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Dr. Andrew Elkwood is the CEO of ARSA, providing visionary leadership and strategic direction. He holds dual certifications in general surgery and plastic surgery from the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. 

Dr. Elkwood is the founder of The Institute for Advanced Reconstruction and the director of the Center for Treatment of Paralysis and Reconstructive Nerve Surgery at Jersey Shore Medical Center. He specializes in brachial plexus and lumbosacral plexus surgical procedures. 

At ARSA, Dr. Elkwood oversees clinical and operational leadership, focusing on strategic growth initiatives, M&A prospects, physician recruitment, and research and development. Ensuring that ARSA is a physician-centric institution, Dr. Elkwood is known for his hands-on leadership style, taking a personal interest in the development of each practice within ARSA's programs to ensure exceptional patient care. 

Dr. Elkwood holds multiple academic positions, including assistant professor in the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Seton Hall-Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine, associate clinical professor of surgery at Drexel University College of Medicine, and clinical associate professor in the Department of Surgery at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He is a frequent contributor and reviewer for various scientific journals.  

Educational Background   
Dr. Elkwood completed a rigorous six-year integrated B.S./M.D. program at Union College in Schenectady, New York, and Albany Medical College of Union University in Albany, New York. He pursued his general surgical residency and Plastic and Reconstructive Fellowship at New York University and Bellevue Hospital. During his residency and fellowship, Dr. Elkwood also earned an MBA in Economics from Columbia University. 

Mark Donati brings extensive operational expertise and a proven track record to his role as Chief Operating Officer of ARSA. His career is characterized by strategic leadership and operational excellence. 

Mark began his career as a Registered Nurse before transitioning to operational leadership. He has managed complex, multi-site, and multi-state healthcare organizations across commercial, public, and private equity sectors. Mark was a key leader in a few platforms in the dialysis sector for nearly two decades and recently enhanced the operational efficiency and revenue streams of the largest Med Spa provider in the country. 

Mark excels in physician relationship management and operations leadership, fostering collaborative and high-performing teams. His proactive and versatile approach to executive management has earned him high recommendations from colleagues and partners. 

Educational Background   
Mark holds a BS in Biology from the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Thomas Jefferson University. He also earned an MBA in Healthcare Administration from La Salle University. 

Paul A. Valenti serves as the Chief Financial Officer of ARSA, showcasing his deep financial acumen and forward-thinking approach. He has over three decades of experience as a CFO across diverse industries. 

Paul's career in finance and business spans a range of industries and company sizes. He began his professional journey at Ernst & Young, gaining a strong foundation in financial practices. His broad-based experience encompasses domestic and international ventures, from startups to medium and large enterprises. Paul has held roles at notable companies including Sterling Drugs and J.P. Morgan Chase, contributing his expertise to the pharmaceutical and banking sectors.

Paul's strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities have positioned ARSA for rapid growth. His team-oriented approach and deep financial insight make him an indispensable part of ARSA’s ongoing success. 

Educational Background  
Paul earned a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Fairfield University and a Master’s degree in Finance from Pace University. He is also a Certified Public Accountant. 

Jennifer is the Chief Compliance Officer and Specialty Program Executive at ARSA, with over 16 years of expertise in healthcare compliance. She previously served as the Vice President of Compliance and Privacy at United Urology Group.
 
Jennifer leads ARSA’s compliance team, developing policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure regulatory adherence. She works closely with executive leadership to implement strategic initiatives promoting ethical conduct and regularly conducts risk assessments and audits. Jennifer’s exceptional ability to navigate HIPAA and other critical healthcare compliance issues ensures ARSA meets all mandatory requirements, safeguarding both employees and patients. 

Educational Background   
Jennifer holds a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Johns Hopkins University and is certified in general compliance, privacy, and research compliance through the Health Care Compliance Association. 

Mark McDonald is ARSA’s Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions, overseeing strategic acquisitions and partnerships with reconstructive and cosmetic surgery practices. 

Mark has held various corporate and business development roles in publicly traded and private equity-backed companies, focusing on physician practice management, dialysis, and hospice sub-specialties. He is renowned for his ability to identify prospects and guide acquisitions from inception to completion. 

Mark is committed to staying abreast of industry trends, continuously seeking professional development opportunities to ensure ARSA remains at the forefront of strategic growth. 

Educational Background   
Mark holds a bachelor's degree in Commerce from the McIntire School of Commerce at the University of Virginia and an MBA from the Owen School of Management at Vanderbilt University. 

Ed Cunning is an accomplished marketing executive specializing in developing and executing impactful digital communications strategies. He currently serves as the Vice President of Marketing and Patient Experience at ARSA, focusing on enhancing patient engagement and satisfaction. 

Before joining ARSA, Ed worked on Madison Avenue at top digital agencies, specializing in digital promotion. He has extensive experience running digital strategy for Procter & Gamble Family Health brands such as Crest, Oral-B, Metamucil, and Prilosec OTC. He has also collaborated with world-renowned hospitals such as Maimonides, Northwell Health Systems, and Montefiore Hospital, focusing on crisis communications, social media, and media training for executive teams. 

Ed is known for his data-driven approach, using cutting-edge tools to identify and market to target audiences. He specializes in all parts of the patient journey, leading and supporting practices within ARSA on patient capture, intake, and satisfaction. His ability to drive brand growth and engagement through innovative marketing initiatives continues to make significant contributions to the field. 

Educational Background 
Ed obtained his BA in Strategic Communications from Seton Hall University and holds a Master’s in Corporate Communications with an emphasis on Healthcare Management from Seton Hall University.  

Anthony Bilardo serves as Vice President of Operations for ARSA, bringing over a decade of operational and development experience in specialty medicine. He is responsible for scaling operational excellence across the platform, driving growth initiatives, and assisting with revenue cycle management.

Anthony is known for his strength in value creation, demonstrated by his ability to negotiate win-win solutions in real-time and align decision-making with the overall vision. He is driven by the belief that when there is alignment in the mission, commercial success removes barriers to healthcare access and leads to extraordinary patient outcomes.  

Educational Background 
Anthony holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Ramapo College of New Jersey and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Healthcare Management from Messiah University.

Jaimee Nadell has spent the last decade working with healthcare organizations to optimize reimbursement. Jaimee currently serves as the Vice President of Payer Strategies for ARSA. During her tenure, Jaimee has developed and implemented strategies across the entire spectrum of the revenue cycle process aimed at increasing revenue. Jaimee is also a licensed attorney and advises ARSA on all legal issues impacting reimbursement.

Jaimee focuses heavily on payer contracting, where she helps ARSA and its clients negotiate favorable terms with major payers. She has experience with global provider agreements, covering a wide range of services and procedures, as well as single case agreements for specialty procedures in the non-par space. Jaimee monitors and analyzes payer policies and trends, and advises ARSA and its clients on how to optimize their contractual relationships and revenue cycle workflows.

Education Background
Jaimee holds a B.A. in Political Science from Columbia University and a Juris Doctorate from New York Law School. She dedicated the first six years of her legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in Bronx County, New York, investigating and prosecuting both misdemeanor and felony cases.