Jacob McCleary graduated from the Northwestern University Prosthetics-Orthotics Center with a Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics with MPO in 2023 and completed residency at Hines VA Hospital in June 2025. His journey into the field began after becoming an AFO user due to a nerve injury, which sparked a deep interest in helping others regain mobility and independence. Passionate about patient care and functional outcomes, Jacob is dedicated to improving lives through innovative orthotic and prosthetic solutions. Outside of the clinic, he enjoys exploring new areas of Chicago with his partner, playing soccer, spoiling their cat, and growing an ever-expanding collection of plants.