Our Residents

Connor Crutchfield, MD

Medical school
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

Undergraduate education
Hamilton College

Medical areas of interest
Sports medicine, upper extremity, patient-reported-outcomes

Interests/hobbies
Lacrosse, soccer, painting, running, snowboarding, camping, traveling, quoting movies, and owning as many houseplants as possible

Why I chose Dartmouth
Dartmouth Orthopaedics is incredibly special because it has struck the balance of elite surgical training, resident-well being, and impactful research, all in one of the most objectively beautiful locations in the country. You would also be hard-pressed to find a more supportive and familial environment to train in anywhere. I chose Dartmouth for the opportunity to learn one-on-one from an inspiring faculty that is committed to making its residents proficient and well-rounded orthopaedic surgeons that will advance their fields. From top to bottom, there is a culture of excellence here that translates to phenomenal fellowship matches each year and every day, I am excited to go to work with this group. I feel so fortunate to be a part of the Dartmouth team and, as a native of New Hampshire, for the ability to give back to the community that raised me.

Rachel Hess, MD

Medical school
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah

Undergraduate education
Bard College

Medical areas of interest
Pediatric orthopaedics; trauma; orthopaedic oncology; gender parity in orthopaedic surgery; innovations in medical education; advocacy and human rights in healthcare; orthopaedic access in tribal and rural communities

Interests/hobbies
Cross-country skiing, trail running, mountain biking, boating/sea kayaking, playing with my springer spaniel, writing letters to friends, reading, and hosting dinner parties

Why I chose Dartmouth
Dartmouth truly captured my heart with its genuine commitment to nurturing the surgical skills and academic interests of its residents while fostering a balanced and fulfilling life outside the hospital. Dartmouth was exactly what I wanted in a training program--a major academic center serving a large rural catchment area, offering diverse exposure to various orthopaedic specialties and pathologies, all under exceptional faculty mentorship. During my rotation, I was impressed by the range of complex surgical cases and traumas I encountered. The residents and faculty created an atmosphere filled with teamwork, laughter, and camaraderie, including me as a valued member of the team from day one. Additionally, the Upper Valley is a magical place to train and live, offering countless opportunities for lake, river, and mountain adventures. Where else would I get to live on a blueberry farm during residency?

Benjamin Lynch, MD

Medical school
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

Undergraduate education
Wesleyan University

Medical areas of interest
Pediatric orthopaedics, sports medicine, foot and ankle

Interests/hobbies
Rowing, canoeing, biking, skiing, tromping through the woods, playing cards, listening to live music

Why I chose Dartmouth
The culture. There is an emphasis on teaching at all levels and a strong dedication to caring for patients. The faculty are down-to-earth, supportive, and approachable. The residents are tight-knit, dedicated to one another, and are known within the hospital and the community. After spending time here as a medical student, I knew this environment would encourage personal growth in tandem with phenomenal training. Additionally, I grew up in the Upper Valley and I’m excited to return home. Being close to family, the Dartmouth Skiway, the Connecticut River, the White Mountains, and the beauty of the Upper Valley is hard to beat!

Paul Wilson, MD

Medical school
University of Washington

Undergraduate education
Carroll College

Medical areas of interest
Orthopedic trauma, infection prevention, patient reported outcomes, access to care/underserved populations.

Interests/hobbies
All about the outdoors—whether it's skiing, hiking, or mountain biking. Indoors, you'll find me watching a football game, hitting some back squats, or diving into a good book. I also love to cook and share great food and beers with friends and family.

Why I chose Dartmouth
When I rotated at Dartmouth as a medical student, I was immediately drawn to the program and impressed by everyone I interacted with. The residents make an incredible team and have a great culture. The faculty members were also all very engaged, excited to teach, and proud of the program they have built. The Upper Valley is also a special place, with all of the activities I love minutes from the hospital. It also serves a huge catchment area, providing exceptional care to rural residents from the surrounding area.

Meghan Malloy, MD

Medical school
Medical College of Wisconsin

Undergraduate education
Marquette University

Medical areas of interest
Pediatric orthopedics, hand surgery, orthopedic oncology, community engagement, and public health.

Interests/hobbies
Yoga, tennis, weightlifting, cooking, traveling, craft brews, and cheering on the Packers with my friends and family

Why Dartmouth
On my interview day, the incredible sense of community and collegiality among not just the residents but the entire program’s faculty and staff was palpable. I was interested in a program that felt like a family while also giving me top-notch surgical training in all areas of orthopedics and preparing me to thrive in whatever I choose to practice. I think Dartmouth excels in this, and the chance to explore a beautiful new place is a huge plus!

Gabriel Masters, MD

Medical school
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University

Undergraduate education
Hamilton College

Interests/hobbies
Comic books, ice hockey, wildlife, and local adventures!

Why I chose Dartmouth
Dartmouth has an abundance of human capital, with residents that have built a tight-knit community of authentic people. The program pushes residents to be great physicians, who are supported by faculty heavily invested in their training and well-being. Located in the Upper Valley, it provides access to beautiful wilderness to get outdoors and enjoy life outside the hospital.

Natalya McNamara, MD

Medical school
University of Utah School of Medicine

Undergraduate education
Montana State University

Interests/hobbies
All outdoor activities ranging from pickleball to backcountry skiing with my husband and friends. Unsuccessfully maintaining my Covid hobbies of baking sourdough bread, reading, and vegetable gardening. The Buffalo Bills! An occasional Netflix binge.

Why I chose Dartmouth
I chose Dartmouth because the faculty here is exceptionally committed to cultivating the surgical skill, academic interest, and life outside the hospital of their residents. When I rotated here as a medical student, the residents were engaged with complex cases, busy OR schedules, consults, caring for rural and underserved patients, and evidenced-based education while simultaneously teaching each other, lending a hand when needed, and having a ton of fun. Plus, New Hampshire is stunning and full of more craft IPAs, swimming holes, mountain/gravel biking, and local cheese than my wildest dreams!

Dustin Runzo, MD

Medical school
Eastern Virginia Medical School

Graduate education
Eastern Virginia Medical School, MS

Undergraduate education
Davidson College

Medical areas of interest
Sports medicine, shoulder/upper extremity surgery, pediatric orthopedics

Interests/hobbies
Hiking/camping, running, fishing, coaching youth and high school wrestling, playing guitar, finding neat local coffee shops

Why I chose Dartmouth
The people! When I rotated here as a medical student, the residents and attendings seemed to take a genuine interest in myself and my education. From the interns to the chiefs, I felt welcomed. The support staff in the OR’s and elsewhere in the hospital were also incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. I felt like I had found a group of people with whom I would love to spend the next years of my training. Additionally, the hospital is surrounded by forests and hiking trails—how cool is that?! The variety of outdoor activities available in the surrounding areas allows for years of adventures to come.

Alton Daley, DO

Medical school
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Middletown

Undergraduate education
University of Massachusetts-Boston

Medical areas of interest
Adult reconstruction, sports medicine, patient-reported-outcomes, international orthopaedics

Interests/hobbies
Ice hockey, weightlifting, spending time with family, anything outdoors with my wife and dog. Love to cook but am unfortunately a below average chef.

Why I chose Dartmouth
During my time spent at Dartmouth as a medical student, I was immediately drawn to the collegial culture established between residents and attendings. Further, the extremely close-knit and family-like nature of the program was comforting for me and my family as we prepared for the challenges associated with residency. Lastly, the Upper Valley offers a beautiful setting rich with opportunity for exploration and enjoyment outside of the hospital!

Abraham Ouweleen, MD

Medical school
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Undergraduate education
Georgetown University

Medical areas of interest
Trauma, ACL reconstruction, under-served populations

Interests/hobbies
Playing cello and guitar, running, biking, snowboarding, english literature

Why I chose Dartmouth
When I rotated at Dartmouth I very quickly realized there was no other program like it. It is quite literally a level one academic medical center in the middle of a forest, surrounded by the beautiful Upper Valley and situated next to a bustling Ivy League university. The size of the program and the dedication to teaching at a resident level foster nuanced, longitudinal instruction and mentorship across the full breadth of orthopaedic sub-specialties in a way that stood out to me compared to other programs. And yet unlike many other smaller programs that may offer similar benefits, Dartmouth is a major academic center with a vast catchment area and exposure to a well-rounded mix of orthopaedic pathologies. Finally, the staff and residents have a down-to-earth demeanor enriched by a passion for patient care as well as a passion for the outdoors and active living. It seemed to me that the nourishment and enjoyment the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center staff and residents get from living in such a beautiful place helps them show up to work with energy and commitment to excellent care. I wanted to train in a place that would provide tailored, long-term, and excellent evidence-based instruction. I also wanted to train in a place that I felt would nourish me and provide an exciting and well-rounded life outside the hospital. Dartmouth does both of those things in a truly unique way. 
 

Joseph Rogers, MD

Medical school
Eastern Virginia Medical School

Undergraduate education
University of Virginia

Interests/hobbies
Hiking/camping, running, UVA sports, fitness, reading

Why I chose Dartmouth
When I rotated at Dartmouth as a medical student, I was really impressed by how invested faculty are in resident education and success. There’s a real collegial and family-like environment between residents and faculty, and I felt welcomed as part of the team from my first day. The Upper Valley is also objectively a beautiful place to live and train.

Nathan Saxby, MD

Medical school
University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine

Graduate education
Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health, MPH

Undergraduate education
Colorado State University

Medical areas of interest
Global health and orthopaedics, orthopaedic trauma, pediatric orthopaedics, hand surgery

Interests/hobbies
I enjoy skiing in all forms, ultra-distance trail running, cycling, mushroom hunting, photography, napping, being a dog-dad, and trying to convince you to move to Alaska.

Why I chose Dartmouth
During my rotation at Dartmouth, I felt an instant fit. The residents and faculty were awesome to learn from, work alongside, and in general spend time with. I continued to feel their support even after my sub-internship was long over. And, beyond the doors of the hospital, the outdoor opportunities afforded by life in the Upper Valley were hard to beat. The ease of access to beautiful spaces and trails made destressing a cinch. When I reflected on what was important to me, the environment that I experienced both within the hospital and surrounding it made Dartmouth the obvious choice.
 

Ann Marie Kelly, MD

Medical School
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

Undergraduate Education
University of Notre Dame

Medical Areas of Interest
International Orthopaedics & Global Health, Orthopaedic Patients Experiences (Doctor-Patient Relationship, Physician Burnout)

Interests/Hobbies
I enjoy spending time outside while running, hiking, fishing, biking, skiing, surfing- and spending quality time with my family, friends, and my husband, Dan. I love Peloton workouts, yoga, traveling, and writing. 

Why I Chose Dartmouth
The overall culture of education and collaboration is unparalleled. The faculty members are genuinely committed to your success and overall well-being –and they are very passionate about your education. The program’s commitment to Orthopaedic Global Health was also a huge draw for me. Finally, the Upper Valley’s natural beauty and ample opportunities to pursue my outdoor hobbies solidified the fact that there was no better place for me to pursue my education than at Dartmouth.
 

Patrick Mazza, MD

Medical School 
Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine 

Undergraduate Education 
University of Notre Dame 

Medical Areas of Interest 
Arthroplasty, Periprosthetic joint infection, Orthopaedic oncology 

Interests/Hobbies 
Hiking, skiing, longboarding, pond hockey, pick-up basketball, Tame Impala, trap bar deadlifts, burritos 

Why I chose Dartmouth 
Dartmouth stood out due to its family-like atmosphere and culture of striving for collective success. It was evident during the interview process and in getting to know the residents ahead of me that the Dartmouth faculty members are amazing mentors and are committed to helping residents become the best orthopaedic surgeons and people they can be. Dartmouth is a well-rounded training environment and a launching point for future success in any orthopaedic subspecialty. In addition, the Upper Valley is an incredible place to live with easy access to so many amazing hobbies that can help you stay well-rounded. 

Michael McNamara, MD

Medical School
Medical College of Wisconsin 

Undergraduate Education
Georgetown University

Medical Areas of Interest
Orthopedic Oncology, Patient-Reported-Outcomes, Health Care Policy 

Interests/Hobbies
Music! Both playing various instruments and finding fresh cuts. Running and keeping my body fit.

Why I chose Dartmouth
When I visited Dartmouth, the warmth of the faculty and residents I felt on interview day was doubled in person. I wanted to surround myself with advocates for myself and for patients that was also equipped with the resources to produce meaningful research– both of which are unparalleled here!

Eric Colomb, MD

Medical School
University of Michigan

Undergraduate Education
University of Michigan

Interests/Hobbies
Spending time with friends and family. Exploring the outdoors year-round. Hiking, camping, and skiing. Playing guitar. Board games. Traveling. Michigan Basketball.

Why I chose Dartmouth
During my interview, Dartmouth faculty and residents stood out as friendly and invested in resident education. The Upper Valley has so much to offer regarding outdoor activities and a close-knit community.

Mike Fort, MD, MPH

Medical School
Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, MN

Undergraduate Education
Cornell University

Graduate Education
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, MPH

Medical Interests
Shoulder/upper extremity surgery, hand surgery, international orthopaedics, health policy

Interests/Hobbies
Soccer, cooking, running, comedy, watching good movies, and some bad movies

Why I chose Dartmouth
Dartmouth’s interview day was one of the most thorough I participated in and showed right away the program’s commitment to resident education. With only 1 fellow in the department, residents are given more opportunities for learning and more one-on-one time with attendings. Additionally, the department’s national leadership in health policy and outcomes research was a huge draw for me. Being originally from NH, I also looked forward to the opportunity to live close to home, family, and friends in the beautiful Upper Valley.

James Gregory, MD

Medical School
Medical University of South Carolina

Undergraduate Education
Case Western Reserve University

Medical Areas of Interest
Arthroplasty, Foot & Ankle, Orthopaedic Patient Experiences

Interests/Hobbies
Freeskiing, Photography, Mountain Biking, Motorsports

Why I chose Dartmouth
Dartmouth Orthopaedics is truly in a league of its own and the ideal program for resident training. All orthopaedic sub-specialties are not only represented at DHMC, but the attendings under whom we train are veritable titans of the field. As the only tertiary referral center in a ~100 mile radius, there is an abundance of complex pathology to which we provide care. Beyond the educational opportunities, what sets Dartmouth apart is the genuine investment in one another and support amongst the department. The entire orthopaedics team, irrespective of whether they are part of the clinical, administrative, or research staff, has a familial dynamic and works to help each member excel. Outside of work, the Upper Valley is simply breathtaking and truly a playground for those who love the outdoors.

Julia Schwarz, MD

Medical School
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Undergraduate Education
Yale University

Interests/Hobbies
Ultimate Frisbee, hiking and packrafting, and making ice cream.

Why I chose Dartmouth
I chose Dartmouth for the fantastic faculty that are passionate about resident education, the close knit group of residents that I’m excited to learn from and work with, and the amazing location in the Upper Valley to live in.