Top 10 in Orthopaedics, nationwide!

Dr. William Maloney, Department Chair, Professor

We had the exteme honor to welcome Dr. Samer Attar as the 2026 Augustus White III, MD Visiting Professor. Dr. Attar is an attending surgeon at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

A graduate of the University of Chicago, where he completed his medical training, residency, and fellowship, Dr. Attar previously served on faculty at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He is internationally recognized for his humanitarian work, having participated in medical missions across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Central America with organizations including the Syrian American Medical Society and Doctors Without Borders.

In addition to his clinical and humanitarian leadership, Dr. Attar was a recipient of the 2025 Emmy Award for Outstanding News Discussion and Analysis for the documentary Two Weeks Inside Gaza’s Ruined Hospitals. He has also been honored as a Chicago Magazine Chicagoan of the Year and an American Red Cross Global Citizenship Hero, with his work featured in leading medical journals and major international media outlets.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kevin Shea as Division Chief of Pediatric Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health.

A nationally recognized leader in pediatric sports medicine, Dr. Shea brings extensive clinical expertise, academic excellence, and a longstanding commitment to advancing musculoskeletal care for children and adolescents. His leadership will further strengthen Stanford Medicine Children’s Health’s mission to deliver innovative, patient-centered care and to advance research and education in pediatric orthopaedics.

Read the full press release to learn more about Dr. Shea’s appointment and vision for the division!

We extend our deepest gratitude to Dr. Brian Cole for his invaluable insights and contributions during our Grand Rounds session. His expertise and generosity of time truly enriched our community.

Dr. Brian Cole is a distinguished Professor of Orthopaedics, Anatomy, and Cell Biology, as well as the Dr. Ralph & Marian C. Falk Professor of Biochemistry at Rush University. He serves as the Associate Chairman of Orthopaedics and Section Head at the Cartilage Research and Restoration Center and occupies the position of Chair of Surgery at Rush Oak Park Hospital. As the Managing Partner at Midwest Orthopaedics, Dr. Cole brings extensive expertise to his practice.

His leadership in the field is notable, having served as past President of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and currently as President of the NBA Physicians Society. In addition to having written over 1000 papers and 20 text books on a variety of topics, conditions, and cases, Dr. Cole is also recognized for his role as a team physician for several prominent athletic organizations, including the Chicago Bulls, Chicago White Sox, Chicago Red Stars (NWSL), Chicago Dogs, and DePaul University. He is also known for his 10-year contribution to the ESPN radio tallk show Sports Medicine Weekly, and now the Sports Medicine Weekly Podcast. 

"He has advanced this field significantly" - Marc Safran, MD

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Dr. Nova Hou

Dr. Nova Hou brings a dynamic blend of clinical expertise and public health advocacy to Stanford Medicine. Originally from Houston, she earned her MD and MPH concurrently before completing her Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in partnership with the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation. She went on to complete advanced fellowship training in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab/Northwestern University in Chicago.

A passionate advocate for disability rights and public health, Dr. Hou will provide physiatry consults at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital and see patients in outpatient clinics in Palo Alto and Sunnyvale.

I am honored to join our Pediatric PM&R team at Stanford University. I can't wait to help grow our program, and look forward to collaborating with our peds and adult colleagues of all disciplines.

Dr. Monique Chambers

Dr. Chambers, a fellowship-trained specialist from Mercy Medical Center, has joined our Foot and Ankle team. We are excited to welcome her and looking forward to her valuable addition to our team.

I am honored to begin the next chapter of my career with Stanford University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Returning to California where I was raised is deeply meaningful, and I look forward to collaborating with exceptional colleagues to advance orthopaedic care, education, and research. Together, we can shape innovative solutions to address the challenges facing today’s healthcare system.

‘Service is doing what you can to make the world a better place,’ “she says.” ‘At this point in my life, my work as a surgeon-scientist is how I can do the most good for the greatest number of people.’ - Constance Chu, MD

The 20th Visiting Professorship pays tribute to the remarkable legacy of Dr. Vincent R. Hentz, a visionary who co-founded Stanford’s interdisciplinary Plastic and Orthopaedic Surgery Hand division alongside Dr. Robert A. Chase.

Introduced by Dr. Amy Ladd, one of the first orthopaedic surgeons recruited to Stanford’s Hand Division, we were deeply honored to welcome Dr. R. Glenn Gaston as this year’s Hentz Visiting Professor and Grand Rounds speaker.

It doesn’t matter what’s in your hands, it matters the skill behind it—and he’s clearly one of them. — Amy Ladd, MD

Dr. Gaston serves as Chief of Hand Service for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Atrium Health – Carolinas Medical Center and is the Program Director for the OrthoCarolina Hand & Upper Extremity Fellowship.

A nationally respected leader in upper extremity research, he has received numerous accolades, including honors from both the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH).

We are incredibly grateful for Dr. Gaston’s time, expertise, and the insights he shared with our faculty, trainees, and community.

Dr. Serena Hu from Stanford Orthopaedics and Dr. Ben Ma from UCSF Orthopaedics were honored to jointly host the 2025 American Orthopaedic Association North American Traveling Fellows. The visit featured engaging academic discussions, collaborative exchanges, and opportunities to highlight the clinical, educational, and research excellence of both institutions. In addition to the academic program, the fellows enjoyed exploring the Bay Area and connecting with colleagues, making it a truly memorable and inspiring week of learning and collaboration.

A special thank you to our esteemed Stanford faculty, Dr. Monique Chambers, Dr. Loretta Chou, Dr. Grace Xiong, Dr. Todd Alamin, Dr. Rob Kamal, Dr. Brady Evans, Dr. Jeremy Chan, Dr. James Mok, and Dr. Yetsa Tuakli-Wosornu, who hosted and contributed to the program, sharing their expertise and insights across diverse subspecialties.

Dr. Yang shared that her strength and spirit throughout recovery were truly inspiring, and seeing her back on the track is a moment of pure joy for everyone who helped her heal.

A huge congratulations to Dr. Yang and his amazing team for their groundbreaking work and dedication to Annunaki’s journey! 

Congratulations to Dr. Derek Amanatullah, MD, PhD on Receiving the 2025 FARE Research Grant Award at the 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting!

Dr. Amanatullah’s commitment to advancing innovation and excellence in orthopaedics continues to inspire and drive meaningful progress across the field. His work exemplifies the spirit of discovery and dedication that propels our community forward.

Congratulations, Dr. Amanatullah, on this well-deserved recognition!

Dr. Eric Edmonds joins us as this year's Eugene Bleck Visiting Professor. Dr. Edmonds is a distinguished orthopedic surgeon at Rady Children’s Hospital–San Diego, where he serves as Vice Chief of the Orthopaedic Surgery Division, Medical Staff Orthopedic Surgery Section Chief, Director of Orthopedic Research, and Director of the 360 Sports Medicine Program. He is also a Full Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of California, San Diego.

Dr. Edmonds specializes in youth sports medicine and musculoskeletal trauma, combining clinical expertise with an extensive research background. He has authored over 160 peer-reviewed publications, contributed to more than 20 book chapters, and his work has earned over 3,800 citations (H-index: 36, i10-index: 91).

He actively collaborates in several major multicenter research groups, including:

ROCK – Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee

ROCKET – Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Elbow

FACTS – Clavicle Fractures

MEMO – Medial Epicondyle Fractures

PLUTO – Pediatric ACL Studies

Dr. Edmonds currently serves as the Immediate Past President of PRISM (Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine Society) and is the President-Elect of POSNA (Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America).

Beyond his clinical and research achievements, Dr. Edmonds is deeply committed to expanding access to healthcare for Hispanic patients and supporting underrepresented medical professionals. He actively mentors undergraduate and medical students and has completed a mini-MBA in healthcare to further his understanding of the business side of medicine.

Outside the hospital, Dr. Edmonds enjoys exploring the world with his wife and two children. Whether embarking on a 7,000-mile road trip to visit national parks or spending weekends backpacking, jeeping, rockhounding, fossil hunting, birding, or studying native edible plants, he brings the same curiosity and passion for discovery to every adventure.

We were honored to host a powerful and thought-provoking session on Sport Equity and Empathy, led by the distinguished Dr. Yetsa A. Tuakli-Wosornu, in collaboration with the Departments of Orthopedic Surgery and Neurosurgery.

Dr. Tuakli-Wosornu is a physician specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, with a deep commitment to sports medicine and athlete advocacy. A former international long jumper representing Ghana 🇬🇭, she now leads the innovative Sports Equity Lab, driving initiatives that promote fairness, inclusion, and holistic wellness in sport.

This event was insightful, uplifting, and truly unforgettable.

We are honored to have had Dr. Robin V. West as our 8^th Annual Don E. King, MD Lectureship in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine visiting professor!

Dr. West is a board-certified orthopedic and sports medicine surgeon with over 20 years of clinical experience. Some highlights from her amazing career include:

• President, Inova MSK Service Line
• Team Physician, Washington Nationals (MLB)
• Associate Professor, Georgetown UniversityMedical Center
• Associate Professor, Uniformed Services University Health System
• Professor of Medical Education, Universityof Virginia School of Medicine, Inova Campus
• Former Head Team Physician NFL Washington Redskins/Commanders
• Former Team Physician, NFL Pittsburgh Steelers