Derrick Campana,
Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist, President with pet 'Gabe'

Derrick Campana

Derrick Campana, a board certified Orthotist, has practiced in the field of Orthotics (the use of braces to correct or accommodate an affected extremity) and Prosthetics (the replacement of a lost limb) for several years. Originally, working with just the human population, he eventually found his true passion by utilizing his Prosthetic and Orthotic skills for the aid and rehabilitation of animals.

A graduate of the Pennsylvania State University, Derrick Campana received a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology (the biomechanical study of the body in motion), and went on to receive his certification in Orthotics at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois. He is currently finishing his Prosthetics certification through University of Connecticut’s Prosthetic program.

His animal patient population originated with a black labrador with a congenital deformity, named Charles. Multiple cases later, his most current challenge involves Maxi, a mixed-breed suffering from multiple joint contractures on all four limbs, and an above elbow amputee named Mia who will be the ring bearer during a spring wedding. Currently, with his human population, he works at an Orthotic and Prosthetic company called Specialized Orthopaedic Services in Vienna, VA.

At Animal Orthocare, Derrick Campana works directly with your pet's veterinarian to make sure he/she receives the best care possible. These devices are a great way to avoid surgery, assist in rehabilitation after an accident or surgery, and can even give your pet a longer life for non surgical candidates. Through the use of prosthetics, orthotics, and other assistive devices, your pet will be on it's way to leading a happier/healthier life.

Natalie Kuntz, Certified Prosthetist with pet 'Bailey'

Natalie Kuntz

Natalie is a Certified Prosthetist who received her Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology from Miami University as well as her Certification in Prosthetics from Northwestern University. Natalie fabricates custom prosthetic devices which serve to improve the quality of life for each specific animal. The custom prostheses range from simple paw fillers, to a complete absence of limb.

Jon Smith, C.O

Jon Smith

Jon Smith, C.O. has a simple guiding philosophy: patients first. This has served him well in the last four years of his clinical work where he has conducted thousands of orthotic consultations. By listening to each owner's thoughts and concerns, and understanding their unique situation, Jon has found a sure path to assisting dogs in their rehabilitation. His clinical practice started in the Sacramento area in 2003. Jon graduated from the University of California, Davis in 2003 with a B.S.in Biomechanics. He then attended Northwestern University in Chicago, Il where he obtained his Orthotics training and subsequent residency in Sacramento, CA.

He also attended the Newington Certificate Program for Prosthetics based in Newington, CT and is currently completing his residency. Jon is dedicated to the development of the field of canine orthotics and prosthetics and has been passionate in the development of his clinical skills in an effort to provide his patients with an outstanding level of care. He resides in Roseville, CA with his wife and two daughters.