Emeritus Physicians
Retired OrthoCincy doctors hold a special place in the hearts of their patients, colleagues, and the entire medical community. Their contributions to OrthoCincy, as well as their years of skill, dedication, and compassionate patient care, have left an indelible mark on orthopaedic medicine. Though they may have stepped away from their active roles within the practice, their expertise and influence remain a source of inspiration and gratitude. We extend our sincere appreciation to all retired OrthoCincy doctors for their significant role in improving community health and enhancing the lives of countless individuals.
Dr. James Bilbo
Dr. Bilbo has been a pillar in the Northern Kentucky community for decades and is a founding physician of OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine.
Dr. Bilbo served as medical director and head team orthopedist for Northern Kentucky University (NKU) Athletics from 1986 – 2023. He was medical director of the Athletic Training and Sports Medicine Program at NKU for 37 years, and he also served in the same capacity for high schools throughout Northern Kentucky, including Newport Central Catholic (NCC) for 37 years.
He was inducted into the NKU Athletic Hall of Fame in recognition of his exceptional care of athletes and service to the university. The Athletic Training and Sports Medicine Facilities at NKU and NCC are named in his honor, and he is a past recipient of the Sports Medicine Person of the Year award from the Kentucky Athletic Trainers Society.
In his retirement, Dr. Bilbo remains close to NKU athletics and is taking the time he never had to travel and visit his children and grandchildren. He misses the many patients and families he cared for and those he worked closely with over his long career.
Dr. Michael A. Grefer
Dr. Michael Grefer was a founding physician of OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. He began his medical practice in Ft. Thomas, KY in 1977 and spent the next 43 years providing extraordinary care to patients not only from Northern Kentucky but from many surrounding states. His expertise in the treatment of the spine as well as general orthopaedics along with his dedication and compassion for each of his patients made him one of the most sought after orthopaedic surgeons. His impact on his patients was immeasurable which could be seen from their devastation upon hearing of his retirement.
During his medical career, Dr. Grefer served in various positions some of which include President of the Medical Staff at St. Luke Hospital (currently St. Elizabeth Healthcare), medical director of Comprehensive Rehabilitation services, and clinical instructor at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.
During his retirement, Dr. Grefer is spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Denver Stanfield
Dr. Denver Stanfield retired as a highly respected and nationally recognized Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon. After spending four years in the Navy as a corpsman with the Marine Corps, Dr. Stanfield graduated from the University of Cincinnati and began a long and successful orthopaedic career.
As a former president of Wellington Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, Dr. Stanfield played a vital role in their merger with OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in 2021.
In his retirement, Dr. Stanfield is serving as President of Archbishop McNicholas High School where he has been affiliated for more than two decades, including serving as a team physician beginning in 1995. He continues to be actively involved in countless volunteer activities and fundraising efforts at the school.