Jason A. Piraino, DPM, MS, FACFAS, is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon and nationally recognized leader in surgical education, academic medicine, and healthcare innovation. He has served as Associate Professor and Chief of the Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery at the University of Florida College of Medicine–Jacksonville, where he also directed the Podiatric Surgery and Medicine Residency. In this role, he led the education and mentorship of surgical trainees and was recognized for excellence in teaching, including receiving the University of Florida Superior Accomplishment Award. At a national level, he serves on the Board of Directors for the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, contributing to postgraduate education, leadership development, and clinical consensus initiatives that help shape the future of the specialty.

Throughout his career, Dr. Piraino has focused on advancing surgical education while supporting innovation in clinical practice. His experience spans undergraduate medical education, residency training, and national faculty development, including academic appointments at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. In parallel, he has led healthcare value analysis efforts, chairing the Value Analysis Committee at UF Health Jacksonville for over a decade, where he guided evidence-based product evaluation and the responsible integration of new technologies and biologic therapies. As an active researcher and educator, he has served as a Principal and Co-Investigator on studies in orthobiologics and regenerative medicine, with contributions including peer-reviewed publications, national lectures, and hands-on training programs across the country.

Dr. Ariana DeMers is a fellowship-trained orthopedic sports medicine surgeon and regenerative medicine expert dedicated to redefining how musculoskeletal and longevity care are delivered. As the founder of the Joint Vitality Institute at Restore Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, she has pioneered a patient-centered approach that blends orthobiologic precision, hormonal optimization, and lifestyle medicine to help patients stay active, age vibrantly, and avoid unnecessary surgery.

A recognized leader in the field, Dr. DeMers serves as Chief of Medical Education for APEX Biologix, Vice President of the International Association of Regenerative Medicine & Education Society (IARMES), and past president and board member of the Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation. Her mission extends beyond clinical excellence - she empowers physicians worldwide to build sustainable, ethical, cash-based practices through her educational platforms The Business of Orthobiologics (BOB), TrueMD, PRP Now, and the Orthobiologic Practice Launch System.

Known for her clarity, innovation, and integrity, Dr. DeMers has trained thousands of clinicians in ultrasound-guided injection techniques, PRP dosing, and evidence-based orthobiologic protocols. She is a frequent national and international speaker, advisor to leading biologic and device companies.

Through her integrated ecosystem of clinics, courses, and collaborations, Dr. DeMers is shaping the next era of regenerative orthopedics - one defined by scientific excellence, patient empowerment, and physician freedom.