Dr. Riley was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA where his love for sports and science led him to a career in Orthopaedic Surgery. He began his education at Villanova University, where he excelled academically while also playing for the highly competitive ice hockey team. His strong desire for a career in the sciences led him to obtain a master's degree through the Drexel University School of Medicine. Ultimately, he completed his medical education at Temple University School of Medicine, after which his journey into the field of orthopaedics began.