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Identical twin brothers Keith and Ken Cornell
founded Cornell Orthotics & Prosthetics in 1985. Sharing an uncommon
dedication for excellence in their field, the brothers have steadily
developed Cornell Orthotics & Prosthetics into a multi-site, patient-care
practice in the greater Boston area.
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Keith Cornell received
his pre med undergraduate degree from Saint Anselm's College and
completed his postgraduate prosthetic degrees at Northwestern and
New York Universities. He was certified by ABC in 1980 and earned
his Fellow from the American Academy of O&P in 2000. He was elected
to the AOPA (American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association) board of
directors in 1999 and is past president. Locally, he is past
president of the Massachusetts Society of O&P and currently is working
for improved prosthetic insurance coverage. He was instrumental
in the filing of H376, the "Massachusetts Prosthetic Parity Law."
Passionate about his field, he has a long history of active participation
in clinical, business and patient organizations. Keith is frequently
involved in instructional forums and in-service educational programs.
He served as an adjunct instructor for TEC Industries and is certified
by Otto-Bock to provide the C-Leg (a computerized knee system for
patients with above-the-knee amputations). He is considered a specialist
with componentry from numerous leading prosthetic vendors such as
Flex-Foot, Springlite, Otto Bock, College Park, and Iceross. He is the sole Massachusetts practicioner providing the revolutionary above-knee Marlo Ortiz Socket Design.
Ken Cornell earned his bachelor degree in
biology at St. Anselm's College in Manchester, NH and received postgraduate
degrees in orthotics and prosthetics at UCLA in 1980. Ken is currently
president of the New England Chapter of the American Academy of
Orthotists and Prosthetists and is a member of the Advisory Board
of AOPA's Almanac (a monthly industry magazine). He lectures regularly
at local colleges and hospitals. "I find myself more motivated than
ever. I have always considered it an honor to work in the fields
of orthotics and prosthetics. Each patient challenges me to apply
my experience, knowledge and skill to achieve the highest level
of activity possible for that person. For some, that means playing
sports, for some it is shopping with family and friends, for others
it is being able to walk independently around the house without
pain." Credo: To take the time to listen and understand, then formulate
a plan to make a greater improvement than expected.
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David began his career with Cornell O &
P in 1986. With a BA from Salem State College, he continued post-graduate
education in orthotics at Northwestern University. Now an ABC certified
Orthotist with 12 years of experience, David manages a wide spectrum
of pathomechanical cases. Chief Orthotist at Franciscan Children's
Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, David specializes in the pediatric
population. He provides treatment at both the CP and Brace clinics,
as well as managing the orthotic care of the in-patient population
and Physical Therapy departments.
Gary joined the Cornell team in 2002. He
has over 20 years of work experience and is ABC certified in both
Prosthetics and Orthotics. A former owner of two practices, Gary
brings with him a wide range of capabilities, including expertise
in upper extremity prostheses and lower extremity orthoses. Gary
manages both in-patient and out-patient orthotic practices at Whittier
Rehabilitation Hospital in Haverhill, MA, along with many other
facilities within the Northern Massachusetts/Southern New Hampshire
area. Gary has served as Chair of the Upper Extremity Prosthetic
Society of AAOP and has been a guest speaker at numerous national
and regional symposia. He is currently serving on the Advisory Board
of AOPA's Almanac, a monthly industry magazine.
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Marc is a licensed physical therapist assistant
with extensive experience in acute settings. He is a graduate of
North Shore Community College. He specializes in foot and ankle
biomechanics and diabetic wound management. Marc manages the orthotic
care at the Wound Center at Anna Jaques Hospital. He fits all lower
extremity, spinal and upper extremity orthoses for most biomechanical
conditions.
Jennifer first began her career at Cornell
O & P as an orthotic technician in 2002. She earned her degree in
visual arts in 1991. She began fitting mastectomy prostheses in
2003 along with receiving her ABC certification as an orthotic technician.
Jennifer enjoys the duality of her career at Cornell, treating patients
as well as fabricating their custom devices.
Rob is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
experienced in orthopedics, cardiac and neurological disorders,
pulmonary, sports medicine and cancer rehabilitation. He started
his career at Cornell O & P in 2000 as a prosthetic assistant. Rob
brings with him years of patient care experience. Working directly
with Keith Cornell, Rob compassionately assists in all aspects of
prosthetic care.
Mike Domenicucci has had over 18 years of experience in the field of upper and lower limb prosthetics. He received his ABC certification in prosthetics from Northwestern University and is a past president of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists, New England Chapter. His career as a prosthetist began at the New England Rehabilitation Hospital in Woburn, Massachusetts., working in an acute rehabilitation hospital setting. “Coordinating patients’ care with doctors, case managers, nurses and therapists makes so much sense to me. Though the patients benefit the most, working within a synergistic multidisciplinary enhances the whole team’s ability,” he says. Mike speaks at the CMSNE (Case Management Society of New England) annual conference, and lectures to doctors and therapists at local hospitals and schools.
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