Steadman Philippon Research Institute - Orthopaedic Research

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SPRI conducts groundbreaking research in joint health, mobility, and sports medicine, driving global innovation to improve patient outcomes and shape the future of orthopaedic care.

SPRI’s EPOC program is proud to partner with Keystone Science School to host Girls in STEM: Medical Explorers Camp, taki...
03/20/2026

SPRI’s EPOC program is proud to partner with Keystone Science School to host Girls in STEM: Medical Explorers Camp, taking place April 3rd – 5th for students in grades 4 through 12.

This immersive experience offers students the opportunity to explore the science behind orthopaedic research and sports medicine through hands-on learning, real-world applications and mentorship.

To learn more about how you can support SPRI’s youth education programs, contact kmorgan@sprivail.org

SPRI’s EPOC program is proud to partner with Keystone Science School to host Girls in STEM: Medical Explorers Camp, taki...
03/20/2026

SPRI’s EPOC program is proud to partner with Keystone Science School to host Girls in STEM: Medical Explorers Camp, taking place April 4–12.

This immersive experience offers students the opportunity to explore the science behind orthopaedic research and sports medicine through hands-on learning, real-world applications and mentorship.

To learn more about how you can support SPRI’s youth education programs, contact kmorgan@sprivail.org.

Thank you to Dr. Randall W. Viola for delivering Grand Rounds on Hand 101 for Sports Medicine Surgeons.Dr. Viola shared ...
03/17/2026

Thank you to Dr. Randall W. Viola for delivering Grand Rounds on Hand 101 for Sports Medicine Surgeons.

Dr. Viola shared essential principles of hand and wrist care, bridging trauma fundamentals with practical applications in sports medicine.

His ability to translate complex concepts into actionable clinical insight made the session both engaging and immediately relevant.

We are grateful for his time, expertise and continued commitment to education and advancing excellence in patient care.

Registration is now open for the 2026 Vail Hip Summit, taking place April 9–11, 2026.This educational, think-tank style ...
03/13/2026

Registration is now open for the 2026 Vail Hip Summit, taking place April 9–11, 2026.

This educational, think-tank style course brings together leading hip preservation and hip arthroscopy surgeons from around the world for three days of discussion, collaboration and advanced surgical education.

The program will explore the latest research, techniques and clinical insights shaping the future of hip care.

Learn more and register:
https://www.sprivail.org/events/vail-hip-summit

Dr. Justin Mitchell, orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon and fellowship alumnus, recently returned to SPRI to deliver Gr...
03/11/2026

Dr. Justin Mitchell, orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon and fellowship alumnus, recently returned to SPRI to deliver Grand Rounds on MACI and knee cartilage repair in collaboration with Vericel.

During the lecture, Dr. Mitchell shared insights on cartilage restoration, surgical decision-making and practical lessons drawn from his experience in practice, as well as reflections on life after fellowship and building a career in orthopaedic surgery.

We are grateful to welcome alumni back to SPRI to invest in the next generation through education, mentorship and shared experience.

Yesterday was International Women’s Day, a time to recognize and celebrate the women advancing medicine, research and le...
03/09/2026

Yesterday was International Women’s Day, a time to recognize and celebrate the women advancing medicine, research and leadership across our field.

Pictured are SPRI fellows Drs. Elise Grzeskiewicz, sports medicine foot and ankle fellow, and orthopaedic sports medicine fellows Monica Arney, Mikalyn DeFoor and Lucy Meyer.

Together, they represent the next generation of physician leaders and reflect SPRI’s continued dedication to advancing orthopaedic research, education and innovation.

Congratulations to Dr. Johnny Huard, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer of Steadman Philippon Research Institute, on receivin...
03/06/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Johnny Huard, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer of Steadman Philippon Research Institute, on receiving the second annual Arnold I. Caplan Award for Distinguished Research in Orthobiologics from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons at its annual meeting in New Orleans.

Presented through the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation, the Caplan Award recognizes researchers whose work has significantly advanced the development of new therapeutic solutions in orthobiologics and medicinal signaling cells.

Dr. Huard was honored for his manuscript exploring the origin, mechanisms and clinical applications of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs). His research reflects over three decades of pioneering work in regenerative medicine, including the discovery of muscle-derived stem cells and their potential role in tissue engineering and musculoskeletal healing.

Under Dr. Huard’s leadership, SPRI continues to advance translational research and clinical innovation in regenerative and orthopaedic medicine.

Read more:
https://www.sprivail.org/publications/institute-news/johnny-huard-phd-chief-scientific-officer-of-steadman-philippon-research-institute-spri-receives-second-annual-arnold-i-caplan-award

Congratulations to Dr. Johnny Huard, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer of Steadman Philippon Research Institute, on receivin...
03/06/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Johnny Huard, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer of Steadman Philippon Research Institute, on receiving the second annual Arnold I. Caplan Award for Distinguished Research in Orthobiologics from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons at its annual meeting in New Orleans.

Presented through the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation, the Caplan Award recognizes researchers whose work has significantly advanced the development of new therapeutic solutions in orthobiologics and medicinal signaling cells.

Dr. Huard was honored for his manuscript exploring the origin, mechanisms and clinical applications of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs). His research reflects over three decades of pioneering work in regenerative medicine, including the discovery of muscle-derived stem cells and their potential role in tissue engineering and musculoskeletal healing.

Under Dr. Huard’s leadership, SPRI continues to advance translational research and clinical innovation in regenerative and orthopaedic medicine.

Read more:
https://www.sprivail.org/publications/institute-news/johnny-huard-phd-chief-scientific-officer-of-steadman-philippon-research-institute-spri-receives-second-annual-arnold-i-caplan-award

The 2026 Winter Olympic Games were a powerful reminder of what preparation, partnership and purpose look like on the wor...
03/03/2026

The 2026 Winter Olympic Games were a powerful reminder of what preparation, partnership and purpose look like on the world stage.

This year, Drs. Randy Viola, Thomas Hackett, David Kuppersmith, Leslie Vidal, and Sonny Gill served as team physicians for U.S. Ski & Snowboard Teams, continuing a 50 year Olympic legacy that began with Dr. J. Richard Steadman in 1976.

Throughout the Games, our physicians worked alongside international colleagues, supported medalists and rising stars and advocated for athlete health at every level of competition. Their role extended far beyond competition, providing trusted medical guidance, collaboration and care behind the scenes.

We are proud to see our team represented among Olympic champions, global sports medicine leaders and the next generation of athletes, reinforcing SPRI’s commitment to research, injury prevention and evidence-based care at the highest level.

Congratulations to Team USA and to all who made these Games unforgettable.

02/26/2026

As the Winter Olympic Games come to a close, we’re proud to reflect on the expertise, preparation and teamwork behind the scenes.

Dr. Marc J. Philippon and Dr. Thomas R. Hackett joined Colorado Conversations on FOX31 to share insight into caring for Olympic athletes, advancing injury prevention and the role of research and collaboration in elite sports medicine.

This work represents more than five decades of Steadman and SPRI involvement in Olympic care.

Watch the full conversation here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzotqWKqI40

This National Engineers Week, we recognize the biomedical engineers at SPRI who power orthopaedic innovation through bio...
02/25/2026

This National Engineers Week, we recognize the biomedical engineers at SPRI who power orthopaedic innovation through biomechanics, robotics and advanced imaging.

From biomotion analysis and computational modeling to state-of-the art MRI and robotic joint simulation, the Department of Biomedical Engineering integrates research, clinical insight and technology to advance injury prevention, evaluate treatments and restore musculoskeletal function.

Happy National Engineers Week!

Dr. Sonny S. Gill is representing Team USA as Head Team Physician for the U.S. Freestyle Ski Team at the 2026 Olympic Wi...
02/20/2026

Dr. Sonny S. Gill is representing Team USA as Head Team Physician for the U.S. Freestyle Ski Team at the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina.

After more than 20 years caring for freestyle athletes and previously serving as team physician through multiple Olympic cycles, this marks Dr. Gill’s first Games as head physician.

His leadership reflects decades of dedication to elite athletes and a deep commitment to advancing spine and sports medicine care.

A specialist in complex and minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Gill combines clinical expertise, research innovation and athlete advocacy to support performance at the highest level.

We are proud to see Dr. Gill representing The Steadman Clinic and SPRI on the global stage as he supports Team USA in Italy.

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