Orthopedic Surgeons

Bruce L. Baird, MD

Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

President of NCOG

Board Certification:

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons

• General Orthopaedics
• Initially Certified: 07/28/2006
• Recertified through: 12/31/2026

Medical School: MD, New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ

Residency in Orthopedic Surgery: Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY

Fellowship in Spine Surgery: Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Lewis County General Hospital, Lowville, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Crouse Hospital, Syracuse, NY

Affiliations:

• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• Medical Society of the State of New York
• Medical Society of Jefferson County
• Jefferson Physician Organization
• North American Spine Society

Testimonials:

Steven B. Fish, MD

Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Vice President of NCOG

Board Certification:

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons

• General Orthopaedics
• Initially Certified: 07/13/2000
• Recertified through: 12/31/2030
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Medical School: MD, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York

Residency in Orthopedic Surgery: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Staff Appointments:

• Medical Director, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY

Affiliations:

• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• New York State Medical Society
• Eastern Orthopaedic Association
• Medical Society of Jefferson County
• Jefferson Physician Organization

Testimonials:

Holden D. Heitner, MD

Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon

Board Eligible: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Medical School: MD, SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, New York

Residency in Orthopedic Surgery: SUNY Upstate, Syracuse, New York

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Lewis County General Hospital, Lowville, NY

Affiliations:

• New York State Medical Society
• Medical Society of Jefferson County
• Jefferson Physician Organization

Testimonials:

Andrew N. Markwith, MD 

Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Board Certification:

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons

• General Orthopaedics
• Initially Certified: 07/27/2017
• Recertified through: 12/31/2027
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Medical School: MD, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA

Residency in Orthopedic Surgery: University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA

Fellowship in Orthopaedic Surgery Sports Medicine: MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore, MD

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Lewis County General Hospital, Lowville, NY

Affiliations:

• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• Jefferson Physician Organization
• Medical Society of the State of New York
• Jefferson County Medical Society

Testimonials:

Scott W. Mollison, MD 

Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon

Board Eligible: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Medical School: MD, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Residency in Orthopedic Surgery: University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada

Fellowship in Sports Medicine & Upper Extremity Reconstruction: Pan Am Clinic, Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY

Affiliations:

• American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
• American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (Orthopaedic Surgery)
• Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine
• Arthroscopy Association of North America
• Canadian Orthopaedic Association
• Canadian Medical Association

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Natalie M. Nielsen, MD

Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Board Certification:

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons

• General Orthopaedics
• Initially Certified: 07/25/2019
• Recertified through: 12/31/2029

Medical School: MD, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA

Residency in Orthopedic Surgery: University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA

Fellowship in Foot and Ankle: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York City, NY

Fellowship in Orthopaedic Surgery Research: University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY

Affiliations:

• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
• Jefferson Physician Organization
• Medical Society of the State of New York
• Jefferson County Medical Society

Testimonials:

D. Peter Van Eenenaam, MD

Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Board Certification:

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons

• General Orthopaedics
• Initially Certified: 07/16/1998
• Recertified through: 12/31/2028
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Medical School: MD, State University of New York Health Sciences Center, Syracuse, NY, Summa Cum Laude

Residency in Orthopedic Surgery: Harvard Orthopaedic Residency Program, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA

Fellowship in Sports Medicine: Steadman and Hawkins Sports Medicine Clinic Vail, CO

Fellowship in Adult Hip & Knee Reconstruction: Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Department of Surgery Chairman, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY
• Traveling Physician, U. S. Alpine Ski Team, 2002 Winter Olympic Games, Salt Lake City, Utah

Affiliations:

• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• New York State Medical Society
• Jefferson County Medical Society
• Jefferson Physician Organization
• U.S. Ski Team Physicians Society
• Lake Placid Sports Medicine Society

Testimonials:

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Kathryn E. Doremus, PA

Physician Assistant

Education:

• MPAS DeSales University, PA
• BS DeSales University, PA

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY

Affiliations:

• AAPA - American Academy of Physician Assistants

Testimonials:

• I saw Kathryn doremus for my knee after a fall I had while hiking. She was very thorough for my options on going forward. She has been nothing but a very wonderful provider. I would definitely recommend her. With her help, I'm feeling better already. [10/06/19 Heathgrades.com]
• I took a big fall during a trail race and injured my wrist. Kate took the time to listen to my complaints and made a plan that we both agreed on. [10/03/19 Heathgrades.com]
• She is smart and a little funny. She made the room comfortable and that made it easier for me to listen to what she says. [09/15/19 RateMDs.com]
• She was knowledgeable, friendly, and personable. I felt very welcome here. I do not really want to be hurt again, but if I am, I would gladly she Ms. Doremus again. [09/15/19 RateMDs.com]

Ivan I. Drazek, PA

Physician Assistant

Education:

• PA-C LeMoyne College, NY
• BS Sacred Heart University, CT - Human Movement/Sports Medicine Program

Internship:

• Orthopaedics - Two elective rotations:
  • General Orthopaedics
  • Sports Medicine

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY
• Staff Physician Assistant, Watertown Area Boxing Club, Watertown, NY

Affiliations:

• PAOS - Physician Assistants in Orthopaedic Surgery
• AAPA - American Academy of Physician Assistants
• NYSSPA - New York State Society of Physician Assistants

Languages:

• Russian (fluent speaking)
• Polish (conversational speaking)

Testimonials:

• Saw Ivan and needed Cortisone shot in knee. He had X-rays taken to update my records and gave me shot, even though he really did not want to because I am diabetic and cortisone raises my sugars. Pain was pretty bad and I was past due for shot. Shot did raise sugars considerably high but pain is so much better today. Now I go back in eight weeks and they are getting Monovisc pre-approved and will try that as it is one shot and does not raise my sugars. Thank you Ivan for helping me out with this pain and for genuinely caring!!! - Laura P. in Orwell, NY

Karen L. Fish, PA

Physician Assistant

Education:

• PA-C University of Nebraska Medical College, NE
• BS University of Nebraska Medical College, NE
• AS George Washington University, DC

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY

Affiliations:

• AAPA - American Academy of Physician Assistants

Military Experience:

• Major, Battalion Physician Assistant, 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum, NY

Testimonials:

• I had a very good experience with Karen Fish PA. After showing me and explaining the results of my X-rays and MRI, her gentle examination confirmed that she knew where it hurt. She knew the right places to touch and the right questions to ask to quickly diagnose my problem. [12/20/18 Healthgrades.com]
• My daughter had a wonderful experience with PA Fish! She explained everything to her in detail and really took the the extra time to make sure we understood everything. Great! [12/20/18 Healthgrades.com]

Stephen M. Hanna, PA

Physician Assistant

Education:

• MPAS University of Nebraska, NE
• BMS University of Nebraska, NE
• AS Pima Community College, AZ

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY

Affiliations:

• AAPA - American Academy of Physician Assistants
• NYSSPA - New York State Society of Physician Assistants
• AFPPA - Association of Family Practice Physician Assistants
• IPASS - Interservice Physician Assistant Student Society

Military Experience:

• First Lieutenant, Squadron Physician Assistant, 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum, NY
• First Lieutenant, Battalion Physician Assistant, 1^st Infantry Division, Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Michael K. McElheran, PA

Physician Assistant

Education:

• PA-C University of Nebraska Medical College, NE
• BS University of Nebraska Medical College, NE

Residency:

• Orthopaedic Physician Assistant Residency Program, Brooke Army Medical Center, TX

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Lewis County General Hospital, Lowville, NY

Affiliations:

• SAPA - Society of Army Physician Assistants

Military Experience:

• Captain, Staff Orthopaedic Physician Assistant, Fort Drum Orthopaedic Clinic, Fort Drum, NY

Testimonials:

Dustin T. Overholt, PA

Physician Assistant

Education:

• MPAS, University of Nebraska, NE
• BS Physician Assistant Studies, University of Nebraska, NE
• BA History, University of Alaska, AK

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY

Military Experience:

• 2 Bronze Stars, Purple Heart, Air Medal, 3 Meritorious Service Medals, 3 Commendation Medals
• Orthopedic Physician Assistant, Guthrie Ambulatory Orthopaedic Clinic, Fort Drum, NY
• Deputy Surgeon, Combined Joint Task Force, Horn of Africa
• Gastroenterology Physician Assistant, McDonald Army Hospital, Fort Eustis, VA
• Chief of Troop Medical Services, McDonald Army Hospital, Fort Eustis, VA
• Deputy Chief of Orthopaedics, McDonald Army Hospital, Fort Eustis, VA
• Senior Aeromedical Physician Assistant, RC East and RC North, Bagram, Afghanistan
• Flight Surgeon, Aviation Combined Aid Station, Fort Drum, NY
• Physician Assistant, Connor Troop Medical Clinic, Fort Drum, NY
• RSTA Physican Assistant, Kandahar and Gorgon, Afghanistan
• Battalion Medical Officer, Executive Officer, HHC Commander, Iraq
• Rifleman, Riyadh and Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Barratt M. Schultz, PA

Physician Assistant

Education:

• PA-C University of Nebraska Medical College, NE
• BS Northern Illinois University, IL

Staff Appointments:

• Orthopedic Surgery, North Country Orthopaedic Ambulatory Surgery Center, Watertown, NY
• Orthopedic Surgery, Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY

Military Experience:

• Captain, Battalion Physician Assistant, 10th Mountain Division (Light), Fort Drum, NY