Our Clinical Team
Michael Cestaro, CPO
Certified Prosthetist & Orthotist
Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, Virginia, Mr. Cestaro is deeply committed to serving local veterans and collaborates closely with the VA hospital, assuring our veterans receive high quality care. He completed his training at Northwestern University Prosthetic and Orthotic Center, part of the Feinberg School of Medicine.
Joan Cestaro, CP
Certified Prosthetist, Orthotist
Beginning her career as a prosthetic technician, Ms. Cestaro fabricated patient devices while concurrently earning her Bachelor's degree in Nursing from Shenandoah University. She furthered her education at Northwestern University Prosthetic and Orthotic Center, part of the Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, where she completed her clinical training and earned her Prosthetic Certification. Ms. Cestaro is a member of AOPA’s Coding & Reimbursement Committee, the Policy Forum and the Global Leadership Summit.
Mary Virginia Paletta, CPO
Certified Prosthetist & Orthotist
With a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from West Virginia University, Ms. Paletta advanced her prosthetics and orthotics education at Northwestern University Prosthetic and Orthotic Center, part of the Feinberg School of Medicine. Recognized for her expertise, she was selected by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics (ABC) to serve as a board examiner, evaluating clinical competencies in orthotics and helping to advance our field.
Ethan Cestaro, CPO
Certified Prosthetist & Orthotist
Earning a Bachelor degree in Health Science from Virginia Tech, Mr. Cestaro continued his educational journey to Northwestern University Prosthetic and Orthotic Center, part of the Feinberg School of Medicine. After completing two years of residency in South Carolina, Mr. Cestaro passed both board exams back to back to became a Certified Prosthetist and Orthotist. Mr. Cestaro volunteers with Special Olympics and Camp No Limits, a camp for children with limb loss and limb difference.
Christina Shipe, CFts
Certified Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes
Ms. Shipe began her career at RPI as an administrative assistant. Motivated by a desire to expand her knowledge and professional skills, she pursued specialized education and successfully passed the certification examination, earning her credentials as a Certified Fitter of therapeutic shoes through the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics.
Christine McFarland, CFo, CFts
Certified Fitter of Orthotics & Therapeutic Shoes
Ms. McFarland embarked on her journey at RPI as an administrative assistant, swiftly rising to the role of branch office manager in Martinsburg, WV. Driven by her thirst for knowledge and personal growth, she met the eligibility criteria and attained certification as a Certified Fitter for off-the-shelf orthotics and for therapeutic shoes from the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics.