Meet the Staff

We are proud to have two full-time, on-site X-ray technicians at our Bethesda and Germantown locations. Our X-ray technicians play a crucial role in our practice, utilizing advanced imaging technologies to capture detailed pictures of the internal anatomy, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Their expertise not only ensures high-quality care but also embodies a compassionate approach, making patients feel at ease during their procedures.

Cindy Walters

Bethesda Location
MOS team member for 6 years

Shelby Campbell

Germantown Location
MOS team member for 1 year

Our certified athletic trainers are highly educated healthcare professionals who specialize in preventing, assessing, and rehabilitating musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses. They assist our patients everyday in performing necessary evaluations, applying casts or splints, providing patients with exercise therapy programs, and more.

Janae Battle, MS, LATC
Bethesda Location
(240) 912-2389
jbattle@cfaortho.com
MOS team member for 1 year

Mark Kang, MS, LATC
Bethesda Location
(240) 912-2389
mkang@cfaortho.com
MOS team member for 1 year

Jodi Webb, MS, LATC
Germantown Location
(240) 912-2397
jwebb@cfaortho.com
MOS team member for 1 year

Meet our Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Coordinator, Charlie Perella. With a crucial role in patient intake and education, he prides himself on his timely and precise communication with insurance companies, patients, and the team, ensuring a seamless process when it comes to handling DME. From sorting authorizations to managing our in-house medical supplies and DME inventory, Charlie's role is far-reaching. His partnership with Dr. Gardiner spans over 25 years, and he has been part of our team since we first opened our doors in 2009.

Charlie Perella
Germantown Location
cperella@cfaortho.com
MOS team member for 15 years

Our Surgical Coordinators play an indispensable role by ensuring that patients are scheduled for their procedures efficiently and without delay, providing a smooth and seamless experience that reflects our commitment to quality care. Their collaboration with our esteemed surgeons underscores our dedication to offering personalized attention, emphasizing both the expertise of our medical professionals and the empathetic, detail-oriented approach we believe every patient deserves.

Tiesha Matthews, Scheduler for Dr. Fitzgibbons & Dr. Christoforetti
(240) 912-2205
tmatthews@cfaortho.com
MOS team member for 5 years

Brenda Scales, Scheduler for Dr. Raffo, Dr. Gardiner, & Dr. Feldman
(240) 912-2384
bscales@cfaortho.com
MOS team member for 3 years
CAO team member for 20+ years

Our billing specialists are at the forefront of ensuring that patients receive transparent and detailed explanations of their medical bills, embodying our commitment to empathy and professionalism. They bridge the gap between advanced healthcare services and patient understanding, facilitating a stress-free payment experience by offering personalized support and guidance on financial options.

Indiana Sims, Medical Biller & Coder
(240) 912-2204
isims@cfaortho.com
MOS team member for 13+ years

Cara Green, Medical Biller
(240) 912-2206
cgreen@cfaortho.com
MOS team member for 15 years

At MOS, our Authorization Coordinators, Rhina and Denise, are instrumental in orchestrating the complex process of insurance benefits coordination to ensure that our patients receive the care they need without unnecessary stress.

Rhina specializes in managing a broad spectrum of services including injections, MRIs, durable medical equipment (DME), and physical therapy, with a particular focus on supporting those undergoing workers' compensation and auto accident/liability cases. Denise dedicates her expertise to the specific area of physical therapy, ensuring that patients have seamless access to the rehabilitative care they require.

Together, they embody our commitment to providing high-quality care, emphasizing personalized attention, and leveraging their expertise to navigate the intricacies of insurance benefits on behalf of our patients.

Rhina Cruz
(240) 912-2393
rcruz@cfaortho.com
MOS team member for 10 years

Denise Altobelli
(240) 912-2216
daltobelli@cfaortho.com
MOS team member for 3 years

Joanna Lanier is at the heart of our operations, ensuring everything runs like clockwork. She leads our staff and oversees the day-to-day operations of our offices. Jo recruits new talented staff members and oversees their training, monitors the office operations for compliance, and continuously updates our standard operating procedures to ensure we always delivering our patients the care they deserve. Jo is always focused on our main goal: delivering top-notch healthcare to our patients.

Joanna Lanier, MS, LATC
(240) 912-2213
jlanier@cfaortho.com
MOS team member for 5 years