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About Robert LaPrade, MD

Robert LaPrade, MD, PhD has specialized skills and expertise in diagnosing and treating complicated knee injuries. He has treated athletes at all levels, including Olympic, professional and intercollegiate athletes, and has returned numerous athletes back to full participation after surgeries. Recognized globally for his outstanding and efficient surgical skills and dedication to sports medicine, he has received many research awards, including the OREF Clinic Research Award considered by many a Nobel Prize in orthopedics. Dr. LaPrade is one of the most published investigators in his field, and many of the surgeries that he has developed are now performed worldwide and recognized as the “gold standard” for the treatment of complex knee injuries.

Dr. LaPrade to Co-Chair the Complex Knee Course Sponsored by Smith and Nephew | Dubai, UAE June 7-9, 2024

Dr. LaPrade to co-Chair with Dr Charlie Brown and Other Distinguished Faculty

Dr LaPrade is looking forward to co-chairing this complex knee course sponsored by Smith and Nephew with Dr Charlie Brown and other distinguished faculty in Dubai, UAE June 7-9, 2024! He looks forward to teaching surgical pearls and steps for many  anatomic-based knee  reconstruction […]

Dr. LaPrade to Co-Chair the Complex Knee Course Sponsored by Smith and Nephew | Dubai, UAE June 7-9, 2024

Outstanding Author, Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, Featured in AOJ Online Journal

Dr. Robert LaPrade Was Recently Interviewed By AOJ as an Outstanding Author

In 2024, many AOJ authors made outstanding contributions to their journal. The articles published with them have received great feedback in the field and stimulate a lot of discussions and new insights among orthopedic peers. This month, AOJ highlighted Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, one of […]

Outstanding Author, Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, Featured in AOJ Online Journal

Dr. LaPrade Looking Forward to Presenting a Highlight ESSKA Lecture: “Development of Medial and Lateral Knee Injury Treatment” in Milan on May 9th!

“Development of medial and lateral knee injury treatment” will be the topic of Dr. LaPrade’s Highlight ESSKA lecture in Milan, Italy

Highlight Lectures – Special Lectures

When: May 8-10, 2024

Where: Milan, Italy

Presented by: ESSKA

What: From orthopaedic pioneers to sports medicine experts, these leaders will share their insights, innovations, and experiences to elevate your […]

Dr. LaPrade Looking Forward to Presenting a Highlight ESSKA Lecture: “Development of Medial and Lateral Knee Injury Treatment” in Milan on May 9th!

Dr. LaPrade Will Teach at Smith & Nephew’s Anatomic Knee Ligament Reconstruction Course

Dr. Robert LaPrade will be on the Faculty for the Anatomic Knee Ligament Reconstruction Instructional Course sponsored by Smith & Nephew

Dr. LaPrade is honored to be faculty on this outstanding course, sponsored by Smith and Nephew, with 5 separate cadaver lab sessions for the participants. He is looking forward to teaching the details of our […]

Dr. LaPrade Will Teach at Smith & Nephew’s Anatomic Knee Ligament Reconstruction Course

Functional Anterior Cruciate Ligament Braces May Have a Role in Select Patient Groups: A Scoping Review of Clinical Practice Guidelines


Authors:

Andrew G. Geeslin, Gilbert Moatshe, Lars Engebretsen, Martin Lind, Frida Hansson, Anders Stalman, Bjorn Barenius, Robert F. LaPrade, MD

Abstract:

Purpose:

The purpose of this study was to perform a scoping review of clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) concerning the use of functional anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) braces and to clarify the nomenclature for bracing relevant to […]

Functional Anterior Cruciate Ligament Braces May Have a Role in Select Patient Groups: A Scoping Review of Clinical Practice Guidelines

PT Inquest Podcast with Jill Monson on Multi-Ligament Knee Injuries

Jill Monson, Dr. LaPrade’s Lead PT talks about multi-ligament knee injuries on PT Inquest

In this episode, special guest physical therapist Jill Monson discusses the following:

Diagnosis and treatment strategies of the multiligament injured knee: a scoping review.

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PT Inquest Podcast with Jill Monson on Multi-Ligament Knee Injuries

Twin Cities Orthopedics’ Physical Therapist Jill Monson: Podcast on Multi-Ligament Knee Injuries

Dr. Robert LaPrade’s Lead Physical Therapist, Jill Monson Speaks with Mike Reinold, Podcast 43

Mike Reinold talks to Jill Monson about multi-ligament knee injuries are complex injuries that must be addressed with a comprehensive diagnostic workup, surgical procedure, and postoperative treatment plan.

In this episode, Mike talks with Jill Monson about her experience with these complex cases. […]

Twin Cities Orthopedics’ Physical Therapist Jill Monson: Podcast on Multi-Ligament Knee Injuries

Veterinarian who Specializes in Rhinos Finds Solution for Life-Long Knee Problem

Dr. Robin Radcliffe is a wildlife veterinarian, specializing in rhinoceroses. His current research focus includes infectious disease investigations for Indonesia’s highly endangered rhinos as well as ground-breaking work airlifting rhinos that earned his team an Ig Nobel Prize. With his work through Cornell University, he travels the globe, often traversing rough terrain […]

Veterinarian who Specializes in Rhinos Finds Solution for Life-Long Knee Problem

Dr. LaPrade is Organizing the 2nd Complex Knee Injury Course

Dr. Robert LaPrade is Organizing the 2nd Complex Injury Knee Course

When: November 17-18, 2023

Where: Jaipur Marriott Hotel, India

In Association with: Arthroscopy Academy and Arthroscopy Study Group India

Theme: Understanding Complex Knee Injuries

What: After a resounding response for the 1st Master Course in 2019, we are pleased to announce the 2nd Master Course in Complex Knee Injuries in […]

Dr. LaPrade is Organizing the 2nd Complex Knee Injury Course

Combined Rip-Stop and Transtibial Pull-out Technique for Lateral Meniscus Radial Repairs


Authors:

Morgan D. Homan, D.O., Nicholas I. Kennedy, M.D., Christopher M. LaPrade, M.D., and Robert F. LaPrade, M.D., Ph.D.

Abstract:

Radial tears of the meniscus disrupt circumferential fibers that allow for the dispersion of axial tibiofemoral forces. Both nonoperative treatment and  meniscectomy carry increased risk of early-onset degeneration of the joint because of decreased contact surface […]

Combined Rip-Stop and Transtibial Pull-out Technique for Lateral Meniscus Radial Repairs
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