Michael Edmonds

About the Author

Michael Edmonds is an experienced Orthopaedic Physiotherapist with over 30 years of service in the public healthcare sector. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role as a clinical educator, guiding undergraduate physiotherapy students through the fast-paced, high-pressure environment of public hospitals, where the transition from theory to practice is both critical and challenging.

Passionate about education, Michael is known for creating engaging and interactive learning experiences. He develops resources, tutorials, quizzes, and practical sessions that are not only informative but also fun and thought-provoking. His unique blend of interests in graphic design, visual arts, and 3D modeling has enabled him to innovate at the intersection of medicine and visual communication, enhancing the learning process for countless students.

After decades of hands-on teaching, Michael recognized that practical techniques can fade over time and that traditional teaching methods often have limitations. This insight led to the creation of Master Plaster, a dynamic, real-time educational solution designed to help practitioners build confidence in casting application while keeping patient care at the forefront.

Acknowledgments

Dedicated to all the hardworking healthcare professionals who devote their lives to caring for others. May this book serve to strengthen your skills and support your commitment to delivering the highest quality care to every patient you serve.

Bringing Master Plaster to life, both this book and the online video series, has been a journey driven by passion, purpose, and a deep commitment to improving clinical education. It has truly been a collaborative effort, and I am incredibly grateful to all those who contributed along the way.

To everyone who generously offered their time, insights, and expertise: thank you. Your dedication has not only helped shape these resources, but also the future of orthopaedic casting education. Your impact will be felt by both the practitioners who learn from this program and the patients they care for.