Dr. Robert LaPrade Presents on Medial Meniscus Root Repair at International Arthroscopy Meeting, Romania
Dr. Robert LaPrade Presented on Zoom for the Romanian Arthroscopy Association Meeting on April 24, 2026 with the topic of “Current State of Medial Meniscus Root Repairs”” Renowned orthopedic knee specialist Dr. Robert LaPrade was honored to serve as a remote guest speaker at the Romanian Arthroscopy Association Meeting on April 24, 2026, where he delivered a presentation on the “Current State of Medial [...]
Dr. Robert LaPrade’s Meniscus Root Tear Research Recognized as Editor’s Choice by JASSM
Leading orthopedic knee surgeon Robert F. LaPrade, MD, PhD, has, once again, earned national recognition for his latest research on meniscus injuries. His study, “Meniscal Root Tears: Solving the Silent Epidemic,” has been selected as one of the Editor’s Choice Articles of 2025 by the Journal of Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine (JASSM). The article highlights the growing awareness of meniscal root tears, a frequently [...]
Dr. Robert LaPrade’s PCL Research Named Editor’s Choice by Journal of Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine
International orthopedic knee specialist Robert F. LaPrade, MD, PhD, has been recognized for his contributions to advancing knee ligament surgery. His research study, “The Posterior Cruciate Ligament: Anatomy, Biomechanics, and Double-Bundle Reconstruction,” has been selected as one of the Editor’s Choice Articles of 2025 by the Journal of Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine (JASSM). This distinction highlights the study as one of the most impactful [...]
Dr. Robert LaPrade Receives 2026 ORBIT Award for Breakthrough Research in PCL Injury Treatment and Knee Ligament Surgery
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade Receives Prestigious ORBIT Award for Two Decades of Groundbreaking Research Advancing PCL Injury Care Robert F. LaPrade, MD, PhD, FAAOS has been honored with the 2026 Orthopaedic Research Bridging Innovation and Translation (ORBIT) Award in recognition of more than 20 years of pioneering research dedicated to improving the diagnosis, surgical treatment, and rehabilitation of posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries. The [...]
Outstanding Research Productivity of Dr. Robert F. LaPrade and His Collaborative National and International Research Team
We Are Excited to Report on the 2025 Research Productivity of Dr. Robert F. LaPrade and His Collaborative National and International Research Team In 2025, Dr. Robert F. LaPrade and his team of national and international collaborators, reached an extraordinary level of research productivity. This level of productivity was driven by a shared passion for advancing orthopaedic sports medicine through meaningful research, education, and [...]
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade Recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 2026
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade has once again been named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 2026, marking 11 consecutive years of recognition since first earning this distinction in 2015. Castle Connolly Top Doctor honors are awarded to just 7 percent of practicing physicians in the United States, based on a rigorous selection process that includes peer nominations, independent medical research, and a thorough evaluation of [...]
Snowman Vs Single Plug; Dr. LaPrade Gives Expert Opinion in Healio Orthopedics Today with Luke Tollefson, BS
Study Compares Snowman vs. Single-Plug Osteochondral Allografts: Insights from Dr. Robert LaPrade A recent study led by Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA, and colleagues at Rush University Medical Center compared outcomes in 26 patients treated with a snowman osteochondral allograft versus 52 patients who received a single-plug osteochondral allograft. The findings showed no significant difference in achieving minimal clinically important difference or patient-acceptable symptom [...]
Dr. Robert LaPrade to Chair “Elevating Knee Arthroscopy: Pick Your Procedures” Course at the Orthopaedic Learning Center
Dr. Robert LaPrade will chair the upcoming “Elevating Knee Arthroscopy: Pick Your Procedures” course, scheduled for October 25, 2025, at the Orthopaedic Learning Center (OLC). This highly anticipated program is part of the E.L.I.T.E. Skills Training series, a collection of cutting-edge courses designed to empower surgeons through Exceptional, Learner-Focused, Individualized, Tailored Education. Following last year’s successful redesign of the Advanced Lab Courses, the OLC [...]
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade Named as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor!
Robert F. LaPrade, MD, PhD has been named as one of Castle Connolly's Top Doctors for 2025! Dr. Robert LaPrade’s recognition as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor is a testament to his exceptional expertise, dedication to patient care, and leadership in orthopedic surgery. This prestigious honor, awarded through a rigorous peer-nominated selection process, highlights his commitment to advancing the field of sports medicine [...]
Dr. LaPrade Gives Expert Opinion Regarding The Arcuate Ligament in the Knee, is it Misnamed?
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade was Recently Featured on Dr. Christoph Agten's YouTube Presentation PD Dr. Christoph Agten, an MSK radiologist and mentor recently published a YouTube segment titled: "The Most Misunderstood Ligament in Radiology" During this episode, he debunks the arcuate ligament in the knee as a misnamed structure and shows the importance of the popliteofibular ligament (PFL). Dr. LaPrade gives expert clarification: The [...]
Dr. LaPrade’s Study Shows Exercise With Blood Flow Restriction May Improve Lower Extremity Strength for Athletes
Orthopedics Today Highlighted Dr. LaPrade's Recent Study: Exercise with blood flow restriction may improve lower extremity strength for athletes The article by Healio, Orthopedics Today states: Results from a systematic review and meta-analysis showed exercise with blood flow restriction may improve lower extremity strength-related outcomes, such as overall strength, muscle size, endurance and sport-specific outcomes. “The use of lower extremity blood flow restriction during [...]
Dr. LaPrade Selected as Reviewer of the Month | Annals of Joint
Dr. Robert LaPrade Selected as Reviewer of the Month by Annals of Joint (AOJ) From AOJ: In 2024, AOJ reviewers continue to make outstanding contributions to the peer review process. They demonstrated professional effort and enthusiasm in their reviews and provided comments that genuinely help the authors to enhance their work. Hereby, we would like to highlight some of our outstanding reviewers, with a [...]
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 procedures. What: Complex Knee Course When: June 8-9, [...]
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 their outstanding authors who has been making immense [...]
Dr. LaPrade Looking Forward to Presenting a Highlight ESSKA Lecture: “Development of Medial and Lateral Knee Injury Treatment” in Milan on May 9th! GalleryDr. LaPrade Looking Forward to Presenting a Highlight ESSKA Lecture: “Development of Medial and Lateral Knee Injury Treatment” in Milan on May 9th!
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 practice and push the [...]
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 anatomic-based complex knee reconstructions and many surgical pearls [...]
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. Click to Listen
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. Click to Listen [...]
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 association with Arthroscopy Academy [...]
Dr. Laprade Knee Dissection Demonstration
Dr. LaPrade sharing a few clinical and surgical pearls with Orthopedics & Sports physical therapy residents and Sports Medicine Fellows.
Dr. LaPrade Co-Chairs Master Course: Osteotomies Around the Knee
Dr. Robert LaPrade to Co-Chair Surgical Skills Master Course: Osteotomies Around the Knee When: October 6-7, 2023 Where: OLC Education Center, Rosemont, IL Presented by: ISAKOS & AOSSM What: Dr. LaPrade is co-chairing this surgical master course presented by AOSSM and ISAKOS, providing a global perspective on osteotomies. This masters-level course is designed for surgeons who have experience with the procedure and are looking for [...]