MARK MARICH, C.P.O., PRESIDENT
Mark Marich C.P.O., is an ABC (American Board for Certification) certified Orthotist and Prosthetist for over 35 years and is the president and CEO of Northeast Orthotics and Prosthetics, Inc which he founded in 1985. Originally from Chicago, Mark graduated from Northwestern University’s Orthotic and Prosthetic Program. Mark is a member of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP), the American Orthotics and Prosthetics Association (AOPA) and a Residency Director for NCOPE (the National Commission of Orthotic and Prosthetic Education). Prior to opening NEOP, Mark worked at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and Children’s Hospital in Boston where he was also an instructor for the Boston Brace System for Scoliosis courses. At Rhode Island Hospital Mark was involved in the development of the Providence Brace for Scoliosis.
Mark specializes in Lower Extremity and Spinal Orthotics and Upper and Lower Extremity Prosthetics for children and adults. An above-knee amputee since the age of 18, Mark’s experience as both a patient and a prosthetist has given him firsthand personal knowledge and understanding of everyday life as an amputee. Mark was the first person in the United States to use the C-Leg System, one of the world’s first microprocessor-controlled prosthetic knee units developed by Otto Bock. With his vast expertise in the field of prosthetics, Mark is available for pre and post-amputation consultations.
THOMAS LOTTERMOSER, C.P.O.
Thomas Lottermoser is a Certified Prosthetist and Orthotist (CPO) who joined Northeast Orthotics & Prosthetics in 2020 after relocating to the area from Chicago, IL. Thomas has over 30 years of experience as a practitioner in both Orthotics and Prosthetics and specializes in Lower Limb Orthotics, Spinal Orthoses and Cranial Molding Orthoses. Thomas provides direct in-patient care at Rhode Island Hospital, Miriam Hospital, Hasbro Children’s Hospital and is available for in-service lectures.
Prior to joining Northeast O&P, Thomas was the Director of Clinical Services at Chicago’s Ballert Orthopedics, where he practiced for 29 years. During his time with Ballert, Thomas was responsible for the development of custom molded Cervical-Thoracic Orthoses (CTO), Ballert’s Cranial Molding Orthosis and developed two patented Ankle-Foot Orthoses designs for ankle inversion injuries. Thomas’ substantial experience also includes serving as a residency director for the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) for 15 years.
Thomas is a graduate of Ithaca College and earned his certification in Prosthetics and Orthotics from Northwestern University Prosthetics-Orthotics Center (NUPOC). Thomas is an active member of the American Academy of Orthotists & Prosthetists (AAOP).
JARED CANTIN, C.P.O.
Jared Cantin earned his Master of Science degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics (MSPO) from University of Hartford in 2016. Certified by the ABC (American Board for Certification), Jared provides both orthotic and prosthetic care with a specific interest in Lower Extremity Prosthetics. As an above knee amputee himself since the age of 18, Jared has a unique perspective in the everyday challenges of living with the loss of a limb. Jared provides direct in-patient care at both Rhode Island Hospital and Miriam Hospital and is available for pre and post-operative amputation consultations and peer support visits.
Jared holds certifications in the elite STARscanner Laser Data Acquisition system as well as the SmartSoc scanning solution for Cranial Remolding Orthoses.
REINA KINGSLEY, C.O.
Reina Kingsley, C.O. is a BOC (Board of Certification) Certified Orthotist who joined Northeast Orthotics and Prosthetics in 2021 after practicing in Florida and for Hanger Clinics in MA. She has over 20 years of experience in the field of orthotics and specializes in the treatment of both Lower Extremity Orthotics as well as the treatment of plagiocephaly. Reina holds additional certification through Orthomerica in the elite Star Scanner Laser Data Acquisition System for cranial remolding orthosis. Reina sees patients at the Allens Avenue office.
SARAH CLAPTON, BUSINESS OPERATIONS MANAGER
• St. Michael’s College: BA in Psychology 2006
• University of Virginia and The American Orthotics & Prosthetics Assn.: Orthotics and Prosthetics Business Management Program, 2014
MELISSA KAVANAGH, OFFICE MANAGER
• California State University, Chico, CA 2002: BA
MICHAEL SNEDEKER, CFo, SENIOR TECHNICIAN
Michael "Mike" Snedeker, CFo is an ABC (American Board for Certification) Certified Orthotic Fitter. He started at Northeast Orthotics and Prosthetics in September 2007 as an orthotic and prosthetic technician and continues to perform those duties. In 2021 Michael attended and completed the orthotic fitter course at CFS Allied Health Education. Michael received his ABC Certification in January 2022. With over 14 years of experience in the field Michael has extensive knowledge of all aspects of off the shelf bracing. Michael sees patients at our 2 Dudley Street location in Rhode Island Hospital as well as at The Miriam Hospital.
