Jonathan Naft

Jonathan Naft

Founder and President of Geauga Rehabilitation Engineering

Founder, Comb O&P

Senior Executive Consultant, Myomo Inc.

Jonathan Naft is a nationally recognized leader in the field of Prosthetics and Orthotics (O&P), combining deep expertise in engineering, business, clinical care, and research.  Based in Cleveland, Ohio, he splits his time between direct patient care, product innovation, and national reimbursement and coding initiatives.  His impact on the industry spans decades and continues to influence O&P practice accross the globe.

Career Highlights

• Geauga Rehabilitation Engineering   Founded in Cleveland, Ohio, Geauga Rehab has grown into a multi-site patient care center specializing in prosthetics and orthotics.  The company is known for its integrated approach to clinical care, product development, and commercialization of new technologies.
• Comb O&P   Jon launched Comb O&P to bring 3D scanning technology to mobile devices for clinical use in orthotics and prosthetics. Comb also developed the industry's first scanning fixtures with tri-planar alignment systems--setting a new standard in digital shape capture.
• MyoPro from Myomo, Inc.   Jon helped lead the development of the MyoPro--the first myoelectric, upper-limb orthosis--which has restored function for individuals with arm paralysis due to stroke or nerve injury.
• Becker EKnee   As co-developer, Jon contributed to the creation of the first electronic stance-control KAFO, revolutionizing mobility solutions for individuals with lower limb paralysis or weakness.
• Hip Flexion Assist Device (HFAD)   Jon co-developed the HFAD, a groundbreaking orthosis that improves walking ability--particularly for patients with multiple sclerosis.  The device is now used worldwide.
• International Prosthetic Foot Task Force   He led the team that created a standardized set of 10 prosthetic foot tests for CMS coding and reimbursement, presented to PDAC and other CMS agencies.
• LCodeSearch.com   Jon launched this vital resource to streamline and support accurate coding for O&P devices.
• AOPA Advanced Coding & Reimbursement Seminar   A frequent presenter and educator, Jon shares his expertise with practitioners across the country.
• CVA Orthotic Interventions Task Force   Jon serves as a memeber of this task force, contributing to the development of best practices for post-stroke orthotic interventions.

Recognition & Leadership

Jon is the recipient of the Academy's Tamarack Prize and Clinical Creativity Award.  He has served as an examiner for the ABC certification exam, past president of the Ohio Chapter of the Academy, and a board memeber of OPERF. He is also a member of the AOPA Coding and Reimbursement Committee, a volunteer Paralympic practitioner, and a former advisory board member for O&P Business News.

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.

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.

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.