Aravind Athiviraham, MD

Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery

A specialist in sports medicine, Aravind Athiviraham, MD, cares for patients with athletic and overuse injuries, as well as other injuries and diseases of the bones, joints, and muscles. He is skilled in minimally invasive and arthroscopic procedures of the shoulder, elbow, knee and ankle. In addition, he has received advanced training in reconstructive procedures of the knee and shoulder.

Dr. Athiviraham's research focuses on the use of virtual arthroscopic simulators in resident training. His current research interest includes the role of orthobiologics to enhance tendon repair and ligament reconstruction, to optimize patient recovery from surgery and allow early return to sports activity. Dr. Athiviraham recently was awarded a grant from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery for his work.

An active contributor to medical literature, Dr. Athiviraham has published numerous scientific articles and book chapters on cartilage restorative procedures of the knee and shoulder, as well as total knee arthroplasty. He has served as faculty at arthroscopic shoulder and knee courses organized by the Arthroscopy Association of North America. He also is also a reviewer for the American Journal of Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery. In addition, he has served as a team physician for several professional and college sports teams.

Dr. Athiviraham is dedicated to the care of his patients and stays up-to-date on the latest techniques in sports medicine. He enjoys getting to know his patients and working with them to choose the best treatment option, by fostering a combined patient-physician decision making approach.