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Dr. DeMers is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who completed a prestigious one-year sports medicine fellowship at the Taos Orthopaedic Institute in Taos, New Mexico. She founded Sierra Orthopedic Institute in 2010. Dr. DeMers's interest in medicine began at a young age when she broke her arm at nine, sparking her fascination with the medical field and the recovery process. She earned her medical degree from Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her orthopedic surgery residency at Ingham Regional Medical Center in Lansing, Michigan. During her fellowship in Taos, Dr. DeMers treated a diverse range of patients, including high school and college athletes, weekend warriors, elite high-altitude runners, and professional ski racers. She actively contributed to multiple research projects, technology development, and innovations in surgical techniques.

A past president and board member of the Interventional Orthobiologics Foundation, Dr. DeMers is also a highly sought-after educator and trainer in orthobiologics and ultrasound. She established Women Physicians in Orthobiologics & Wellness (WOW), a community designed to support and uplift women in the fields of business, medicine, and personal development. Currently, she serves as Vice Chair of the Academy of International Regenerative Medicine & Surgery Society (AIRMSS) and co-chair of the 2025 Biologic Association Summit.

In her practice, Dr. DeMers treats a wide range of patients, from children with playground injuries to high school and college athletes. She employs cutting-edge technology to facilitate their swift return to active lifestyles, particularly in the Sierra region. Her areas of subspecialty include shoulder and knee ligament reconstruction, cartilage repair, concussion management, osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment, patellofemoral reconstruction, and joint replacement.

Originally from Colorado, Dr. DeMers enjoys skiing and hiking in her leisure time. She frequently skis at Dodge Ridge and takes trips to Yosemite, as well as exploring renowned hiking destinations such as Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.