Vail Orthopedic Knee Surgeon, Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, Appears as a Guest on 106.7 The Fan DC Radio, Discusses Future of PRP
On Thursday, January 24, 2013, Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, orthopedic knee surgeon with The Steadman Clinic in Vail, CO, hopped out of knee surgery and onto the air live with Holden Kushner and Danny Rouhier, DJs with 106.7 DC Sports Radio. During the ten-minute live radio interview, Dr. LaPrade opens up about the current state and future behind PRP stem cell research. PRP is a [...]
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade and Researchers from SPRI Awarded PRP-Biologics Research Grant by the AOSSM
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, knee specialist with The Steadman Clinic in Vail, CO, and Chief Medical Officer for the Steadman Philippon Research Institute, has recently been awarded a Biologics Grant by the AOSSM Research Committee. Dr. LaPrade served as lead-author for the application and was assisted by a dedicated team of researchers from the Institute. Their topic, “Intratendinous injections of platelet‐poor plasma, or platelet rich plasma [...]
Dr. Robert LaPrade Discusses Growing Trends in Sports Medicine with Becker’s Orthopedic Review
Orthopedic knee surgeon with The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colo., and chief medical research officer for the Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, discusses the biggest trends and challenges in sports medicine research today. In a recent article put out on Becker’s Orthopedic Review, Dr. LaPrade highlights the growing areas within the field including articular cartilage, high quality MRI imaging and biomechanically and [...]
Dr. Robert LaPrade Awarded the 2013 OREF Clinical Research Award for His Research on Posterolateral Knee Injuries
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation announced this month that Robert F. LaPrade MD, PhD has been awarded the highly competitive and prestigious 2013 OREF Clinical Research Award for his submitted paper on “Improving Outcomes for Posterolateral Knee Injuries”. Dr. LaPrade will be presenting his winning paper at the Annual Meetings of the Orthopaedic Research Society and the [...]
Vail, CO Knee Surgeon, Dr. Robert LaPrade, Honored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, orthopedic knee surgeon and sports medicine specialist in Vail, Colorado, was recently honored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the profession of orthopaedic surgery. This recognition, presented to Dr. LaPrade for his 2012 contributions, honors orthopaedic surgeons who volunteer their time and energy to the AAOS and the entire orthopaedic community, as well [...]
Dr. Robert F LaPrade Published on PubMed for PRP Therapy Study On Hip Injuries With Soft Tissue Damage
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, orthopedic knee surgeon and sports medicine specialist with The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, recently co-authored a research study led by Dr. Marc Philippon and published in PubMed. The article that was accepted for publication involved the treatment of hip capsular injury in a professional soccer player with PRP (platelet-rich plasma) and bone marrow aspirate concentrate therapy. Classically, hip capsule tears [...]
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade Discusses Evidence Based Medicine as a Field of Medicine for New Medical Students
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, orthopedic knee surgeon with The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, recently contributed to U.S. News and World Report's educational medical feature on the use and trend concerning evidence-based medicine. Evidence-based medicine (EBM) uses real data to help determine the best mode of treatment for patients. It often requires young physicians to question treatments that they have been taught and to think [...]
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade Published as Associated Editor for the IOC Manual of Sports Injuries
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, orthopedic knee surgeon and sports medicine specialist with The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, will be published as an Associated Editor in the IOC Manual of Sports Injuries. Created in collaboration with the Medical Commission of the International Olympic Committee, this new manual distills the latest advances in sports medicine into practical guidance on treating sports related injuries. It discusses and [...]
Dr. Robert F LaPrade Listed as a Top Doctor For Executives by ColoradoBiz Magazine
Orthopedic Knee Specialist for The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, recently made the "Best Doctors For Executives" list in the online magazine for ColoradoBiz. With special expertise in posterolateral knee injuries, PCL tears, revision ACL reconstructions, meniscal transplants, MCL injuries, knee osteotomies, and other difficult and compound knee injuries, Dr. LaPrade is often specifically sought out by executives who strive to [...]
Dr. Robert LaPrade Discusses Heat Related Injuries Associated with the Sport of Hockey
It might seem unlikely that hockey players can suffer heat related injuries, but dry-land training, a warm rink in the summer, and being deconditioned can have serious heat-related side effects if proper precautions are not taken. According to Dr. Robert LaPrade, orthopedic knee surgeon in Vail, CO, and contributing editor to HockeyDoc, "A warm environmental condition is the primary risk factor for heat related injuries. [...]
BMX Rider, Alise Post, Makes Olympic Team Following Recovery from Complex Knee Surgery with Dr. Robert LaPrade
Alise Post, professional BMX racer and winner of numerous championship titles, seriously injured her knee after falling in the summer of 2011 on a 35-foot jump going 35 to 40 mph, sending her over her bike's handle bars during a super cross training session. The injury dashed any hopes she had of making the 2012 United States Olympic Team; but with tenacity, she fought back [...]
Dr. LaPrade Presented “Outstanding Fellowship Teaching Award” by 2011-2012 Steadman Clinic Fellows
Dr. LaPrade was presented with the first ever “Outstanding Fellowship Teaching Award”, presented by the 2011-2012 Steadman Clinic fellows at their graduation dinner on July 28, 2012. The fellows noted that Dr. LaPrade was an outstanding mentor, clinician, teacher, and researcher and provided them with a role model for them to strive for in their careers. Every year a team of fellows who have completed [...]
Vail, Colorado Orthopedic Knee Surgeon, Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, Offers Insight on MCL Injuries for Let’s Play Hockey
Vail, Colorado orthopedic knee surgeon, Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, offers advice and insight for Lets Play Hockey. This comprehensive newspaper focuses on all things hockey and provides in-depth coverage of all levels of the sport including youth, high school, college, and professional. Dr. LaPrade serves as the “Hockey Doc” for this popular site and offers advice on all areas of orthopedic surgery and sports related [...]
Kobe Bryant Among High Level Athletes Who Believe in the Benefit of PRP Therapy; Dr. Robert LaPrade Comments on the Use of Biologic Treatments for Sports Injuries
Medical research in the area of PRP therapy (platelet-rich plasma) is continuing to gain notoriety in the mainstream press. Particularly, because high profile athletes are taking notice of the benefits of this treatment alternative. Kobe Bryant and Alex Rodriguez, to name a few, have recently both traveled to Germany where biologic treatments in the form of PRP are readily available. Scientists in the U.S., and [...]
Dr. Robert LaPrade Hosts First Biologic Treatments Symposium in Vail, CO to Discuss How PRP and Stem Cell Growth Factors Heal Sports Injuries
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, knee surgeon and Chief Medical Research Officer for the Steadman Philippon Research Institute, recently served as local host and co-chair for the Biologic Treatments for Sports Injuries Symposium that was held in Vail, CO at the Four Seasons Resort March 3-4. During the Symposium, orthopaedic research scientists and surgeons from The Institute met with leaders in the field from around the [...]
Dr. Robert LaPrade Honored with 2012 Achievement Award by AAOS
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) recently honored Dr. Robert F. LaPrade of the Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado with the 2012 Achievement Award. This award was given to Dr. LaPrade during the AAOS Annual Meeting that took place in San Francisco February 7-11 at the Moscone Center. During the meeting, new topics surrounding the finest in orthopaedic surgery, education and the latest research [...]
2010 Steadman Philippon Research Institute Annual Report
The Steadman Philippon Research Institute located in Vail, Colorado is a renowned leader in the world of orthopedic medicine. They are recognized globally for their research into the causes and treatments of orthopedic diseases and conditions. They recently released the 2010 Steadman Philippon Research Institute Annual Report. This publication summarizes all of the activities, projects, and programs that occurred in 2010. A few of the [...]
American Journal of Sports Medicine Selects Dr. LaPrade as July’s Featured Author
Dr. LaPrade was selected by the American Journal of Sports Medicine (AJSM) as July's Featured Author. Dr. LaPrade's collaborative study titled, "The Anterolateral Ligament: An Anatomic, Radiographic, and Biomechanical Analysis" was Dr. LaPrade's 100th publication in AJSM. The anterolateral ligament was a source of debate back in November of 2013 regarding the discovering of a new ligament in the knee. The anterolateral ligament had already been [...]
Dr. Robert LaPrade Recognized for His Contributions to Medscape
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade is a contributing writer for Medscape. Medscape provides evidence-based content, updated regularly by some 8,000 attributed physician or health care provider authors and editors and provides the latest practice guidelines in 38 clinical areas. Medscape Reference contains articles on over 10,000 diseases, medical topics and drugs, and is richly illustrated with some 29,000 multimedia files. Dr. LaPrade was recently recognized for [...]
Dr. Robert LaPrade is Published in The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery
Dr. Robert F. LaPrade, orthopedic shoulder surgeon in Vail, Colorado, recently submitted a manuscript entitled, "Arthroscopically Pertinent Anatomy of the Anterolateral and Posteromedial Bundles of the Posterior Cruciate Ligament." This manuscript was accepted by the Journal for publication. The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery (JBJS) has been the most valued source of information for orthopedic surgeons and researchers for over 100 years and is [...]
Dr. Robert LaPrade Listed as Top 125 Knee Surgeons in Becker’s Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management Review
Dr. Robert LaPrade, complex knee surgeon with The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, was recently listed as a top knee surgeon with Becker’s Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management Review. Becker’s Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management Review features news and analysis on business and legal issues relating to orthopedic and spine practices. Each issue of the quarterly publication reaches an audience of 10,000 key ASC-industry orthopedic [...]