Ryan Dopirak

Ryan Dopirak MD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin. His clinical and research work focuses on sports medicine surgical techniques, particularly for knee and shoulder pathologies. He has contributed extensively to studies on ligament reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, and arthroscopic management of joint injuries.

• Academic Rank: Associate Professor
• Institution: Medical College of Wisconsin
• Department: Orthopaedic Surgery
• Division: Clinical
• Program: Sports Medicine Surgical

Dr. Dopirak's research spans surgical innovation and biomechanical analysis in orthopedics. His work includes comparative studies on graft materials, ligament isometry, and complication management in arthroscopic procedures. Key areas include medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction, rotator cuff augmentation, and treatment of osteochondral defects.

His publications over 2004-2010 demonstrate expertise in knee and shoulder arthroscopy, ligament repair techniques, and outcomes analysis for sports-related injuries. Articles often address surgical protocol optimization, graft integration, and complication prevention in high-impact procedures.