Institute Mission:
Building on our legacy of excellence in orthopaedic sports medicine, SPRI is unlocking the secrets of healing, finding cures and enhancing lives through global leadership in regenerative medicine, scientific research, innovation and education.
FOUNDED IN 1988.
Founded by orthopaedic surgeon Dr. J. Richard Steadman, the Steadman Philippon Research Institute is an independent, tax-exempt (IRS code 501(c)(3)) charitable organization, employing scientists, researchers, fellows, visiting scholars, and interns.
KNOWN THROUGHOUT THE WORLD.
The Steadman Philippon Research Institute is known throughout the world for our research into the causes, prevention and treatment of orthopaedic disorders. We are committed to solving orthopaedic problems that limit an individual's ability to maintain an active life.
PERSPECTIVE WITH A GOAL.
Our perspective is based on clinical relevance, with a goal of improving the care of the patient. Recognizing that the body's innate healing powers can be harnessed and manipulated to improve the healing process has led to exciting advances in surgical techniques.
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A gift to SPRI is tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Donate NowOur Primary Areas of Research and Education
DEPARTMENT OF BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
Advances patient care by focusing on injury mechanisms and prevention, development and validation of novel surgical treatments. READ MORE
IMAGING RESEARCH
Develops and evaluates noninvasive imaging techniques of the joints for the purpose of directing and monitoring clinical treatment. READ MORE
EDUCATION AND FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
Administers and coordinates the physicians-in-residence fellowships and visiting scholars programs, hosts conferences READ MORE
CENTER FOR OUTCOMES-BASED ORTHOPAEDIC RESEARCH
Conducts evidence- or outcomes-based research using actual clinical data that aids both physicians and patients in making better decisions. READ MORE
LINDA & MITCH HART CENTER FOR REGENERATIVE AND PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
Undertakes biological studies at the molecular and cellular level to investigate the causes and effect of aging, diseases and injury READ MORE
SURGICAL SKILLS LABORATORY
Equips SPRI to educate medical professionals on advanced surgical technologies and train surgeons in new techniques. READ MORE
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Wendy Whelan: Focused from the Start, Uncommonly Energetic, Ever-Changing
Center for Outcomes-Based Orthopaedic Research
Return to Play After Hip Arthroscopy With Microfracture in Elite Athletes
Center for Outcomes-Based Orthopaedic Research
Measurement of Normal Shoulder Function: Providing the Data to Analyze Injured Shoulder Groups
Department of Biomedical Engineering
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Where Are They Now
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The fellowship at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute provided me a foundation for the personalized care of complex sports medicine conditions and the importance of associated research of those conditions. I owe the foundation of my practice and research to my mentors at SPRI!
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The SPRI fellowship provided me with the best training experience a surgeon could imagine: cutting edge surgical techniques, complex clinical decision-making, and evidence-based medicine research all of which is taught by world-class surgeon-mentors,
Meet our Team
Researchers, Educators and Students.
Marc J. Philippon
Orthopedic Surgeon and Managing Partner, The Steadman Clinic Chairman Steadman Philippon Research Institute Co-Director of SPRI Sports Medicine Fellowship Co-Director of SPRI Hip Preservation Fellowship
Richard Steadman
Founder of SPRI, Founder of The Steadman Clinic
Johnny Huard
Chief Scientific Officer and Director
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