Our Practitioner Team
Michael Cestaro, CPO
Certified Prosthetist & Orthotist
Mr. Cestaro holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, which he obtained from Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, Virginia. His dedication to professional growth led him to Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, where he successfully completed his Prosthetic and Orthotic training, achieving certification in 1991.
Joseph Cestaro, CPO
Certified Prosthetist & Orthotist
Mr. Cestaro holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Virginia Military Institute. After a distinguished military career as a pilot, he completed Prosthetic and Orthotic training at New York University, earning certification in 1968. He's a former president of national Prosthetic and Orthotic organizations, such as AAOP and AOPA, and received a lifetime achievement award for his contributions to the field.
Joan Cestaro, CP
Certified Prosthetist, Orthotist
Ms. Cestaro obtained her Prosthetic Technology degree from Harmarville Technical Institute in Pittsburgh, PA. In 1992, she joined RPI as a technician, concurrently pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Nursing from Shenandoah University. Her commitment to professional growth led her to Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, where she completed her Prosthetic and Orthotic training, earning certification in 1998.
Mary Virginia Paletta, CPO
Certified Prosthetist & Orthotist
Ms. Paletta holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from West Virginia University. Her journey continued with Prosthetic and Orthotic training at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, culminating in her certification in 2009. Today, she actively contributes to her field as an orthotic examiner for the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics, demonstrating her dedication to advancing the profession.
Christine McFarland, CFo, CFts
Certified Fitter of Orthotics & Therapeutic Shoes
Over-the-Counter Orthotics and 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 both an orthotic fitter and therapeutic shoes fitter from the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics.
Christina Shipe, CFts
Certified Fitter of Therapeutic Shoes
Therapeutic Shoes
Ms. Shipe initially joined RPI as an administrative assistant. Driven by her ambition to broaden her knowledge and skills, she diligently pursued a pre-certification course, met all eligibility prerequisites, and successfully passed the certification exam, officially becoming a certified therapeutic shoes fitter accredited by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics.