EXCELLENCE ISN’T A GOAL. IT’S OUR STANDARD.
EXCELLENCE ISN’T A GOAL. IT’S OUR STANDARD.
At Everest, every outcome begins with the people in the room. Our surgeons, nurses, and staff are united by one standard: excellence in care.
Colin Poole, MD
Dr. Colin Poole is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement and is recognized as one of the highest-volume total joint surgeons in Idaho.
He was among the first in the region to introduce robot-assisted knee replacement and helped establish the St. Luke’s Joint Center, advancing precision and outcomes for patients.
A Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and active member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, Dr. Poole combines advanced surgical expertise with a commitment to personalized, patient-centered care.
Joseph R. Lynch, MD
Dr. Lynch is a partner at The Shoulder Clinic of Idaho and a Harvard University graduate who completed medical school at Oregon Health Sciences University, graduating first in his class. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency and fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery at the University of Washington and has devoted his practice exclusively to shoulder and elbow care since 2008.
A former U.S. Navy Commander and Associate Professor of Surgery, Dr. Lynch has led orthopedic training programs, directed a Sports Medicine & Shoulder Surgery division, and remains actively involved in research and peer-reviewed publications.
William Daniel Bradley, MD
Dr. William Daniel Bradley is a spine surgeon specializing in both minimally invasive and complex reconstructive spinal procedures. With extensive experience treating degenerative spine conditions, neck and back pain, and performing artificial disc replacement, he focuses on motion-preserving techniques that optimize long-term outcomes.
During his 16-year tenure at the Texas Back Institute, he trained hundreds of surgeons, contributed to multiple FDA studies, and now continues to lead in advanced spine care through close collaboration with non-surgical specialists.
Ryan Applonie, DO
Dr. Ryan Applonie is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow surgery, joint replacement, and sports-related injuries.
After completing advanced fellowship training in shoulder and elbow surgery at the University of Connecticut, he developed expertise in shoulder replacement, arthroscopic shoulder repair, anterior hip replacement, robotic-assisted knee replacement, and knee preservation procedures.
Dr. Applonie is committed to delivering personalized care that helps patients recover from joint pain and return to the activities they enjoy most.
Jared Johnson, MD
Dr. Jared Johnson is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing exclusively in shoulder surgery and sports medicine.
After completing advanced fellowship training at the world-renowned Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, he developed expertise in shoulder arthroscopy, rotator cuff repair, shoulder instability, and both anatomic and reverse total shoulder replacement.
Dr. Johnson is dedicated to helping patients relieve pain, restore function, and return to the highest activity level possible through precise surgical care, thoughtful rehabilitation, and individualized treatment planning.
Spencer Montgomery, MD
Dr. Spencer Montgomery is a fellowship-trained hip and knee replacement surgeon who combines advanced surgical expertise with a deeply personalized approach to care.
Board-certified in both the United States and Canada, he specializes in complex joint reconstruction and utilizes advanced technologies—including robotics and patient-specific planning—to optimize outcomes.
Before medicine, Dr. Montgomery worked as a licensed auto mechanic, a background that shaped his hands-on precision and problem-solving mindset—skills he now applies to helping patients regain mobility and quality of life.
Ray Jensen, DO
Dr. Ray Jensen is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and advanced arthroscopic treatment of the shoulder and upper extremity. After completing a Sports Medicine fellowship at the University of New Mexico, he developed expertise in minimally invasive procedures for the shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee, including meniscus repair and joint preservation techniques.
In addition to sports-related injuries, Dr. Jensen performs shoulder, hip, and knee replacement when appropriate and incorporates biologic therapies such as BMAC to support healing and recovery. A member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Osteopathic Association of Orthopedics, he emphasizes shared decision-making and personalized treatment plans aligned with each patient’s goals.
Tim Neuschwander, MD
Dr. Tim Neuschwander is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, hip arthroscopy, and joint replacement.
His advanced training at the Santa Monica Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Group, combined with experience caring for athletes at the professional, collegiate, and Olympic levels, allows him to provide comprehensive treatment for shoulder, hip, and knee injuries.
Dr. Neuschwander is committed to helping patients recover from injury, relieve pain, and return to the active lifestyles they enjoy.
David Brown, MD
Dr. David Brown is a board-certified general and bariatric surgeon with more than 25 years of experience and the founder of Idaho BMI and Everest Surgical Institute.
He earned his medical degree from the University of California, Davis (1996–2000) and completed his surgical residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center before moving to Boise in 2006, where he has built a practice focused on long-term metabolic health and surgical excellence.
A Fellow of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Dr. Brown specializes in bariatric and revision surgery, combining decades of experience with a patient-first, innovation-driven approach.