Leadership Team
We are grateful to have leadership team filled with inspiring and dedicated members with a broad range of experience.

Leadership Team

Judy Chu
US Congresswoman

Kiesza
Canadian Popstar | Advocate for Neurological Health
Kiesza hopes her brain injury recovery will inspire survivors across the globe
Shiva Rampersand
SBMT Research Fellow
Antonina Wiewior
SBMT Research Fellow

Gordon Baltzer
GFC Pioneer in Technology Award 2025

Craig Shapero
GFC Pioneer in Technology Award 2025

No Nominations This Year

Stephano Sinicropi
President, Midwest Spine & Brain Institute
With numerous years of experience and thousands of surgeries completed, Dr. Sinicropi consistently incorporates new advancements in motion-sparing and minimally invasive techniques, resulting in enhanced patient outcomes while improving patient recovery, reducing pain, and increasing mobility for spinal procedures, including disc replacements, spinal decompressions, and spinal fusions.
Dr. Sinicropi values the opportunity to treat his patients, forming connections with them outside their condition. He understands that spine surgery will disrupt someone’s life and calls his ability to help a privilege.
Dr. Stefano Sinicropi is known nationally as an expert in spine surgery. He is a Board-Certified orthopedic spine surgeon, completing his medical degree and residency at Columbia University, followed by a fellowship at the prestigious Leatherman Spine. He currently serves as the President and CEO of Midwest Spine & Brain Institute.