Orthopedic surgeon Ronak Patel recently presented research at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), one of the largest and most influential orthopedic conferences in the world. The study, titled “Meniscectomy vs. Meniscal Repair: Comparing...read more
Recurrent shoulder instability is not a minor issue. Once the shoulder has dislocated, the joint becomes more vulnerable to repeat episodes because the stabilizing tissues are stretched or torn. Over time, repeated dislocations can lead to ongoing pain, weakness,...read more
ACL injuries aren’t limited to athletes. Many adults tear their ACL during routine activities such as slipping, twisting, or stepping awkwardly. These injuries often go undiagnosed or undertreated. How ACL Tears Occur in Non-Athletes Sudden pivots Missed steps Falls...read more
Knee replacement surgery is an effective option for advanced arthritis, but it is not always the first — or best — solution. Many patients with cartilage damage may be candidates for joint preservation procedures that delay or avoid the...read more
This ski season — and especially at the 2026 Winter Olympics — all eyes were on Lindsey Vonn as she attempted to compete in the downhill just one week after completely rupturing her anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in a...read more
At the 2025 Annual Meeting of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), held in Nashville, Dr. Ronak M. Patel, a nationally recognized expert in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery, was invited to deliver three distinguished presentations. His...read more
