HACKENSACK, N.J., March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MAX Surgical Specialty Management (MAX), a surgeon-led support platform for oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMS) practices, has appointed Dr. Margo J. Freedberg as Medical Director and Dr. Sung Hee Cho as Chief Medical Officer.
In response to MAX’s expansion across the Northeast, it has enhanced its Clinical Advisory Board to better serve its growing surgeon network, which increased by nearly 40% in 2024.
Dr. Freedberg, serving as Medical Director, will develop and oversee MAX’s clinical strategic goals, services and surgical programs. Dr. Cho, who previously served as MAX’s Medical Director and is a co-founding partner of MAX, will lead and mentor new associates and support the academic and industry communities as Chief Medical Officer.
“We started MAX to create opportunities for leading oral surgeons dedicated to their specialties and committed to contributing to the advancement of OMS,” said Dr. Jason M. Auerbach, Founder and Co-CEO of MAX. “Dr. Freedberg and Dr. Cho will continue to create a space where surgeons prioritize patient outcomes and thrive.”
MAX’s Clinical Advisory Board is a group of nationally renowned oral and maxillofacial surgeons who collaborate with their peers and play a pivotal role in shaping MAX’s commitment to clinical excellence, innovation and patient-centered care. Members and MAX leadership work together to develop best practices and provide strategic insights to ensure alignment with the industry’s evolving landscape.
“Our network of top-tier surgeons is one of MAX’s most sought-after resources for our new partners and residents considering MAX,” said Dr. Freedberg. “I look forward to elevating our standards through collaboration and shared ideas, providing meaningful value to our surgeon partners.”
MAX’s platform, which was created for and is managed by practicing OMS surgeons, integrates complete operational support, cutting-edge technology solutions, and pathways for surgeon and practice growth.
Dr. Margo J. Freedberg
Dr. Freedberg is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon who has practiced for over 25 years. Dr. Freedberg is certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology and is a fellow in the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. She specializes in multiple oral surgery procedures, including dental implants, bone grafting and wisdom tooth extractions.
Dr. Freedberg attended the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary Dental Society. She completed her residency at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center and joined a practice in Springfield, New Jersey. When her business partner retired, she operated as a solo practitioner before merging with Riverside Oral Surgery, a MAX partner practice. In addition to practicing with Riverside Oral Surgery, Dr. Freedberg has been on staff at Overlook Medical Center since 1998 and has served as Chief of Oral Surgery.
Dr. Sung Hee Cho
Dr. Cho is a board-certified dual-degree oral and maxillofacial surgeon — trained and licensed as both a dentist and a medical doctor — who practices the full scope of OMS while possessing specialized education and experience in managing oral cavity cancers and other pathology, including performing microvascular reconstructive surgery.
Dr. Cho earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Columbia University’s College of Dental Medicine and a Doctor of Medicine from Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Cho completed a residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery under the guidance of the internationally renowned Steven Roser, DMD, MD, an internship in general surgery, and an American Head and Neck Society-accredited (AHNS) Oncologic and Microvascular Surgical Fellowship in the Department of Otolaryngology. He is the country’s first oral and maxillofacial surgeon to complete this highly specialized Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) medical training.
After completing his fellowship at Emory, Dr. Cho joined Riverside Oral Surgery, a MAX partner practice. Dr. Cho is on staff at and operates out of Hackensack University Medical Center.
About MAX Surgical Specialty Management
Established in September 2022 as the Northeast region’s first oral and maxillofacial surgery-only specialty platform, MAX Surgical Specialty Management is a surgeon-led management services organization developed with clinical and surgeon autonomy at its core. Today, MAX supports surgeons across New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont and Connecticut, enabling practices to channel resources, skills and knowledge within the oral surgery specialty; leading industry advancements; and delivering the highest standard of patient care. Surgeons have access to a curated network that allows them to collaborate with and work alongside a diverse pool of highly skilled peers who are leaders in their specialties. MAX safeguards surgeons’ independence while offering robust support systems, access to advanced technology and opportunities for financial growth.
MAX is backed by MedEquity Capital, RF Investment Partners and Kian Capital. Visit max-ssm.com for more information.
SOURCE MAX Surgical Specialty Management
