Dr. Miko Fogarty is a former award-winning professional ballet dancer and a Foot and Ankle Surgery Resident at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC). Born in London and raised in the United States, Miko began ballet training at a young age and quickly gained international recognition for her exceptional technique, artistry, and dedication.

Miko first captured worldwide attention as one of six young dancers featured in the acclaimed documentary First Position, which followed aspiring dancers on their journey to the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP). She went on to earn top honors at prestigious international ballet competitions, including a gold medal at the Moscow International Ballet Competition, before joining Birmingham Royal Ballet.

After an extraordinary chapter in professional ballet, Miko turned her focus toward medicine. She completed her medical education in podiatric medicine and is now training in foot and ankle surgery through the BIDMC Podiatric Residency Program. Her journey from elite ballet to medicine gives her a unique perspective on movement, dancer wellness, injury prevention, and the physical demands placed on dancers throughout their training and careers.

Miko has been a treasured friend, collaborator, and Honorary AK Artist since 2021, and her relationship with AK Dancewear has grown into something far beyond a traditional brand partnership.

Over the years, Miko has generously shared both sides of her journey with our community. She has taught ballet masterclasses, led virtual educational seminars, joined dancer Q&As and special events, and shared her growing medical knowledge through conversations about dancer health, strength, injury prevention, and caring for the body behind the artistry.

She has also joined AK for some of our most meaningful community moments, from our AK Dancers Events and masterclasses to major industry gatherings including Pointe22 in New York City, the YAGP 25th Anniversary Gala, and ADC|IBC. At the ADC|IBC 20th Anniversary Finals, Miko joined AK as a masterclass teacher, luncheon speaker, and special guest, meeting and encouraging young dancers throughout the event.

Whether she is teaching a room full of young dancers, answering questions during a virtual seminar, meeting families at an AK event, or simply sharing words of encouragement with an aspiring dancer, Miko has continually given back to the community that was once such an important part of her own journey.

For AK, that is what makes Miko's story so special. She represents more than excellence in ballet or achievement in medicine. She shows young dancers that the discipline, curiosity, resilience, and passion developed through dance can continue to shape who they become far beyond the stage.

We are incredibly proud to have Dr. Miko Fogarty as an Honorary AK Artist and even more grateful to have her continue inspiring the next generation alongside us.