Jonathan Naft

Jonathan Naft is the Founder and President of Geauga Rehabilitation Engineering and the Vice President, General Manager, at Myomo. He is a graduate of The Ohio State University College Of Engineering and Northwestern University’s Prosthetic-Orthotic Center.

At G.R.E. O&P, the focus is the provision of high quality O&P devices in order to help patients meet their functional goals.

Mr. Naft is experienced with young athletes as well as geriatrics. His work has been award winning – of note, Jonathan was recognized by the American Academy Of Prosthetists and Orthotists with both the Clinical Creativity Award and the prestigious Tamarack Prize.

Jonathan is an examiner for the ABC certification exam and is a Past President for the Ohio Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists. Mr. Naft is a member of the prestigious AOPA Coding Committee, and is often an invited speaker at the national prosthetic and orthotic conferences. Jonathan is on the advisory board for the O&P Business news, and he routinely provides peer review throughout the industry.

At G.R.E. O&P, Jonathan divides his time between patient care and R&D. His work has included the co-development of the MyoPro myoelectric orthosis, the Becker EKnee, the HFAD, and the web site LCodesearch.com. Jonathan was a member of the International Prosthetic Foot Task Force that helps create testing systems for global foot manufacturers.

Vince Baroni

Vince Baroni is an ABC and State of Ohio certified Prosthetist and Orthotist with 20+ years of experience in patient care at G.R.E. O&P.

At GRE O&P, Vince sees patients for Prosthetic care including below knee, above knee and upper extremity Prosthetics. Vince sees patients at each of GRE’s care facilities, and he works closely with his patients to ensure each is managed to succeed with their prosthetic device(s). Vince stays current on new prosthetic technology and industry trends so that his patients receive the most appropriate prosthetic device and achieve their highest level of comfort and mobility. Vince has extensive experience and is certified in elevated vacuum systems, microprocessor devices, bionic systems and innovative socket designs.

For his Orthotic patients, Vince custom designs both upper and lower extremity bracing, often working closely with his technicians in developing specialized designs that will best meet his patient’s needs. Vince has extensive experience with digital scanning, FES and Spinal bracing. Vince is a lead Orthotist for GRE in providing the new MyoPro Myoelectric upper extremity brace in Ohio.

Vince is GRE’s Clinical Director, combining his clinical experience with his Business Management background to manage the practice. His attention to detail has led his staff to excel in their job responsibilities. His organizational skills have established cohesion within each of GRE’s departments. Vince has developed proficiency standards that help measure department successes and failures ensuring efficiency in office place work flow, leading to a great patient experience.

John Gravino

John joined G.R.E. Orthotics and Prosthetics in 2014 and is a graduate of The University of Akron, B.A. Economics. He is integral in patient support throughout Northeast Ohio, having initiated and worked on the planning of many amputee support groups within the region’s health systems. John brings this experience to G.R.E. where he enjoys serving as a role model for patients. John helps coordinate the patient outcome by closing the gap between patient, physician, therapist, and G.R.E staff.

As an amputee athlete, John has participated in local, national and international Paralympic events joining Disabled Sports USA (DSUSA) in 1992. He is a current Paralympic coach at The Spire Institute in Geneva, Ohio, an official Olympic and Paralympic training site. John uses his knowledge and experience as an accomplished above-the- knee prosthetic user & athlete to help all patients he meets.

In addition to meeting with patients in G.R.E.’s offices, John is always eager to meet with patients before and after surgery in a hospital/rehab setting, providing support and guidance throughout the entire rehab process for patients and family. John meets regularly with physicians & staff and therapy staffs to ensure their patients’ outcomes are being maximized.

Whether working with prosthetic or orthotic patients, providing valuable patient support is of the utmost importance to G.R.E. Having been privileged to assist many patients, John is always left inspired by patients overcoming odds, adapting to technology and returning to the activities they love.

Loretta Chenoweth

Loretta will welcome you with a smile and help you feel at ease in our Chardon office. She has been with G.R.E. Orthotics and Prosthetics since May of 2002.

She graduated from Cleveland Institute of Dental and Medical Assistants at the top of her class. Loretta will schedule your appointment in a convenient time and will take time to help explain any concerns you may have with your insurance. Loretta is an expert at the logistics required to assist you in coordinating your visits, transportation, and other needs to help ensure a successful outcome from your visit to GRE.

In her spare time, Loretta stays busy with her children and grandchildren.

John Gregory

John began his career, as an orthotic technician, at Spokane Falls Community College (Spokane, WA) — where he received an AAS degree in orthotics and prosthetics technology.

He is a Certified Technician, Orthotics (CTO) and later passed exams to become a Certified Pedorthist (C.Ped.). John has maintained both these certificates for many years to the present.

John makes foot orthotics and many different kinds of leg braces. John has been with G.R.E. O&P for 18 years, fabricating foot orthotics and various leg braces.

Kaleigh Neely

Kaleigh joined the GRE team in 2022 as the facility’s first resident. She is a recent graduate of Eastern Michigan University, M.S. Orthotics and Prosthetics and a Clemson University Alumni, B.S. Bioengineering.

She is enjoying seeing patients and helping them regain mobility and spending time learning everything O&P under the mentorship of Jon and Vince. Kaleigh was a recipient of the 2022 ABC Student Achievement Scholarship and volunteers as a Range of Motion Project (ROMP) Ambassador, including volunteering in their Quito, Ecuador clinic this past summer.

Outside of work, Kaleigh is adjusting to life and weather in the mid-west and always looking for new places to explore in Cleveland

Jessica Brown

Jessica joined our GRE team in April of 2021. As a graduate of Sanford Brown Medical Assisting in 2009, she has 13 years of experience working in the medical field.

She'll bring you a warm comforting experience in our Mentor office. The patients enjoy the convenience of the Mentor office, and friendly environment Jessica creates.

She recently returned from maternity leave, and now brings a new GRE team member with her to greet you for your appointment.

Kandis Jorstad

Kandis joined GRE in September 2021 as Billing Manager.  She is accompanied by over 20 years of billing and collections experience, including facilitating approvals for microprocessors and censored controlled O & P.  

While directly working with insurance companies, Kandis has every patient’s best interest in mind to ensure each patient receives the benefits and care they deserve.

Her hard work, determination, and good sense of humor keep GRE an efficient and enjoyable workplace.

Alex Goodman

Alex Goodman is a product manager and engineer at Comb O&P where he oversees the development of 3D Scanning products.

Alex graduated from the University of Wisconsin: Madison with a degree in biomedical engineering and has a breadth of experience in medical innovation across research, engineering, and product development.

Stefan Purington

Stefan is the Global Head of Sales for Comb O&P. He oversees all sales operations for both the Comb 3D Scanner and Comb Scanning Fixture.

Stefan assists with onboarding and support as well as business development for new and existing projects. Stefan Graduated with a BA in PR and Business from Marietta College in 2015 and worked in sales and management prior to joining Comb in 2020.

Stefan enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children.

Davi Rae Gearhart

Davi began her career as a certified medical assistant in 1992, in podiatry. She fabricated foot orthoses, assisted the physician, and became certified in podiatric radiology. She moved to Ohio and joined GRE in 2000.

She became a licensed pedorthist, certified orthotic fitter, and a mastectomy fitter. She took some time off to raise her family and rejoined the GRE team in 2019. She is now the Director of Operations for Comb O&P scanning. Davi manages fixture fabrication and quality assurance, compiles all information for digital workflow operations, and helps with maintaining licensed accounts, sales, conferences, and scanning research and development.