Robert FitzGibbons, MD
Knee & Shoulder Surgery | Sports Medicine
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About Robert FitzGibbons, MD
Dr. FitzGibbons was one of the original founders of Front Range Orthopedics & Spine (now OCR). He has been in practice in Boulder County for 30 years. Fellowship-trained in sports medicine, he specializes in the surgical treatment of knee and shoulder disorders.
A native of Chicago, Dr. FitzGibbons earned his medical degree at Loyola Stritch School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic residency at Northwestern University in Chicago and his fellowship in sports medicine at the Methodist Sports Medicine Center in Indianapolis.
Dr. FitzGibbons has concentrated his practice on the care of problems related to the knee and shoulder with a goal of rapidly returning his patients to sporting activities and/or functional activities of daily living. He also has extensive experience with total knee replacements utilizing robotic technology and surgical techniques in cartilage transplantation.
Dr. FitzGibbons is board certified in orthopedic surgery and has been published in national orthopedic journals. He has been invited to present his findings at national meetings for the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the Arthroscopy Association of North America.
Dr. FitzGibbons is an active participant, spectator, and promoter of all sports. In his spare time, he enjoys skiing, snowboarding, golf, and biking. He has volunteered as a team physician in St. Vrain Valley School District athletics for the past 30 years.
Qualifications
- Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies
- Front Range Orthopedics & Spine
- Colorado Medical Society
- Boulder County Medical Society
- American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
- Arthroscopy Association of North America
Education
- Fellowship
- Methodist Sports Medicine Center – Indianapolis, IN
- Residency
- Northwestern Medical Center – Chicago, IL
- Medical Education
- Loyola-Stritch School of Medicine – Maywood, IL
- Undergraduate Education
- Miami University – Oxford, OH
Resources
Do you have questions about Knee/Shoulder Disorders & Sports Medicine conditions that you or a family member may be experiencing? Have you been diagnosed with a specific problem and you are wondering about treatment options? Check out the links below that contain valuable information. Please note that this information should serve as a resource and should be considered only in discussion with your doctor before official diagnosis or treatment is attempted.
Resources
Shoulder Strength & Care
Knee Strength & Care
Featured Videos
Meet Dr. Robert FitzGibbons Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Robert FitzGibbons – Golf Stretching