Our Providers

Meet the team behind
your recovery.

Board-certified physicians specializing in regenerative medicine and sports medicine, supported by physician assistants with deep experience in regenerative therapies.

David Crane, MD

Founder & Medical Director

David Crane, MD

David Crane, MD is the founder of Bluetail Medical Group, where he practices sports medicine and regenerative orthopedics. He sees patients in Chesterfield, Green Bay, Columbia, and Indianapolis treating the full range of orthopedic conditions. Dr. Crane also specializes in musculoskeletal ultrasound for diagnostic imaging and needle-guided therapies.

A Missouri native, Dr. Crane earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri School of Medicine and completed his residency in emergency medicine at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix. He then entered a dual fellowship program in emergency medicine and primary care sports medicine at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh.

After completing his advanced fellowship training, Dr. Crane returned to Missouri, where he was a staff physician at Barnes Jewish Hospital and St. John's Mercy Medical Center. In 2005, he founded Crane Clinic Sports Medicine, where he began focusing on regenerative therapies in orthopedics. Three years later, he opened Bluetail Medical Group.

Dr. Crane is board certified in sports medicine and emergency medicine. He teaches regenerative therapeutics throughout the country and to doctors from all over the world.

When he's not practicing medicine, Dr. Crane enjoys competing in orienteering and adventure racing. He's married and has two daughters and one son.

Sees patients in

Chesterfield • Columbia • Green Bay • Indianapolis

Board certified

Sports Medicine • Emergency Medicine

Luga Podesta, MD

Physician

Luga Podesta, MD

As a nationally recognized sports medicine physician and regenerative orthopedic specialist, Luga Podesta, MD helps to restore a better quality of life for patients of all ages at Bluetail Medical Group in the Naples, Florida office. For more than 25 years, Dr. Podesta has been treating patients from diverse backgrounds, including athletes, musicians, and weekend warriors.

Rated as a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly in 2017, Dr. Podesta is considered a pioneer in the field of regenerative medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Autonomous University of Guadalajara and New York Medical College.

Dr. Podesta has served as team physician for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the Los Angeles Kiss (Arena Football League).

Sees patients in

Naples • Thousand Oaks

Board certified

Sports Medicine • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Chris Wolf, DO

Physician

Chris Wolf, DO

As a doctor of osteopathic medicine, Chris Wolf, DO of Bluetail Medical Group in Chesterfield, Missouri believes in formulating a comprehensive plan to guide patients through rehabilitation and back to optimum health.

Dr. Wolf specializes in sports medicine and orthopedics, caring for individuals with musculoskeletal injuries, including back pain, pelvic pain, and pregnancy-related conditions.

Dr. Wolf earned his medical degree from the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in physical medicine & rehabilitation at the University of Missouri-Columbia with a subspecialty in brain injury medicine. He is board certified in both disciplines.

Sees patients in

Chesterfield • Columbia

Board certified

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation • Brain Injury Medicine

Christine Schroeder, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Christine Schroeder, PA-C

Christine joined Dr. David Crane and Bluetail Medical Group in May 2017. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin Physician Assistant program in 1987 and has clinical work experience in cardiovascular surgery, hematology/oncology, and OB/GYN. She has extensive knowledge and experience in regenerative medicine.

Christine is certified in the use of biologics for sexual wellness and aesthetic procedures including hair restoration.

Sees patients in

Chesterfield

Raquel Russo, MPH, MMS, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Raquel Russo, MPH, MMS, PA-C

Raquel joined Dr. David Crane and Bluetail Medical Group in February 2022. She is a Saint Louis native and is passionate about helping people achieve optimal health and live active lifestyles.

She earned master's degrees in Medical Science and Public Health from Saint Louis University in 2021 and was inducted into the Pi Alpha National Honor Society.

Sees patients in

Chesterfield

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