About Medical Art Resources
RESTORING CONFIDENCE WITH LIFE-LIKE PROSTHETICS
Medical Art Resources is a team of specialists in Clinical Anaplastology with an international reputation for excellence in prosthetic design and patient service. Our custom-made reconstructive prostheses are designed for an exact fit and are nearly indistinguishable from your natural anatomy. Our work is cutting edge, combining art and medical science with technology and engineering. Patients come to us for an auricular prosthesis (prosthetic ear), ocular and orbital prosthesis (prosthetic eye and eyelids), or nasal prosthesis (prosthetic nose), in addition to prosthetic fingers and hands, prosthetic toes, and custom prosthetic nipples. We also provide bra fitting and breast prostheses for those seeking post-mastectomy and gender affirming care.
Medical Art Resources was established in 1988 by Julie Jordan Brown, today a distinguished leader in the field of anaplastology. Beginning with facial prosthetics, over time Medical Art Resources has expanded its scope of practice to somatic (body) prostheses, as well as related specialty items such as custom surgical guides and digital planning and custom athletic face masks. Medical Art Resources was the first practice in the state to partner with surgeons at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin and University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison to create implant-retained facial prostheses. Our staff has grown along with our patient demand. We are always exploring new ways to build our team so that we can continue to provide innovative state-of-the-art prosthetic solutions to our patients for many years to come.
As our team has grown over the past fifteen years, so has the area we serve. We now see patients in
Chicago, IL
Indianapolis, IN
Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN
Madison, WI
Kansas City, MO*
*We host quarterly clinics to serve patients at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City
MEET OUR TEAM
The Medical Art Resources team of specialists has many years of training, board certification and decades of clinical experience. We see patients from across the country and around the world.
Clinical Anaplastology
Minneapolis / St. Paul, Minnesota.
Michaela Calhoun, MS, CCA
Clinical Director
Michaela’s goal as clinical director is to foster an environment where patients can gain the full benefit of our anaplastologists’ talent and compassion. She oversees the operation of the clinic and ensures that patients are provided with the highest quality of care. Michaela facilitates communication between the Medical Art Resources team, our patients, and their healthcare providers so that no detail is missed. She is motivated by the creative problem-solving process and believes that there is always something new to learn!
Michaela studied anaplastology at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where she earned both a bachelor of fine art and a master of science degree. She is also the owner of Prosthetics at Graphica Medica in West Saint Paul, MN where she practices anaplastology. In addition to her clinical work, Michaela is passionate about her work with several organizations that work to advance the visibility and continual evolution of the field of anaplastology. Michaela is the current President of the Walter Spohn Trust (WST), a nonprofit organization that administers grants and supports educational research in the field of prosthetic rehabilitation.
As a native of the St. Croix River Valley, Michaela enjoys exploring the Minnesota wilderness, camping, hiking, and relaxing outdoors. She is fortunate to live near her large extended family in the Twin Cities and across the border in Wisconsin, including her four sisters and their families. She is dedicated to her community serving as an election judge and as a volunteer at a local kitchen preparing and delivering meals to individuals living with chronic illness. Michaela and her husband have two kids and two cats and the six of them can typically be found all within a three-foot radius.
Clinical Anaplastology
Milwaukee & Madison, Wisconsin
Megan Spindel Thomas, MS, CCA
Certified Clinical Anaplastologist
As a Certified Clinical Anaplastologist, Megan works with referring providers and patients through the entire treatment process to design, fit, and fabricate all types of prostheses. She enjoys meeting with patients for initial consultations to develop individualized treatment plans and following up with patients to ensure continuity of care. Megan applies her love of detail to sculpting and color matching to produce high quality prostheses that are made with care.
Megan has an undergraduate degree in studio art from Kenyon College and a master’s degree in Biomedical Visualization and Anaplastology from the University of Illinois, Chicago, graduating with highest honors. She joined the Medical Art Resources team in 2010 after completing her graduate coursework in Chicago. As president of the International Anaplastology Association from 2019-2020 and current Secretary of the Walter Spohn Trust, Megan is closely involved with development and support of educational and research opportunities in the field of anaplastology.
On the personal side, Megan enjoys taking long neighborhood walks (keeping an eye out for bakeries along the way) and visiting national parks for hiking and camping. Megan and her husband are new parents who look forward to bringing their little one along on their outdoor adventures. Fun anaplastology trivia: Megan once dreamed that she was a piece of a mold for an ear prosthesis, determined to squeeze into place to make an ear.
Clinical Anaplastology, Breast Prostheses
Chicago, Milwaukee & Indianapolis
Erin O. Stevens, MS, CCA, CFm
Certified Clinical Anaplastologist & Certified Mastectomy Fitter
Erin joined Medical Art Resources in 2020, bringing years of experience as an anaplastologist and certified mastectomy fitter to our clinical team. In addition to providing all aspects of anaplastology care to our patients, Erin's training as a mastectomy fitter equips our practice with a broader range of breast care services, offered with respect, compassion, and attention to every detail.
Erin earned a master's degree in Biomedical Visualization from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2010, graduating with the highest honors. In the past decade, she has presented at local and international conferences about digital applications in anaplastology, as well as issues related to education and training. Erin is a past President of the International Anaplastology Association's Board of Directors, an organization that promotes quality patient care through education, networking, and advocacy. She is also the current Vice President of the Walter Spohn Trust, a nonprofit organization that administers grants and supports educational research in anaplastology.
On the personal side, Erin loves to spend time outdoors camping, bike-touring, and enjoying a good patio hang out. She and her wife love to travel and get lost in different cultures, but also love to engage and explore local communities at home in Chicago. Erin is a painter, but also an avid follower of other contemporary artists. She enjoys sharing their work with friends and family, and hopes to one day write more extensively about art and its impact on society.
Julie Jordan Brown, MAMS, CCA
Certified Clinical Anaplastologist
Julie founded Medical Art Resources in 1988 and served as Clinical Director until December of 2021. Her compassionate approach to treatment and devotion to each patient’s experience have established a history of quality care that endures today. Julie has spent decades developing relationships with collaborating surgeons and innovative specialists to ensure patients receive comprehensive treatment that yields superior quality, life-like custom prostheses. She has mentored anaplastology associates on the Medical Art Resources team who carry on her philosophy and commitment to achieving the best design and aesthetic solution for every patient.
Julie earned a master’s degree in Biomedical Visualization from the University of Illinois, Chicago, graduating with highest honors and is a certified clinical anaplastologist. Julie is past president of the International Anaplastology Association and the Board for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology.
On the personal side, Julie is a bit of a workaholic and sometimes wakes up with a unique solution for an especially challenging case. She loves to travel with her family, especially to places with art museums or interesting wildlife. She loves to snorkel and has been lucky enough to swim with manatee and whale sharks, though not at the same time! Julie has loved watching her children become fascinating adults and is relishing every moment of being a grandmother.
