Brock Michael Walker (born November 17, 1951) is an American doctor, entrepreneur, and inventor.[1][2]He is named on more than 80 international patents and his work has been used in government and civilian applications.[3]
Brock Walker | |
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| Born | Brock Michael Walker November 17, 1951 Gaylord, Michigan, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Citizenship | American |
| Education | Doctorate of Chiropractic |
| Alma mater | Palmer College of Chiropractic |
| Occupation | Doctor | Entrepreneur | Inventor |
| Spouse | Deborah Ann Walker |
| Children | John Ryan Walker |
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| Website | www |
Early life
editWalker was born in Gaylord, Michigan, in 1951. He is the son of Jerrold and Yvonne Walker. He was raised on a crop farm in Alba, a small agricultural community, alongside his brother and sister. The Walker family embraced skiing as a shared recreational activity, leading all members to acquire the skill. Demonstrating remarkable aptitude in the sport, Brock was selected for six distinct Junior National Teams and achieved the title of United States Junior National Ski Champion in 1971.[2]
Career
editWalker began his career from ski-racing, however, due to injuries, he announced his retirement from the sports, and opened a clinic in 1978.[2]
As muscular-skeletal complaints became more apparent during the 1980s and 1990s, Walker began to turn his focus from the clinical treatment of patients to product development and innovations aimed at preventing many of these problems. In 1990, Walker sold his practice and launched new companies that focus on solving human interface problems that cause muscular-skeletal ailments.[2][4] He invented Medically Engineered Active Response Systems (MEARS) for back support, which is adoptable to travelers and vehicles.[5]
Walker has contributed to the development of ergonomic seating technology for Indy 500 champions, NASA, and Herman Miller designs.[6]
With Herman Miler he invented PostureFit™ and Zonal Support and Distribution Technologies found in Herman Miller High-Performance.[5][7]
NASA
editHe also collaborated with Geiger International. His work with NASA included being an advisor for the International Space Station X-38 Crew Return Vehicle (CRV) Program, Seat Technology, Future Crew Exploration Vehicles, Astronaut Protection and Safety, Appointment by NASA/Johnson Space Center to Universities Space Research Association’s (USRA) Division of Space Life Sciences (DSLS), industry advisor for Mission to Mars Constellation Project.[1]
Invention
editWalker has developed proprietary Surgical Performance Innovations to improve surgical equipment and surgeons' performance during Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgery. He has consulted and reviewed Surgical Robotic Systems for improving surgical interface designs and was part of the Logitech 2018 Cognitive Performance Panel.[1]
Research & publications
edit- "Current Role of Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty for Fractures of the Proximal Humerus", 2021, Patrick E Saunders, J Brock Walker, Evan Lederman, Michael D McKee[8]
- "Suture cerclage for stabilizing the humeral shaft during shoulder arthroplasty", 2020, Blake A. Eyberg, J. Brock Walker, Samuel M. Harmsen, Evan S. Lederman[9]
Awards and Recognition
edit- Inventor of Herman Miller's PostureFit Seating Technology that yielded a North American NeoCon Gold Award.[10]
References
edit- ^ a b c "Dr. Brock Michael Walker - A renowned personality in Biomedical Science". Bru Times News.
- ^ a b c d Star, Prime (2024-09-26). "Behind the Innovations: The Story of Dr. Brock Walker". Manometcurrent. Retrieved 2024-10-11.
- ^ "The Patented Prowess of Dr. Brock Walker". worldreporter.com. 2024-10-15. Retrieved 2024-10-28.
- ^ "Michael Walker Was at the Right Place at the Right Time". ColumbiaNeurosurgery. 7 June 2021.
- ^ a b "The Patented Prowess of Dr. Brock Walker". worldreporter.com. 2024-10-15. Retrieved 2024-10-28.
- ^ "Unlocking the Power of Anatomical Loop | Herman Miller". UK-HM | Herman Miller UK. Retrieved 2024-10-28.
- ^ "A Driver For Change". www.hermanmiller.com. Retrieved 2024-10-28.
- ^ Saunders, Patrick E.; Walker, J. Brock; Lederman, Evan; McKee, Michael D. (March 2022). "Current Role of Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty for Fractures of the Proximal Humerus". Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma. 36 (3): e98–e105. doi:10.1097/BOT.0000000000002238. PMID 34294668.
- ^ "Delay in Hip Fracture Surgery Prolongs Post-Operative Hospital Length of Stay but Does Not Adversely Affect Outcomes". Researchgate.
- ^ "Geiger Introduces New Executive Chair, the TaperTM Chair". MillerKnoll News. Retrieved 2024-10-28.