Staff
Fernando Ordaz, CPO, LPO
Fernando Ordaz is the President and Clinical Director of Allen Orthotics & Prosthetics. He is a Prosthetist/Orthotist certified by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics (ABC). He is also licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR). Fernando grew up in Odessa, Texas where he began his career in orthotics and prosthetics in the mid 90's as an entry level O&P technician. He went on to pursue his formal training in O&P and received a Bachelor of Science Degree from UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas. Mr. Ordaz completed National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) residencies in both orthotics and prosthetics before receiving his national certification and state licensure. He has a long history with Allen Orthotics & Prosthetics, as he ran the day to day operations in our Odessa location for many years. He is very dedicated to providing compassionate and individualized care for each of his patients. When Mike Allen retired, he left the reins of the organization with Mr. Ordaz. Fernando and his brother Edgar are now the owners of Allen Orthotics & Prosthetics. Fernando lives in Odessa, Texas with his wife Patty and their son Luis.
Edgar Ordaz, VP
Edgar Ordaz is the Co-owner and Vice President of Allen Orthotics & Prosthetics. He is a proud native Texan and grew up in Odessa. Edgar utilizes his vast management experience and leadership skills to run the business affairs of the company. His desires and goals are to do his part in helping Allen O&P continue to provide excellent orthotic and prosthetic care for the people of the Permian Basin. Edgar is a firm believer that sound biblical principles are the foundation to a successful and joyful life. He is married to Amy and they have four daughters and one grandchild.
Mykaela Ordaz
After graduating high school in 2018, Mykaela had planned to enter a different healthcare field. However, once she was introduced to the orthotic and prosthetic profession, Mykaela had a change of heart. She recently joined Allen O&P in early 2019. She continues her college education, while working full-time, with the goal of someday becoming a Board Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist. Mykaela is a prosthetic technician and continues to gain experience in prosthetic fabrication. She is also working towards meeting the college credit and clinical observation hours to become a Prosthetist/Orthotist Assistant. She finds great satifaction in doing her part to help our patients regain their independence and mobility.
Mykaela was born and raised in Odessa, Texas and comes from a family of six. She is the second oldest of her three sisters and is very excited because she recently became an aunt. During her free time, she enjoys reading, listening to music and playing volleyball with her younger sisters.