Lomak user is best in world in Cambridge exam

Ryan Leitch has done it again. For the second year running, Lomak user Ryan has achieved the top marks in the world in geography in the November round of the Cambridge International Exams.

Ryan, who has spinal muscular atrophy, was one of the first students to test a Lomak pre-commercial prototype in 2002. He acquired his own keyboard in 2005 and has used it since to keep up with his classmates at Westlake Boys High as he studied for university entrance. Last year he topped the world at AS level in geography, and also gained his University Entrance; a year earlier than most students.

Staying on at school because he liked it, the 18 year old Aucklander this year went one better, with his top result at A level. He will start at Auckland University in a few weeks time, majoring in geography about which he is passionate.

Ryan has praised his Lomak for giving him independence and as having fuelled his drive to succeed.

Opdo CEO, Chris Mulcare, who has followed Ryan’s progress closely over the years has nothing but praise for the teenager. “His achievements are remarkable given the difficulties he has had to overcome. We are pleased to have been able to help him, and very proud to be associated with this determined young man.”

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