Movers & Shakers

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Dr. Paul G. Auwaerter, MD, MBA — Clinical Leader and Infectious Disease Innovator

Dr. Paul G. Auwaerter is one of the United States’ most respected infectious disease physicians, known for combining clinical mastery, mentorship, and innovative use of technology to improve patient care and medical education. As the Sherrilyn and Ken Fisher Professor of Medicine and Clinical Director of the Division of Infectious Diseases at Johns Hopkins University […]

Dr. Imamu Tomlinson, MD, MBA: Reimagining Emergency Care Leadership

Dr. Imamu Tomlinson is a physician executive redefining what leadership looks like in emergency medicine. An emergency physician by training, he now serves in senior leadership at Vituity, where he focuses on transforming care delivery while supporting clinician well-being. Recognized as a Modern Healthcare Innovator, Dr. Tomlinson has helped lead initiatives that improve emergency department […]

Dr. Joshua E. Meyer, MD: Elevating Radiation Oncology Through Innovation

Dr. Joshua E. Meyer is a nationally respected radiation oncologist whose work is improving outcomes for cancer patients while advancing the science of precision medicine. He serves as Vice Chair of Translational Research and Professor of Radiation Oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia. Recently named a Fellow of the American Society for Radiation […]

Dr. Lauren Henderson, MD: Advancing Hope for Children with Autoimmune Disease

Dr. Lauren Henderson is a pediatric rheumatologist and physician-scientist whose work is reshaping how juvenile autoimmune diseases are understood and treated. Based at Boston Children’s Hospital and serving as an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Henderson blends cutting-edge research with deeply compassionate clinical care. Her specialty is juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), […]

Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford, M.D., M.P.H. — Shaping the Future of Obesity Medicine

Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford, M.D., M.P.H., is a nationally recognized physician-scientist and a leading voice in obesity medicine and metabolic health in the United States. Her work spans clinical care, research, and public health policy, positioning her as a true mover and shaker in modern medicine. Board-certified in obesity medicine and internal medicine, Dr. Stanford […]

Dr. Robert B. Jones, M.D. Improving Mobility Through Advanced Joint Care

Dr. Robert B. Jones, M.D., is a U.S.-based orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip surgery and joint replacement. In 2025, he was named to Newsweek’s America’s Leading Doctors list, recognizing his expertise in restoring mobility and improving quality of life for patients with degenerative joint conditions. Dr. Jones has built a career focused on treating arthritis, […]

Dr. Peter Crites, M.D. Raising the Standard in Orthopedic and Sports Medicine

Dr. Peter Crites, M.D., is a nationally recognized orthopedic surgeon whose work in shoulder surgery and sports medicine has earned him a spot on Newsweek’s America’s Leading Doctors 2025 list. Based in the United States, Dr. Crites is known for combining clinical excellence with forward-thinking leadership in orthopedic care. Board-certified in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Crites […]

Dr. Carrie A. Horwitch, MD, MPH — Champion of Service, Education & Global Health

Dr. Carrie A. Horwitch, MD, MPH is a distinguished board-certified internal medicine physician whose long career in clinical care, medical education, and global volunteerism has made a meaningful impact on communities both in the United States and abroad. In 2025, she was honored with the Jack B. McConnell, MD Award for Excellence in Volunteerism by […]

Dr. Dean Borissov Kostov, MD — Neurosurgery & Innovation in Spine Care

Dr. Dean Borissov Kostov, MD is an accomplished neurosurgeon and neurointerventional specialist whose clinical expertise and patient-centered ethos have made him a standout figure in surgical care at Riverside Regional Medical Center in Virginia. His practice spans cranial and spine surgeries, stereotactic procedures, and endovascular neurosurgery — demonstrating a rare breadth of skill across some […]

Dr. William H. McAllister IV, MD — Neurosurgeon Transforming Brain & Spine Care

Dr. William H. McAllister IV, MD is a highly respected board-certified neurosurgeon based in Newport News, Virginia, whose clinical excellence and leadership in neurosurgery have earned him national recognition and the admiration of peers and patients alike. He currently serves as a senior neurosurgeon with Riverside Hampton Roads Neurosurgical & Spine Specialists, and is co-medical […]