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Ian Ruder

I’ve had the good fortune to be a part of the New Mobility team for the last decade, including the last three as the editor. In that role I’ve focused on making sure NM has its fingers on the pulse of the mobility disability community. I take pride in ensuring that we are sharing stories and resources that help our readers live their lives to the fullest. When I’m not talking with our freelancers and staff or working at my computer, there’s a good chance you’ll find me seeking out one of Oregon’s famous “sunbreaks” in my hometown of Portland. I love to eat and cook (in that order) and embrace my nerdy side with a lifelong passion for Star Wars and a rediscovered adult love of Legos.

SCI Researcher Sasha Rabchevsky

by Ian Ruder July 30, 2018

As an SCI researcher and a person with SCI, Alexander “Sasha” Rabchevsky’s learned his unique position can be an advantage and a source of frustration, but... Read more.

Karen Roy: A Stand-Up Woman

by Ian Ruder June 25, 2018

With all three of her kids grown up, Karen Roy doesn't lack for things to do, She travels for her job with Numotion, serves as a board member for the Brain Injury... Read more.

Ed Suhr Staying Flexible

by Ian Ruder May 30, 2018

Ed Suhr, 55, is originally from Brooklyn, New York, and now lives in Portland, Oregon, but his life has taken him all over the world from China to South America,... Read more.

Dallas Jordan Disbro: Using Financial Skills for Good

by Ian Ruder April 24, 2018

Two years ago, Dallas Jordan Disbro was in the hospital recovering from SCI. Today he is living independently, working at his old job and riding the high of organizing... Read more.

Man About Town José Hernandez

by Ian Ruder March 22, 2018

José Hernandez may be the happiest driver in New York City. The image of a smiling New York driver may be hard to fathom, but when you hear why Hernandez is so... Read more.

Dog Whisperer Daniela Schirmer

by Ian Ruder February 26, 2018

Daniela Schirmer had high hopes when she decided to get a Canine Companion for Independence about three years ago, but she never could have imagined the bond she... Read more.

ReWalker/Travel Diva Marcela Turnage

by Ian Ruder January 30, 2018

Marcela Turnage made her public debut in a 2014 Baltimore Sun article on the ReWalk exoskeleton. Since then she’s become one of the faces of the company and has... Read more.

Kenneth Ryno: The Mentoring Life

by Ian Ruder November 28, 2017

It took three broken necks, countless surgeries, three jobs and two marriages, but Kenneth Ryno eventually found his calling as a mentor and SCI support group organizer.... Read more.

Advocate Turned Politician Willis Washington

by Ian Ruder October 1, 2017

Politics had never been a thing for Willis Washington. Yet Washington, 44 and a T11 paraplegic, found himself going door to door, raising money and calling voters,... Read more.

Erin Gildner: Passion and Purpose

by Ian Ruder July 26, 2017

Erin Gildner’s life was falling apart when, under the influence of alcohol, she wrecked her vehicle and found herself paralyzed. Her injury led her to public speaking,... Read more.