Issues of Human Interface Design

February 17, 2026

Gary M. Berke, MS, CP, FAAOP
Stanford Medical Center

Abstract: Gary will present challenges of human interface design, using prosthetic limbs as the springboard for discussion.

Biosketch: Gary M. Berke is a prosthetist and an Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor in Stanford’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery as well as the previous owner of Berke Prosthetics and Orthotics in San Mateo. He was also the Chief Clinical Officer for Medical Creations in Denver, a start up in the prosthetic space. He is also now a consultant for Hanger Clinic. He has worked and lectured both nationally and internationally on prosthetic care and has authored multiple publications. He has a keen interest in investigating cost effective technologies that enhance the lives of those who use prostheses and orthoses daily.

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