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Meet our leaders

Ed HellmanEd Hellman, MD

President

Dr. Ed Hellman works with the board of directors to create and implement the strategic plan to ensure the highest level of patient satisfaction.

John RyanJohn Ryan

Chief Executive Officer

John Ryan shares strategic and operational oversight with the Board President. 

A lifelong Hoosier, Ryan received his law degree from Indiana University in 1998. He was named the 2021 Indianapolis Health Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers in America.

Anthony GioiaAnthony Gioia

Chief Financial Officer

Working at OrthoIndy since 2004, Anthony uses his accounting background to provide strategic and financial leadership for the practice and hospital.

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Kendra BakerKendra Baker

Chief Nursing Officer

Kendra ensures clinical goals and initiatives are aligned with the mission of OrthoIndy, while advancing the success for the organization.

Brandon SmithBrandon Smith

Chief Development Officer

Brandon leads all growth initiatives for OrthoIndy, including expanding access to its physical therapy and imaging services, as well as employer programs, sponsorships and community engagement to ensure that OrthoIndy continues to grow and meet the healthcare needs throughout the community.

Board of Directors

physician Edward Hellman

Edward Hellman, MD
President of the Board

physician Matthew Lavery

Matthew Lavery, MD
Vice President

physician Renn Crichlow

Renn Crichlow, MD
Secretary

physician Corey Kendall

Corey Kendall, MD
Treasurer

physician Christy Kellams

Christy Kellams, MD

physician David Myer

David Myer, MD

Gregory Poulter, MD

orthopedic physician Troy Roberson

Troy Roberson, MD

spine physician David Schwartz

David Schwartz, MD

physician Jonathan Shook

Jonathan Shook, MD

physician Michael Thieken

Michael Thieken, MD