(*=Founding Member)

*President - James C. Vailas, MD:
Dr. Vailas is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon with a strong interest in research. He has been the main catalyst in the creation of this Institute. After completing the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic's Sports Medicine Fellowship, he spent three years at George Washington University before returning to his hometown with a dream of fostering scientific development in his community. He is an alumnus of Dartmouth College and Dartmouth Medical School. He practices in Manchester with NH Orthopaedic Center.

*Vice President - Laura C. Decoster, ATC:
Ms. Decoster is a 1984 graduate of the University of New Hampshire who has worked closely with Dr. Vailas, and has been instrumental in the formation of the Institute. She works as NHMI's Executive Director and as Sports Medicine Coordinator for Apple Therapy Services. Ms. Decoster currently directs the Institute's daily operations and is responsible for the Institute's research program.

*Nicholas J. Vailas, MS:
Mr. Vailas holds a graduate degree in exercise physiology from Michigan University . He is the founder and CEO of Bedford Ambulatory Surgical Center, and he is CEO of Apple Therapy Services. His participation in the Institute is an example of his commitment to the advancement of the field of musculoskeletal medicine, and to the community. He is the founder of four physical therapy clinics and the Safe Sports Network, a service to provide sports medicine services to the community. 

*Steven W. Schubert:
Mr. Schubert is a 1973 graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst . He is currently is the Senior Vice President - Investments for Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in Manchester, NH . He formerly played in the National Football League with the New England Patriots and the Chicago Bears. He has made valuable contributions to the Manchester community with his work on numerous boards of directors and involvement with youth.

*Marjorie A. King, PhD, ATC, PT:
Dr. King's reputation as an excellent clinician and lecturer is known internationally and over the years she has been a very well-received speaker at NHMI's Annual Symposia. She is currently the Director of Graduate Studies in Athletic Training at Plymouth State University.

Gregory W. Soghikian, MD:
After completing undergraduate work at Harvard, Dr. Soghikian received his medical degree from Southwestern Medical School, University of Texas. He did his orthopedic residency at George Washington University, Sports Medicine Fellowship at the Tahoe Fracture Clinic and now practices in Manchester with NH Orthopaedic Center. 

Nicholas J. Lazos, Esq.:
Mr. Lazos received his J.D. Degree, cum laude, from Harvard University in 1978, and his A.B. degree summa cum laude, from Dartmouth College in 1974. He is a partner in the law firm of Stebbins, Lazos & Van Der Beken, and practices primarily in the areas of commercial law, bank lending, and real estate development. Mr. Lazos has been involved in many community-based organizations including the United Way , Chamber of Commerce, Latin American Center , St. George Greek Orthodox Church and various scholarship funds.

Henry A. Roy, CPA:
Mr. Roy is a 1960 graduate of the University of New Hampshire and attended the St. John's University MBA program. He has served on various boards including New Hampshire Delta Dental and as a member of the Hooksett Town Council. He has been in public accounting since 1965.

Carolann Altieri, PT II:
Ms. Altieri received her physical therapy degree from Russell Sage College in 1980. She is currently employed as Head Physical Therapist at Apple Therapy Services in Manchester, NH . She specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation, especially of the knee and shoulder. 

Mark Lemos, MD:
Dr. Lemos completed his undergraduate work at Williams College and his medical education at the University of Pennsylvania. He completed a sports medicine Fellowship at the Southern California Center for Sports Medicine. He currently practices orthopedic sports medicine at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington , MA .

Advisory Board

Scott Boden, MD, Emory University , Atlanta , GA.
Dr. Boden is Director of Spine Research and Clinic in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.

William W. Dexter, MD, Portland , ME.
Dr. Dexter is a family practice physician in Portland, ME. He also has a strong interest in primary care sports medicine.

Kevin Guskiewicz, PhD, ATC, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill.
Dr. Guskiewicz is the Director of Graduate Studies in Exercise & Sports Science, Director of the Sports Medicine Laboratory, and is an associate professor in this department as well as in the School of Medicine at UNC-Chapel Hill.

Shepard Hurwitz, MD, University of Virginia .
Dr. Hurwitz is a Foot and Ankle Orthopaedic Surgeon, and Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Virginia .

Mary Lloyd Ireland, MD, Lexington, KY.
Dr. Ireland is Team Orthopedic Consultant for Eastern Kentucky University and she has both directed and participated in medical supervision of many elite athletic events. Dr. Ireland is active in both clinical practice and research work in sports medicine at Kentucky Sports Medicine in Lexington .

David H. Perrin, PhD, ATC, University of North Carolina-Greensboro
Dr. Perrin is the Provost at the University of North Carolina-Greensboro. He is a past Editor in Chief of the Journal of Athletic Training.

Marilyn Pink, MS, PT, Westlake Village , CA.
Dr. Pink is the CEO of Health Care Research and Management in Westlake Village, CA .

Pamela J. Russell, PhD, Bridgewater State College, MA .
Dr. Russell is a Professor in the Department of Movement Arts, Health Promotion and Leisure Studies at Bridgewater State College.

Arthur C. Vailas, PhD, Idaho State University
Dr. Vailas is the President of Idaho State University.