Robert LaPrade, MD, PhD of Colorado is Recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as One of the Best Orthopaedic Surgeons and Industry Leaders to Know
Vail, Colorado (PRWEB) February 10, 2015 -- Colorado orthopedic surgeon, Robert LaPrade, MD, PhD has been recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the best orthopedic surgeons and top industry leaders to know. Dr. LaPrade was selected by his peers as one of “59 Great Orthopedic Surgeons Recommended by Healthcare Leaders” and one of “156 ASC Industry Physician Leaders to Know.” Becker's Healthcare Review is a leading source of cutting-edge medical innovation and information in orthopedics and ambulatory surgery centers.
As a Colorado orthopedic surgeon, Dr. LaPrade specializes in the treatment of complex knee and sports medicine injuries at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado. He serves as the Chief Medical Officer and Co-Director of the Sports Medicine Fellowship Program at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute, and Research Committee Chair for the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. Dr. LaPrade has also been awarded "One of the Best Doctors in America" and "One of the Most Compassionate Doctors."
Internationally recognized in the orthopedic community for his sports medicine research, Dr. LaPrade began his research at the University of Minnesota and has continued his research at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute. This year, Dr. LaPrade surpassed his 200th peer-reviewed study. To date, there are only a few clinicians, scientists and surgeons who have reached this milestone in sports medicine research.
Dr. LaPrade has focused his research on the anatomy, biomechanics, and anatomic based reconstructions of the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), posterolateral corner (PLC), anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), meniscus and articular cartilage of the knee. Many of the current anatomic-based knee reconstructions used around the world were designed and tested based upon Dr. LaPrade’s research.
About The Steadman Clinic
The Steadman Clinic is home to some of the best orthopedic surgeons in the United States. The mission of The Steadman Clinic is to keep people active through innovative surgery, research and education. Founded by knee surgeon Dr. Richard Steadman in 1990, The Steadman Clinic collaborates with the Steadman Philippon Research Institute to develop and refine surgical and rehabilitation techniques that promote faster and more successful healing of injured joints.
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