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 innovation that directly impacts patient care.

Despite maintaining a full-time clinical practice, Dr. LaPrade and his team authored 94 peer-reviewed publications over the past year. The magnitute of output places their work at a level rarely matched within the orthopedic or research field. The publications span a broad range of topics including knee ligament, cartilage, and sports medicine and continue to influence evidence-based orthopedic care worldwide.

In addition to an impressive research output, Dr. LaPrade remained deeply engaged in education and collaboration throughout the year, sharing his expertise with colleagues around the world. His 2025 contributions included:

  • 94 peer-reviewed publications.
  • 40 invited lectures, instructional courses, symposia, and moderator sessions, connecting with orthopaedic surgeons and sports medicine specialists at national and international meetings.
  • 10 podium and poster presentations at major professional conferences, helping translate research findings into clinical practice while strengthening academic collaboration across the field

Highlighting the impact of this work, Dr. LaPrade received the AOSSM Cabaud Memorial Award: a prestigious honor recognizing outstanding contributions to orthopaedic sports medicine research.

Dr. LaPrade notes that while many research metrics are shared publicly, the collective achievements of his team stand apart, demonstrating what is possible through disciplined collaboration, mentorship, and a relentless focus on improving patient outcomes. Dr. LaPrade and his team’s accomplishments in 2025 underscore a research enterprise that continues to set benchmarks for productivity, quality, and global influence in orthopaedic sports medicine.

Please help us congratulate Dr. LaPrade and his Team!