Clinical Research
Clinical research is an integral part of multiple sections of our department. Studies are designed to critically evaluate current clinical practice, as well as investigate applications of novel, cutting-edge technologies and surgical innovations.
Among ongoing projects with the spine:
- Application of motion-sparing technologies
- Motion assessment prior and after spine intervention
- Alternate imaging modalities for scoliosis
- Epidemiologic and outcome studies after spine surgeries
Among ongoing projects with long bone fracture:
- Bone growth factors and long bone fracture repair
Among ongoing projects with sports medicine:
- Evaluating time of surgery following multiple ligament knee injuries and how soon to begin weight bearing range of motion
Ongoing Clinical Trials
- Diseases of the Musculoskeletal SystemSTaR Trial: Multiple Ligament Knee InjuriesPrincipal Investigator: Michael Medvecky
Orthopaedics Clinical Research Faculty
Professor of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation; Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs; Director of Orthopaedic Spine Service, Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation
Wayne O. Southwick Professor of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation; Professor, Biomedical Engineering; Professor, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences; with Tenure in Traditional Track; Professor in Department of Pathology, Secondary Appointment; Biological and Biomedical Science Program, YSM Postgraduate School; Wayne O. Southwick Endowed Professor in Orthopedics and Rehabilitation; Presidential Line Officer (Treasurer in 2023-Secretary in 2024-President-Elect in 2025-President in 2026), Executive Committee
Associate Professor and Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs, Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation; Head Team Physician & Head Orthopaedic Surgeon WNBA CT Sun Women's basketball team, Yale Orthopaedics