Lahey Medical Center & Boston University

 

Dr. Baumfeld is a senior staff orthopedic surgeon at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center and an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Boston University Graduate School of Medicine. He specializes in sports medicine and shoulder and elbow surgery, with nearly 20 years of experience caring for high school athletes across Massachusetts. He is the First Vice President of the Eastern Orthopaedic Association, serves on the boards of the Eastern Orthopaedic and New England Orthopaedic Societies, and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Baumfeld is an active member of several national professional societies and a reviewer for leading orthopedic journals. Dr. Baumfeld completed his residency at the Mayo Clinic, a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Virginia, and earned his MD and MBA from Northwestern University. He lectures nationally and internationally on orthopedic and sports medicine topics.

 

 

 

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center & Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth

 

Dr. Katherine Mistretta is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee reconstruction at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. She completed her Joint Preservation, Resurfacing, and Replacement Fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis under Dr. Robert Barrack and her Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Mistretta is an active member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, New England Orthopaedic Society, and Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She serves as First Author and Co-Author on numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading journals including The American Journal of Sports Medicine, Arthroplasty Today, and Current Orthopaedic Practice. She regularly presents at regional and national meetings, with recent podium presentations at the New England Orthopaedic Society and New England Arthroplasty Conference. Dr. Mistretta is also actively involved in mentoring and teaching at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, serving as Faculty Advisor and Mentor for several student groups, and leading outreach initiatives such as the Perry Initiative for women pursuing orthopedic surgery. Her research interests include robotic-assisted arthroplasty, periprosthetic joint infection, and surgical techniques in complex primary and revision total joint replacement.

 

 

 

The University of Hawaii

 

Dr Swartz serves as the Gary O Galiher Endowed Professor and Director of the Hawai’i Concussion Awareness Management Program at The University of Hawaii. Dr. Swartz’s research focuses on the prevention and acute care of head and neck injuries in football. He has received grants from GOG Foundation, The NATA Foundation, NOCSAE, NFL Charities and was a winner of the NineSigma Head Health Challenge. He has published in journals such as The Journal of Athletic Training, American Journal of Emergency Medicine, New England Journal of Medicine, Spine, and The American Journal of Sports Medicine. He served on the NFL Head Neck and Spine Committee’s Subcommittee on Safety Equipment and Rules and as writing chair of two NATA Position Statements on the prevention and acute management of head and spine injuries in athletes. He has served on the Editorial Boards of the Journal of Athletic Training and the Athletic Training and Sports Health Care Journal. In 2011 he was honored with a Fellows designation in the National Athletic Trainers’ Association and in 2015 received the Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award, also from the NATA. He received his PhD in Applied Biomechanics at the University of Toledo.

 

 

University of Wisconsin

 

Dr. Molly Day is a sports medicine orthopaedic surgeon with UW Health and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She specializes in the treatment of athletic and sports-related injuries, with expertise in minimally invasive procedures such as arthroscopic knee, shoulder, and ACL reconstructive surgery. As a team physician for UW Badger Athletics, Dr. Day provides comprehensive care for athletes at all levels, with particular interest in adolescent, female, and masters athletes. Dr. Day is committed to a team-based approach, working closely with patients to manage injuries, optimize recovery, and help them achieve their personal and athletic goals. She also conducts research focused on joint injuries, surgical outcomes, and improving care for female athletes. Her work includes mentoring medical students and residents, as well as presenting at regional and national conferences on sports medicine and orthopaedic topics. Dr. Day emphasizes patient education, ensuring individuals fully understand their diagnosis, treatment options, and rehabilitation process. She collaborates with other healthcare providers, athletic trainers, and coaches to provide a holistic approach to athlete care. Outside of medicine, Dr. Day enjoys spending time with her family, painting, and pursuing outdoor activities such as hiking, hunting, and fishing.

 

 

Lahey Hospital and Medical Center

 

Dr. Jillian Kazley is an Orthopedic trauma surgeon at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. She specializes in the treatment of complex fractures, including pelvic and acetabular injuries, as well as fracture deformities, malunions, nonunions, infections (osteomyelitis), and soft tissue injuries. Her clinical interests also include osseointegration and the management of acute Orthopedic trauma. Dr. Kazley earned her medical degree from Albany Medical College, where she also completed her internship and residency in Orthopedic surgery. She went on to complete a fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma at Carolinas Medical Center, one of the nation’s leading trauma training programs. She has experience treating patients across the spectrum of trauma care, from high-energy injuries to complex fracture reconstructions. Dr. Kazley is committed to providing patient-centered care, emphasizing both functional recovery and long-term outcomes. She collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive management of complicated Orthopedic cases. Dr. Kazley is also actively involved in teaching and mentoring residents and medical students, sharing her expertise in trauma surgery and fracture management. Her work contributes to advancing best practices in Orthopedic trauma both within her hospital and in the broader Orthopedic community.

 

 

New Hampshire Orthopaedic Center

 

Dr. Daniel C. Wilson is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstruction and joint replacement. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of California, San Francisco – Fresno, one of California’s busiest Level I trauma centers, followed by a fellowship in Adult Reconstruction at Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard Medical School. Dr. Wilson’s expertise includes primary and complex revision hip and knee replacements, as well as computer-navigated and robotic-assisted joint surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. Before medicine, Dr. Wilson earned a degree in English from the University of California, Santa Barbara — a foundation that continues to inform his teaching-focused approach to patient care and medical education. He takes pride in guiding patients through the entire joint replacement process, from understanding the surgery to optimizing recovery. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Wilson is actively involved in mentoring residents and medical students, sharing his expertise in surgical techniques and patient-centered care. He is passionate about advancing outcomes in joint replacement through both research and innovative surgical approaches.

 

 

New Hampshire Orthopaedic Center

 

Dr. Wilkening is an adult and pediatric orthopedic spine specialist who performs cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine surgeries, focusing on both surgical and nonsurgical solutions for neck and back conditions. A former Navy pilot, he served 10 years in the U.S. Navy, including a deployment during Operation Iraqi Freedom on the USS George Washington and a tour as an advanced flight instructor. Driven by a desire to combine technical skill with interpersonal connection, he transitioned from aviation to medicine, earning his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati. He completed his orthopedic residency at Michigan State University, where he was named intern of the year, followed by a Spinal Reconstructive Surgery fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Wilkening enjoys the complexities of spine surgery, especially cases where early intervention may prevent the need for major surgery. His approach prioritizes patient well-being, focusing on finding the most effective path to improvement without always resorting to surgery. His research in spinal deformity, trauma, and oncology has been presented at international forums, including the Global Spine Congress in Singapore. Outside his practice, Dr. Wilkening is active in the U.S. Navy Reserve and enjoys spending time with his wife and four children.