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Kenneth Alleyne, MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in sports medicine at Eastern Orthopedics and Sports Medicine with offices in Bloomfield, South Windsor, and Tolland, Connecticut, and Midtown East, New York City.

Dr. Alleyne is a native of Hartford, Connecticut, and of Caribbean parentage (Barbados and Jamaica). He graduated from the Kingswood-Oxford School before attending Williams College, where he was a three-sport athlete and carried out his pre-medical studies. He subsequently enrolled in the Wake Forest University School of Medicine, where he was involved as president of the Student National Medical Association, founded the Winston Salem Mentor Network, and carried out primary research. 

During his time in medical school, he accepted a research fellowship at Harvard/MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology, where he worked to advance novel research in bone healing under the leadership of Dr. Cato Laurencin. He subsequently completed orthopedic surgical training at Howard University Hospital and a fellowship in Knee and Shoulder Surgery and Sports Medicine at Yale University, where he was an associate team physician for the school's football team and local high school athletics. 

Dr. Alleyne enjoys working with school-age children to active seniors and currently serves as a sports medicine consultant to many local athletes and teams. He has also served as venue physician for the US Open Tennis Tournament. Dr. Alleyne believes that healthy and active lifestyles are the key to successful living. He “partners” with his patients to help them achieve their goals of improved function and return to activity, whether it be walking around the grocery store or international athletic competition. 

When injuries do occur, Dr. Alleyne offers innovative treatments like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections and stem cell therapy to help heal his patients and get them back to their regular activities. Orthopedics and regenerative medicine are his passions. 

Committed to the betterment of his community Dr. Alleyne has served on the board of Community Health Services, the Governor’s Commission on Health Equity, and currently is vice chairman of the board of Connecticut Health Foundation. He is a member of the board of the University of Connecticut Health Center and founder of SATO, Student Achievement Through Opportunity, which seeks to address the “opportunity gap” for Hartford students through targeted grants and services. Dr. Alleyne is also a member of the Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation and serves as a clinical associate professor of Orthopedics at the University of Connecticut and an attending physician at many hospitals in Connecticut and New York City. 

He is married to Shaun Biggers, MD, an obstetrician/gynecologist with whom he shares the joy of their two children. He is an avid jazz enthusiast, cyclist, skier, and the number one fan of his children’s sports and performances.

Kenneth Alleyne, MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in sports medicine at Eastern Orthopedics and Sports Medicine with offices in Bloomfield, South Windsor, and Tolland, Connecticut, and Midtown East, New York City.

Dr. Alleyne is a native of Hartford, Connecticut, and of Caribbean parentage (Barbados and Jamaica). He graduated from the Kingswood-Oxford School before attending Williams College, where he was a three-sport athlete and carried out his pre-medical studies. He subsequently enrolled in the Wake Forest University School of Medicine, where he was involved as president of the Student National Medical Association, founded the Winston Salem Mentor Network, and carried out primary research. 

During his time in medical school, he accepted a research fellowship at Harvard/MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology, where he worked to advance novel research in bone healing under the leadership of Dr. Cato Laurencin. He subsequently completed orthopedic surgical training at Howard University Hospital and a fellowship in Knee and Shoulder Surgery and Sports Medicine at Yale University, where he was an associate team physician for the school's football team and local high school athletics. 

Dr. Alleyne enjoys working with school-age children to active seniors and currently serves as a sports medicine consultant to many local athletes and teams. He has also served as venue physician for the US Open Tennis Tournament. Dr. Alleyne believes that healthy and active lifestyles are the key to successful living. He “partners” with his patients to help them achieve their goals of improved function and return to activity, whether it be walking around the grocery store or international athletic competition. 

When injuries do occur, Dr. Alleyne offers innovative treatments like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections and stem cell therapy to help heal his patients and get them back to their regular activities. Orthopedics and regenerative medicine are his passions. 

Committed to the betterment of his community Dr. Alleyne has served on the board of Community Health Services, the Governor’s Commission on Health Equity, and currently is vice chairman of the board of Connecticut Health Foundation. He is a member of the board of the University of Connecticut Health Center and founder of SATO, Student Achievement Through Opportunity, which seeks to address the “opportunity gap” for Hartford students through targeted grants and services. Dr. Alleyne is also a member of the Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation and serves as a clinical associate professor of Orthopedics at the University of Connecticut and an attending physician at many hospitals in Connecticut and New York City. 

He is married to Shaun Biggers, MD, an obstetrician/gynecologist with whom he shares the joy of their two children. He is an avid jazz enthusiast, cyclist, skier, and the number one fan of his children’s sports and performances.

Eduardo Gonzalez-Hernandez, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon serving patients at his practice, Eduardo Gonzalez-Hernandez, MD PLLC, in Miami, Florida.

An expert in the field of upper extremity surgery, Dr. Gonzalez-Hernandez has been providing world-class care for complex and difficult to manage injuries and the wide array of chronic conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome. 

His kindness and approachability are matched by his knowledge of the leading, surgical, and nonsurgical treatment options for patients. He received his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in Texas. He was awarded membership into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Thereafter, he completed an orthopaedic residency program at Case Western Reserve University and participated in multiple orthopaedic and hand surgery fellowships in the United States and around the world. He performed additional training at the Cleveland Clinic.

He completed several fellowships, including the Müller Foundation Fellowship and an Association for Osteosynthesis/Association for the Study of Internal Fixation (AO/ASIF) in Bern, Switzerland; a hand surgery fellowship in Madrid and Barcelona, Spain; a reconstructive microsurgical fellowship in Taipei, Taiwan; the Cleveland Combined Hand Surgery Fellowship, and the Allen Memorial Orthopaedic Research Fellowship at Case Western Reserve University.

Dr. Gonzalez-Hernandez has presided over numerous organizations and societies and is an active member of the American Association for Hand Surgery. He has participated, chaired, and organized several instructional courses both in the United States and abroad and frequently hosts students and physicians to help further upper extremity academia. He currently leads numerous instructional courses throughout the year and around the world on the identification of complex fractures and the surgical interventions necessary.

Meena Shatby, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician at The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre in The Woodlands, Texas. Dr. Shatby has extensive training in sports medicine and trauma. He’s fellowship-trained in managing lower extremities with a focus on knee, ankle, foot, and other sports injuries. 

Dr. Shatby attended Clear Lake High School in Houston, Texas. He graduated at the top of his class summa cum laude with undergraduate degrees in electrical and biomedical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin and earned a place as an engineering scholar.

After nurturing a passion for medicine, Dr. Shatby earned his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. There, he received multiple awards, including Outstanding Student in Orthopedic Surgery and Outstanding Academic Achievement. Dr. Shatby completed an internship and residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, where he developed an interest in trauma, sports medicine, and reconstructive orthopedics. 

His interest in ambulation pathology and gait led him to a prestigious fellowship in foot and ankle. It encompassed sports and knee disorders at Union Memorial Hospital and Johns Hopkins Bayview in Baltimore, Maryland. After completing this training, Dr. Shatby returned to The Woodlands to practice his passion – orthopedic surgery.

Dr. Shatby served as vice chairman of the Medical Board of Managers at Memorial Hermann Hospital in The Woodlands and the Orthopedic Surgery and Peer Review Committee. He was a member of the Medical Board of Managers at Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Woodlands Parkway and the Medical Executive Committee. He’s on the medical staff at St. Luke’s Community Medical Center of The Woodlands.

He uses advanced, innovative methods of nonoperative and conservative treatment. If surgical management is necessary, he offers proven, minimally invasive procedures. 

Dr. Shatby understands that education and early prevention are key components of effective healing. He has received multiple awards, including Patient’s Choice Award, Compassionate Doctor Award, and Texas Favorite Physician.

In addition to offering compassionate, quality care, Dr. Shatby provides second opinions regarding other physician recommendations. 

Dr. Shatby has authored and co-authored numerous book chapters and articles, emphasizing clinical studies and evidence-based medicine. He’s a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the Texas Medical Association, American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS), and Montgomery County Medical Society. 

Dr. Shatby is excited to welcome patients to The Woodlands Sports Medicine Centre and looks forward to caring for them.

Riane Teagarden, DPM, is a passionate foot and ankle surgeon based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She provides comprehensive podiatry care at Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists.  

Dr. Teagarden has always been interested in science. Growing up in the Denver area, you could find her explaining food chains with dioramas of lynx and making play-dough models of hearts. When her younger sister was born with significant medical needs, she started helping out her nurses at home. You could see that passion shift towards medicine. 

When she was in second grade, she brought in a baby doll and demonstrated tube feeding and placement of a g-tube to her class. She saw how medical care helped change her sister’s life by improving her independence and relieving her of pain. She was inspired to provide that same care for others.

Dr. Teagarden attended the University of Northern Colorado and graduated summa cum laude. At the time, she was shadowing many different providers from all specialties and working in an immunology research lab when she discovered podiatry - almost by accident. She, like many, got an ingrown toenail. Afterward, she started shadowing the podiatrists that helped her out in Greeley. Almost instantly, she fell in love with the hands-on approach they had to offer to improve the lives of their patients.

Dr. Teagarden moved to Iowa to attend Des Moines University of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. Following that, she began her residency at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Albuquerque and completed her residency at Kaiser Northern California in Sacramento. 

Since then, Dr. Teagarden has developed a love of sports medicine, trauma, limb salvage, and wound care. She has experience with the full scope of foot and ankle intervention. She has a tremendous passion for medicine and demonstrates it for her patients by providing the utmost care. She is excited to return to the Southwest and serve the community of Santa Fe.

In her time away from work, Dr. Teagarden enjoys outdoor activities with her dogs and her partner. You can find them hiking, camping, skiing and adventuring. They are looking forward to enjoying the natural beauty of Northern New Mexico.

Dr. Jonathan Shults offers expert orthopedic and sports medicine care at Coastal Empire Orthopedics, located in Savannah, Georgia. A graduate of the University of Florida in Gainsville, he went on to earn his medical degree at the University of Miami School of Medicine. He completed his residency at the renowned Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans before entering private practice.

A competitive cyclist and runner, Dr. Shults understands athletes’ passion and dedication. He knows athletes want to get back in the game so they can perform at their best, pain-free. Dr. Shults works with young athletes, as well as weekend warriors who still play as if they were kids and older adults who want to remain active in their golden years.

Prior to joining the practice at Coastal Empire Orthopedics, Dr. Shults worked in South Carolina at the South Carolina Orthopedic Institute in Orangeburg and with the South Louisiana Medical Associates at the Bayou Orthopedic Center in Houma, Louisiana.

Dr. Shults lives in Savannah with his wife and their three children.

Ryann Putman, NP, is a respected board-certified orthopedic specialist nurse practitioner serving patients at the renowned Spine and Orthopedic Center of New Mexico, conveniently located in Roswell. With a passion for delivering top-tier healthcare, Ryann earned her master's degree in nursing in 2008 from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock. 

Ryann is proudly certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, showcasing her commitment to excellence in patient care.
Initially launching her career in a rural Houston community, Ryann eventually returned to her New Mexico roots, where she's dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized healthcare services to her community. Her patients appreciate her deep expertise and warm bedside manner.

Joining the Spine and Orthopedic Center of New Mexico team in 2014, Ryann has been a valued asset, consistently delivering exceptional care to patients seeking orthopedic solutions. With her wealth of experience and dedication to patient well-being, Ryann continues to make a positive impact in the field of orthopedic nursing in New Mexico.

Nicholas Szwaba, DPM, provides wound care and foot surgery to patients at Richmond Podiatry Associates in the Eltingville neighborhood of Staten Island, New York. 

Dr. Szwaba is a Staten Island local who now is serving the Staten Island community as a physician. He attended New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his residency at Northwell Staten Island University Hospital undergoing extensive training in forefoot, rearfoot, ankle reconstructive surgery, and limb salvage procedures. During his final year of residency, he served as chief resident. 

Dr. Szwaba continued his education and training by completing an additional yearlong fellowship following his residency due to his interest in wound care. He completed his wound care fellowship at NYC HHC Coney Island Hospital. During his time at NYC HHC Coney Island, he obtained advanced training in wound care techniques and limb salvage procedures.

Dr. Szwaba is board-certified through the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. In addition, he has attending privileges at both Northwell Staten Island University Hospital and Richmond University Medical Center. Dr. Nicholas Szwaba is able to provide house calls and emergency consultations. 

Jose Antonio Hernandez Lingao, DPM, is a podiatric specialist at Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Lingao treats all lower extremity pathology, with a special interest in diabetic limb salvage.
Dr. Lingao attended the University of California, Los Angeles where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. His career took him to the San Francisco Bay Area where he recieved his doctoral degree from the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University. He was recognized by his peers with the Pierce B Nelson award for exemplifying honesty and dedication to podiatric medicine. Dr. Lingao completed his training with an extensive podiatric surgical residency at the Department of Veteran Affairs Palo Alto and Stanford University. He received advanced training in forefoot and rearfoot pathology and developed a passion for treating lower extremity wounds and limb preservation, particularly for patients with diabetes and peripheral vascular disease.

David Ball, DPM, is a highly skilled foot and ankle surgeon at Spine and Orthopedic Center of New Mexico, PC in Roswell, New Mexico. He specializes in complex lower extremity disorders and possesses expertise in conservative and surgical approaches, ensuring exceptional care tailored to individual needs.

Dr. Ball earned his bachelor's degree in public health from Brigham Young University In Provo, Utah, before pursuing his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. After earning his medical degree, he further honed his skills in his surgical residency at University Hospitals and Cleveland Clinic in Ohio.

He elevated his expertise through a fellowship in advanced foot and ankle surgery at University Hospitals and Precision Orthopaedic Specialties in Chardin, Ohio, focusing on sports medicine, joint replacement, and complex limb salvage. This unique training allowed him to collaborate with athletes at various levels, from high school competitors to Olympians.

Dr. Ball’s extensive proficiency covers a diverse range of foot and ankle conditions, including bunions, plantar fasciitis, sports injuries, arthroscopic surgery, stem cell therapy, cartilage repair, ligament and tendon repair, minimally invasive techniques, total ankle replacements, and more.

His dedication extends beyond clinical practice, contributing to several manuscripts, posters, and peer-reviewed journal articles on various foot and ankle conditions. Dr. Ball has also shared his expertise at multiple lower extremity conferences. 

He is an Associate of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and holds qualifications from the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.

Outside of the office, Dr. Ball prioritizes quality time with his wife and three children. He enjoys playing sports, coaching, outdoor activities, restoring his VW Beetle, and playing the guitar.

Dr. Ball provides comprehensive care to pediatric and adult patients and is fluent in Spanish. He looks forward to creating positive relationships with new and current patients at the Spine and Orthopedic Center of New Mexico, PC.

Dr. Samir Sharma is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician. He currently practices at South Bay Orthopedic and Sports Medicine with his wife, Dr. Kavita Sharma, and a talented team of medical professionals in Campbell, California.

After being raised in Michigan, Dr. Sharma moved to Miami where he was accepted to the honors accelerated medical program at the University of Miami, Florida. He moved back to Michigan to attend the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, where he graduated with a top of the class distinction. During his orthopedic surgery residency there, he worked under Dr. Robert Teitge, a team physician for the Detroit Pistons.

Dr. Sharma completed a sports medicine externship at the University of Pittsburgh under Christopher Harner and Freddie Fu, before finishing his residency at the Detroit Medical Center. He concluded a fellowship at Tahoe Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Carson City, Nevada, working alongside team physicians for the US Ski and Snowboarding team.

Active in his field, Dr. Sharma is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, the California Orthopedic Association, the California Medical Association, and the Santa Clara County Medical Association.  

In 2014 and 2015, Dr. Sharma was also the head team physician for the San Jose Sabercats — several of the skilled players he operated on led the team to the 2015 Arena Bowl Championship. Dr. Sharma has also been affiliated with Valley Christian High School in San Jose, California, since 2009.

Dr. Sharma is the proud father of two and enjoys spending time with his family when he isn’t assisting patients. He encourages and supports patients in pursuing good health, healing, and recovery through maintaining an active, healthy lifestyle in all phases of their lives.

Venus Murati is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a background in neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, and primary care who now specializes in both aesthetic medicine and primary care. A New Jersey native, Venus began her nursing career in 2014 and has spent over a decade working in private practice settings specializing in Orthopedics, Spine, Sports Medicine, Pain Management, and Primary Care.

Venus earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Regis College in 2020 and is board certified by the ANCC. She is also a fluent Spanish speaker, allowing her to connect with a diverse range of patients and provide compassionate, high-quality care.

With a lifelong passion for skincare that began in her teenage years, Venus now brings her expertise to both aesthetic medicine and primary care. She believes in treating each patient as a whole, focusing on overall health, wellness, and confidence. In primary care, Venus emphasizes a personalized approach—taking the time to understand each patient’s individual needs and developing tailored treatment plans that support long-term health and well-being. In aesthetic medicine, she combines clinical precision with a natural, artistic approach to enhance each patient’s unique features. She offers expert, non-surgical treatments—including neuromodulators, dermal fillers, and IV infusions—focused on subtle, balanced results. Known for her gentle touch and honest, personalized care, Venus helps patients look refreshed, feel confident, and remain authentically themselves.

Outside of her professional life, Venus enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, as well as traveling, reading, and exploring new culinary experiences.

Dr. Roman Sibel, MD is an orthopedic surgeon practicing at Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Institute in Henderson, Nevada. Dr. Sibel specializes in a variety of cutting-edge foot and ankle treatments, including reconstructive surgery, sports medicine, trauma surgery, diabetic care, and laser treatments for removing nail fungus.

Dr. Sibel retains active affiliations with numerous Las Vegas hospitals, including Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center, and St. Rose Dominican Hospital’s multiple campuses throughout Nevada. He also works with several local surgical centers, such as Parkway Surgery Center, Sunset Ridge Surgery Center, and Coronado Surgery Center.

Graduating from Pennsylvania State University in University Park, Pennsylvania, Dr. Sibel went on to earn his medical degree from MCP-Hahnemann School of Medicine in Philadelphia. He completed both his internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, and finished his foot and ankle fellowship training at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City.

Besides his clinical work, Dr. Sibel is a published author. His research in orthopedic surgery techniques, like impingement syndrome of the foot and ankle, has been published in several medical journals.