Dr. Vijay Yanamadala, MD, MBA, FAANS

Career at Sword

At Sword, Dr. Vijay Yanamadala leads clinical strategy and medical oversight across the company. He ensures Sword’s programs are held to the highest standards of clinical excellence and that every intervention is rooted in rigorous scientific evidence. The company has published over 40 peer-reviewed academic papers to continually demonstrate that Sword can achieve stronger clinical outcomes than face-to-face physical therapy alternatives, showcasing the importance of the Clinical Strategy team.

Dr Yanamadala's guidance and leadership helps Sword deliver measurable improvements in pain reduction, functional recovery, and cost savings, setting a the benchmark for digital care quality.

Education

Dr. Yanamadala earned his M.D. from Harvard Medical School and an MBA from the Yale School of Management. He completed neurosurgical training at Massachusetts General Hospital, with advanced fellowship work in spine surgery. This education reflects Dr. Yanamadala's rare combination of surgical precision, deep clinical expertise, and the ability to translate this knowledge of quality care principles into a commercial business setting.

Experience

Before joining Sword, Dr. Yanamadala served as a leading neurosurgeon specializing in complex spinal disorders. He authored more than 90 peer-reviewed publications on surgical outcomes, care coordination, and patient safety. Recognized as both a “Top 10 Power Player in Spine Surgery” and a “20 Under 40 Spine Physician,” he became known for pioneering multidisciplinary approaches that reduce unnecessary surgeries and improve long-term outcomes.