About Our Staff
Owners
Jason Auyer
Licensed Certified Prosthetist Orthotist, Owner
Jason Auyer is married to Rachael Auyer and is a father to their four sons: Samuel, Levi, Benjamin, and Matthew. He and his family currently reside in Flowery Branch, Georgia. He is a part of 12Stone Church and enjoys the outdoors, Syracuse football and basketball, recreational soccer, and hanging with his family.
Professionally Jason's career began in 2005. Upon receiving his BSME (bachelor's in mechanical engineering) from Cedarville University, he worked under Jim Hughes and Marc Kaufman at the former Atlanta Prosthetics and Orthotics, as a technician. While there he received his certification in Prosthetics and Orthotics from North Western University. Immediately following he completed his orthotic and prosthetic residency under the supervision of Marc Kaufman, Jim Hughes, and Will Holbrook. Jason has his national certification through the American Board For Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics and is licensed in Prosthetics and Orthotics through the state of Georgia. While working in the Atlanta, Monroe, and Athens offices he was promoted to clinic manager for AP&O for the Gainesville office location. He held that position until Hanger acquired AP&O in 2014. While at Hanger Jason worked as the clinic manager for the Gainesville office for 10 months. He then took a position with Alabama Artificial Limb and Orthopedic Services. His dream was always to own his own office to provide quality care for patients, as well as, a space for professional development for practitioners. He specializes in and is passionate about the pediatric community as well as dysvascular amputees.
For a full resume please see the CV attachment.
Rachael Auyer
Marketing Director, Owner
Rachael Auyer is married to Jason Auyer and mother to their four sons: Samuel, Levi, Benjamin, and Matthew. Rachael received her BA in Secondary Spanish Education from the University of North Georgia and formerly taught in Forsyth County Schools. She enjoys reading, exercise, and family time and is an active part of 12stone church. She currently is serving Alliance as a Marketing Director. She looks forward to working with patients to achieve goals while making lifelong friendships and connections.
Leadership Team
Alyson Abernathy
Chief Financial Officer
Alyson joined the Alliance team when they opened in October 2016 as the office and billing manager. With the growth of the company, Alliance hired an office manager in May 2021, and she was promoted to chief financial officer. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Finance from North Georgia College and State University and has had over 10 years of experience in the finance and accounting field. Alyson handles all things related to accounting, billing, and compliance for Alliance. Alyson cares deeply about our patients and works hard on their behalf to make sure we have all documents so insurance pays. Alyson and her husband have 2 children. When Alyson is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family watching movies, hiking, watching her children play sports, and working out.
Missy Taylor
Office Manager
Missy joined Alliance full-time in May of 2021 as, office manager for both locations. She has been in the medical world for over 25 years. Previously working as a medical assistant in Women’s health, she is so excited to begin this new chapter in management. She brings years of experience in patient care. Missy is passionate about making sure our patients, at Alliance, get the best care possible. Missy is confident that our staff will make sure your experience with Alliance is always top-notch.
Missy and her husband, Scot, have 4 children and 2 grandchildren. She and her family attend 12 Stone Church. She absolutely loves spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Clinical Team
Beth Yun
Board Eligible Prosthetist Orthotist
Beth joined Alliance in June of 2023, moving with her husband and three children from Naperville, IL. She studied Biology at Taylor University and then worked in a research lab for 7 years before deciding to stay home to focus on raising her family. She knew she wanted to move into patient care and prosthetics and orthotics were a great match for her background and skill set. She attended Northwestern University and completed a master’s degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics in 2021 and then her residency with Hanger Clinic in May of 2023. Beth loves rehabilitation and being part of the care team that helps her patients reach their goals. She also speaks Spanish and considers it a privilege to serve her Spanish-speaking patients in their first language. When not at work, Beth enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, all things water, and most of all, sleeping!
Victoria Wilson
Prosthetic and Orthotic Resident
Victoria joined Alliance in June 2022 as a Prosthetic and Orthotic Resident. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics and a Master’s in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University. She worked previously as a research assistant in the field of O&P and later wanted to work more directly with patients. She then completed her Master’s in Prosthetics and Orthotics from Alabama State University in 2022. Victoria strives to be a jack of all trades and loves to learn new things. In her free time, she enjoys painting, exercising, and being outdoors. She enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her handsome dog, Gizmo.
Onny Mbagwu
Prosthetic and Orthotic Resident
Onny joined Alliance in June 2022 as an Orthotic and Prosthetic Resident. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Pre-Med from Georgia State University in 2019, and her Master of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics from the International Institute of Orthotics and Prosthetics (IIOP) in 2021. Onny loves helping the underserved, creating meaningful bonds with people and has always been a volunteer in her community. When she is not at work, she likes to sing, dance (Afrobeat and hip hop), write music, play piano, play tennis, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy all the little and big things life has to offer.
Vanessa Flores
Prosthetic and Orthotic Assistant
Vanessa joined Alliance Prosthetics and Orthotics in 2023 as a Prosthetic and Orthotic Assistant, after a 4-year career in acute care rehab. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Health, and Fitness from the University of North Georgia in 2020. Vanessa is most fulfilled when helping those with physical limitations. Helping patients achieve their personal goals and surpass their expectations is her highest priority. When she is not at work, you can find Vanessa spending time with her husband and son, curating charcuterie boards, volunteering at her church’s School of Religion, and traveling.
Administrative Team
Jessica Fleeman
Data Analyst
Jessica joined Alliance in June of 2020 as a Patient Care Coordinator for our Gainesville location and she now works as our data analyst in both offices. She was a manager at Chick-Fil-A for a time before bringing her drive for taking care of people to Alliance. She has a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. Jessica is a native Georgian, born and raised in Gainesville. When not at work, Jessica loves to play games, read, serve at 12 Stone church in the children's ministry, and spend time with friends and family.
Leticia Mejia
Lead Patient Care Coordinator and Spanish Interpreter
Leticia joined Alliance in August 2021 as a Patient Care Coordinator. She was born in Mexico and moved to the United States at a very young age where she grew up and married her husband Jairo. She worked in manufacturing quality for many years making sure customers were always satisfied with the products. Leticia has a passion for caring and loving others and making sure they are always happy. When Leticia is not at work, she can be found either at home cooking, watching movies, or at her church serving.
Laine Johnson
Marketing Assistant and Patient Care Coordinator
Laine joined Alliance Prosthetics and Orthotics in April of 2022 as a Patient Care Coordinator for our Braselton location. She is also now the marketing assistant for both offices and runs our social media! She received her bachelor’s degree of Science in Psychology with a minor in sociology from The University of North Georgia in 2020. She has a passion for helping people and making sure everyone’s voices are heard. When not at work, Laine enjoys volunteering at her church watching the 2–3-year-olds. She also loves going to the park with her dogs to walk and enjoys spending time at the lake with her family and friends.
Cindy Rodriguez
Patient Care Coordinator
Cindy joined Alliance Prosthetics and Orthotics in July of 2023 as a full-time Patient Care Coordinator in our Gainesville office. Before joining the Alliance team, Cindy worked at Kia Mall of Georgia and RX Plus Pharmacy. She has lived in Gainesville all her life and is very passionate about helping others in her community. Whenever she is not at work, Cindy likes to work on cars, play games, and spend time with her family.
Compliance Team
Megan Davis
Compliance Manager
Megan joined the Alliance team in 2021, after a 7-year career in Special Education. She has education degrees from the University of Georgia, Georgia Southern, and Georgia College and State University. During her time teaching, Megan realized her strengths were organization, data analysis, and routine- which have all been put to good use in her new role at Alliance. Her goal in any work she does is to be able to ease the burden of others and make life easier for others. Megan is native to Georgia, born and raised near and around Athens, GA. Go Dawgs! Megan and her husband, Taylor, have a daughter named Lillian and a Goldendoodle named Buffett. When not at work you can find her reading, watching movies, or spending time with her family.
Ashley Parr
Compliance Officer
Ashley Parr joined Alliance Prosthetics and Orthotics in April 2023. She has a background in the medical field as a Medical Assistant as well as Special Education. She took a step back from the working world to care for her three babies, two of which have special needs and require orthotics, hence why she wanted to join the team here at Alliance! Ashley has a passion for special needs babies and their families. Whatever she can do to make their lives a little happier, a little less burdensome, you name it, she wants to do it! When she is not working, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family, singing/serving at 12stone church, and cooking!