Reserve your spot
June 17 – June 20, 2026
The IOF MAX with TOBI is the 11th annual conference for the Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation and we are THRILLED to bring back together the brightest minds in the orthobiologics community. Come maximize your knowledge, skillset, and connections in a NEW, larger location. You will experience dynamic didactic talks, engaging Q&A, and hands-on curriculum-based labs. With the majestic Rocky Mountains as our backdrop, summer hiking in full effect, a family-fun resort, on-site restaurants and more, IOF will be hosting this year’s conference at the Gaylord Rockies in Denver, CO.
We can’t wait to see everyone!
Agenda at-a-glance
Speakers & Instructors
We have a best-in-class lineup for this year’s IOF MAX with TOBI!
Thomas Vangsness, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon, Professor
Keck School of Medicine of USC
Dr. Vangsness educational background includes a Medical Doctorate from the University of Minnesota where he was also born and raised. He carried out graduate studies in public health. His orthopedic surgery training was at the prestigious Hospital for Joint Diseases NYU in New York City. He completed a Bioengineering Fellowship at NYU and finished a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles, California. In his 35 year career at USC, Dr. Vangsness has won many University and National academic awards as a teacher and researcher and is internationally recognized as an expert in knee and shoulder surgery. He has specialized in the conservative and operative treatment of sports injuries and is skilled at minimally invasive techniques for the treatment of the ACL, meniscus and rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability and cartilage injuries. He continues to see selected patients in consultation and pursues ongoing cutting edge Stem Cell and Exosome Research.
Christopher Williams, MD
Physician, Medical Director
Regenexx Cayman
Originally from Jacksonville, Florida, Dr. Williams enlisted in the United States Air Force after graduating from high school. After serving honorably in the military, he went on to graduate University with the highest honors of Summa Cum Laude and pursue his dream of becoming a medical doctor, earning his medical degree from Emory University. Following his residency, Dr. Williams completed a prestigious fellowship at the Centeno-Schultz Clinic, training under renowned pioneers, Dr. Christopher Centeno and Dr. John Schultz. He remained on staff as an attending physician for an additional year. Dr. Williams later founded Interventional Orthopedics of Atlanta, Georgia’s first Regenexx provider. Since 2018, he has been a visiting physician at Regenexx Cayman, providing specialized care in regenerative medicine, including the world’s most advanced orthopedic stem cell treatment, Regenexx-C. In 2024, Dr. Williams relocated to the Cayman Islands, where he now serves as a full-time physician and medical director at Regenexx Cayman. He is committed to advancing the field of interventional orthopedics and passionate about helping patients treat acute and chronic orthopedic conditions. EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS Bachelor’s Degree from University of North Florida. Doctor of Medicine from Emory University School of Medicine. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Board Certification. Residency at Emory University School of Medicine. Fellowship at the Centeno-Schultz Clinic.
Paul Tortland, DO
Founder & Medical Director
New England Stem Cell Institute
Paul Tortland, DO is a board-certified specialist in Regenerative Medicine and Sports Medicine who treats patients at the New England Stem Cell Institute in Glastonbury, CT and Jupiter, FL. He grew up in Stamford, CT and attended the University of Connecticut, where he earned his bachelor’s degree. He also earned a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Before going to medical school, he spent time working in private practice as a marriage and family therapist and teaching at the University of Connecticut’s Avery Point Campus. Dr. Tortland earned his medical degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNECOM) in Biddeford, Maine. He also was awarded a prestigious predoctoral fellowship in Osteopathic Principles and Practice and Human Anatomy. He began his postgraduate training internship at Warren Hospital in Phillipsburg, NJ and completed his residency at UNECOM, finishing with a Sports Medicine fellowship at Sports Care/Toledo Hospital in Ohio. He is also a Fellow of the American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine. Dr. Tortland is an internationally recognized leader in nonsurgical sports medicine, musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSK US), and regenerative medicine, especially in prolotherapy, PRP, and stem cell treatments. He was the first physician in New England, and among the first in the country, to begin performing PRP and stem cell treatments for orthopedic conditions in 2007. He was the first physician in the world to receive certification in Regenerative Medicine by the American Academy and Board of Regenerative Medicine. He’s board-certified in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and Sports Medicine. He is a popular speaker and teacher, frequently lecturing and teaches at medical conferences and training courses across the country. He’s on staff at Hartford Hospital and St. Francis Hospital. Dr. Tortland has also served as the team physician for several sports organizations, including the New England Blizzard of the former women’s professional American Basketball League, the US Figure Skating Team, and the University of Hartford’s NCAA Division I athletics. Outside of medicine, Dr. Tortland enjoys participating in sports and other hobbies. He is both an avid woodworker and an accomplished musician, playing drums, acoustic guitar, and electric guitar. On most Sunday mornings, you can find him on stage at his church playing in the worship band. He is very happily married with three children.
Walter Sussman, DO
Founder, Physician
Boston Sports & Biologics
Dr. Walter Sussman is dual board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. Dr. Sussman completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Emory University, where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Sussman then completed a fellowship in non-operative Sports Medicine at Emory University, where he provided coverage for the Atlanta Dream WNBA team, Georgia Tech athletics, and Emory University athletics. Dr. Sussman has served locally as the Head Team Physician for the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, and has worked with athletes from all recreational levels from high school to professional athletes. Dr. Sussman manages both acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries and offers non-surgical alternatives to orthopedic surgery/conditions. His clinical interests include regenerative medicine, with a focus on using minimally invasive procedures, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP), regenerative cell injections, and Tenex. Dr. Sussman co-authored The Atlas of Interventional Orthopedics textbook, and has also published peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on ultrasound-guided percutaneous surgical procedures, regenerative procedures, nerve hydrodissection and concussion management. He now serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor for Orthopedics and Rehabilitation for Tufts University School of Medicine.
Suresh Sudula
Musculoskeletal Specialist
Krida Harley Street
With over 20 years of experience in Musculoskeletal Medicine, Mr. Suresh Sudula is a highly respected specialist in the field. He holds a Diploma in Orthopaedic Medicine and Injection Therapy and a Postgraduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound from Canterbury Christ Church University. Mr. Sudula made history as the first UK physiotherapist to be awarded a visiting fellowship at the Radiology Department of Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, USA—a globally renowned institution for MSK Ultrasound research and innovation. His expertise lies in advanced ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal interventions and medical education within musculoskeletal medicine. Founder of KRIDA Harley Street Mr. Sudula is the founder and director of KRIDA Harley Street, a premier private clinic offering state-of-the-art treatments for musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries. Located in London’s prestigious Harley Street, the clinic specializes in cutting-edge non-surgical treatments, including Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy, Microfragmented Adipose Tissue (MFAT) Therapy, and Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate (BMAC) Therapy. With an extensive background in regenerative medicine, Mr. Sudula has successfully performed over 8,000 procedures, helping patients recover and optimize their musculoskeletal health through innovative, minimally invasive treatments Mr. Suresh Sudula – Global Educator in Musculoskeletal Medicine Mr. Suresh Sudula is a leading educator in MSK Medicine, serving as an Honorary Lecturer at Canterbury Christ Church University, where he teaches the MSK Ultrasound PGCert programme. He frequently lectures at national and international conferences and leads MSK ultrasound courses worldwide. As a Programme Director for MSK Medicine, Mr. Sudula offers MSK Ultrasound Fellowships, mentoring clinicians looking to advance their expertise in the field. In 2019, he collaborated with Sonoskills and 123 Sonography to develop an online MSK Ultrasound-Guided Injection Masterclass, now accessible to healthcare professionals globally. Mr. Sudula regularly conducts hands-on MSK ultrasound workshops at leading institutions, including Amsterdam Skills Centre, Keele University, St George’s City Hospital, King’s College London, and the Arthrex Medical Education Facility (UK & Munich). Renowned for his expertise, Mr. Sudula travels globally, sharing his knowledge at prestigious international conferences.
Edilson Silva Machado, MD, MSC, PhD
Director
REGENERAR – Pain Medicine Center
Dr. Edilson graduated in Medicine. Medical Residency in Orthopedics and Traumatology, with a focus on Spine Surgery. Master Degree in Genetic and Molecular Diagnosis, with research study on the Genetic Basis of Intervertebral Disc Degeneration. Doctorate – PhD from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, Portugal, with a thesis on biological therapy for low back pain. Certificate in Pain, as an area of expertise, by Brazilian Medical Association and Federal Conseil of Medicine. He is a Full Member of the Brazilian Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (SBOT), Brazilian Spine Society (SBC), Brazilian Society for the Study of Pain (SBED), president of the Pain and Tissue Regeneration Committee- SBED (2020-2023), Brazilian Society of Interventional Medicine of Pain (SOBRAMID), International Society for the Study of PAIN (IASP), Brazilian Society of Tissue Regeneration (SBRET), where he is the President of the Spinal Pathology Committee. President of the Gaúcha Society for the Study of Pain (SOGED) 2017-2021. Managing Partner of the REGENERAR Clinic – Pain Medicine Center. Coordinator of the course on Interventional Techniques for the Spine Guided by Ultrasound at CERT (Center for Studies in Tissue Regeneration). Professor of Postgraduate Pain courses – CERT and Albert Einstein Hospital. His experience focuses on Orthopedics and Pain, through interventional and minimally invasive procedures and orthobiologics. He is interested in research into new technologies for pain management, genetics, molecular biology, degeneration and regeneration of articular cartilage and intervertebral disc.
Steven Sampson, DO
Founder
The Orthohealing Center and The Orthobiologic Institute (TOBI)
Steven Sampson D.O. is an internationally recognized pioneer in orthopedic regenerative medicine. Dr Sampson is a Diplomate of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and is a former Asst Clinical Professor of Medicine at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Dr Sampson founded the Orthohealing Center in Los Angeles, California specializing in non-surgical orthopedic and cell-based medicine. He serves as a consultant to professional sports organizations, elite athletes, performing artists, and major university athletic programs. Dr Sampson established the world’s first international orthopedic regenerative medicine symposium with cadaver labs, the Orthobiologic Institute (TOBI). He has authored over 40 peer reviewed research articles and textbook chapters. He has been a speaker at over 40 lectures including the United Nations in Geneva, United States Congress on Capitol Hill, and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Wenchun Qu, MD
Associate Professor of PM&R and Anesthesia
Mayo College of Medicine
Wenchun Qu, MD, MS, PhD holds the academic rank of Associate Professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) and Associate Professor of Anesthesiology at Mayo College of Medicine. He is board certified in PM&R, Pain Medicine, Regenerative Medicine, and serves as a consultant in the Department of PM&R, Division of Pain Medicine, and Spine Center. He is the Director of Regenerative Pain Medicine Practice, Chair of Spine Research Committee, co-Chair of China Regional Development Group, and a member of Augmented Human Intelligence Advisory Group at Mayo Clinic. He is the President of American Academy of Regenerative Medicine. Dr. Qu received medical education at Second Military Medical University in Shanghai, and received MS in Biostatistics and PhD in Occupational Science at University of Southern California in Los Angeles. He completed postdoctoral fellowship training at University of Pennsylvania, residency in PM&R and fellowship in Pain Medicine at Mayo Clinic.
John Pitts, MD
Physician
The Centeno Schultz Clinic
Dr. John Pitts has been practicing Regenerative Medicine and Interventional Orthopedics exclusively for 10 years. He works at the Centeno Schultz Clinic in Broomfield Colorado and part of the Regenexx Network of Physicians. Dr. Pitts received his medical education at Vanderbilt School of medicine in Nashville and then completed a physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at Emory University in Atlanta, GA. After residency he completed a 1 year fellowship in regenerative medicine and interventional orthopedics at the Centeno Schultz Clinic where he works now. He serves as the fellowship director and helps to train new Regenexx Physicians. He regularly uses orthobiologics such as prolotherapy, neuroprolotherapy, PRP, platelet lysate, bone marrow concentrate, micronized adipose tissue graft, and cultured expanded bone marrow MSCs (in Grand Cayman). He is co-editor of the Atlas of Interventional Orthopedics which is a textbook on the principles, research, and image guided procedural techniques used for non-surgical orthopedic and regenerative medicine. Dr. Pitts has thus far co-authored 3 peer reviewed articles relating to regenerative treatments and has written a nutritional pamphlet called Nutrition 2.0.
Shounuck Patel, DO
Founder, Physician
The Patel Center for Functional Regeneration
Dr. Patel is double board-certified in Sports Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, as well as fellowship trained in interventional pain management. He focuses his clinical practice on the use of exercise, nutrition, Osteopathic Manipulation, and natural therapies such as regenerative cell therapy for the treatment of orthopedic injuries and pain conditions. Dr. Patel earned his degrees across the nation at the George Washington University in Washington DC, Drexel University in Philadelphia, and Midwestern University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine in Chicago. He completed his residency at the prestigious Kessler Institute in New Jersey, fellowship with the Orthopedic and Spine Specialists hospital of Pennsylvania, and advanced regenerative medicine training with Regenexx and the Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation (IOF) – a non-profit for which he became a master instructor for other physicians and Chair of the Curriculum Committee. Dr. Patel is an invited speaker and instructor for medical conferences and courses across the world. In addition to teaching physicians, Dr. Patel is an associate clinical professor for medical students at the Western University and Touro University Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine.
Alberto Panero, DO
Founder and Physician
BIOS Orthopedic Institute
Dr. Panero is board certified in physical medicine & rehabilitation with a subspecialty certification in sports medicine. He is the founder of The BIOS Orthopedic Institute where he practices out of Sacramento, CA. He serves as core faculty for the University of California, Davis PM&R Sports Medicine Fellowship. He is regarded as one of the experts in orthobiologics (PRP & Tissue based Therapies) and musculoskeletal ultrasound, having published on several respective topics. He has also presented his research and interventional orthopedic techniques at the top orthopedic and sports medicine conferences. Dr. Panero is highly involved in the sports community in Sacramento, serving as team physician for Sacramento River Cats – Triple A – Affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, and the Sacramento Republic F.C.
Kristin Oliver, MD
Founder
OrthoRestore
Dr. Kristin Oliver is a national leader in Orthobiologics. Dr. Oliver completed both her residency and sports medicine fellowship at the University of Missouri in Columbia, MO. She was a co-founder of Bluetail Medical Group where she practiced for over 15 years staffing their offices in Missouri, Wisconsin, Arkansas and Minnesota offices. Over these years she has treated over 25,000 patients with either PRP, BMAC, or MFAT. Dr Oliver speaks nationwide on Regenerative Orthopedics and has authored multiple articles on the same subject in peer reviewed publications She retired from Bluetail in 2023 and now focuses on teaching and training others in office based Orthobiologics while maintaining a boutique clinic in her new home state of Utah
Thomas Nabity, MD
Founder
Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine
Dr. Nabity completed his medical school training at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE, and his post-graduate training at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. He is a board-certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physician (ABPMR) with a subspecialty Board Certification in Pain Medicine (ABPM) and Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (RDMSK). He has a special interest in the non-surgical management of musculoskeletal, spine, and joint pains, and was one of the first physicians in Michigan to incorporate regenerative medicine into his treatment options. In 2017, he opened the Michigan Center for Regenerative Medicine, which focuses on offering evidence-based FDA FDA-compliant regenerative medicine options for musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Nabity is a member of the Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation, the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, and the American Academy of Orthopedic Medicine.
C. Wayne McIlwraith, DVM, PhD
Barbara Cox Anthony University Chair in Orthopaedics Emeritus
Colorado State University
Dr McIlwraith obtained his veterinary degree from Massey University, New Zealand, was in practice in New Zealand and the UK followed by an internship at the University of Guelph, Canada and a surgical residency at Purdue University. He also obtained MS and PhD degrees from Purdue University. He is A Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, the European College of Veterinary Surgeons, the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, and a Fellow of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Since 1979 he has been a faculty member at Colorado State University. He is a University Distinguished Professor in Orthopaedics, held the Barbara Cox Anthony University Endowed Chair in Orthopaedic Research from 2002-2020 (now Emeritus) and is the Founding Director of the Orthopaedic Research Center Emeritus. He also is a consultant and surgeon for clients elsewhere in the US and Ireland, England, France and New Zealand. His research interests focus on equine orthopaedic surgery and translational joint disease research including novel treatments for osteoarthritis and articular cartilage repair, mesenchymal stem cell therapies and early diagnosis of osteoarthritis and pre-fracture disease using imaging and fluid biomarkers. He has authored six textbooks, over 550 scientific publications and textbook chapters and has presented over 700 seminars and workshops, both nationally and internationally to equine practitioners, veterinary specialty groups and human orthopaedic meetings. Honors include doctoral degrees (honoris causa) from the University of Vienna (1995), Purdue University (2001), Massey University (2003), the University of Turin (2004) and the University of London (2010). Awards received include the Schering-Plough Award for equine research for his contributions to orthopaedic research by the World Eaquine Veterinary Association (1995), the Frank Milne Lecture (Lifetime Contribution Award) from American Association of Equine Practitioners (2005), induction into the International Equine Research Hall of Fame (2005), the Founders Award for Lifetime Achievement from the American College of Veterinary Surgery (2006), the John Hickman Award for Equine Orthopaedics from the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) (2006), the Markowitz Award from the Academy of Surgical Research (2013), the Marshall R. Urist MD Award for Excellence in Tissue Regeneration Research from the Orthopaedic Research Society (2014).
Dr. Philippe Hernigou
Professor Emeritus
Paris University East
Professor Philippe Hernigou is orthopedic surgeon with clinical topics on hip arthroplasty and knee surgery, on stem cells in osteonecrosis and in bone union. His research has been focused on arthroplasty, on osteotomies, and osteonecrosis regeneration. He was named full professor at the Paris University in 1989 after working as an orthopedic resident, and as assistant at the Henri Mondor University Hospital. He worked since 1984 on Culture of Bone Marrow Cells in collaboration with INSERM (National Institute of Medical Research), on the functional evaluation of Stem Cells supported by the French Ministery of Research and Technology, had cooperation with the French Army Medical Research Center (Atomic Energy department) for bone sterilization and bone marrow stem cells. He worked on the Reborn European project 2010-2022 on in vitro expansion of stem cells for non-union, and for osteonecrosis. President SICOT (International Society Orthopaedics and Traumatology) President SOFCOT (French National Society of Orthopaedics) 2016-2017 President of the French Japanese Orthopaedic Association: 2013- 2017 Professor in Orthopaedic Surgery at University of Paris Member of the French Academy of Surgery: 2000 Member of the International Hip Society, EFORT, AAOS, ARCO Honorary Professor, University of Beijing China, of Salvador Brazil, of DKOU Germany
Dr. Zaid Matti
Musculoskeletal Medicine Specialist
NZ Musculoskeletal & Regenerative Medicine Centre / RegenCellul
Dr Zaid Matti is a musculoskeletal medicine specialist based in Auckland, New Zealand, with a focused interest in orthobiologics and regenerative medicine. His work centres on platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and culture-expanded mesenchymal stromal cell therapies for complex musculoskeletal and spinal conditions. He is particularly interested in translating regenerative therapies into safe, ethical, and reproducible clinical practice, with an emphasis on biologic characterisation, dose optimisation, and precision image-guided delivery. Dr Matti is actively involved in developing structured treatment protocols and advancing the responsible integration of orthobiologics into modern musculoskeletal care. He has been an active member of the IOF and a contributor to TOBI for over seven years. He is a strong advocate for orthobiologics as the next evolution in musculoskeletal medicine.
Jason Markle, DO
Physician
The Centeno-Schultz Clinic
Dr. Markle is a South Florida native. He graduated from Nova Southeastern University, earning his degree in Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.). He completed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R/ Physiatry) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), where he furthered his training in musculoskeletal medicine, rehabilitation, sports and spine. Post residency, Dr. Markle was selected for the Interventional Orthopedic Fellowship program at the Centeno-Schultz clinic. Here, Dr. Markle gained significant experience in the new field of interventional orthopedics, honing his skills in advanced interventional injection techniques into the spine and peripheral joints, treating patients with ortho-biologics. After the fellowship, Dr. Markle accepted a full-time attending physician position at CSC, treating patients and training current Interventional Orthopedics fellows. In addition to working at CSC, Dr. Markle is an active member of the Interventional Orthopedic Foundations and serves as a course instructor where he trains physicians from around the world in advanced interventional orthopedic injection techniques.
Elizaveta Kon, MD
Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
Humanitas University, Milan, Italy
Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Humanitas University, Milan Orthopedic surgeon, Chief of Translational Orthopedics Unit, Center of Functional and Biological Reconstruction of the knee, Humanitas Research Hospital, Milan Full professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sechenov University, Moscow Vice President of the International Cartilage Repair and Joint Preservation Society (ICRS) Director of Master’s Degree “Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics” Humanitas University, Milan Until 2017 Director of Nano-Biotecnology Laboratory and orthopedic surgeon, Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute and Assistant Professor, University of Bologna Principal Investigator of numerous research projects and clinical trials regarding biotechnology applications in orthopaedics, into the framework of European and national research. Author of over 250 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals (H-index 80) and over 40 chapters in textbooks in orthopedic surgery, Editor of 5 Orthopaedic Surgery textbooks. Faculty of more than 400 society meetings all over Europe, Asia and America. Associated Editor of International Orthopedics, Journal of Experimental Orthopedics and Joints. Reviewer for more than 20 Orthopaedics Journals Past-President of the Cartilage Committee of ESSKA; Scientific Chair of ESSKA 2021 Congress; Chair of Scientific Committee and Past-President Cartilage Committee of SIGASCOT; Past General secretary, Past-President Educational and Meeting Committee and Fellowship Scholarships and Grants Committee of ICRS. Travelling Fellow ESSKA/AOSSM European/North American Sports Medicine Traveling Fellowship, 2009 and ICRS Travelling Fellowship, North America, 2004 Winner of several awards as Biologia Association Research Award 2021, Most cited and Most downloaded publication 2011-2016 in Arthroscopy Journal, Leading article Knee Surgery Sports Traumatology Arthroscopy Journal, 2013 and 2016, Poster Award Cum Laude, ICRS World Congress, 2015 and 2013, Most cited publication 2009-2010 in American Journal of Sports Medicine, Scientific exhibit award of excellence AAOS Annual Meeting 2011
Markus Klingenberg, MD PhD
Orthopedic Surgeon
Beta Klinik
Dr. Markus Klingenberg, MD, PhD is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist in Bonn, Germany, recognized as a leading expert in MFAT (microfractured adipose tissue) treatment for osteoarthritis. Board-certified in Sports Medicine, Chirotherapy and Emergency Medicine, Dr. Klingenberg serves as medical cooperation partner for the Olympic Training Center in Bonn. He champions a holistic regenerative approach that integrates clinical treatment with evidence-based functional training, nutrition, and lifestyle optimization—an innovative strategy that has been featured extensively in national media and television. He recently led a 213-patient clinical study on autologous adipose stromal vascular fraction for advanced knee osteoarthritis, published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine (2024). He is the author of three books and numerous articles on regenerative orthopedics and sports medicine. With over 15 years of clinical experience and international expertise, Dr. Klingenberg combines cutting-edge regenerative medicine with comprehensive patient care strategies.
Michael Khadavi, MD
PM&R, Sports Medicine CAQ
Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance
Mike Khadavi is a PM&R, Sports Medicine physician in private practice in Kansas City and also fellowship director at the University of Missouri Dept of PM&R. He is team physician for the Kansas City Ballet and Sporting Kansas City, and is currently serving as the President of The Orthobiologic Institute. His research and leadership focusses on orthobiologics and sports medicine.
Mairin Jerome, MD
Founder and Medical Director
Integrative Physical Medicine, P.C.
Dr. Mairin Jerome is a physiatrist with subspecialty training in interventional orthobiologics. She completed her physiatry residency at Emory University and fellowship in interventional orthopedics and regenerative medicine at the Centeno-Schultz Clinic. She worked as a staff physician at the Regenerative SportsCare Institute with Dr. Greg Lutz, the Centeno-Schultz Clinic, Regenexx Des Moines, and is now in solo private practice as the founder of Integrative Physical Medicine in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Jerome’s current research interests include treatment development for neuromuscular pelvic dysfunction, percutaneous intervention for treatment of scoliosis, and safety optimization of intradiscal orthobiologic injections. She is an instructor for the Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation, has multiple peer-reviewed publications in the field of interventional orthobiologics, textbook contributions, and has spoken nationally at multiple conferences on topics such as the spine microbiome, intradiscal PRP safety optimization, and orthobiologics in cervical spine intervention.
Robert Bowers, DO
Assistant Professor of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation Medicine
Emory Sports Medicine Center
Robert Bowers is a sports medicine physician at Emory in Atlanta, GA. Prior to medicine, Dr Bowers played division 1 college baseball at Furman University and received a PhD in exercise physiology from Auburn University. He subsequently attended medical school at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine-Georgia Campus and completed a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation and a sports medicine fellowship at Emory. His current clinical and research interests include baseball medicine and throwing athletes, interventional ultrasound guided procedures, diagnostic ultrasound, and orthobiologics. Specifically, Dr Bowers is interested in neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome and peripheral nerve conditions in throwing athletes. Dr Bowers is the director of the Emory Baseball Medicine program and serves as a team physician for Georgia Tech Baseball, the Atlanta Braves, and the College Park SkyHawks.
Brennan Boettcher, DO
Physician. Assistant Professor
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
Dr. Boettcher is a board certified Physiatrist and Sports Medicine specialist at Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine in Rochester, MN. He is an Assistant Professor in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and the Program Director of the Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship. Dr. Boettcher’s clinical practice and research interests are sports ultrasound, procedural innovation, patient reported outcomes and orthobiologics.
Pedro Bernaldez, MD PhD
Medical Director
SportMe Medical Center Seville, Spain
David Harris, MD
Founder, Physician
CHARM Austin
Dr. David Harris is Board-Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) and Pain Medicine. He was among the first physicians in the 1990’s to combine the fields of Regenerative Medicine, Interventional Spine injections, and Comprehensive Pain Management into a unified practice within one clinic. He has performed more than 35,000 interventional spine procedures, and approximately 125,000 regenerative medicine injection procedures. Dr. Harris has taught interventional spine techniques and regenerative injection therapy to many physicians nationally and internationally, including physicians throughout North and South America, India, Europe and Asia. He has been invited to teach in many conferences in the United States, Peru and Argentina. He enjoys teaching both surgeons and non-surgeons about combining the best attributes of interventional spine injection techniques, regenerative injection therapy, musculoskeletal medicine, and the appropriate use of surgery when necessary. He has treated many college athletes and has treated numerous local and touring musicians. In his spare time, Dr. Harris enjoys spending time with his family, three sons, traveling and enjoying the outdoors. He plays guitar with friends in a local Austin band, Natural Causes, (see www.naturalcausesband.com). His wife, Michele Zink Harris, PT, is the Director of Physical Therapy services at CHARM.
Dr. Stanley Lam
Physician, President
The Hong Kong Institute Of Musculoskeletal Medicine in Kowloon , HK
King Hei Stanley Lam, MBBS (HK), FHKIMM, MScSEM, MScSMHS, PGDipMSM (Otago), RMSK, CIPS, FIPP, POCUS (MSK) Dr Lam is a musculoskeletal, sports and pain physician from Hong Kong. His research interests are msk ultrasound-guided hydrodissection/hydrorelease for treatment of nerve issues, dynamic diagnostic msk ultrasound scanning, ultrasound-guided spine Intervention, ultrasound guided regenerative medicine treatment for pain from sports injuries, degenerations and chronic neuropathic pain, ultrasound assisted intraosseous regenerative injection therapy and ultrasound-guided neural ablation and other aspects for management of chronic pain. Dr. Lam has delivered numerous international lectures and hands-on workshops in the following topics: “US-guided hydrodissection of nerves”; “Dynamic MSKUS Scanning of Joints and Nerves”; “US-Guided Spine Injection”; and “Regenerative injection therapy/ medicine for managing sports injury, musculoskeletal and chronic pain”. He has the following affiliations: • Clinical Associate Professor (Honorary) in Family Medicine in the Faculty of Medicine of The Chinese University of Hong Kong • Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor in Family Medicine in the University of Hong Kong. • President of the Hong Kong Institute of Musculoskeletal Medicine, • Consultant of the NYSORA and the author of the MSK US and RIT of Knee app. https://www.nysora.com/nysora-msk-app/ • Guest editor for the special collection “Regenerative Medicine for Musculoskeletal and Neuropathic pain” for an international peer review journal “Cell Transplantation” https://journals.sagepub.com/page/cll/collections/special-issues/regenerative-medicine-musculoskeletal-neuropathic-pain • Associate editor for the journal Asia Pacific Journal of Pain: https://www.ipress.tw/J0207?pWebID=759 • Founding President of the MSKUS Asia-Pacific. • Honorary Consultant of the Center for Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, Wan Fang Hospital, Taipei Medical University, Taiwan • Honorary Consultant of the Center for Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taiwan • Honorary International Consultant of the Taiwan Association of Prolotherapy and Regenerative Medicine • Teaching Faculty and Examiner of the World Institute of Pain • Teaching Faculty TOBI, 2014, 2016 and 2022 https://www.tobiconference.com • Teaching Faculty ISURA, 2019, 2021 and 2022. o https://diventos.eventkey.pt/geral/detalheeventos.aspx?cod=133&lingua=en-G
Dr. Alberto Schek
Chief Physician for Sports Medicine
Paracelsus-Klinik Bremen
Dr. med. Alberto Schek is a specialist in orthopedic surgery with a focus on sports medicine, regenerative medicine, and interventional musculoskeletal therapies. He serves as Chief Physician for Sports Medicine at the Paracelsus-Klinik Bremen, where he specializes in advanced regenerative treatments and ultrasound-guided interventional procedures for musculoskeletal injuries. After completing his medical studies at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf and his specialist training in orthopedics and trauma surgery, Dr. Schek developed a strong focus on the treatment of elite and professional athletes. His clinical work centers on minimally invasive and regenerative approaches to tendon, muscle, and joint injuries, with particular expertise in ultrasound-guided regenerative therapies aimed at accelerating recovery and optimizing return to sport. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Schek is actively involved in professional sports medicine. He is team physician of the Fischtown Pinguins in the German Ice-Hockey League and part of the medical team of the Germany women’s national basketball team. He has extensive experience in the medical care of elite athletes and high-performance sports environments. Dr. Schek is also internationally active as a lecturer and instructor in musculoskeletal ultrasound and interventional sports medicine. He regularly teaches physicians and sports medicine specialists in advanced ultrasound techniques and ultrasound-guided regenerative procedures, contributing to the education and training of clinicians in modern minimally invasive treatments of sports injuries.
John Santa Ana, DO
Physician
Michigan Center For Regenerative Medicine
Dr. John Santa Ana is a Board Certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician (PM&R). He completed his Undergraduate degree at Wayne State University, and his medical degree at The New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. He joined the US Army as an HPSP scholar and completed his residency training in PM&R at The Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC. He continued to serve as an Army physician as the Chief of PM&R at Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, WA providing Musculoskeletal Sports and Spine care to active duty service members and veterans. In 2011, he completed a deployment in Iraq in support of Operation New Dawn. At the end of his commitment in 2013, he was honorably discharged with a rank of Major. He completed his fellowship in interventional pain as he transitioned to civilian medicine. He believed in the potential of Orthobiologics, and started incorporating these treatments early in his career. He is a contributor in The Orthobiologic Institute (TOBI), The Interventional Orthiobiologic Foundation (IOF), and The American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians (ABIPP).
Dr. Karolynn Halpert
Chief Medical Officer
BioXCellerator
arolynn Halpert, MD, is a physician, healthcare executive, and translational medicine leader dedicated to advancing the responsible integration of regenerative medicine into clinical practice. She serves as Chief Medical Officer of BioXcellerator, BioXtech, and BioXscience, where she leads the clinical, scientific, and research strategy of a vertically integrated regenerative medicine ecosystem. Dr. Halpert’s work focuses on the clinical application of Wharton’s Jelly–derived mesenchymal stromal cells, extracellular vesicles, secretome-based therapies, and advanced biologic protocols for musculoskeletal, neurologic, autoimmune, inflammatory, and degenerative conditions. Her medical leadership bridges patient care, cellular therapy manufacturing, real-world evidence generation, clinical protocol design, and scientific education. Dr. Halpert has been actively involved in the development and analysis of real-world clinical evidence evaluating the use of allogeneic Wharton’s Jelly mesenchymal stromal cells in orthopedic and sports medicine conditions, including osteoarthritis, degenerative disc disease, shoulder injuries, tendinopathies, and overuse syndromes. In addition to her clinical and executive roles, Dr. Halpert is deeply committed to ethical medical education. She frequently speaks on the importance of scientific rigor, responsible patient communication, biologic quality, clinical transparency, and the need to distinguish serious regenerative medicine from unsupported or commercially exaggerated claims. Her mission is to help shape a future in which regenerative medicine is practiced with integrity, measurable outcomes, and respect for both science and the patient experience. Dr. Halpert holds a medical degree, a master’s degree in health administration, and postgraduate training in Emergency Medicine and Health Services Management. Her multidisciplinary background allows her to integrate clinical judgment, systems thinking, regulatory awareness, operational leadership, and translational research into the development of n
Lisa Fortier, DVM, PhD, DACVS
Editor-in-Chief, JAVMA & AJVR
Chief Publications Officer, AVMA
Lisa A. Fortier is the Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA) and The American Journal of Veterinary Research (AJVR) and Publications Division Director at the American Veterinary Medical association. She is also the James Law Professor of Surgery at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY. She received her DVM from Colorado State University and completed her PhD and surgical residency training at Cornell University. She is boarded with the American College of Veterinary Surgeons and practices equine orthopedic surgery at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York and at the Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists in Elmont, New York. Her laboratory has a particular interest in translational research including the prevention of post-traumatic osteoarthritis. In addition, Dr. Fortier’s research program investigates the clinical application of stem cells and biologics such as platelet rich plasma and bone marrow concentrate for cartilage repair and tendinosis. She has received the Jaques Lemans Award from the International Cartilage Repair Society, the New Investigator Research Award from the Orthopaedic Research Society, the Pfizer Research Award for Research Excellence from Cornell University, and the SUNY Chancellors Award for Scholarship and Creative Activities, the Kappa Delta Award, and the American Association of Veterinary Clinicians Faculty Achievement Award. Dr. Fortier has served as the Vice President of the International Veterinary Regenerative Medicine Society, and President of the International Cartilage Repair Society.
John Ferrell III, MD
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
ROSM
Dr. John L. Ferrell III is co-founder and managing partner of ROSM. He is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician with fellowship training in Sports Medicine and Musculoskeletal Sonography. He has served as a Team Physician for DC United and the DC Divas. Dr. Ferrell received his medical degree from The Pennsylvania State College of Medicine, and he did a General Surgery internship at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. He went on to spend four years in the Navy as a General Medical Officer taking care of sailors and their families. Afterward, he completed his Family Medicine training at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Ferrell then went on to complete his Sports Medicine Fellowship at Fairfax Family Practice. During his fellowship, Dr. Ferrell worked with the Washington Nationals’ and Redskins’ and served as a Team Physician for George Mason University while receiving intensive training in ultrasound diagnostics of musculoskeletal injuries and regenerative medicine injections. After years of training in martial arts, Dr. Ferrell knows first-hand what it is like to recover from an injury and can better empathize with his patients because of it. He believes in a holistic approach to the musculoskeletal system and that bodies need to be treated as one entity. Dr. Ferrell’s primary focus is on non-surgical management of orthopedic problems using regenerative medicine to include Microfragmented Adipose (MFAT) Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate (BMAC), Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), Prolotherapy, and Tenex. He has also been a speaker at conferences and trained Physicians Nationally and Internationally on Regenerative Medicine and ultrasound. He is involved in research on regenerative medicine and currently, he serves as Community Faculty for the University of Maryland, Capital Regional Health, Family Medicine Residency.
Dr. Ansar Mahmood
Consultant Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon Founder
KYZN Clinics & The Academy of Regenerative Medicine
Mr. Ansar Mahmood is a UK Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon with a specialist interest in regenerative and orthobiologic medicine. Alongside his NHS practice, he is Founder of KYZN Clinics and The Academy of Regenerative Medicine, where he is involved in clinician education, advanced biologic therapies, and the development of evidence-based regenerative treatment pathways. His work focuses on the integration of orthobiologics into musculoskeletal practice, including platelet-rich plasma, cell-based therapies, and emerging exosome applications. Mr. Mahmood regularly lectures internationally on innovation, governance, and the future direction of regenerative medicine within orthopaedics.
Jeremy Magalon, PharmD, PhD
Marseille University
Jeremy Magalon received his Pharm D from the Marseille University in 2013 after completing a residency in Medical Biology with a specialization in Cell Therapy. He holds a university degree in Regenerative Medicine and a Masters degree in Tissue, Cell and Gene biotherapies. During his residency, he principally works on autologous Platelet Rich Plasma therapy and his other medical interests are autologous Stromal Vascular Fraction, fat grafting and Cord Blood Banking. In 2014, he was hospital practitioner at Necker’s Hospital (Paris) in the Biotherapy Department where he has been involved in clinical trials using gene therapy to cure patients presenting severe hemoglobinopathy. He completed a PhD degree in 2018 entitled “Development of an advanced therapy medicinal product using stromal vascular fraction of autologous adipose tissue in systemic scleroderma : from biological characterization to identification of potential biomarkers of efficacy”. Since October 2017, he coordinates the activity of Platelets Rich Plasma injection of Marseille University Hospital where PRP is used in different medical fields. He is author of more than 45 papers and 2 book chapters in regenerative medicine, and has been speaker at more than 30 national and international congresses and courses.
Imran Siddiqui, MD
Director of Clinical Operations
Regenerative Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Dr. Imran James Siddiqui is a partner and acting director of clinical care at Regenerative Orthopedics and Sports Medicine which has clinics across the greater Washington DC region. Dr. Siddiqui is board certified in both physical medicine and rehabilitation and musculoskeletal ultrasound. He graduated cum laude with a medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia where he was inducted into the nationally recognized Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society. He went on to complete his residency at Harvard Medical School and Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital where was awarded resident teacher of the year. In addition to the Interventional Orthopedic Foundation, Dr. Siddiqui has served as an instructor in musculoskeletal ultrasound and orthobiologics for Harvard Medical School, the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute, and the Orthosound Educational Institute. Meanwhile, he has published various peer reviewed journal articles, book chapters and abstracts and serves as an article reviewer for multiple internationally recognized medical journals. While Dr. Siddiqui still focuses on medical research and education, his true passion is helping his patients get back to doing the activities they enjoy. He takes a patient-centered, holistic approach to healing with the objective of reducing pain, improving function, restoring health and preventing further injury. At home, Dr. Siddiqui enjoys spending time with his wife and six young children. He continues to stay active through high intensity training and enjoys playing basketball and golf.
Seth L. Sherman, MD
Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
Stanford University
Dr. Seth L. Sherman is a third-generation team physician and surgeon. He is board-certified and fellowship trained in Sports Medicine. Dr. Sherman is proud to serve as Orthopedic Surgeon for Stanford Cardinal Football and as the Sports Medicine fellowship director. Dr. Sherman specializes in arthroscopic and minimally invasive surgical interventions for the knee and shoulder. He has subspecialty and research interests in knee joint preservation/cartilage restoration and the patellofemoral joint. As a tertiary care provider, Dr. Sherman offers non-surgical and salvage surgical solutions for active patients with complex problems and in cases where other surgeries have failed. Dr. Sherman completed his residency training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City and was trained by the team physicians for the NY Giants, Mets, and Knicks. During his sports medicine fellowship in Chicago, he served as assistant team physician for the Chicago Bulls and White Sox. Prior to joining the team at Stanford University in July 2019, he served as team physician for the Mizzou Tigers in the NCAA SEC conference. Dr. Sherman is co-author on more than 100 peer reviewed articles/chapters and actively presents his research at national and international meetings. He is the former Chairman of the AAOS Sports Medicine/Arthroscopy committee and holds leadership positions in several other organizations (AOSSM, AANA, ISAKOS, ICRS). He is a member of the prestigious international ACL and Patellofemoral Study Groups, and the Herodicus Society. He enjoys spending time with wife Sylvia, daughter Evie, and son Hudson. He is an avid fresh and saltwater fly fisherman.
Peter Everts, PhD
Founder
Everts Scientific
Dr. Everts is an innovative researcher and clinical practitioner in the field of regenerative-orthobiological medicine applications. He has an extensive research background, and he is an experienced lecturer, as well as an educational program developer. He started his career in regenerative technologies in 1989 in the Netherlands. Created the first in-hospital autologous biological department to serve patients in cardiac, orthopedic, reconstructive surgical, and vascular-wound care procedures. He was awarded his PhD from the University of Utrecht in the Netherlands on the use of PRP in orthopedic surgical procedures. In 2011, he initiated the concept of advanced biological wound care combined with hyperbaric medicine, using platelet-rich plasma and mesenchymal stem cell therapies in patients with diverse chronic non-healing wounds. His focus is on building evidence-based programs to promote orthobiological therapy programs across educational, and global healthcare organizations to drive positive transformation of regenerative medicine concepts, cohesive clinical approaches, and enhance patient outcomes. In 2017 he moved to the USA. Dr. Everts is an internationally recognized educator, scientist, and contributor in many regenerative medicine applications, featuring blood-derived products. In 2015 he became Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine in London, UK. In 2023 he was appointed as First International Professor at the Frontiers Health Program of the Faculty of Medicine of the Max Planck University Center, in Indaiatuba, Sao Paulo, Brazil. In 2024 he was installed as Honorary and Adjunct Professor at the Greater Brisbane School of Medicine of The University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia. His Academic responsibilities include managing PhD students in Orthobiology Medicine, teaching of post graduate courses, and the management of clinical projects in interventional regenerative medicine therapies. He has published over 100 peer reviewed articles and book chapters. He is the Scientific Lead of the European Network Organization for Regenerative Medicine. Currently, he is acting Senior Director Medical Affairs for Bioventus,
Ryan Dregalla, PhD
Founder
Dregalla Medical Technologies
Dr. Dregalla holds a Ph.D. in Cell & Molecular Biology from Colorado State University, graduating in 2011. The graduate-level research was funded by NASA and focused on telomere and DNA-repair proteins with respect to DNA-repair and chromosomal stability following exposure to ionizing radiation. Following graduation, Dr. Dregalla assisted in the development of a functional research program to support a physician-owned autologous cell therapy clinic. Here, he found a passion for research in the field of orthobiologics and tissue-based therapies. Beginning in 2014, Dr. Dregalla has focused on the development of human-derived acellular tissue-products to address unmet needs in the realm of wound care. He aspires to eventually bring similar technologies to orthopedics where quality, scientifically justified tissue-based technologies are severely lacking. Since 2019, Dr. Dregalla has worked with start-up companies, established medical device companies and physicians alike, offering laboratory-based services for QA/QC, laboratory-based projects for peer-reviewed publications, intellectual property, and FDA filings.
Jason Dragoo, MD
Professor and Vice Chair of Academic Affairs, Department of Orthopedics
University of Colorado
University of Colorado
Jason L. Dragoo, MD, Professor and Vice Chair of Academic Affairs for the CU Department of Orthopaedics, is a pioneer in the field of Biologics and Regenerative Medicine, as well as minimally invasive Sports Medicine procedures. He is the Endowed Chair of Regenerative Medicine and has developed many procedures designed to augment the healing of a patient’s own body. He strongly favors the use of autologous procedures (the use of the patient’s own tissue or cells for the procedure) versus allograft procedures (using tissue and cells from another human). Dr. Dragoo believes that joint restoration techniques, which add tissue back to a damaged joint, should be used whenever possible (e.g., cartilage and meniscal transplantation), rather than procedures that are designed to take tissue away (meniscal resection). He approaches standard procedures such as ACL reconstruction, meniscal and tendon repair with a less-invasive approach than commonly performed. A significant number of Dr. Dragoo’s patients are elite athletes (professional, collegiate, or Olympic) but he welcomes athletic patients of all ages and treats them with the same philosophy and surgical or non-surgical techniques. Dr. Dragoo is the Head Team Physician for the Denver Nuggets. He is also a consultant physician for the US Ski Team and was previously the Head Team Physician for the Stanford Football Program for 13 years. Dr. Dragoo grew up in the Napa Valley and is an avid wine collector, outdoor enthusiast, youth football coach and a hot air balloon pilot.
Ariana DeMers, DO
Physician, Founder
Restore Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Dr. Ariana DeMers is a fellowship-trained orthopedic sports medicine surgeon and regenerative medicine expert dedicated to redefining how musculoskeletal and longevity care are delivered. As the founder of the Joint Vitality Institute at Restore Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, she has pioneered a patient-centered approach that blends orthobiologic precision, hormonal optimization, and lifestyle medicine to help patients stay active, age vibrantly, and avoid unnecessary surgery. Her mission extends beyond clinical excellence—she empowers physicians worldwide to build sustainable, ethical, cash-based practices through her educational platforms The Business of Orthobiologics (BOB), PRP Now, and the Orthobiologic Practice Launch System. Known for her clarity, innovation, and integrity, Dr. DeMers has trained thousands of clinicians in ultrasound-guided injection techniques, PRP dosing, and evidence-based orthobiologic protocols. She is a frequent national and international speaker, advisor to leading biologic and device companies. Through her integrated ecosystem of clinics, courses, and collaborations, Dr. DeMers is shaping the next era of regenerative orthopedics—one defined by scientific excellence, patient empowerment, and physician freedom.
Don Buford, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
Texas Orthobiologics
Don Buford, MD founded Texas Orthobiologics located in Dallas. He is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. For over 20 years he has been a sought-after lecturer nationally and internationally on orthopedic surgery and regenerative medicine. He is currently the President-Elect for the Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation (IOF) and was also the 2021 President of IOF. He is a selected IOF member who works with the Biologic Association. He is on the Board of Arthroscopy Association Of North America (AANA) for a 3-year term from 2023 to 2026. He has also served on the Membership and Education Committees of AANA. Dr. Buford attended Stanford University for the first 2 years of his college career. While at Stanford, he was a member of the baseball team and majored in Economics and Human Biology. He transferred to the University of Southern California (USC) where he also played baseball and studied economics and the pre-med curriculum. In 1988 he received the Woody Hayes NCAA Division I Academic All-American Award for being the single most outstanding NCAA Division I male student-athlete. After graduation from USC, he signed his first professional baseball contract with the Baltimore Orioles and also enrolled at UCLA Medical School. Dr. Buford played professional baseball as a second baseman and outfielder in the Baltimore Orioles professional organization for 4 years. Dr. Buford’s father, Don Sr., played for the Chicago White Sox (’63 -’68) and the Baltimore Orioles (’68-’72) and played in 3 World Series, winning in 1970 over the Cincinnati Reds. Don Sr. is in the Orioles Hall of Fame. Dr. Buford’s younger brother, Damon, had an 8-year major league career including 2 years as the starting center fielder for the Texas Rangers. After graduating from the UCLA School of Medicine, Dr. Buford completed a 5-year orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Texas, Southwestern in Dallas. Dr. Buford also completed a one-year sports medicine fellowship at the prestigious Southern California Orthopedic Institute (SCOI) in 1999 where he learned advanced arthroscopy techniques. Since 2008, Dr. Buford has trained clinicians on MSK ultrasound and orthobiologics as the Director of the MSK Ultrasound and Orthobiologics Course. The course is held twice a year in various locations. Dr. Buford and his course faculty have trained over 1600 clinicians.
Mary Ambach, MD
Founder & Medical Director
Bioevolve
Bioevolve
Dr. Mary A. Ambach holds double board certifications in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine, along with dual fellowship training in Orthopedic Sports & Spine and Orthobiologic & Regenerative Medicine. She is a Clinical Instructor and Voluntary Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr Ambach is the founder of Bioevolve, San Diego Orthobiologics and Sports Center, where she provides cutting-edge orthopedic regenerative treatments with 2 decades of clinical experience. Her work has been recognized with numerous honors, including the Los Angeles Orthopedic Honoree Award from the Arthritis Foundation, the Top Performer Award for Orthobiologics by DataBiologics, and the Lutz Excellence Award from the Orthobiologic Institute and the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians. A sought-after international lecturer and faculty member at regenerative and musculoskeletal conferences, she shares cutting-edge insights and mentors clinicians in advanced autologous cell therapies. Her contributions to medical journals, textbooks and research underscore her commitment to research and clinical excellence. She currently serves as President Elect for Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation (IOF)
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