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Physician Executive & Advisor | Clinical Operations & Strategy | Orthopedic Surgeon
Benjamin Schwartz
Physician Executive & Orthopedic Surgeon, Value-Based Care & Clinical Strategy
A fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with 17 years of high-volume hip and knee practice, now focused on physician leadership, clinical governance, and value-based care. Currently serving as Physician Executive & Senior Advisor at Commons Clinic, Chair of the AAHKS Practice Management Committee, and Editorial Board Member of the Journal of Arthroplasty. Recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2022–2025).
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About My Practice
About Me
Physician executive with deep experience in musculoskeletal care, ambulatory surgery, and clinical operations, focused on improving quality, access, and value in specialty care delivery. After 17 years as a high-volume hip and knee surgeon, I transitioned into physician leadership to drive system-level impact — aligning physicians, reducing unnecessary variation, and translating value-based care principles into day-to-day clinical operations.
Value-Based Care
Translating VBC principles into practical clinical operations that improve outcomes and reduce costs
Clinical Excellence
Committed to evidence-based practices and high-quality patient-centered care delivery
Physician Leadership
Empowering clinicians through governance, alignment, and strategic decision-making
Healthcare Innovation
Advising and investing in digital health companies improving MSK care and diagnostics
Qualifications
- Master of Business Administration - MBA - Quantic School of Business and Technology (2021 - 2022)
- Doctor of Medicine - MD - Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine (1998 - 2002)
- Orthopedic Surgery Residency - Boston University School of Medicine (2002 - 2007)
- Adult Reconstruction Fellowship - Anderson Orthopedic Clinic (2007 - 2008)
- BS, Biology - Magna Cum Laude - William & Mary (1994 - 1998)
Professional Memberships
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) - Chair, Practice Management Committee
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) - Fellow (FAAOS)
Journal of Arthroplasty - Editorial Board Member
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Certified
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
MATTER - Startup Mentor
MIT Hacking Medicine - Mentor
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Sarah Johnson
✓ Verified2 weeks ago
Service Quality
Excellent service! The staff was very professional and attentive. The overall experience exceeded my expectations.
Michael Chen
✓ Verified1 month ago
Staff Professionalism
Outstanding experience from start to finish. The team was knowledgeable, friendly, and made me feel comfortable throughout.
Emily Rodriguez
✓ Verified3 weeks ago
Service Quality
Highly recommend! The service was prompt, efficient, and the attention to detail was remarkable. Very satisfied!
David Thompson
✓ Verified2 months ago
Overall Experience
Professional, courteous, and efficient. The staff went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect.
Lisa Anderson
✓ Verified1 week ago
Staff Professionalism
Amazing service! The team was responsive, professional, and truly cared about providing the best experience possible.
James Wilson
✓ Verified3 months ago
Service Quality
Top-notch service quality. Everything was handled professionally and efficiently. Would definitely recommend to others.
Sarah Johnson
✓ Verified2 weeks ago
Service Quality
Excellent service! The staff was very professional and attentive. The overall experience exceeded my expectations.
Michael Chen
✓ Verified1 month ago
Staff Professionalism
Outstanding experience from start to finish. The team was knowledgeable, friendly, and made me feel comfortable throughout.
Emily Rodriguez
✓ Verified3 weeks ago
Service Quality
Highly recommend! The service was prompt, efficient, and the attention to detail was remarkable. Very satisfied!
David Thompson
✓ Verified2 months ago
Overall Experience
Professional, courteous, and efficient. The staff went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect.
Lisa Anderson
✓ Verified1 week ago
Staff Professionalism
Amazing service! The team was responsive, professional, and truly cared about providing the best experience possible.
James Wilson
✓ Verified3 months ago
Service Quality
Top-notch service quality. Everything was handled professionally and efficiently. Would definitely recommend to others.
Sarah Johnson
✓ Verified2 weeks ago
Service Quality
Excellent service! The staff was very professional and attentive. The overall experience exceeded my expectations.
Michael Chen
✓ Verified1 month ago
Staff Professionalism
Outstanding experience from start to finish. The team was knowledgeable, friendly, and made me feel comfortable throughout.
Emily Rodriguez
✓ Verified3 weeks ago
Service Quality
Highly recommend! The service was prompt, efficient, and the attention to detail was remarkable. Very satisfied!
David Thompson
✓ Verified2 months ago
Overall Experience
Professional, courteous, and efficient. The staff went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect.
Lisa Anderson
✓ Verified1 week ago
Staff Professionalism
Amazing service! The team was responsive, professional, and truly cared about providing the best experience possible.
James Wilson
✓ Verified3 months ago
Service Quality
Top-notch service quality. Everything was handled professionally and efficiently. Would definitely recommend to others.
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Professional Experience
Career journey and professional roles
Physician Executive & Senior Advisor
Commons Clinic
Hybrid
Jun 2024 - Present
Full-time
Advising executive leadership on clinical strategy, physician engagement, and care model development. Supporting clinical operations, quality, and growth initiatives across physician-led care models.
1 yr 10 mos
Editor-in-Chief, The Surgeon's Record
Commons Clinic
Remote
Jun 2024 - Present
Contract
Editor-in-Chief of a weekly newsletter highlighting issues within healthcare with a focus on value-based specialty care.
1 yr 10 mos
Chair - Practice Management Committee
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
United States
Feb 2025 - Present
Volunteer
Responsible for all matters relating to business, reimbursement and coding for the services of hip and knee surgeons. Supporting the Health Policy Council in their responsibilities.
1 yr 2 mos
Advisor, Investor, Medical Board Member
Healthcare & Digital Health (Freelance)
United States
Jan 2020 - Present
Freelance
Advising growth-stage healthcare and digital health companies on clinical strategy, MSK care models, ASC integration, and value-based care design. Supporting founders on clinical governance, evidence strategy, and go-to-market alignment.
6 yrs 3 mos
Physician Member - National Practice Board
Spire Orthopedic Partners
United States
Sep 2023 - Aug 2025
Part-time
Advisory team of physicians working jointly with executive leadership to advance clinical innovation and orthopedic excellence across partner practices.
2 yrs
Total Joint Program Medical Director
Orthopedic Surgical Center of the North Shore
On-site
Sep 2023 - Aug 2025
Contract
Developed and implemented outpatient joint replacement quality and outcomes plan for an MSO-backed ASC. Directed all medical aspects of Joint Program operations including data analysis and cost savings measures.
2 yrs
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Spire Orthopedic Partners
United States
Aug 2008 - Aug 2025
Full-time
Fellowship-trained joint replacement surgeon focused on value-based hip and knee arthritis care. Saved $7,000 per patient and $400,000 overall in the CMS BPCI-A program through evidence-based practices.
17 yrs 1 mo
Medical Director of Orthopaedics
Anna Jaques Hospital - Beth Israel Lahey Health
Greater Boston, MA
Apr 2018 - Apr 2022
Full-time
Led multi-disciplinary team integrating musculoskeletal service line across a 13-hospital health system. Developed clinical care protocols to enhance process efficiency, improve quality and safety.
4 yrs 1 mo
Advisor
Sword Health
Remote
Jun 2023 - Jun 2024
Contract
Member of Sword Health On-Call Advisory Committee providing monthly ad hoc advisory services to a Series D MSK digital health company.
1 yr 1 mo
Op-Med Fellow
Doximity
Remote
Jun 2019 - Jun 2020
Contract
Authored a series of 6 original written opinion articles for a clinical audience on healthcare topics.
1 yr 1 mo
Professional Certifications
Continuing education and specialized training certifications
Fellow - FAAOS
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
Present
Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Present
Physician License - Massachusetts
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Present
Core Competencies
Expertise and specialized skills in occupational therapy
Clinical & Surgical
Orthopedic SurgeryHip & Knee ArthroplastyJoint ReplacementClinical OperationsAmbulatory Surgical CentersOutpatient Surgery
Leadership & Strategy
Medical LeadershipHealthcare StrategyPhysician EngagementClinical GovernanceHealthcare LeadershipMedical Practice Management
Value-Based Care
Value-Based CareCMS BPCI-ABundled PaymentsCare Model DesignQuality ImprovementCost Reduction
Digital Health & Innovation
Digital HealthGenerative AIHealthcare ConsultingStart-upsAdvisory BoardsMedical Technology
Research & Writing
Medical WritingPeer ReviewEditorial LeadershipThought LeadershipHealthcare ConsultingElectronic Health Records (EHR)
Awards & Honors
Recognition for academic excellence and professional achievements
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly
2022 - 2025
Recognized as a Top Doctor for four consecutive years for excellence in orthopedic surgery.
Department of Surgery Award for Clinical Excellence and Professionalism
North Shore Medical Center
2015
Awarded for outstanding clinical performance and professional conduct.
Physician of the Year - Clinical Excellence
Columbus Regional Health System
2014
Recognized as Physician of the Year for exemplary clinical excellence.
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
2002
Inducted into the national medical honor society recognizing academic excellence in medicine.
Lahey Clinic Resident Research Award
Boston University School of Medicine
2007
Awarded for outstanding research contributions during orthopedic surgery residency.
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