EmergeOrtho Executive and Leadership Team

Allison Farmer, the Chief Executive Officer at EmergeOrtho, directs the overall strategic vision and operational framework for the largest physician-owned orthopedic practice in North Carolina. Farmer guides the organization's expansion and integration efforts, ensuring alignment with the company's mission to provide superior orthopedic care across all subspecialties. Overseeing a team of physicians, advanced practice providers, and employees, Farmer drives initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency statewide. This leadership role involves fostering a culture of excellence and innovation, critical for maintaining EmergeOrtho's position as a leading healthcare provider. By championing strategic partnerships and resource allocation, Allison Farmer ensures the practice remains at the forefront of orthopedic medicine, delivering comprehensive services from spine care to joint replacement and beyond.

Donald Brelsford, the Chief Financial Officer at EmergeOrtho, manages the comprehensive financial health and strategic fiscal planning for the organization. Brelsford oversees all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, revenue cycle management, and investment strategies, ensuring the financial stability required to support EmergeOrtho's extensive network of services. This critical role involves optimizing financial performance across all regional service areas, including Blue Ridge, Foothills, Triad, Triangle, and Wilmington. By implementing robust financial controls and identifying opportunities for fiscal growth, Donald Brelsford supports the practice's ability to invest in advanced medical technologies and expand its service offerings. The Chief Financial Officer's leadership ensures EmergeOrtho can continue its mission of providing high-quality, accessible orthopedic care statewide.

George Sheasley, the Division Chief Financial Officer, Triangle at EmergeOrtho, spearheads financial strategy and oversight specifically for the Triangle region's operations. Sheasley manages regional financial performance, including budgeting, revenue cycle management, and resource allocation, ensuring fiscal health and supporting the growth objectives within this key service area. This role involves close collaboration with local leadership and the central finance department to align regional financial activities with EmergeOrtho's broader strategic goals. By providing targeted financial insights and controls, George Sheasley enables the Triangle division to effectively deliver specialized orthopedic services, including sports medicine, joint replacement, and advanced imaging. The Division Chief Financial Officer's expertise is vital for maintaining operational excellence and financial sustainability across the Triangle region.

Lucy May, the Chief Operating Officer at EmergeOrtho, directs the day-to-day operational execution and service delivery across the practice's extensive network. May focuses on optimizing workflows, enhancing patient experience, and ensuring the efficient functioning of all clinical and administrative departments, including physical and occupational therapy, imaging services, and walk-in orthopedic urgent cares. Overseeing operational integration across EmergeOrtho's statewide presence, Lucy May ensures seamless care delivery through a unified electronic health records system. This leadership position involves managing resource allocation, driving operational improvements, and supporting the strategic goals set forth by the executive team. By streamlining operations, May directly contributes to EmergeOrtho's capacity to provide expert orthopedic subspecialty care and maintain its status as a leading healthcare provider.

Frank Aluisio, the Physician President-EmergeOrtho, provides critical clinical leadership and strategic direction, bridging physician expertise with organizational management. Aluisio champions the integration of advanced medical practices and ensures the highest standards of patient care across all orthopedic subspecialties offered by EmergeOrtho, including spine, sports medicine, and joint replacement. This leadership position involves fostering collaboration among physicians and advanced practice providers, driving clinical innovation, and advocating for physician needs within the organizational structure. By guiding clinical strategy and operational alignment, Frank Aluisio ensures that EmergeOrtho remains at the forefront of orthopedic medicine, delivering exceptional patient outcomes and maintaining its reputation for excellence statewide.

Edward Parrish, the Chief Information Officer at EmergeOrtho, architects and oversees the organization's comprehensive information technology strategy and infrastructure. Parrish is responsible for managing the unified electronic health records system that connects all EmergeOrtho offices, ensuring data integrity, security, and accessibility for seamless patient care statewide. This role involves driving technological innovation to support EmergeOrtho's diverse subspecialties, from spine care to joint replacement and pain management. By implementing advanced IT solutions, Edward Parrish enhances operational efficiency, supports clinical decision-making, and improves the overall patient experience. The Chief Information Officer's leadership ensures EmergeOrtho leverages technology effectively to maintain its position as a leader in orthopedic medicine and patient service delivery.