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Susan Brady, MPT

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Owner of Nurtured Bones – Susan Brady brings a rich diversity of experience and knowledge to the healthcare profession. After graduating from the University of Southern California in 1989 with a Master of Physical Therapy, she began working outpatient physical therapy treating individuals with a wide variety of muscle and skeletal disorders. Susan began to

Niteesh Bharara, MD, DABPMR

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As the Director of Regenerative Medicine, Dr. Bharara has redefined outpatient treatment options for athletes and active individuals suffering with spine or orthopaedic joint, tendon, and/or ligament conditions. Regenerative medicine offers an alternative to surgery, utilizing the body’s natural healing process to restore maximum function and provide pain relief. Rather than mask the symptoms, regenerative

Rich Banton PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT, ATC, CDN

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As a co-director for Virginia Therapy & Fitness Center’s practice, Rich is a dynamic leader in the field of physical therapy. He earned dual degrees in sports medicine and physical therapy, which he pairs with the latest advanced treatment techniques to get patients back to their active lifestyles and professions. His practice is focused in

Thao Allen, PA-C, MPAS

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After completing her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at Shenandoah University, Thao served a one year residency and one year fellowship in medical and surgical management of spinal disorders. She is licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine and is certified by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants and Advanced Cardiac Life Support/Basic

Gordon M. Taylor, CPA, CIA, CGMA

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Mr. Taylor has been the COO and CFO of the Virginia Spine Institute since 2010. Previously he served as COO and/or CFO, or other senior executive roles at numerous organizations including Maple Life Financial, BenefitNation, Congressional Quarterly Inc., and NCQA. He has a proven track record of success, earning his MBA from Averett University, BS

William H. Evers, Jr., PhD

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Dr. Bill Evers is President and CEO of Systems, Technology & Science, LLC, which he founded in 1998. He is responsible for both setting the strategic direction of the firm and insuring its day-to-day execution. Dr. Evers currently serves as a member of the independent Scientific & Engineering Review Group (iSERG) of the Missile Defense

Sheldon Buytenhuys

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Sheldon supports the mission of the Foundation by serving as the 2019 We’ve Got Your Back Gala Co-Chair with his wife, Allison.

Ray F. Pugsley

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Mr. Pugsley earned his undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College and his Master’s degree from Johns Hopkins. He is co-owner of Potomac River Running, Inc., a running/ walking specialty store with eight locations in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Mr. Pugsley raced competitively at Dartmouth College and as a cross country lover, he’s been going strong

Brian D. Nault

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Mr. Nault is the Chairman, CEO, and Co-founder of AOC Applied Technologies Corporation (ATCorp) and BlueWater Federal Solutions, Inc. He is a proven executive with experience in the fields of financial services, technology, and Federal Government contracting. With his passion for our “Nation’s future,” Mr. Nault and his companies support several important charities, including St.

Kevin M. Burke

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Mr. Burke is the President and CEO of Centuria. Since founding the company in 2002, Mr. Burke has guided Centuria through five consecutive years on the Inc. 500 index of America’s fastest growing companies and four consecutive years on the Washington Technology Fast 50. Prior to founding Centuria, he founded Synapse Incorporated, which grew to

Rita Roy, MS, MD

Dr. Rita Roy is a physician and entrepreneur in the use of emerging technology for healthcare communication and education. She is the CEO of the National Spine Health Foundation, where she brings her expertise to help drive the mission of improving spinal healthcare through patient education, research, and patient advocacy. Dr. Roy co-founded Astute Technologies which focused

Beth Fredericks

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Beth Fredericks is the National Spine Health Foundation’s Senior Communications Manager. She supports the Foundation through her management of educational programming and communications. She received her B.S. in marketing from George Mason University. With a passion for that nonprofit organizations can make, she holds enthusiasm for NSHF’s mission of improving spinal healthcare and giving patients