Our Team
Dr. Cathrine Stark D.P.M.
PODIATRIST + OWNER
If you had met me as a kid, I was always moving — barefoot, outside, and completely unaware of how much our feet carry us through life.
That curiosity eventually turned into a career rooted in precision, patience, and a genuine respect for the people I treat.
I grew up in Pennsylvania and completed my medical training in Philadelphia, where I went on to complete a rigorous four-year surgical residency at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. My training included extensive time in the operating room, along with multidisciplinary experience across vascular surgery, plastic surgery, internal medicine, infectious disease, rheumatology, neurology, pain medicine, and emergency medicine. That foundation allows me to approach each patient with both surgical expertise and a broader medical perspective.
But how I practice is just as important as where I trained.
You’ll notice it right away, I’ll introduce myself as Cate.
Because while I have the training and experience to guide your care, I don’t believe in creating distance between myself and my patients. I believe in sitting across from someone, listening closely, and treating them as an equal.
One of the biggest things I saw during my training was how often patients were overwhelmed, not just by their condition, but by conflicting information, overpromises, and pressure to make decisions quickly.
That never sat right with me. So my approach is different.
My role isn’t to make decisions for you. It’s to give you clear, honest, and medically sound information, so you can make the decision that fits your life, your goals, and your comfort level.
Because the right plan isn’t just about what’s clinically possible, it’s about what’s right for you.
That’s what I believe good medicine should feel like: thoughtful, transparent, and grounded in trust.
Outside the office, my life is full in the best way. Two kids, two dogs, and as much time outdoors as I can get. I was drawn to the Seacoast for that reason. I value movement, balance, and being able to enjoy life — and that’s exactly what I want for my patients, too.
At the end of the day, my goal is simple: to help you move comfortably, confidently, and without unnecessary limitations, while feeling respected and genuinely cared for every step of the way.
Benjamin Lovern
CLINICAL OPERATIONS LEAD
Benjamin Lovern, our medical assistant, is dedicated to helping patients feel comfortable, informed, and well cared for throughout their visit. Originally from Portsmouth, he brings a calm, approachable presence to the clinic and enjoys being part of a team focused on high-quality patient care.
Benjamin is also preparing to begin PA school in January 2027, reflecting his long-term commitment to advancing his career in healthcare and continuing to support patients at a higher level.
Outside of the office, if Benjamin had to choose one animal to be for the rest of his life, he says it would be an eagle.
Michaela Quigley
PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR
Michaela Quigley is our practice administrator. She plays a key role in ensuring the practice runs smoothly and efficiently each day. Originally from Northridge, California, she is known for her warm, organized approach and her ability to make patients feel welcomed and supported from the moment they walk through the door.
One of Michaela’s standout qualities is her exceptional attention to detail and memory for patients — she is often the person most likely to remember every patient’s name, helping create a truly personal experience in the office.
