Our network of highly trained and skilled providers is unique in the United States.
Beginning in 1985 the practice which became Medical Art Prosthetics proved to the established American medical and dental community that a new higher standard of accurate and life like prosthetics results could be delivered from the hands of clinically-trained medical artists in dedicated lone-standing private facilities.
Today the Medical Art Prosthetics team boasts a nationally prominent network dedicated to ear prosthetics, nasal prosthetics, eye prosthetics, hand prosthetics and finger prosthetics also toe prosthetics and foot prosthetics. Our life like prosthetics restore anatomy with beauty and life-like realism. Our prosthetic work is unprecedented in establishing a high reputation entirely on the merits of facial prosthetics and hand prosthetic outcomes that attract patients from throughout the world.
Patients may elect to be seen and treated in California, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Tennessee, or Wisconsin. Our team of anaplastologists and prosthetist provides rehabilitative services that maximize functionality and promote well-being by creating user-friendly prostheses of unbelievable anatomical accuracy and patient-specific lifelike detail. We develop treatment plans to maximize each patient’s success with their prosthesis. Our nationwide network allows us to create partnerships with new surgeons to provide magnetic implant retained prosthetics. We work with all types of physicians, employers, payors, and case managers to achieve optimal patient outcomes in a cost-effective manner.
Meet The Team
Todd Kubon, BA, MAMS, CCA
Medical Artist / Anaplastologist
Todd Kubon is a Certified Clinical Anaplastologist with over 20 year’s experience in making custom facial and body prosthetics in both Canada and the U.S. He is the former President of the Board for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology, and Chair of the Assistive Devices Program Committee for the Ministry of Health Canada.
Todd has published and lectured internationally on facial and body prosthetics and twice has won the Judson C. Hickey Scientific Writing Competition sponsored by the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. Todd was named the recipient of the 2004 Professional Community Service Award by AboutFace International for his support to people with facial differences. Todd has also won the audience choice award for best overall presentation at the International Anaplastology Association.
Todd’s research interests address psychosocial outcomes in prosthetic rehabilitation. Todd was the first Anaplastologist in his field to design and publish a clinical trial on women’s issues in health regarding outcomes with custom breast prosthetics. Todd is always seeking new opportunities to learn and is currently seeking a degree in Engineering Design Technology.
Shay Kilby, MS
Medical Artist / Anaplastologist
Shay Kilby, MS received her Bachelor of Arts degree from San Francisco State University in 2007. Her Master of Science degree was earned in 2009 from the University of Illinois at Chicago Graduate School of Biomedical Visualization where she pursued a dual Masters track in Anaplastology and Medical Animation. Her research included acquisition of 3D anatomical data in clinical settings. In addition to her role as Vice President of Global Marketing and Strategic Alliances at Fovia, Inc.
Her most recent 3D animations, which are on display at various museums around the world and created with Fovia’s software, help scientists visualize and better understand mummies and their artifacts. In animations and teaching she specializes in visually communicating complex medical processes, anatomical pathologies, and neural communication pathways.
Her current area of research in medical imaging is 3D Printing. She enjoys finding the endless connections between 3D imaging and prosthetics. She now resides in the Tampa Bay area and when she isn’t working in Medical Imaging or Anaplastology, she spends her time wandering around the nearby AT trail with her dogs, co-facilitating a Siblings of the Mentally ill group for NAMI and working in disaster recovery when she can.
Maddie Singer, BFA, BA
Artist / Anaplastologist
Maddie Singer BFA, BA is a graduate of the New York University Tisch School of the Arts. Maddie completed her education with the degrees Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Bachelor of Arts in 1990, before starting her career as an award-winning Special Effects Artist in Los Angeles. She became an innovator in silicone technology in the film industry, introducing two products that remain popular today.
Maddie did her clinical training in Anaplastology at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in the Department of Advanced Prosthodontics, while working as an Adjunct Professor of Sculpture at the Memphis College of Art. She eventually became an Instructor and The Director of Anaplastology at UT in 2010-2018. During her time on faculty, she also worked with the Veterans Administration Medical Center as well as St Jude Hospital. Maddie was awarded a grant in 2016 for her Maskless Strapless CPAP device. Maddie was presented an award of Excellence by her department in 2018 for her work with patients and the community, as well as being featured on local and national news for her philanthropic work throughout the 18 years she had been practicing Anaplastology in Tennessee. Maddie took a job as the Clinical Anaplastologist for Roswell Cancer Center, Department of Oral Oncology in 2019 until joining Medical Art Prosthetics Clinics and Anaplastologists in 2022.
McKenzie Bergenback, MS
Medical Artist / Anaplastologist
McKenzie Bergenback received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Drawing and Painting with Medical Emphasis from Carson-Newman University in 2012. Her Master of Science degree was earned in 2015 from the University of Illinois Chicago in Biomedical Visualization where she pursued a dual Masters track in Anaplastology. Her research included acquisition of 3D anatomical data in clinical settings. In her free time she enjoys graphic design and painting, any book by Brenè Brown, hiking in the mountains of Chattanooga, and the occasional triathlon.
McKenzie Bergenback, MS, newly established in Chattanooga, TN now offers her experience creating all types of craniofacial prosthetics and lifelike silicone restorations to clients in this previously underserved area of the country. Mrs. Bergenback’s experience in 3D modeling, digital technologies and her clinical experience creating adhesive- and implant-retained ear prostheses, nasal and midfacial prostheses as well as orbital/oculofacial prosthetics will complete the vitally needed team of patient, anaplastologist, and referring physician. With Mrs. Bergenback as part of the national MAP network and her experience with the Vistafix Craniofacial Attachment System patients and surgeons will benefit from streamlined treatment planning, more prosthetic options, and optimized outcomes.
Gregory Gion, MMS, CCA, BOCP
Anaplastologist / Prosthetist
Gregory Gion, MMS, CCA, BOCP, a Madison, Wisconsin native earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Northern Illinois University as a Talented Student Art Scholar and a Bachelor of Science degree in Biocommunication Arts from The University of Illinois Medical Center in Chicago. His clinical training in facial prosthetics occurred as part of the Medical Art Prosthetics (MAP) program at UIC where he remained on staff in the Maxillofacial Prosthetics Clinic.
While in Chicago he developed a facial prosthetics service for Northwestern Memorial Hospital Dental Center in 1981. Mr. Gion served as facial prosthetist in both clinics for 3 years and an additional year in the Maxillofacial Prosthetics Clinic at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio before moving and opening a private practice office in Dallas in 1985.
Mr. Gion has presented on prosthetics topics to anaplastologists, surgeons, nurses, prosthodontists and parents of children with microtia. He is published in peer reviewed journals and has contributed chapters in prosthetics and surgical texts. He has received appointments as adjunct faculty in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and volunteer clinical instructor in the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas.
In 2005 Mr. Gion opened The Medical Art Prosthetics Clinic in his hometown to serve Madison and the Midwest. He established a satellite anaplastology service in Des Plaines for Chicago and an Osseointegration Craniofacial Prosthetic Service for Loyola University Medical Center near Chicago. Mr. Gion holds additional certification in extremity prosthetics for advanced hand restoration options, and has served as a director of WSOPP, a Wisconsin prosthetic society. Greg and his wife Terry Gion, DNP, a clinical nurse specialist at The University of Wisconsin have two children, Alexander and Anna.
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Julia Schomberg, MSOP
Artist / Anaplastologist
Julia Schomberg, MSOP, is originally from La Crosse, WI, and holds a diverse educational background. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Minnesota in 2016, with a minor in art, where she contributed to research at the University’s Anaplastology for medical simulation laboratory. At this time, she also worked as a painting instructor. Following this, she pursued her Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics from Concordia University, graduating in 2020.
Since 2017, Julia has been involved in the Orthotics and Prosthetics (O&P) field, gaining experience in clinical care and fabrication in Rochester, MN. She has also made contributions to medical simulation through her work in research and development, collaborating closely with engineers and other subject matter experts to enhance the functional and aesthetic realism of medical simulators. A majority of clients for these simulators are universities, hospitals, fire stations, and the Department of Defense.
In addition to her professional endeavors, Julia is an accomplished fine artist, specializing in painting and sculpture with a focus on the human form and realism. Her passion for art dates to 2012 when she first began honing her skills, and she continues to actively pursue her artistic interests.
Currently, Julia is advancing her expertise in prosthetics, specifically focusing on anaplastology, in her role at Medical Art Prosthetics. She serves in the Madison, La Crosse, and greater Midwest areas, bringing her unique blend of scientific knowledge, artistic talent, and practical experience to her work.”
Danielle Burgess
Medical Artist
Danielle Burgess is a Certified Medical Illustrator and Medical Artist, living and working in Tampa, Florida. She began her career as a studio artist, painter, and sculptor with a dual major in Biology and Studio Art from Concord University in Athens, West Virginia. She continued her artistic studies with a graduate post-Baccalaureate in sculpture and painting from SACI in Florence, Italy, and an MFA in Medical Illustration from the Rochester Institute of Technology in 2016.
Danielle’s journey into the field is rooted in a strong foundation of hands-on training in taking impressions, casting, and sculpting—skills that allow her to create precise, lifelike prosthetic restorations that support self-confidence for patients and help them feel whole again. During her studies at RIT she focused on training in medical illustration, painting, and facial prosthetics; practicing life casting and anatomical sculpting where she honed her eye for detail, realism, and anatomical accuracy.
Through her work as Creative Director of Medical Illustration and Animation at DK Global, Inc., guiding teams in creating medical litigation animations to educate viewers in surgical procedures, cellular processes, and general medicine, she brings a collaborative approach and client/patient focused mentality. Working with surgeons, dentists and healthcare professionals has allowed her to develop a deep understanding of the human body, medicine, and surgical practices. Her experience with radiological imaging and 3D modeling strengthens her understanding of complex anatomy and encourages her to find new connections to the field of Anaplastology.
Danielle is newly established in the greater Tampa Bay area and continues to develop her skills and expertise in prosthetics and Anaplastology. Her warm approach and patient-centered focus allows her to serve patients with strategic planning and empathetic solutions to their prosthesis needs.
David Hoehn, BA
Anaplastologist
David Hoehn is a native of San Francisco and has been an Anaplastologist, Ocularist and Medical Sculptor since 1991. He began ocularistry and anaplastology at West Los Angeles VA Hospital Restoration Clinic for a year and half before moving to San Francisco VA Hospital, Restoration Clinic, offering ocular and anaplastology services to veterans and private practice since 1992.
David has also distinguished himself in the related field of special effects, focusing his skills and services as an Eye Specialist. His work has been featured in numerous Hollywood movies and television productions.
He received his BA degree from San Jose State University in California and practices in the Bay Area, designing and creating artificial eyes and silicone restorative prosthetics.
Anaplastology is just half the battle.
Administrative expertise and dedication is here for you too.
Medical Art Prosthetics administration takes place in a BOC nationally accredited facility in Madison, Wisconsin so every patient may know our established billing, coding, and handling of prosthetics claims are safe, secure, and thorough. Greg is there to lend experiential support, but it is the invaluable teamwork of Melody and Sharissa that sustain MAP as an efficient anaplastology resource. Together they bring years of experience in Orthotics, Prosthetics, and DME coding and billing as well as Dental Practice management to meet the demanding challenges posed by today’s increasingly complex insurance situation.
Meet the Administration
Melody
Business Manager
Melody brings many years of experience managing a large dental practice in Wisconsin in helping Medical Art Prosthetics function on a daily basis and to grow as an invaluable network of anaplastologists. High quality anaplastology services are hard to find, so Melody helps to make sure we remain a healthy sustainable business model for the future.
Sharissa
Central Billing/Insurance Assistant
Sharissa has years of experience in the often misunderstood medical field of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, services (DMEPOS). Unfortunately, anaplastology is even more misunderstood when it comes to insurance reimbursement, and that is why we are fortunate to have Sharissa’s expertise in navigating the many obstacles for our patients.
Gregory Gion, MMS, CCA, BOCP
Anaplastologist / Prosthetist
Gregory Gion, MMS, CCA, BOCP, a Madison, Wisconsin native earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Northern Illinois University as a Talented Student Art Scholar and a Bachelor of Science degree in Biocommunication Arts from The University of Illinois Medical Center in Chicago. His clinical training in facial prosthetics occurred as part of the Medical Art Prosthetics (MAP) program at UIC where he remained on staff in the Maxillofacial Prosthetics Clinic.
While in Chicago he developed a facial prosthetics service for Northwestern Memorial Hospital Dental Center in 1981. Mr. Gion served as facial prosthetist in both clinics for 3 years and an additional year in the Maxillofacial Prosthetics Clinic at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio before moving and opening a private practice office in Dallas in 1985.
Mr. Gion has presented on prosthetics topics to anaplastologists, surgeons, nurses, prosthodontists and parents of children with microtia. He is published in peer reviewed journals and has contributed chapters in prosthetics and surgical texts. He has received appointments as adjunct faculty in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and volunteer clinical instructor in the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas.
In 2005 Mr. Gion opened The Medical Art Prosthetics Clinic in his hometown to serve Madison and the Midwest. He established a satellite anaplastology service in Des Plaines for Chicago and an Osseointegration Craniofacial Prosthetic Service for Loyola University Medical Center near Chicago. Mr. Gion holds additional certification in extremity prosthetics for advanced hand restoration options, and has served as a director of WSOPP, a Wisconsin prosthetic society. Greg and his wife Terry Gion, DNP, a clinical nurse specialist at The University of Wisconsin have two children, Alexander and Anna.
Click here to view Professional Involvement and Curriculum Vitae