Dr. Miquel Dalmau-Pastor is a Spanish anatomist working as Associate Professor at the University of Barcelona, Spain. His dissection techniques and high-quality images are well-known and can be seen in any of its more than 50 PubMed indexed publications. Its educational background includes the degrees of Physiotherapy and Podiatry and a Master Degree in Foot Surgery, before specializing in Anatomy and completing his PhD Thesis entitled Clinical and Surgical Anatomy of the Foot and Ankle. Dr. Dalmau’s main interest resides in musculoskeletal anatomy, specifically in the lower limb and foot and ankle, where he has made important contributions related to the arthroscopic anatomy of the ankle joint, to the general anatomy of the lateral ankle ligaments, and a number of studies related to the safety of arthroscopic and minimally invasive procedures. Besides its work at the University of Barcelona, he maintains collaborations with MIFAS by GRECMIP (Minimally Invasive Foot and Ankle Society - Groupe de Recherche et d’Etude en Chirurgie Mini-Invasive du Pied).

Amiethab Aiyer, M.D., is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in treating patients with foot and ankle conditions, such as fractures, deformities, and ligament and tendon tears. He is skilled in minimally invasive bunion correction, Achilles tendon rupture repair, as well as ankle reconstruction and replacement.
Dr. Aiyer is the division chief of foot and ankle surgery in the Johns Hopkins Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.
He completed his medical training at Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. During his fourth year of medical school, Dr. Aiyer completed a research fellowship at the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, also in Philadelphia. He then completed an orthopaedic surgery residency at the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
During the residency, Dr. Aiyer received multiple awards, including the Alan Levine Orthopaedic Graduate Medical Education Scholarship from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). He has also been selected to present at the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation Resident Research Symposium and as an American Orthopaedic Association (AOA) Emerging Leader. In his final year of residency, he received the Gold Humanism Resident Teacher Award.
Dr. Aiyer went on to complete a research and clinical fellowship at the Institute for Foot and Ankle Reconstruction at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore. As a researcher, he is currently investigating diagnosis, surgical treatments and patient outcomes for bunions, Achilles tendon ruptures, ankle arthritis, ankle trauma and other conditions affecting the foot and ankle. His research encompasses clinical, basic science and biomechanical studies. He has presented his research at numerous conferences held by the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society, AAOS and other professional organizations of which he is a member. He is a fellow of the AAOS and AOA, and a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
Along with special interests in clinical practice and multiple facets of orthopaedic foot and ankle research, he is passionate about teaching residents and medical students; he has been mentoring medical students for several years. Dr. Aiyer has been recognized for his commitment to education with multiple teaching and faculty educator awards, and he is working with other orthopaedic surgeons to develop a nationwide push for medical student mentorship. Using social media platforms, he co-founded the @orthomentor Instagram account to provide students with easy access to mentorship and advising.

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Specialising in foot and ankle conditions, Gold Medal Award Winner Mr David Gordon is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, specialising in the treatment of foot and ankle conditions, with a particular interest in minimally invasive bunion surgery. His practice is based in London and Hertfordshire, England and has been practising orthopaedics since 1998. He strives for surgical excellence and believes in involving his patients in decision making throughout their treatment. Fundamental to this is excellent communication. He bases his management of orthopaedic conditions on the best scientific evidence available, together with state of the art equipment and techniques. Together with a dedicated team of sports physicians, musculoskeletal radiologists, physiotherapists, osteopaths, and podiatrists, Mr Gordon offers a comprehensive approach to the care of foot and ankle conditions. He sees over 900 new patients annually and performs over 400 procedures per year.

Alireza Khosroabadi, DPM
Fellowship-trained foot & ankle specialist and founder of Foot & Ankle Alliance in Los Angeles, Dr. Khosroabadi is renowned for his expertise in minimally invasive techniques.

• Graduated from New York College of Podiatric Medicine, completed a surgical residency in New York, and a prestigious fellowship at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics/International Center for Limb Lengthening under Drs. Dror Paley and John Herzenberg
• Creator of trademarked AMI-BUNION®, AMI-HAMMERTOE®, AMI-BUNIONETTE®, GENIUS® metatarsal lengthening procedures—specializing in fast recovery, minimal scarring, and live outpatient outcomes
• A sought-after lecturer and TV expert, featured on The Doctors and KCAL 9, with numerous presentations at national conferences including AOFAS and the Baltimore Limb Deformity Course
• Active in global outreach through Healing the Children missions—brings advanced foot and ankle surgery to underserved regions annually

Dr. Khosroabadi leads with a patient-first approach, blending innovation in foot surgery with compassionate and comprehensive care.

I am a Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon specialising in Foot and Ankle Surgery. I completed my training in South East London and currently on an international specialist minimally invasive surgery and arthroscopy educational fellowship in Sydney. I have a strong research background with over 80 publications and 100 international and national presentations spanning research projects in trauma & orthopaedic surgery, anatomy, medical education and mobile health. Over the course of my career, I have secured grant awards of over £50,000 demonstrating my ability to secure funding for research projects. I am actively engaged in surgical education, regularly teaching and mentoring junior colleagues for which I was recognised by being awarded the Silver Suture National Trainee Trainer of the Year in 2021.

Dr. Miquel Dalmau-Pastor is a Spanish anatomist working as Associate Professor at the University of Barcelona, Spain. His dissection techniques and high-quality images are well-known and can be seen in any of its more than 50 PubMed indexed publications. Its educational background includes the degrees of Physiotherapy and Podiatry and a Master Degree in Foot Surgery, before specializing in Anatomy and completing his PhD Thesis entitled Clinical and Surgical Anatomy of the Foot and Ankle. Dr. Dalmau’s main interest resides in musculoskeletal anatomy, specifically in the lower limb and foot and ankle, where he has made important contributions related to the arthroscopic anatomy of the ankle joint, to the general anatomy of the lateral ankle ligaments, and a number of studies related to the safety of arthroscopic and minimally invasive procedures. Besides its work at the University of Barcelona, he maintains collaborations with MIFAS by GRECMIP (Minimally Invasive Foot and Ankle Society - Groupe de Recherche et d’Etude en Chirurgie Mini-Invasive du Pied).

Dr. Sugino is a fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon specializing in comprehensive reconstruction of the foot and ankle. She is board certified in foot and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS).
Dr. Sugino advanced her surgical and clinical training by completing an additional year of fellowship at the Newport Advanced Foot & Ankle Fellowship in Newport Beach, CA. Her training focused on reconstructive forefoot, hindfoot and ankle surgery, including complex Charcot reconstructions utilizing Ilizarov external fixators, limb deformity correction, lower extremity trauma, sports medicine, total ankle replacement, and plastics procedures including advanced muscle, adipofascial and skin flaps for limb salvage.
Prior to fellowship, Dr. Sugino completed a three-year podiatric surgical residency at Swedish Covenant Hospital in Chicago, IL where she trained at the prestigious Weil Foot & Ankle Institute. Simultaneously, she completed a Dermatopathology Fellowship that specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous skin and soft tissue disorders including skin cancer with Bako Pathology in Alpharetta, GA. She received her medical education from Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Sugino grew up in Wailuku, HI and received her B.S. in Biology, Minor in Music, and M.S. in Molecular Biology Infectious Disease from University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA.
Dr. Sugino has been very active in research throughout her training, and she has multiple awards for her work. She is a speaker at many conferences around the country, and she is an active member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) and the American Microsurgical Orthoplastic Society (AMOS).
Dr. Sugino is recognized as a devoted patient advocate who focuses on advancing patient care through research, education, and treating patients like family. She incorporates evidence-based medicine and the most advanced treatments and technologies specific to each patient. Her passion in research and remaining current on the latest studies has a large influence on how she guides individualized patient care.
Dr. Sugino enjoys training for marathons, soccer, hiking, camping, surfing, rock climbing, traveling, and spending time with her husband, Jason, and their rescue dog, Foxy.

Dr. Sugino is a fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon specializing in comprehensive reconstruction of the foot and ankle. She is board certified in foot and reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS).
Dr. Sugino advanced her surgical and clinical training by completing an additional year of fellowship at the Newport Advanced Foot & Ankle Fellowship in Newport Beach, CA. Her training focused on reconstructive forefoot, hindfoot and ankle surgery, including complex Charcot reconstructions utilizing Ilizarov external fixators, limb deformity correction, lower extremity trauma, sports medicine, total ankle replacement, and plastics procedures including advanced muscle, adipofascial and skin flaps for limb salvage.
Prior to fellowship, Dr. Sugino completed a three-year podiatric surgical residency at Swedish Covenant Hospital in Chicago, IL where she trained at the prestigious Weil Foot & Ankle Institute. Simultaneously, she completed a Dermatopathology Fellowship that specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous skin and soft tissue disorders including skin cancer with Bako Pathology in Alpharetta, GA. She received her medical education from Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Sugino grew up in Wailuku, HI and received her B.S. in Biology, Minor in Music, and M.S. in Molecular Biology Infectious Disease from University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA.
Dr. Sugino has been very active in research throughout her training, and she has multiple awards for her work. She is a speaker at many conferences around the country, and she is an active member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) and the American Microsurgical Orthoplastic Society (AMOS).
Dr. Sugino is recognized as a devoted patient advocate who focuses on advancing patient care through research, education, and treating patients like family. She incorporates evidence-based medicine and the most advanced treatments and technologies specific to each patient. Her passion in research and remaining current on the latest studies has a large influence on how she guides individualized patient care.
Dr. Sugino enjoys training for marathons, soccer, hiking, camping, surfing, rock climbing, traveling, and spending time with her husband, Jason, and their rescue dog, Foxy.

Dr. Cary Chapman is a board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon who holds a subspecialty certification in Orthopedic Sports Medicine and is fellowship trained in Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and maintains an active membership in the American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society. He specializes in minimally invasive surgical treatments for sports injuries of the foot and ankle, arthritic conditions, bunion and flatfoot deformities and total ankle replacements. His approach to patient care is to treat each patient as an individual while developing a treatment plan that takes into consideration the importance of factors such as lifestyle, occupation and expectations and whenever possible, utilizes nonoperative treatment options before recommending surgical intervention. After earning his undergraduate degree from The Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, Dr. Chapman went on to finish his medical degree at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons in New York City. He completed his Orthopedic residency at the New York-Presbyterian Medical Center in New York City and a Foot & Ankle Fellowship with Roger Mann, MD, in Oakland, California.

Dr. David Sipala, MD is a Podiatric Surgery Specialist in Reading, MA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Good Samaritan Medical Center and MelroseWakefield Hospital. His special interests include lower extremity wound care, foot & ankle, and foot & ankle surgery

I was born and raised on a dairy farm in Wisconsin and did my medical school training at Loma Linda University. Orthopedic Surgery residency in Seattle, Washington ant UW/ Harborvirw and then fellowship with Anderson and Bohay in Grand Rapids Michigan in Foot Ankle. I’ve been private practice at Arrowhead Orthopedics in Southern California for the last eight years and doing MIS since I started practice.

Dr. Miquel Dalmau-Pastor is a Spanish anatomist working as Associate Professor at the University of Barcelona, Spain. His dissection techniques and high-quality images are well-known and can be seen in any of its more than 50 PubMed indexed publications. Its educational background includes the degrees of Physiotherapy and Podiatry and a Master Degree in Foot Surgery, before specializing in Anatomy and completing his PhD Thesis entitled Clinical and Surgical Anatomy of the Foot and Ankle. Dr. Dalmau’s main interest resides in musculoskeletal anatomy, specifically in the lower limb and foot and ankle, where he has made important contributions related to the arthroscopic anatomy of the ankle joint, to the general anatomy of the lateral ankle ligaments, and a number of studies related to the safety of arthroscopic and minimally invasive procedures. Besides its work at the University of Barcelona, he maintains collaborations with MIFAS by GRECMIP (Minimally Invasive Foot and Ankle Society - Groupe de Recherche et d’Etude en Chirurgie Mini-Invasive du Pied).

Dr. Brian Burgess is a board-certified podiatric surgeon who specializes in foot and ankle surgery. His treatment philosophy stresses conservative management and an evidence-based approach to surgical intervention when indicated. Prior to surgery, Dr. Burgess uses a variety of conservative techniques including injections, bracing, orthotics and physical therapy. With an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques, he frequently returns his patients to an active lifestyle in a quick and safe manner.
Dr. Burgess is well-trained in all aspects of the foot and ankle and has a special interest in minimally invasive bunion correction, minimally invasive fracture repair, Achilles tendon disorders, acute and chronic ankle sprains, ankle arthroscopy, heel pain treatment, orthotic therapy, sports-related injuries and trauma/fractures of the foot and ankle.
Dr. Burgess received his podiatry degree from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in 2009 and his bachelor’s degree, with honors, from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Dr. Burgess completed a three-year podiatric surgical residency in trauma and reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle at Mercy Hospital and Medical Center in Chicago.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Burgess is actively involved with medical education. He is the Fellowship Director of Hinsdale Orthopaedics (IBJI) Foot and Ankle Fellowship. He is actively involved within The College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons where he dedicates considerable time training medical students, residents and experienced surgeons. He frequently lectures nationwide and is an invited faculty at advanced ankle arthroscopy courses and annual scientific conferences.

Dr. DiDomenico is Adjunct Professor, Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine. He is Section Chief of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery at St. Elizabeth Hospital and Visiting Professor at Northeast Ohio Medical University. Dr. DiDomenico is Director of Residency Training at East Liverpool City Hospital and Director, Reconstructive Rearfoot & Ankle Surgical Fellowship, Ankle and Foot Care Centers / KSU College of Podiatric Medicine.

Tyler A. Gonzalez, MD, MBA, is a fellowship-trained and board certified orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon at Prisma Health Orthopedics in Columbia. After completing his bachelor's degree at the University of California, Berkeley, he received a Master of Business Administration and his MD from UCLA in Los Angeles. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Harvard Medical School in Boston and his fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at Cedar Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.

Throughout his career, Dr. Gonzalez has focused on improving patient care, medical education and research. His interest and passion in translational, clinical and biomechanical research has prompted over 100 peer-reviewed scientific publications and presentations. He routinely lectures at regional, national and international forums on foot and ankle topics and on improving value-based patient care.

Dr. Gonzalez is an active reviewer for publications, including Foot and Ankle International, Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics, and Foot and Ankle Specialist. He is a member of various foot and ankle surgery societies and is president and co-founder of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, Inc., a collaboration of foot and ankle surgeons to improve the delivery of healthcare, innovate on current surgical technologies and advance overall patient care.

He has a clinical interest in minimally invasive surgery, minimally invasive bunion correction, ankle replacements, ankle arthroscopy, foot and ankle arthritis, Charcot Marie Tooth disease, sports-related injuries, cartilage preservation and replacement surgery, bunion and hammertoe surgery, ligament/tendon disorders, dance medicine, and orthopedic trauma and fracture care.

Outside of his clinical interests, Dr. Gonzalez's passions include medical education, entrepreneurship, healthcare management and policy, patient quality and safety, value-based healthcare research, and clinical outcomes research.