Knee Surgeon in Anchorage, Alaska

Our specialists in knee pain and knee injuries deliver the focused care Alaskans need to stay strong.

Knee pain is not only frustrating, but it can signify a serious condition – for instance, arthritis. An injury to the knee, whether due to sports, a fall, or another accident, can also have a serious impact on your mobility. It is important to take knee pain seriously and to seek the proper treatment from a knee specialist.

Our knee doctors can help you obtain the correct diagnosis as well as the most effective treatment options. Additionally, our sports medicine doctors provide world-class treatment for sports-related knee injuries and understand the needs of athletes and active patients. Whatever surgery or nonsurgical treatment you need, our doctors and surgeons have the expertise to help you.

When you visit us, your specialist will provide a full evaluation. This may mean performing a physical examination and requesting X-rays or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Then your doctor can recommend the procedure or treatment to restore your knee joint function.

Knee Conditions We Treat

Our knee care providers diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Knee arthritis (osteoarthritis)
  • Meniscus tears
  • Torn cartilage
  • Torn ligaments or tendons
  • Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears
  • Collateral ligament injuries (including LCL and MCL tears)
  • Patellar instability and dislocation
  • Prepatellar bursitis
  • Osteochondritis dissecans
  • Osgood-Schlatter disease
  • Post-traumatic knee injuries
  • Shin splints
  • Fractures of the kneecap

When to Seek Treatment for Knee Pain

We recommend scheduling a visit with a knee specialist if:

  • You have pain lasting longer than two days
  • Pain radiates from the knee to the hip
  • Home remedies (ice, heat, OTC medications) do not help
  • Knee pain disrupts your sleep or daily activities
  • You experienced a traumatic injury (e.g., fall, collision, or sports injury)

Nonsurgical Knee Treatment Options

Whenever possible, we prioritize conservative care, including:

Surgical Solutions for Knee Pain

When surgery is needed, our board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeons use advanced, minimally invasive techniques tailored to your condition. We offer:

Knee Arthroscopy

Minimally invasive surgery using a small camera and tools to diagnose and treat meniscus tears, ligament injuries, cartilage damage, or patellar issues. It’s often used for:

  • Meniscus repair or debridement
  • Ligament reconstruction
  • Removal of loose cartilage or Baker’s cysts
  • Patellar realignment

Cartilage Restoration Procedures

Including autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI) and MACI®. These two-stage procedures use your own cells to regrow cartilage and are especially helpful for younger, active patients with isolated cartilage damage.

Meniscus Transplant (Allograft)

For patients with irreparable meniscal tears, we offer meniscus allograft transplantation using donor tissue to restore shock absorption and reduce arthritis risk.

Osteotomy

This procedure realigns the bones to offload pressure from the damaged area of the knee, often delaying or preventing the need for a knee replacement.

ACL & LCL Reconstruction

We perform advanced ligament repair techniques, including ACL and lateral collateral ligament reconstruction, using autografts, allografts, or modern biological options like bridge-enhanced ACL repair.

MPFL Reconstruction

Used to treat chronic kneecap dislocation by restoring normal alignment using a graft and anchor system. Ideal for patients with recurrent patellar instability.

Arthroscopic Lateral Release

A minimally invasive procedure used to relieve pressure from a laterally displaced patella, particularly for those with anterior knee pain and early osteoarthritis.

Total Knee Replacement

Also called total knee arthroplasty, this involves replacing the damaged surfaces of the knee with metal and plastic components. It is recommended when other treatments no longer provide relief from arthritis-related pain.

Total Knee Revision

If a previous knee replacement fails or wears out, revision surgery can replace or reinforce the existing prosthesis to restore function and reduce pain.

Jiffy KneeTM and VELYSTM Robotic-Assisted Solution Provide Less Pain, Faster Recovery for Total Knee Replacements

At AFOC, our doctors are on the forefront of minimally invasive, technologically advanced procedures for total knee replacements. Both the Jiffy Knee and VELYS approaches are performed using muscle- and tendon-sparing techniques, resulting in:

  • Less pain
  • Increased mobility
  • Quicker recovery times
  • Better patient outcomes

Our very own Dr. Douglas Prevost and Dr. Lars Matkin perform total knee replacements with the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution. The knee replacement is customized for your specific anatomy and alignment in three dimensions. This allows for a level of precision not possible with previous knee replacement techniques.

In addition, Dr. Brad Sparks is the only doctor in Alaska (and one of only a handful of physicians in the country) certified in the Jiffy Knee procedure for total knee replacements. He received special training from the founder of the Jiffy Knee, Dr. Manish Patel. Dr. Sparks’ patients enjoy far less downtime, decreased risk for complications, and fast rehabs.

Curious if you’re a good candidate? All candidates for total knee replacement are also candidates for Jiffy Knee and VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution.

AFOC offers both procedures in Anchorage, Eagle River and Wasilla. Learn more about Jiffy Knee and VELYS at AFOC, or visit the VELYS website.