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Keynote Speaker

Meet David Yates, MD, DMD, FACS.

Dr. Yates is an internationally recognized Craniomaxillofacial Surgeon whose groundbreaking work in endoscopic craniosynostosis and cleft care has transformed the lives of children across the globe. Honored with multiple prestigious awards, including “Physician of the Year” and the ACPA’s “Emerging Leader Award,” he continues to pioneer innovative treatments while leading advanced craniofacial programs at El Paso Children’s Hospital. Discover more about his inspiring journey and impact by clicking below.

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Star Summit 2025 Speakers

Connecting brilliant minds from across the world to inspire the next chapter in pediatric cranial care.

Dr. Vybhav Deraje

Dr. Vybhav Deraje

  • Chief Craniofacial & Plastic Surgeon
  • Founder & Director of The Head Shape Clinic
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Dr. Fernando Jimeno

  • Pediatric Neurosurgeon at Asimetría Craneal
  • Specializes in plagiocephaly and craniosynostosis
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Melissa C. Stout, BOCO

  • Orthotic Team Lead at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital
  • CRO specialist
Shannon O'Shea

Shannon O'Shea, CPO

  • Sr. Manager, National Pediatric Program at Hanger Clinic
  • Specializes in CRO
Ryan Nix

Ryan Nix, PT/DPT/ DN

  • Rehab Support Dir. at Horton's O&P
  • Doctorate of Physical Therapy at UCA
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Cassie Mathis, CPO

  • Owner of Baby Bear Cranial Clinic
  • Lead practitioner
Elizabeth Kern

Liz Kern, PT/ DPT

  • Head Shape Clinic Team at Lurie Children's Hospital
  • Specializes in pediatric physical therapy
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Allison Kimura, CO/ LO

  • Pediatric & Cranial Specialist at MedEast Bionics
  • 27 years of experience
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Jessica Corso, CO/ LO

  • O&P team at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
  • Co-Chair for the AAOP Craniofacial Society
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Darren Poidevin, CLPO

  • Clinical Program Director of the Cranial Remolding Program at UT Health San Antonio
  • Faculty Member
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Ryan Schuetzle, CPO

  • Pediatric Orthotic Specialist at Chicago Pediatric Orthotics
  • Over 10 years of experience
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Jotera L. Haffner, CPO

  • Clinician at Pacific Medical
  • Cranial remolding orthoses specialist
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Inês Oliveira, CPO

  • Over 4 years at ATN Medical
  • Participated in 1,000+ care programs
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Breanna Baltrusch, CPO

  • Head Shape Clinic Team at Lurie Children's Hospital
  • Expertise in CRO and pediatric prosthetics
Maggie Hutchinson

Maggie Hutchinson, LCO

  • Orthotic specialist at Hanger Clinic
  • Passionate about CRO and pediatric care
Geof Tibbs

Geof Tibbs, CO/CPOA

  • CRO specialist at Tierney O&P
  • Treated over 2,000 CRO patients
Cristina Pinto

Cristina Pinto, CPO

  • Over 6 years at ATN Medical
  • Specializes in pediatric care
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Lindsey Griffin, CO

  • Owner & Founder of Tiny Wonders
  • Over 12 years of experience
Noreen Pulte

Noreen Pulte, APRN/CPNP-PC

  • Leads the Head Shape Clinic Team at Lurie Children's Hospital
Jennifer Richards

Jennifer Richards, CPO

  • Adjunct faculty member at IIOP
  • Passionate with research & education
Alex Betancourt

Alex Betancourt, CPO

  • Manager, POPS at Shriners Children's Erie
  • MSPO (Univ. Pitt), MBA (Johns Hopkins)
Kandice Mitchell

Kandice Mitchell, LPOA/COA/NREMT-P

  • Orthotic Prosthetic Assistant at Horton's O&P
  • Over 10 years experience
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Christina Hinton, CP

  • Cranial Products Manager at Orthomerica
  • Developer of Starband 3D
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Amy Barrios, CPO

  • Product Manager, Digital Clinical Applications at Orthomerica
  • 13 years of experience
Rob Tetro

Rob Tetro

  • Cranial Operations Manager at Orthomerica
  • Specialized focus on CRO and Starscanner

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