Robert LaPrade MD, PhD

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.

Perioperative Gabapentin May Reduce Opioid Requirement for Early Postoperative Pain

Title:

Perioperative Gabapentin May Reduce Opioid Requirement for Early Postoperative Pain in Patients Undergoing Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials

Authors:

Olivia K. Blaber B.A., Zachary S. Aman B.A., Nicholas N. DePhillipo Ph.D., M.B.A., A.T.C., Robert F. LaPrade M.D., Ph.D., Maj Travis J. Dekker M.D.

Abstract:

Purpose

To […]

Perioperative Gabapentin May Reduce Opioid Requirement for Early Postoperative Pain

Dr. LaPrade Explains Patrick Mahomes, Tony Pollard – High Ankle Sprains

It was a rough weekend for a few football players.

Tony Pollard, Dallas Cowboy running back suffered a high ankle sprain and a broken leg:

Sunday, and like Mahomes on Saturday, it was officially confirmed that Cowboy’s running back, Tony Pollard suffered a high-ankle sprain. However, unlike the Mahomes, he did not return to the game in […]

Dr. LaPrade Explains Patrick Mahomes, Tony Pollard – High Ankle Sprains

First TCO Smith and Nephew Fellows Bioskills Lab Course a Big Success

The first North Central Smith and Nephew Fellows course was held at the new TCO bioskills lab on January 20-21, 2023. It was a great success with great interaction and excellent teaching of surgical skills and pearls from the faculty to the fellow attendees. Faculty included Drs. Larson and LaPrade from TCO, Dr. Chahla from […]

First TCO Smith and Nephew Fellows Bioskills Lab Course a Big Success

Dr. LaPrade Will Be Hosting North Central Fellows Jan 20-21, 2023

Dr. Robert F. LaPrade will host North Central Fellows

When:

January 20 – 21, 2023

Where:

TCO
2685 Vikings Circle, Suite #150
Eagan, MN 55121

What:

Course Description:

Through hands-on lab experiences and brief demonstrative lectures, attendees will have the opportunity to further develop skills and knowledge related to the treatment of various knee sports medicine pathologies. Attendees can expect to work alongside leading […]

Dr. LaPrade Will Be Hosting North Central Fellows Jan 20-21, 2023

ACL Injury With Meniscus Ramp Lesion

Full Title:

ACL injury with meniscus ramp lesion in 24-year-old professional athlete

Authors:

Mark E. Cinque, MD, MS, Christopher M. LaPrade, MD, Gilbert Moatshe, MD, PhD, Robert F. LaPrade, MD, PhD

Abstract:

A 24-year-old male professional soccer player sustained an acute twisting injury during match play. He presented 1 week later and reported having acute right knee swelling […]

ACL Injury With Meniscus Ramp Lesion

FAQ PostOP | Frequently Asked Questions, Post-Operaiton

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FAQ PostOP | Frequently Asked Questions, Post-Operaiton

Posterior Lateral Meniscal Root and Oblique Radial Tears

Authors:

Robert F. LaPrade, M.D., Ph.D., Andrew G. Geeslin, M.D., Jorge Chahla, M.D., Ph.D., Moises Cohen, M.D., Ph.D., Lars Engebretsen, M.D., PhD., Scott C. Faucett, M.D., M.S., Alan M. Getgood, M.D., F.R.C.S., Eivind Inderhaug, M.D., Ph.D., Darren L. Johnson, M.D., Sebastian Kopf, Dr. med, Aaron J. Krych M.D., Christopher M. Larson, M.D., Martin LindM.D., Ph.D., […]

Posterior Lateral Meniscal Root and Oblique Radial Tears

Over One-Third of Patients With Multiligament Knee Injuries and an Intact ACL: Ramp Lesions

Authors:

Jay Moran B.S., Christopher A. Schneble M.D., Lee D. Katz M.D., Andrew E. Jimenez M.D., William McLaughlin M.D., Kinjal Vasavada B.S., Annie Wang M.D., Kyle N. Kunze M.D., Jorge Chahla MD, Ph.D., Robert F. LaPrade M.D., Ph.D., Michael J. Alaia M.D., Michael J. Medvecky M.D.

Abstract:

Purpose

To determine the […]

Over One-Third of Patients With Multiligament Knee Injuries and an Intact ACL: Ramp Lesions

Shuttling Technique for Directed Fibrin Clot

Authors:

Ariel N. Rodriguez, M.D., M.S., Hailee Reist, M.D., Daniel J. Liechti, M.D., Andrew G. Geeslin, M.D., and Robert F. LaPrade, M.D., Ph.D.

Abstract:

More meniscus tears are being repaired because this has been shown to delay the onset of osteoarthritis compared with partial meniscectomy. However, there still remains a subset of tears that may be […]

Shuttling Technique for Directed Fibrin Clot

Lateral Meniscus Radial Tear with Separation

16 year old male, high school football injury

MRI Shows Anterolateral Radial Tear Left Knee

Another MRI Image, showing a Lateral Meniscus Radial Tear

Arthroscopic view – widely separated in grasper

Arthroscopic Repair Steps:

Transtibial tunnel […]

Lateral Meniscus Radial Tear with Separation

Robert LaPrade, MD PhD

Average rating:

26 reviews

Sue Stanek

Jan 2, 2020

by Sue Stanek on Robert LaPrade, MD PhD

So glad I waited for the best

I struggled with my knee for 18 months - having gone from 10,000 steps a day to only walking as needed. Previous attempts to make it better provided only temporary relief. (including injections and arthroscopic surgery), I heard Dr. La Prade was going to practice in the Twin Cities - where I live, & waited for him, based on his renown reputation. I am so glad I did! Dr LaPrade performed a deep root repair to my meniscus, which saved me from a knee replacement at this time. I am 5-months post surgery, and am doing great, stationary biking and exercising every day, no pain.
You know you are seeing the best when you find out he has written over 500 medical journal articles - among many other accomplishments. Hey - if he is good enough for Olympic and professional athletes…..he's good enough for me! Thank you, Dr. LaPrade, for treating me with the care, focus, and expertise as if I was an Olympic athlete!
- From your 63 year old very appreciative patent ~

Nancy S Stevenson

Aug 14, 2019

by Nancy S Stevenson on Robert LaPrade, MD PhD

Right Knee Surgery After Auto Bicycle Accident

Dr. Robert F. LaPrade operated on my right knee in May of 2010. I was hit by a car on my bicycle near Horsetooth Reservoir in CO. I was life flighted to MCR in Loveland, CO. My orthopedic injuries were severe, but totally missesd by the orthopedic team at Poudre. I could not bear weight on my right side though I tried repeatedly, but finally I went and got an MRI and one of the orthopedic surgeons that I worked with was shocked when he saw the MRI result. My right knee was totally destroyed; ACL, MCL, PCL all severely torn; the patella was the only thing intact in my right knee. Dr. La Prade had just moved to Vail and I was his 2nd patient @ The Steadman Clinic. I was told by one of the orthopedic surgeons that I worked with that I would never run again and would be lucky if I could ever hike again. This was devastating news after being a top triathlete (3rd in the world in my age group in 1989 & 1st nationally in my age group) and a big marathon runner. All I can say is Dr. La Prade did an amazing job and I am not limited in any of my activites. I can run, bike, & climb mountains. In fact 2 years ago I finished climbing the top 100 peaks in CO.

Jordan

Aug 2, 2019

by Jordan on Robert LaPrade, MD PhD

Very helpful

I have looked many times for answers on my tibial tubercle osteotomy and never found any as detailed as i needed. This answers all my questions!

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