Orthopedics Providers

Kate Clemente, PA-C

Kate Clemente knew from an early age that she wanted to work in health care, inspired in part by her mother, who has worked as a PA since the 1970s. As a Vermont native, she finds making connections with patients the most rewarding aspect of her work, and is drawn to Gifford’s sense of community. “I am very tightly tied to my community—central Vermont is my home—and Gifford is small, intimate, warm and caring.” When not at work, she enjoys mountain biking, skiing, climbing, making stained glass, blacksmithing, woodworking, and spending time with her two dogs.

Alexander Orem, MD

Dr. Alexander Orem is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult hip and knee replacement surgery. He has completed a fellowship in adult joint replacement surgery and has special interest in anterior approach total hip replacement. He also performs partial and total knee replacement surgery. He greatly enjoys helping patients regain their quality of life after suffering from degenerative joint disease and strives to help each patient meet their best possible outcome.

Brad Salzmann, PA-C

Brad(ford) Salzmann PA-C specializes in evaluating and treating a variety of orthopedic issues in all age groups. He combines detailed history taking, thorough examination, appropriate testing and procedures (when indicated) to properly diagnose and treat musculoskelatal disorders and injuries. He works closely with orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine, primary care, and specialist providers, therapists, and ancillary staff to obtain the best possible outcome. His experience and training in disaster medicine has influenced his compassion and commitment for those afflicted with injury and exacerbation of ailments.

Douglass Weiss, MD

Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Douglass Weiss sees patients at Gifford Specialty Clinics in Randolph and at Sharon Health Center. He treats a wide range of conditions and injuries, and describes his philosophy of care as personalized and focused on maximizing outcomes.

“I treat patients with respect, and develop a rapport with them—how you’d want family members treated, whether it’s your 24-year-old nephew or your 8o-year-old dad. I treat their condition and diagnosis appropriately to maximize their chance for a successful outcome using different modalities, operative and nonoperative.”

Dr. Weiss, who also serves as a team physician with USA Hockey, formerly provided care as a Commander with the United States Navy, based at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, N.C. His service included a six-month deployment in Afghanistan.