2025 - 2026 Board of Directors
Andrea Allyn, MBA, ATC
President
Practice Name: Heartland Orthopedic Specialists - A Service of Alomere Health
Location: Alexandria, Minnesota
Group Size: 5 Orthopedic Surgeons, 1 Neurosurgeon, 1 Podiatrist, 1 PM&R, 1 Sports Med Family Physican, 9 Mid-Levels
Undergraduate Degree: BA, Athletic Training, Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, MN
Graduate Degree: MBA, Health Care, University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis, MN
Andrea Allyn is the Clinic and Sports Medicine Director for Heartland Orthopedic Specialists – A Service of Alomere Health located in west-central Minnesota. She has been with the group for 18 years and in a leadership role for the past 14 years. Her current role includes oversight of day-to-day operations of clinic sites and orthopedic physical therapy; leadership of orthopedic nursing, physical therapy, and sports medicine teams; sports medicine program that provides care to over 12 area high schools, 2 area colleges, and area youth sports associations.
Andrea started her career with the group as an Athletic Trainer working with area high schools in addition to clinical roles of casting/brace fittings, post-op visits, DME management, and physician extender before transitioning into her current leadership role. Andrea is an avid golfer, she and her husband Scott enjoy outdoor activities, lake time, time with family and friends, sports, and their 2 pups.
Terry Rosenthal, MBA, ATC
President-Elect
Practice Name: The Orthopaedic Clinic, P.C.
Location: Opelika, AL
Group Size: 5 Surgeons, 4 PAs, 5 Other Providers
Undergraduate Degree: BS in Physical Education, Cal-State Fullerton
Graduate Degree: MBA, Troy University
Graduate Degree: M.Ed, Health Promotion, Auburn University
Terry has been at the Orthopaedic Clinic for 27 years the past 14 as CEO. Prior to his current role, he served 13 years as the Director of Sports Medicine and Clinical Coordinator. A strong believer in analytics and benchmarking, he feels this is a means to truly investigate how your clinic is performing vs. your peers and where it can improve.
As a Certified Athletic Trainer, he severed in various capacities with the Los Angeles Rams, Anaheim Mighty Ducks, NFL Europe, ESPN Survival of the Fittest, and The American Gladiators prior to joining TOC.
Terry has served on the AAOE Benchmarking Council since 2017, including two years as the chair, and he currently serves as the Board Liaison to that Council. In addition, Terry is very active in AAOE’s advocacy initiatives. Terry is a past president of Alabama Bones and MGMA of East Alabama. Terry believes that AAOE is a tremendous asset to its membership and provides access to networking, data and information that can benefit all and that it is a unique organization that a lot of other specialties do not have. In his free time, Terry is an avid golfer and enjoys spending time with his wife, Susan, and their two children, a son, Taylor, and a daughter, Marissa.
Joseph Mathews, PT, DPT
Past President
Practice Name: Advanced Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, a Division of OrthoLonestar
Location: Houston, TX
Group Size: 14 Orthopedic Surgeons, 2 Pain Management Anesthesiologists, 1 PM&R, 1 Sports Med Family Physician, 1 Rheumatologist, 8 Mid-Levels, 27 Therapy providers
Undergraduate Degree: BA in Science of Physical Therapy, Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
Graduate Degree: Master in Science of Physical Therapy, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, Texas
Doctoral Degree: Physical Therapy, University of St. Augustine, Florida
Joseph has served in the Administrator role at Advanced Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Northwest Houston since 2010. His curious nature always questions the status quo and looks for ways to improve existing processes through automation and building efficiencies through cost-effective technology. While his education is primarily clinical (physical therapy); he believes in a data-informed culture at work and relies heavily on metrics developed to benchmark his practice internally and to national data when available.
Joseph has been a member of the Advocacy Council at the American Alliance of Orthopaedics since 2011. He has served on the Board of the Texas Orthopaedic Association since 2017 and on the Texas-Orthopaedic Administrators Society (T-Bones) committee group. He is also part of the Advocacy Committee for Physical Therapy at OrthoForum.
Brittany Powers
Treasurer
Practice Name: Orthopaedic Center of the Virginias
Location: Princeton, WV
Group Size: 3 Surgeons, 3 Mid-levels
Undergraduate Degree: BA, History and Education, Concord University
Brittany is the Practice Manager for the Orthopaedic Center of the Virginias. She has been with the practice for over 20 years and managing for the past 9 years. She manages day to day operations, the physicians’ personal and professional lives and all other aspects of the practice.
Brittany has lived the ‘American Dream’ at her practice. She started her career with the Orthopaedic Center at 17 years of age in an entry level position. From there, she started to move upward, attending college and obtaining her degree. As Brittany’s career path emerged, she has taken every opportunity to grow in her professional development, leading the way to her becoming the practice manager.
She joined AAOE in 2016 and immediately sought out volunteer opportunities, becoming a member of the Membership Council in 2017. Her passion to enhance the member experience led her to chair this Council for the past 2 years and then seek a seat on the AAOE Board of Directors. Brittany is a strong advocate for AAOE, having traveled to Washington, DC twice to lobby on Capitol Hill with her fellow members.
Brittany enjoys spending time with her husband, Adam, and her three children, Tanner, Madison, and Paislee. In her free time, she loves to cook, read, and travel.
Cindy Murray, PT, MBA
Secretary
Practice Name: WB Carrell Memorial Clinic
Location: Dallas, TX
Group Size: 22 Surgeons; 22 Physicians; 22 Providers
Undergraduate degree: BS, Health Education, Texas A&M
Undergraduate degree: BS, Physical Therapy, University of Texas Medical Branch
Graduate degree: MBA in Healthcare Administration, Texas A&M
Cindy Murray, PT, MBA is currently the Chief Executive Office of WB Carrell Memorial Clinic, in Dallas, Texas. Murray joined the Carrell Clinic in January of 2025.
She has also served as the Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer for OrthoTexas Physicians and Surgeons in the North Texas area since January 2020. Cindy practiced as a licensed physical therapist in Texas until she transitioned from her clinical practice to focus solely on her administrative role.
During her entire career, Cindy has specialized in both the clinical and regulatory aspects of outpatient orthopedics. She has taught courses for the Texas Medical Association, Texas Orthopedic Association, has presented to the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) and at multiple OrthoForum and Texas Orthopedic Administrators Society (T-Bones) annual conferences. In addition, she authored the “Workers' Compensation Guide for Texas Physicians, 4th edition” for the Texas Medical Association. Cindy graduated from Texas A&M University with a BS in Health Education, received her BS in Physical Therapy from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, and her MBA with a concentration in Health Care Administration from Texas A&M University.
Alissa Ashley-High, MHA, CMPE, BS, LPN
Practice Name: Orthopaedic Associates of Marlborough, PC
Location: Marlborough, MA
Group Size: 3 Physicians, 2 Surgeons, 1 Physician Assistant
Undergraduate Degree: BS Biochemistry, Roanoke College, Salem, VA
Graduate Degree: LPN, Medical Careers Institute, Richmond, VA
Graduate Degree: MHA, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Worcester, MA
Alissa is the Practice Administrator with Orthopaedic Associates of Marlborough and has been with the group for over seven years. As a small practice administrator, Alissa is involved in every aspect of the practice, from the clinical and administrative front line to the behind-the-scenes revenue cycle team. Alissa started her career as a licensed practical nurse, working as a charge nurse in rehabilitation centers. She pursued a career in practice management with a growing urgent care system before transitioning to a practice administrator position in orthopedics.
An AAOE member since 2017, Alissa has been active in volunteering on several councils: Young and New Professionals, Membership, Advocacy, Education, and Annual Conference. In her free time, Alissa is married to an emergency medicine physician and is a mother to two elementary school-aged girls. Alissa is an active member of her children’s PTO and assists in coaching several of their sports teams. She enjoys traveling with her family, especially going to the beaches of Cape Cod and Virginia Beach. In the winter, they enjoy skiing and other snowy activities.
Michael Behr, MD, MBA
Practice Name: OrthoAtlanta
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Group Size: 32 Surgeons; 39 Physicians; 26 Providers
Michael J. Behr, M.D., is the Medical Director of OrthoAtlanta and Executive Vice President of IntraHealth Group. He is board-certified and fellowship-trained in orthopedic surgery. Dr. Behr practiced orthopedic surgery for 25 years, specializing in general orthopedic surgery with an emphasis on sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, and hip and knee joint replacement.
Dr. Behr was one of the founding members of OrthoAtlanta. Throughout his years as a practicing surgeon, Dr. Behr concurrently held progressive leadership positions at OrthoAtlanta, including physician board chair. After completing his MBA at the Kellogg School of Management in Business Administration in 2016, Dr. Behr accepted the Medical Director position in a full-time capacity in 2017.
Dr. Behr has served as president of the medical staff at Piedmont Fayette Hospital in Georgia and is currently on its hospital board. While practicing orthopedics, Dr. Behr was affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Newnan Hospital, and Piedmont Henry Hospital, and continues to serve as a member of the Piedmont Clinic.
Dr. Behr has served as an Assistant Orthopedic Consultant for the Chicago Cubs, as Director of Athletic Care at the Aquatic Venue for the Paralympics, as co-medical director and sideline physician for both the Peach Bowl and Chick-Fil-A Bowls and has worked with athletes at the 1996 Olympic Games.
Dr. Behr is a dedicated medical professional known for donating his time and medical talents to those in need in some of the most impoverished parts of the world. Since 2010, when he first volunteered to assist after the devastating earthquake that year, Dr. Behr has traveled annually to Haiti to provide orthopedic surgeries in an ongoing effort to assist the people of Haiti. In May 2018, Dr. Behr participated in a week-long orthopedic medical mission trip in Honduras for the non-profit One World Surgery.
Paul Bruning
Organization: Duke University
Location: Durham, North Carolina
Group Size: 100 Physicians, 75 Surgeons, 85 Providers
Undergraduate degree: BA, Gustavus Adolphus College
Graduate degree: MA, Minnesota State - Mankato
Doctoral degree: DHA, University of Phoenix
Dr. Bruning is the Division Administrative Director for Sports Medicine, Hand, and the Sports Sciences Institute, Department of Orthopedics, Duke University School of Medicine. He has been within the orthopedic field for over 35 years. Dr. Bruning has served on the Board of Directors for the AAOE, ATPPS, BONES of Florida, and been the Advocacy Council Chair for AAOE.
Megan O'Hara
Practice Name: Robert V Moriarty MD PC
Location: Huntington, NY
Group Size: 10 Physicians; 1 Surgeon
Megan is the Practice Manager for Robert V Moriarty MD PC in Huntington, NY, where she successfully manages a private solo orthopedic practice in conjunction with a separate IME business. She has served 22 years as an administrator in the healthcare environment.
Megan started her career in an entry level position, and has a unique perspective of all aspects of the day to day operations of a medical group practice with an emphasis in orthopedics. Her experience ranges from front office reception to all facets of billing including insurance contract negotiation, durable medical equipment, physical therapy, and practice management.
Ross Rigdon
Practice Name: Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Group Size: 28 Surgeons, One Non-Operative Podiatrist, 27 Advance Practice Providers
Undergraduate degree: Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, University of North Carolina, Wilmington, NC
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-Basic), Cape Fear Community College, Wilmington, NC
Ross Rigdon is the Chief Operations Officer at Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic, overseeing operations across six clinic locations, 11 physical therapy sites, and two ambulatory surgery centers. His journey in healthcare began as a medical scribe, and through dedication and continuous learning, he steadily advanced to leadership roles in orthopaedic administration. Ross applies his diverse experience to optimize operational efficiency, enhance patient care, and ensure regulatory compliance, with a particular interest in healthcare technology integration. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time at the beach, hiking with his two dogs, and attending live music events.
Samantha L. Ziolkowski
Practice Name: Vero Orthopaedics
Location: Vero Beach, Florida
Group Size: 11 Surgeons, 5 Physicians
Undergraduate Degree: BS Athletic Training, Florida Southern College, Lakeland, Florida
Graduate Degree: MS, Health Services Administration, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL
Samantha currently serves as the Chief Finance and Strategy Officer at Vero Orthopaedics. She has 16 years of orthopedic experience and previously served as the Chief Financial Officer at Orlando Orthopaedic Center. She has experience overseeing marketing, business development, accounts receivable and payable, and multiple ancillary services (DME, pharmacy, and physician expert testimony services).
Samantha was the chair of the AAOE Young and New Professionals Council from 2021 through 2025 and is also a member of the Benchmarking Council. In her free time, she enjoys being active, spending time outside, and spending time with her husband.