Joseph Terpenning, CO, FAAOP, Co-Owner and Director Orthotics

Joe was born and raised on Long Island, NY.  He started college as a theater major and graduated in 1995 from Siena College with a BS in Biology. After attending the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine he transferred to Northwestern University to study orthotics.  He graduated in 1999 and was board certified in 2000 after a residency focusing on craniofacial treatments and neuromuscular disorders. Joe became a Fellow of the Academy in 2008. He has been published numerous times for research in plagiocephaly and pediatric cranial molding.  He was married in 2000 and has three kids.  Joe loves to travel and ski.  He spends much of his free time volunteering with his kids schools.
Fun facts about Joe: 
  • He is a long time martial artist and enthusiast
  • He coaches middle school girl’s volleyball
  • He is a huge Star Wars and Lord of the Rings fan