Information About Amputation

If you've had an amputation, or are about to have an amputation, you have a lot of questions. Mary Free Bed provides you with answers to frequently asked questions, gives you statistics about amputations, offers information on everything from your amputation surgery to prosthetic devices to life after your amputation. If you can't find what you need, please be sure to contact us today.

Contact the Amputee Program at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital

PHONE
616.242.0396 or 800.305.8893

FAX REFERRAL
616.493.9709

EMAIL
amputee.program@maryfreebed.com

Amputee Patient Stories

Melanie lost her leg in a motorcycle accident in 2004. She has since then decided to compete in the 2016 Paralympics. Read Melanie's story...

Dave was helping firefighters right a propane tanker when it fell on his hand, which he lost. After the accident, Dave did not stop fighting fires and now he even builds airplanes. Read Dave's story...

Katie didn't know how much her life was about to change when she crossed the street and was hit by a car. Her left leg was amputated below the knee and now she's an Olympic hopeful. Read Katie's story...