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A Message from OPGA

Published in Member Communities on June 07, 2022

In Loving MemoryIt is with deep sadness VGM Group, Inc. announces the passing of Todd Eagen, President of the Orthotics & Prosthetics Group of America.  Todd passed away on Saturday, June 4, 2022 and was an important member of VGM and OPGA and will be greatly missed.  

SVP of Operations, Mike “Ike” Isaacson had this to share, “Todd was a fierce advocate for the profession, a beloved colleague, loving father, and a loyal friend.  His impact on those around him will be greatly missed.  VGM and those in the industry that loved him will ensure that his legacy lives on in the work he loved and the people he cared for.”

Todd’s family has provided the following information regarding funeral arrangements.  A memorial will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. with a short service at 7:00 p.m. at Richardson Funeral Home 615 Main St. Cedar Falls, IA 50613. Read his obituary and find additional information here.

Thank you for your continued membership in OPGA. We will share additional updates about the OPGA team as they are available. If you need assistance please reach out to Mike Isaacson, SVP of Operations for VGM & Associates, at michael.isaacson@vgm.com or 844-860-8611.

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