THE OrthoPreneurs Symposium™ 2.0

Ryan Molli, DO

“THE Orthopedic Journey: Building the Plane While Flying It”
From concept to reality—what it takes to design, launch, and refine a completely new model of orthopedic care in real time.

Dr. Ryan Molli is an orthopedic surgeon and founder of Whole Health Orthopedic Institute, where he is redefining how joint replacement care is delivered. As the creator of THE Orthopedic Journey, he has built a comprehensive, patient-centered model that goes far beyond surgery—focusing on preparation, precision, recovery, and long-term wellness.

Matthew Ray Scott

"The Quiet Authority"
Why the loudest voice in the room is rarely the most trusted, and why surgeons don't need to become influencers to become indispensable.

Matthew Ray Scott is the founder and CEO of FEED, a nationally recognized cause marketing agency, and a leading voice behind the shift from Key Opinion Leader to Dominant Opinion Leader. With more than two decades in healthcare, he has guided over 160 surgeons across specialties in building reputations that match the precision of their craft. Drawing on his background in U.S. Army Psychological Operations, he helps physicians cut through the noise, lead with clarity, and scale their influence with intention.

Chris McClellan, DO

“OrthoRural GPS™"
Turning Geography into Strategy Through Guided Patient, Practice, and Protocol Success

Dr. Chris McClellan is an orthopedic surgeon, entrepreneur, and creator of the “Folding Time” philosophy—designing scalable systems that help surgeons work smarter, live better, and build sustainable private practices. As President of University Orthopedics Center and Medical Director/Partner of Advanced Center for Surgery, he has developed high-efficiency care models that deliver elite outcomes while redefining surgeon productivity and lifestyle. Through his OrthoGPS™ framework, he equips physicians with the tools to scale performance, profitability, and independence in modern orthopedics.

Jared Oakes

“Culture Isn’t a Perk. It’s the Engine.”
How intentional culture design drives performance, retention, and long-term organizational health.

Jared Oakes is a commercial real estate attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio, and a nationally recognized voice on organizational culture. He helps organizations build environments where people thrive and performance becomes sustainable.

Allison Parr-Plasha

“Success Without Fulfillment: The Inner Work No One Taught You”
Why high-performing professionals still feel off—and how to realign from the inside out

Allison Parr-Plasha is a certified life coach and leadership consultant who works with high-performing individuals to create alignment between their personal and professional lives, helping them build meaningful and sustainable success.

Ariana DeMers, DO

“Off the Treadmill: Designing an Orthopedic Career That Fits Your Life”
Breaking away from volume-driven medicine to build a regenerative, purpose-driven, and sustainable practice.

Dr. Ariana DeMers is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and fellowship-trained sports medicine specialist who focuses on minimally invasive procedures and regenerative medicine to help patients return to active lifestyles. She is the founder of Restore Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in California and is passionate about advancing patient-centered care and improving the healthcare system for both patients and physicians.

Blake Miller, DO

“From Trauma to Transformation”
Bridging surgery and functional medicine to move beyond treatment and into true healing.

Dr. Blake Miller is a fellowship-trained orthopedic trauma surgeon with additional certification in functional medicine, focused on delivering deeper, root-cause-driven care while building a more balanced and meaningful practice.

Mike Nathan

“You're Not a Surgeon. You're a Brand Bleeding Out.”
The 21st century biz med kit: Scalpel — Camera — Keyboard. Every hour you're not increasing attention or building your Digital Thought Leadership (DTL), the algorithm is writing your legacy without you. Love it or hate it, Attention = Money + Influence.

Mike Nathan is a serial entrepreneur and founder of Impero Ventures, where he champions the philosophy that ownership—not income—drives true wealth, autonomy, and long-term legacy. A former Navy search and rescue swimmer, he has built more than 18 companies, raised over $55 million, and led multiple successful exits while actively investing through two venture funds. Through his content, podcast, and platform, he teaches operators and Orthopreneurs how to think differently, build strategically, and own what they create.

Robert Kornfeld, DPM

"The Great Uncoupling"
Breaking up with payers to fall back in love with practice.

Dr. Robert Kornfeld is a pioneer in functional and regenerative medicine within podiatry, specializing in chronic foot and ankle pain, sports injuries, and complex musculoskeletal conditions. As the first podiatrist in the U.S. trained in both disciplines, he brings decades of experience integrating root-cause medicine with advanced regenerative therapies. He is the founder of The Institute for Functional Podiatric Medicine, where he educates physicians on a more comprehensive, systems-based approach to patient care.

Scott Sigman, MD

“The End of Pain as We Know It”
From opioids to innovation—how physicians are reclaiming pain management and redefining recovery without compromise.

Dr. Scott Sigman is a nationally recognized orthopedic sports medicine surgeon, entrepreneur, and a pioneer in opioid-sparing musculoskeletal care. As Chief Medical Officer of OrthoLazer, he has led the national expansion of non-invasive, laser-based treatment solutions—reshaping how acute and chronic pain are treated outside traditional pharmaceutical pathways. A thought leader at the intersection of surgery, technology, and business, he co-authored Physician Brand Rx and hosts The Smart Medicine Podcast and The Ortho Show, advancing innovation and physician leadership across the industry.

Robert Masson, MD

"Leaving the Track"
Building Something Bigger Than Yourself Without Losing Yourself

Dr. Robert Masson is an internationally recognized neurosurgeon and pioneer in minimally invasive spine surgery and sports spine medicine, known for advancing care for high-performance patients around the world. As founder of the Masson Spine Institute and CEO of eXeX, he is leading the development of AI-driven surgical intelligence—digitizing expertise and redefining how operating room teams perform. Blending elite surgical experience with an entrepreneurial vision, his work is shaping the future of spine care through innovation, precision, and technology.

Russell Bodner, MD

"Living Your Best Life"
No Regrets if You Never Look Back

Dr. Russell Bodner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with decades of experience specializing in hip and joint replacement, with a particular focus on spinopelvic biomechanics and advanced surgical planning. Through his clinical work, research, and international presentations, he has helped advance a more precise, function-driven approach to total hip arthroplasty—emphasizing individualized alignment, long-term stability, and improved patient outcomes.

Thomas Fleetwood

“Evolving to Win: Building High‑Performance Businesses That Last”
What it takes to keep growing, competing, and leading the way through constant change.

Thomas Fleetwood is the Chief Executive Officer of CrossLink Life Sciences, where he has transformed the company into the nation’s largest private orthopedic distributorship, and the founder of GlobalMed Logistix, a global leader in healthcare logistics. Drawing on three decades of leading high‑growth organizations, Fleetwood shares how disciplined performance, strategic disruption, and values‑based leadership create companies that don’t just win—but keep raising the bar.

Taif Mukhdomi, MD

“Pain management as a Strategy”
 A high-impact growth lever for orthopedic ASCs—with minimal upfront investment and significant upside

Dr. Taif Mukhdomi is an interventional pain physician and a founder of Pain Zero, a private practice that has become a cornerstone of pain care in Central Ohio in under five years. He has since expanded his reach nationally through contractual partnerships, delivering interventional services and operational implementation within established orthopedic practices

Charlie DeCook, MD

“Forcast: The End of Inefficient Infection Care in Arthroplasty”
 Breaking the Cycle: Designing a More Efficient, Outcome-Driven Model for Infection Care

Dr. Charles DeCook is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and entrepreneur specializing in hip and knee replacement, recognized for advancing high-efficiency, rapid-recovery joint replacement care. Having performed more than 10,000 total joint procedures, he has helped pioneer reproducible surgical systems that improve outcomes while optimizing operating room performance and patient experience. As a founder of Total Joint Specialists, he combines clinical excellence with innovation—designing scalable models that redefine efficiency, value, and delivery in modern orthopedic surgery.