Meet Your Upper Extremity Team

Adam Metzler, MD

Orthopaedic Surgeon, Sport Medicine, OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Adam Metzler, MD, specializes in minimally invasive shoulder and knee surgery. Considered one of Cincinnati’s “Top Docs” and a “Rising Star Medical Leader,” Dr. Metzler’s areas of interest and specialization include surgery techniques to restore mobility and function including anterior cruciate and complex knee ligament reconstruction, meniscus repair, cartilage restoration surgery, patella-femoral instability, arthroscopic rotator cuff repair, shoulder instability procedures, biceps tendon repair, clavicle fractures and ankle fractures. He also works with patients who require general orthopaedic fracture care.

As a native of Fairfield, Ohio, Dr. Metzler is a researcher working to uncover the best approaches to issue related to shoulder and knee conditions.

Matthew T. Desjardins, MD

Sport Medicine, OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Board Certified
Sports Medicine Physician

Medical School
Doctor of Medicine
Wayne State University

Residency
Family Medicine
Wake Forest University

Fellowship
Sports Medicine
University of Utah

Dr. DesJardins is board-certified and fellowship trained in sports medicine. He is a member of multiple professional societies and currently serves on the sports medicine advisory committee to the Kentucky High School Athletic Association. He is a consultant for several youth sports organizations, and serves as the Team Physician for Cooper High School, and Northern Kentucky University.

He served as a physician for the 2002 Winter Olympics and as a team doctor for the University of Utah.

Brandon J. Kohrs, DO

Orthopaedic Surgeon, Sport Medicine, OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Board Certified
Orthopaedic Surgery

Medical School
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Ohio University

Residency
Kettering Health Network

Fellowship
Cincinnati Elbow and Shoulder Fellowship with Dr. Michael Greiwe, Dr. Samar Hasan and Dr. Paul Favorito

A native of Northern Kentucky, Dr. Kohrs attended Newport Central Catholic High School and Thomas More College where he excelled academically and athletically.

Dr. Kohrs currently lives in Northern Kentucky with his wife Laura and their three children. He enjoys spending time with his family and has a personal interest in sports, weight lifting, and nutrition. He has gone on mission trips to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, and Burundi. His goal is to take a comprehensive, personalized approach in the care of his patients.

He has written a book chapter on indications for reverse shoulder arthroplasty as well as conducting research on shoulder and elbow replacements and fractures of the upper extremity. He is a Fellow Member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons.

Dr. Kohrs is the Team Physician for Newport Central Catholic High School.

Angel Velazquez, MD

Sport Medicine, OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Board Certified
Sports Medicine Physician

Medical School
Doctor of Medicine
Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara and Ponce School of Medicine

Residency
Family Medicine
St. Elizabeth Medical Center

Fellowship
Primary Care Sports Medicine
Bethesda Family Medicine

Dr. Angel Velazquez is board certified and specializes in the nonsurgical treatment of athletic injuries and problems in patients of all ages. He is one of very few physicians utilizing platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy to treat sports medicine injuries.

Dr. Velazquez has advanced training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, which he uses in the office to aid in diagnosing and treating orthopedic problems. He also sees patients for general orthopedic problems including arthritis and joint pain.

In his spare time, Dr. Velazquez spends as much time as possible with his family. He enjoys baseball and the outdoors. Other interests including cooking, salsa music and dancing.

Dr. Velazquez treats athletes, weekend warriors, non-athletes and anyone in between.

Kathy Boehmer, PT, SCS, ATC

Specialty Program Coordinator, Sports Medicine, St. Elizabeth Healthcare

Board Certified
Clinical Specialist, Sports Physical Therapy

Education
Master of Health Science
University of Indianapolis

Bachelor of Health Science, Physical Therapy
University of Kentucky

Bachelor of Science, Biology, Minor Athletic Training
Northern Kentucky University

Kathy Boehmer is a physical therapist and certified athletic trainer who works with a team of specialists to diagnose and treat individuals with injuries to their muscles and bones and works with individuals in the prevention of sports injuries. Her areas of interest include treating hip and knee injuries, sports hernias and athletic low back pain.

As a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy, she is passionate about working with recreational, high school, college and professional athletes. Throughout her 24 years of practice, she has provided educational opportunities for the community and staff at St. Elizabeth Healthcare. She also contributes health information and has been published in Healthy Headlines, In Touch and Healthy Neighbors Newsletters.

Logan Siemer, DPT

Physical Therapist, Sports Medicine, OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Board Certified
Blood Flow Restriction Certified
Champion Performance Specialist

Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy
University of Cincinnati

Bachelor of Science, Health Science and Exercise and Movement Science
University of Cincinnati

Logan Siemer is a licensed Physical Therapist working with patients at OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine since 2017. He is passionate about working with individuals of all ages who are working towards their functional goals. Logan’s years of experience and compassionate approach to care helps patients stay motivated and improve their health.

He enjoys guiding individuals in their efforts to improve function while promoting patient independence through education. He is particularly interested in helping athletes return to their sport and reduce future injury risk.

Andrew Koch, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist, Sports Medicine, OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Board Certified
Physical Therapist

Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Regis University

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Lee University

Andy is a licensed Physical Therapist working with patients at the OrthoCincy locations in Edgewood and Florence. Andy has over 17 years of experience as a licensed physical therapist. He has worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, skilled nursing facilitates, orthopedics and sports medicine. His favorite part of physical therapy is meeting people and sharing the satisfaction of helping them through the process of improving their health.

Andy is from Cincinnati, OH, enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, watching and playing sports, and traveling.

Nate Clark, ATC

Athletic Trainer, St. Elizabeth Healthcare

Board Certified
Athletic Trainer

Education
Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training
Mount St. Joseph University

Nate is a board-certified Athletic Trainer and has been the Head Athletic Trainer at Simon Kenton High School for 2 years.

In his free time, he enjoys golf, tennis, and staying active. Nate also enjoys spending time with his wife, Riley, and their dog Colt.

Nate also enjoys working with upper extremity athletes, specifically baseball to work with students on their in-season arm care routines.