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2023 ON/AGA Orthoregeneration Award Awarded to Dr. Peter Millett and The Steadman Clinic

2023 ON/AGA Orthoregeneration Award Awarded to Steadman Philippon Research Institute and Dr. Peter Millett: Research focused on how senolytic (anti-aging) agent can optimize tendon healing in rotator cuff repairVAIL, Colo., Oct. 19, 2023 [...]

Dr. Millett on The Continuing Development of Sports Medicine – Q&A with Becker’s SpineReview

Recently, Dr. Peter Millett sat down with Cameron Cortigiano from Becker's SpineReview. The topic of this special Q&A was: The Continuing Development of Sports Medicine. Here is the information Dr. Millett shared: Question: What [...]

Episode 97: Clinical Outcomes Arthroscopic Suprascapular Nerve Decompression

Episode 97: Clinical Outcomes of Arthroscopic Suprascapular Nerve Decompression for Suprascapular Neuropathy Arthroscopy Podcast In this podcast, Dr. Hartzler and Dr. Peter Millett discuss Clinical Outcomes of Arthroscopic Suprascapular Nerve Decompression for Suprascapular [...]

Dr. Millett Lectures With Author Sam Walker at the 103rd Hospital for Special Surgery Alumni Meeting

Dr. Peter Millett lectured on leadership with acclaimed author Sam Walker of the Wall Street Journal at the 103rd annual Hospital for Special Surgery Alumni meeting Below are slides from the meeting. [...]

Dr. Millett on Team Credited with Inventing FiberTape® Cerclage to Treat Orthopedic Fractures

Featured in "Scope This Out, A Technical Pearls Newsletter for Orthopedists," FiberTape® Cerclage has multiple applications in Orthopaedic Medicine. FiberTape® Cerclage is a 100% nonmetallic substitute for metal wires and cables commonly used [...]

Dr. Millett’s Patient, Chris Anthony of the USA Ski Team, Shares His Knee-Replacement Story

Dr. Millett's Patient, Chris Anthony of the USA Ski Team, Shares His Knee-Replacement Story Colorado's Mountain Town Magazine features the story of USA Ski Team member, Chris Anthony and his 20-year struggle with [...]

Dr. Millett’s study on SCR is Cited in an Editorial by Dr. Bruce Reider the Editor in Chief of the AJSM

Dr. Peter Millett was recently cited in an editorial by Dr. Bruce Reider Dr. Reider is the editor in chief of the American Journal of Sports Medicine - the highest ranking journal in [...]

Episode 63: Clinical and Imaging Outcomes After Arthroscopic Superior Capsular Reconstruction with Human Dermal Allograft for Irreparable Non-Pseudoparalytic Posterior Superior Rotator Cuff Tears: A Minimum Two-year Follow-up

Dr. Millett and Dr. Arner discuss Clinical and Imaging Outcomes After Arthroscopic Superior Capsular Reconstruction with Human Dermal Allograft for Irreparable Non-Pseudoparalytic Posterior Superior Rotator Cuff Tears: A Minimum Two-year Follow-up on Arthroscopy [...]

Cofield Award Recognizes Vail Team for Research on 10-year Outcomes of Bridging Double Row Rotator Cuff Repair

Dr. Peter J. Millett, along with the seasoned team of orthopaedic researchers at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, Colorado, was recently presented with the Robert H. Cofield, MD Award. The physician team [...]

Dr. Millett will be teaching at The International Live Surgery Congress Shoulder 5-6 November 2020

Dr. Millett will be on the roster of international shoulder experts providing training at this unique shoulder congress.  The congress will offer Live Surgeries, Patient Examinations, Clinical Indications & Case Plannings, Live Results from [...]

Podcast: Five Year Outcomes After Arthroscopic Repair of Partial Thickness Supraspinatus Tears

Robert Hartzler, MD and Peter Millett, MD discuss Five-Year Outcomes After Arthroscopic Repair of Partial Thickness Supraspinatus Tears We invite you to experience Arthroscopy in a new way. Each podcast presents a detailed discussion [...]

Arthroscopic superior capsule reconstruction for rotator cuff tears improves shoulder function

Superior capsule reconstruction is a new treatment option for massive, irreparable posterosuperior rotator cuff tears. The treatment goals for massive tears are to reduce pain, restore shoulder function and delay the development of cuff [...]

Patients with shoulder arthritis have new options to avoid risks of total shoulder replacement

A new review article published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS) finds arthroscopic (joint replacement or reconstruction) management could be a promising option for young, active patients diagnosed with GHOA.Primary [...]

Vail, Colorado Rated One of the Most Academically Productive Academic Orthopaedic Centers in the US

A study published in the Journal of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, “Orthopaedic Academic Activity in the United States: Bibliometric Analysis of Publications by City and State“, named Vail, Colorado one of the most academically [...]

Dr. Millett comments on advantages of surgery for NFL players with clavicle fractures

Dr Millett comments on advantages of surgery for NFL players with clavicle fractures. Study results showed a high return-to-sport rate in National Football League players following nonoperative or operative treatment of clavicle fractures. “Clavicle fractures [...]

Orthopedic Technology & Innovation Forum (OTIF) Research Award presented to Peter J. Millett, MD, MSc, for Research Helping Orthopedic Surgeons Better Treat Patients

Dr. Peter Millett, recognized as a top shoulder surgeon in the U.S., receives the OTIF Research Award from Arthrex, Inc. for his extensive research contributions that have helped surgeons around the world improve patient [...]

Dr. Millett Operated on Atlanta Falcons 1st Round Draft Pick Takkarist McKinley — 5 Details

Peter Millett, MD, of Vail, Colo.-based The Steadman Clinic performed surgery on current Atlanta Falcons rookie defensive end Takkarist McKinley prior to the NFL draft, according to ESPN. Here are five things to know: 1. [...]

Multidirectional Glenohumeral Instability is Amenable to Arthroscopic Pancapsular Capsulorrhaphy

Patients with multidirectional instability of the shoulder experienced an effective and safe treatment with arthroscopic pancapsular capsulorrhaphy with suture anchors at middle-term follow-up in a cohort study. In the study, multidirectional instability (MDI) was defined [...]

Dr. Millett Featured Speaker at Inaugural SPRI and USOC Conference on Injury Prevention

Dr. Millett was selected as a featured speaker at the inaugural Conference on the Prevention of Injury and Illness in Sports. The event was jointly hosted by the Steadman Philippon Research Institute (SPRI) and the United [...]

Dr. Millett named Medical Director of Sports Medicine Program at Ski & Snowboard Club Vail

Dr. Peter Millett named Medical Director and Greg De Luke to serve as Athletic Trainer as The Steadman Clinic bolsters its longstanding support of area athletes at Ski & Snowboard Club Vail. "The Steadman Clinic is [...]

Southampton striker Charlie Austin ruled out for four months with shoulder injury after US specialist advises surgery

Charlie Austin will be sidelined for four months after he traveled to Vail, Colorado to see one of the world’s leading shoulder surgeons. The Southampton striker dislocated his right shoulder during the Europa League tie [...]

Dr. Millett’s Distal Clavicle Fracture Repair Selected as Top Featured Video in 2016 by Arthrex

Dr. Peter Millett's surgical technique for distal clavicle fracture repair utilizing a knotless coracoid fixation device was featured as one of the top 12 videos in 2016 by Arthrex. Determined by orthopedic peers, these videos [...]

Dr. Millett Honored with Outstanding Teacher Award from the Steadman Philippon Research Institute Fellowship Class of 2016

From left to right: Drs Jack Anavian, Travis Menge, Peter Millett, Justin Mitchell, Jon Frank, Scott Montgomery and Alex Vap Dr. Peter Millett honored with the outstanding teacher award form The Steadman Clinic [...]

Dr. Millett Named Member of Visionary Research Society of the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation

Dr. Millett named a member of the visionary research society of the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation (OREF). The Visionary Research Society recognizes individuals who have demonstrated their commitment to orthopaedic research by supporting grants for [...]

Dr. Millett lectures at the 7th Annual Sports Medicine Fellows Forum in Naples, FL

Dr. Millett lectures at the 7th annual Sports Medicine Fellows Forum in Naples, FL on latest techniques in arthroscopic rotator cuff repair, arthroscopic treatments for shoulder osteoarthritis, and shoulder replacement surgery Over 100 orthopaedic surgeons [...]

Dr. Millett’s Study Featured as the Most Viewed Study in the Arthroscopy Journal

Dr. Millett's study "Arthroscopic Superior Capsule Reconstruction for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears" is featured as the most viewed study in the Arthroscopy Journal. Massive irreparable rotator cuff tears in young patients are a particular challenge for orthopedic surgeons. [...]

2015 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons International Scholars Program

Dr. Millett served as a host for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) International Scholars program. Orthopedic surgeons from around the world with minimal access to orthopedic resources are given a scholarship that allows [...]

Shoulder Specialist Peter Millett, MD, MSc and Team Receive Top Research Award at the 2015 Germany Arthroscopy Association Meeting for Study on Shoulder AC Joint

Internationally recognized, Colorado shoulder specialist Peter Millett, MD, MSc and his team at the Steadman Philippon Research Institute (SPRI) were awarded the Top Research Award at the 2015 German Arthroscopy Association (AGA) meeting in Dresden, [...]

Surgery May Be Best Treatment Option for Multidirectional Shoulder Dislocations

Dr. Millett's study that was presented at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine’s (AOSSM) Annual Meeting in Orlando, FL found that surgery was a viable treatment option for multidirectional instability of the shoulder (MDI). [...]

New Research from Dr. Millett on the Positive Effects of Rotator Cuff Surgery in Senior Athletes over 70

Colorado shoulder specialist Peter Millet MD, MSc recently published an article in the American Journal of Sports Medicine on “Two-Year Outcomes After Arthroscopic in Recreational Athletes Older Than 70 Years.” Prior to this study the outcome [...]

Orthopedic Surgeon From South Africa Travels to Vail to Train with Shoulder Specialist Dr. Millett

From left to right - Dr. Dachs, Dr. Millett and Dr. Rashid. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeon’s (AAOS) International Scholar's, Drs. Rob Dachs and Mustafa Rashid traveled from Cape Town, South Africa and the [...]

The Steadman Clinic Named As A National Medical Center For The United States Olympic Committee

It was announced on Monday, March 3, 2014 that The Steadman Clinic, along side The Steadman Philippon Research Institute will be one of two National Medical Centers within the United States Olympic Committee’s (USOC) National [...]

Arthroscopy Association Of North America Selects Peter Millett MD To Discuss Acromioclavicular Joint Reconstruction

The Arthroscopy Association of North America selected Peter Millett MD as one of five experts to discuss acromioclavicular joint reconstruction. As a Colorado shoulder specialist Dr. Millett has been prolific in innovative research on injuries [...]

Peter Millett MD Selected for International Scientific Advisory Board for German Scientific Journal

Peter Millett MD has been selected to be apart of the International Scientific Advisory Board for the German scientific journal “Obere Extremiat” (Upper Extremity), as published by Springer. This journal is dedicated to the care [...]

Dr. Millett Treats Professional Ironman Triathlete One Month Before Competition

Professional Ironman triathlete, Mary Beth Ellis has been competing in triathlons for almost ten years. Finishing fifth in the 2012 Ironman World Championships, Ellis was considered a strong contender for the 2013 Ironman World Championships [...]

Dr. Peter Millett’s CAM Procedure Proven Effective to Delay Shoulder Replacement for Active Patients with Shoulder Osteoarthritis

The Comprehensive Arthroscopic Management (CAM) procedure, developed by Colorado shoulder specialist Dr. Peter Millett, was recently featured in PRWEB. The CAM procedure is a viable surgical option to delay shoulder replacement for young, active patients [...]

Orthopedics This Week Recognizes Dr. Peter Millett as One of the Top 28 Shoulder Surgeons in North America

Dr. Peter Millett has been recognized by Orthopedics This Week as one of the Top 28 Shoulder Surgeons in North America. Dr. Millett, an orthopedic shoulder surgeon and sports medicine specialist at The Steadman Clinic [...]

Dr. Peter Millett Featured in The American Journal of Sports Medicine for Arthrex SpeedBridge Technique for Rotator Cuff Tears

Peter Millett, M.D., was featured on the cover of The American Journal of Sports Medicine (AJSM) for his help in the development of the Arthrex SpeedBridge technique. AJSM is the leading journal for innovative treatment techniques [...]

Dr. Millett Selected for The NHL/NHLPA Second Medical Opinion List for Hockey Sports Injuries

Peter Millett, M.D., has been selected by the NHL/NHLPA Joint Health and Safety Committee to serve as the Second Medical Opinion Physician on the NHL/NHLPA Second Medical Opinion List (the “List”). The List is an [...]

Shoulder Surgeon in Vail Listed as “Top Doctor” by U.S. News and World Report – Dr. Peter J. Millett

Dr. Peter J. Millett was recently listed as a "Top Doctor in America" by U.S. News and World Report.  With close to a million doctors in a variety of fields and specialties, less than just [...]

Dr. Peter J. Millett Performs Double Row Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery Streamed Live to 2,000 Medical Professionals at ArthoLondon 2012

Dr. Peter J. Millett, Orthopedic Shoulder Surgeon and Director of Shoulder Surgery for The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, recently traveled to London, England for the 4th International Symposium of Surgical and Biological Treatments in [...]

Dr. Millett Rebuilds the Shoulder of Local Vail Resident Attacked by a Cape Buffalo on an African Safari

Dr. Peter Millett, orthopedic shoulder surgeon and Director of Shoulder Surgery for The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, has seen it all…or so he thought.  As a complex shoulder surgeon, he has operated on some [...]

Vail Valley Medical Center Among the Best Hospitals In America List by US News and World Report; Dr. Millett Proud to Perform Surgeries at VVMC

Dr. Peter Millett is proud to be affiliated with Vail Valley Medical Center, recently named one of the “Best Hospitals in Colorado” by U.S. News and World Report.  Vail Valley Medical Center is the premiere [...]

Dr. Millett Quoted in the New Yorker, Discusses Torn Biceps Injury of Brian Shaw, The World’s Strongest Man

In early 2012, Dr. Peter J. Millett, orthopedic shoulder surgeon with The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, had the privilege of surgically repairing a torn biceps tendon for Brian Shaw, the Strongest Man in the [...]

Vail Shoulder Surgeon, Dr. Peter Millett, Selected to Serve on the Editorial Board for the American Journal of Sports Medicine

Dr. Peter J. Millett, orthopedic shoulder specialist and sports medicine expert in Vail, Colorado, was recently selected to serve on the Editorial Board for the American Journal of Sports Medicine.  The AJSM is the premiere [...]

Dr. Peter J. Millett Listed in the Best Doctors for Executives List by ColoradoBiz Magazine

Orthopedic shoulder surgeon with The Steadman Clinic in Vail, CO, Dr. Peter J. Millett, recently made the "Best Doctors For Executives List" in the ColoradoBiz online magazine. The list included 121 physicians throughout Colorado ranging [...]

Vail Orthopedic Shoulder Surgeon, Dr. Peter Millett, Chosen as NHL Player’s Association Consultant

The National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) is the labour union for the professional hockey players in the National Hockey League.  Dr. Peter J. Millett, orthopedic shoulder surgeon in Vail, CO, was recently named as [...]

Former Alaskan Ski Champion and Patient of Dr. Peter J. Millett Chronicles Adventures in Heli-Skiing for the Vail Daily

Highlighted not too long ago for a serious knee injury (From Peaks to Pains and Road to Recovery), which was repaired by Dr. Peter Millett, long-time Vail resident Chris Anthony continues to make his mark [...]

Dr. Peter Millett Leads Research Study on The Best Procedures for Treating Massive Rotator Cuff Tears; Study Offers New Insight for Repairing Rotator Cuff Injuries

Rotator cuff injuries are common causes of shoulder pain. A massive rotator cuff tear is defined as a tear greater than 5 cm in length or those that involve two or more rotator cuff tendons. [...]

Dr. Peter Millett Honored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons with Achievement and Service Awards

Dr. Peter J. Millett of the Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado was recently honored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) during its Annual Meeting in San Francisco last week.  During the meeting, new [...]

2010 Steadman Philippon Research Institute Annual Report | Orthopedic Research | Vail, Colorado

The Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, Colorado is the global leader in orthopedic research and science. The 2010 Steadman Philippon Research Institute Annual Report was released in January of 2012.  This publication summarizes all [...]

Dr. Peter Millett Writes on the Arthroscopic Treatment of Snapping Scapula Syndrome for Arthroscopy Journal

Dr. Peter J. Millett, orthopedic shoulder surgeon and sports medicine specialist with The Steadman Clinic in Vail, CO, recently submitted a feature on "Snapping Scapula Syndrome" to Arthroscopy, a leading medical journal. The feature has [...]

Dr. Peter J. Millett Contributes to Physician and Sportsmedicine with On-Field Management of the Acute Glenohumeral Dislocation

The Physician and Sportsmedicine is a medical journal that is published quarterly each year. It is a peer-reviewed medical journal published for physicians who treat patients with active lifestyles, focusing on maintaining a balance between health [...]

Dr. Millett Honored with the Clinical Excellence Award by Vail Valley Medical Center, Vail, Colorado

Dr. Peter Millett, orthopedic shoulder surgeon in Vail, Colorado, was recently honored with the Clinical Excellence Award by the Vail Valley Medical Center. Vail Valley Medical Center President and Chief Executive Officer Doris Kirchner honored the [...]

Ski Champion Chris Anthony Details Journey With Dr. Millett, Knee and Shoulder Surgeon Vail Co

Longtime Vail resident Chris Anthony, former Alaskan Extreme Skiing Champion and veteran of nine World Extreme Skiing Championships, narrates his own journey in this article that appeared in the Vail Daily regarding skiing, success, injury and [...]

Dr. Peter Millett Offers Keynote Address for The Cowboy Way Advanced Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery

Dr. Peter Millett recently made a guest appearance for The Cowboy Way Advanced Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery in San Antonio, TX. Doctors receive special invitations and lecture on particular topics relating to arthroscopic surgery. Dr. Millett [...]

Dr. Peter Millett Offers Medical Perspective to Orthopedics Today for Biceps Tendon Anatomical Repair

Orthopedics Today, a renowned online publication targeting the orthopedic medical community, as well as patients seeking new insignt on orthopedic technologies and treatments, has published a special feature on a new technique to repair an [...]

Dr. Peter Millett Releases Book-Evaluation and Management of Common Upper Extremity Disorders

Evaluation and Management of Common Upper Extremity Disorders: A Practical Handbook ON SALE NOW!! SLACK Incorporated is excited to announce the release of Evaluation and Management of Common Upper Extremity Disorders: A Practical Handbook. Written [...]

Dr. Peter Millett Selected as one of America’s Top Outstanding Shoulder Surgeons By Becker’s Orthopedic and Spine Review

Dr. Peter J. Millett was recently honored and selected as one of the top "65 Outstanding Shoulder Surgeons and Specialists" according to the Becker's Orthopedic Spine Review report.  Chosen from thousands of qualified shoulder surgeons, [...]

Dr. Millett Featured in POLO Player Magazine, How to Avoid Shoulder Injuries in the Game of POLO

Dr. Millett was recently interviewed to share information regarding traumatic sports injuries among POLO players. The game of POLO has been around for centuries. It is one of the most fascinating sports to watch live [...]

Dr. Millett and Renowned Steadman Orthopedic Doctors Gather in Brazil for a Special Awards Evening

Several doctors from the Steadman-Philippon Research Instititute (SPRI) (Vail, Colorado) recently visited Brazil. The group included Dr. Peter Millett, Dr. Robert F. LaPrade and Dr. Marc Philippon.  Below is an excerpt from a Brazilian publication [...]

Congratulations to Ski Champion Marco Tonazzi For Winning Volvo Legends of Skiing Giant Slalom

At the end of March, the Volvo Legends of Skiing giant slalom took place at Golden Peak.  During the skiing extravaganza, some of the best and most competitive ski legends of competitions past gathered to [...]

Dr. Peter J. Millett Selected for Rotator Cuff Repair Research Grant by the AANA

Vail orthopedic shoulder surgeon and sports medicine specialist, Dr. Peter J. Millett, was recently chosen to receive a Research Grant from the Arthroscopy Association of North America. Dr. Millett’s research proposal was selected specifically on [...]

Brett Favre’s Sprained Sternoclavicular (SC) Joint – Right Shoulder and Other Career Injuires

In the ESPN article Feeling the pain of a Brett Favre injury, Dr. Millett discusses Brett Favre's 2010 sprained sternoclavicular (SC) joint - right shoulder as well as other injuries sustained throughout the quarterback's 297-game [...]

Dr. Peter Millett on USA Radio National Comments About Safe Skiing to Avoid Youth Ski Injuries

Dr. Peter Millett was recently interviewed on USA Radio National to discuss skiing, snowboarding and other winter extreme sports and to discuss the importance of safety to avoid injury on the snow.  Recently, the Steadman [...]

Dr. Peter Millett Comments on Knee Injuries in Female Athletes | High School Sports Injuries | ACL Injury

According to the Chicago-based Children's Memorial Institute for Sports Medicine, more than 20,000 high school girls suffer a serious sports-related knee injury each year in the United States.   For many of these women, year-round sports [...]

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Dr. Peter Millett Receives University of Scranton’s O’Hara Award for Achievements in Medicine

Peter J. Millett, M.D., M.Sc., of the class of 1990 will receive the award for Medicine. Dr. Millett, a native of Dalton, is a partner at the renowned Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colo., specializing in [...]

Motorcycle Racer Melissa Paris | Broken Tibia and Fibula Paris | Vail Orthopedic Knee Surgeon

AMA Pro Daytona Motorcycle Racer Melissa Paris successfully underwent knee surgery in June 2010 by Vail orthopedic knee surgeon, Dr. Peter Millett, to repair injuries from a broken tibia and fibula. Paris had injuries in [...]

Dr. Peter Millett Chosen as Speaker at the 26th Annual Surgical Symposium | Vail Orthopedic Surgeon

Vail orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Peter Millett chosen as speaker at the 26th Annual Francis P. Boland, M.D., Surgical Symposium.  The academic lectures:  “Rotator Cuff Disease—State of the Art in Surgical Management” and “Sports Medicine: Evolution [...]

Common Sports Injuries | Overview of Sports Medicine | Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist

Dr. Millett contributes to LA Times Sports Medicine publication on Orthopaedic Health.  Sports medicine used to be a fancy word that limited itself to the treatment of sports injuries by professional athletes.  This is not [...]

U2 Drummer Larry Mullen Jr. Discusses His Experience with Dr. Peter Millett and Others at The Steadman Clinic

Founder, Partner, Lead Drummer, Renowned Musician and Business Leader Moves Beyond the Music to Bring an International Perspective to the Foundation's Board of Directors By Jim Brown, Executive Editor, The Foundation News, Steadman-Philipon Research Institute [...]

NHL Hockey Player Alex Tanguay | Separated Shoulder | Partially Torn Labrum | Colorado Shoulder Surgeon

After missing 32 games in one season, NHL Hockey Player Alex Tanguay, a left wing for the Tampa Bay Lightning, sought out the best shoulder surgeon to repair his badly injured AC joint separated shoulder [...]

 

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