Lafi S. Khalil, MD

Dr. Khalil is an Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine at Henry Ford Health, primarily servicing Macomb county. Dr. Khalil treats musculoskeletal injuries of the knee, shoulder, hip, elbow , and ankle. He is a Michigander and completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor followed by medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine. He then remained in Detroit for five additional years of residency training in Orthopaedic Surgery at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. He spent an additional year completing his fellowship specializing in Sports Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic, where he had the opportunity to work with high school, collegiate, and professional athletes, including Cleveland State University, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Cleveland Gaurdians. Dr. Khalil has expertise in complex sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery. Dr. Khalil dedicates time to research, publishing over 50 manuscripts, and serves as Associate Editor of the Arthroscopy Journal.

His research interests include advancing sports medicine and arthroscopic techniques, improving patient outcomes, and investigating risk factors for treatment failures. He has several publications in respected journals such as the Arthroscopy Journal, JSES, AJSM, and OJSM. He is passionate about helping athletes and non-athletes alike return to a high-functioning, pain-free and active lifestyle. Dr. Khalil is honored and privileged to serve his hometown of Macomb county.

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  • SPORTS MEDICINE FELLOWSHIP: 2022-2023
    Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH 44195

    ORTHOPAEDIC SURGICAL RESIDENCY: 2017-2022
    Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan 48226

    DOCTOR OF MEDICINE: 2013-2017
    Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI 48201

    BACHELOR OF SCIENCE: 2009-2013
    B.S. Cell and Molecular Biology
    University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

  • • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Examination Part 1, 2022

    • USMLE Step 3, September 2017

    • USMLE Step 2 CS, July 2016

    • USMLE Step 2 CK, July 2016

    • USMLE Step 1, June 2015

  • • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (2022-present)

    • Arthroscopy Association of North America (2019-present)

    • Mid-America Orthopedic Association (2018-present)

    • American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery (2018-present)

    • Michigan Orthopedic Society (2016-present)

  • Arthroscopy Journal                                                                                                

    • Associate Editor                                                                                Jan 1, 2025 - Present

    • Social Media Board for Arthroscopy                                                             2022 – 2024

    • Editorial Board Member                                                                                 2021 – 2024

    Manuscript Review by Invitation:

    • Sports Health                                                                                                  2023-present

    • American Journal of Sports Medicine                       2022-present

    • Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine                                                       2022-present

    • Arthroscopy Journal                                                                                       2021-present

  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine 2024

    o   William A. Grana Award for ‘Best Original Research in the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine’: Effects of a Perioperative Blood Flow Restriction Therapy Program on Early Quadriceps Strength and Patient-Reported Outcomes After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.

    Cleveland Clinic 33rd Annual Research Day 2023

    o First Place Award Resident/Fellow Research: Is Posterior Tibial Slope a Predictor of Hamstring Autograft Failure in Primary ACLR.

    Arthroscopy Annual Research Awards 2021

    o 2021 Resident/Fellow Research Excellence Runner-up: Elbow Torque is Reduced in Asymptomatic College Pitchers with Elbow Laxity: A Dynamic Ultrasound Study.

    Henry Ford Annual Medical Education Research Forum. Detroit, MI.

    o 1st Place Clinical Research Award (March 2021): Multimodal Nonopioid Pain Protocol Following Shoulder Labral Surgery

    o 2nd Place Clinical Research Award (May 15, 2020): Elbow Torque is Reduced in Asymptomatic College Pitchers with Elbow Laxity: A Dynamic Ultrasound Study. Virtual Podium Presentation.

    o 1st Place Clinical Research Award (May 15, 2020): Return to Play and Performance in the Women’s National Basketball Association Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Virtual Podium Presentation.

    Wayne State University School of Medicine Annual Research Symposium. Detroit, MI.

    o 2nd Place Clinical Studies Poster Award (February 7, 2020): The Effect of Shoulder Range of Motion on Arm Stress in College Pitchers: A MOTUS Baseball Study. Poster Presentation.

    o 3rd Place Clinical Studies Poster Award (January 14, 2016): NFL Combine Performance after ACL Reconstruction. Poster Presentation.

    2018 American Orthopaedic Association Annual Leadership Meeting. Boston, MA.

    o Top 10 Poster Award Winner (June 27, 2018): Deep Venous Thrombosis Prophylaxis in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructive Surgery: What is the Current State of Practice? Poster Presentation.

  • Henry Ford Hospital Graduate Medical Education Grant 2019

    o $5,000 awarded (Funding #1813)

    o Project: The Effect of GIRD and Elbow Torque on Adaptive Changes in the Ulnar Collateral Ligament of College Pitchers Using MOTUS and Dynamic Ultrasound.

    Henry Ford Hospital Graduate Medical Education Grant 2018

    o $5,000 awarded (Funding #1805)

    o Project: The Effect of Focused Rehabilitation on Subscapularis Strength after Anatomic Shoulder Arthroplasty.

  • Publications

    Dr. Khalil has authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications in leading orthopaedic and sports medicine journals, including Arthroscopy, American Journal of Sports Medicine, JSES, Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, and Arthroscopy Techniques. His work spans clinical outcomes, surgical techniques, biomechanics, and athlete performance research.

    * [Iliac Epiphyseal Avulsion Repair Using a Suture Bridge and Lag Screw Construct](https://scholarlycommons.henryford.com/orthopaedics_articles/668/)

    * [Surgical Techniques to Address Patellofemoral Instability: An Individualized Approach](https://www.arthroscopytechniques.org/article/S2212-6287%2825%2900373-1/fulltext)

    * [Achilles Rupture Repair: Modified Gift-Box With a Proximal Myotendinous Backup Fixation Technique](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39989681)

    * [Defensive Performance Declines in Ultimate Fighting Championship Fighters Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39534034)

    * [Perioperative Management of Traditional and Direct Oral Anticoagulants in Hip Fracture Patients](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38751452)

    * [Editorial Commentary: Female Patients With Lower Body Mass Index Show the Best Outcomes After Hip Arthroscopy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38219126)

    * [Indications for Surgery, Activities After Surgery, and Pain Are the Most Commonly Asked Questions in ACL Injury and Reconstruction](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37753188)

    * [Effects of a Perioperative Blood Flow Restriction Therapy Program on Early Quadriceps Strength After ACL Reconstruction](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38035216)

    * [What Are Patients Asking and Reading Online? An Analysis of Online Patient Searches for Rotator Cuff Repair](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37263485)

    * [The Effect of Subscapularis-Specific Rehabilitation Following Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: A Randomized Controlled Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37263480)

    * [Percutaneous Achilles Tendon Repair Using Ultrasound Guidance: An Intraoperative Ultrasound Technique](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36879876)

    * [Athletes Perceive Weighted Baseballs to Carry a Notable Injury Risk, yet Still Use Them Frequently: A Multicenter Survey Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36083831)

    * [Editorial Commentary: Surgeons Planning Hip Labral Arthroscopic Repair Should Have a Backup Plan of Labral Reconstruction or Augmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36064279)

    * [Perceived Effectiveness of Video Interviews for Orthopaedic Surgery Residency During COVID-19](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35869546)

    * [Blood Flow Restriction Therapy for Two Weeks Prior to ACL Reconstruction Did Not Impact Quadriceps Strength Compared to Standard Therapy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35842062)

    * [An Automated Technique for Measurement of Limb Occlusion Pressure During Blood Flow Restriction Therapy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35747637)

    * [Injection of Adipose Stem Cells in the Treatment of Rotator Cuff Disease – a Narrative Review](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35586993)

    * [Maximum Subjective Outcome Improvement Is Reported by 3 Months Following Arthroscopic Partial Meniscectomy: A Systematic Review](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35496357)

    * [Preoperative Opioid Use Is Associated With Inferior PROMIS Scores Following Rotator Cuff Repair](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35398483)

    * [Social Media Use Continues to Increase Among Orthopaedic Residency Programs in the United States](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34977631)

    * [Elbow Torque May Be Predictive of Anatomic Adaptations After a Season of Collegiate Pitching: A Dynamic Ultrasound Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34977639)

    * [Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Does Not Impact Career Earnings After Return to Play in NBA Athletes](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34712986)

    * [High Return to Play Rate and Reduced Career Longevity Following Surgical Management of Athletic Pubalgia in NBA Players](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34712974)

    * [Game Utilization and Performance Following RTP From ACL Reconstruction Does Not Influence a Subsequent Second ACL Injury in NFL Players](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34746844)

    * [Eliciting Emotion and Action Increases Social Media Engagement: An Analysis of Influential Orthopaedic Surgeons](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34712967)

    * [Outcomes Following ACL Reconstruction With Patellar vs Hamstring Autografts: A Systematic Review With 15-Year Follow-Up](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35721585)

    * [Multimodal Non-Opioid Pain Protocol Provides Equivalent Pain Control After Shoulder Labral Surgery](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34391876)

    * [Association of Prior ACL Tear With Decreased Career Longevity in WNBA Players](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34250170)

    * [Preoperative PROMIS Global Health Scores Predict MCID After Total Knee Arthroplasty](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34061813)

    * [Effect of Achilles Tendon Rupture on Player Performance and Longevity in WNBA Players](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34104656)

    * [Career Longevity and Performance Following Shoulder Instability in NFL Athletes](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33422614)

    * [Elbow Torque Is Reduced in Asymptomatic College Pitchers With Elbow Laxity](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33359823)

    * [Effect of Achilles Tendon Rupture on Player Performance and Longevity in NBA Players](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33294475)

    * [Effect of Workload Following ACL Reconstruction on Rerupture Rates in NBA Players](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33283004)

    * [Incidental Findings Detected on Preoperative CT Imaging Obtained for Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacements](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33140168)

    * [Return to Play and Performance in the WNBA Following ACL Reconstruction](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32984422)

    * [Mental Health and Tobacco Use Are Correlated With PROMIS Upper Extremity and Pain Interference Scores in Shoulder Pathology](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32661838)

    * [Extensor Mechanism Ruptures and Reruptures: Perioperative Opioid Management](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32643781)

    * [The Relationship Between Shoulder Range of Motion and Elbow Stress in College Pitchers](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32650073)

    * [A Multimodal Protocol to Diminish Pain Following Common Orthopedic Sports Procedures: Can We Eliminate Postoperative Opioids?](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32353620)

    * [Primary Repair of Proximal Ulnar Collateral Ligament Ruptures in Pediatric Overhead Athletes](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32489838)

    * [Comparison of Tendon Lengthening With Traditional vs Accelerated Rehab Following Achilles Tendon Repair: Randomized Controlled Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32203675)

    * [Risk Factors for Postoperative Opioid Use in Arthroscopic Labrum Surgery](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32200066)

    * [Objective Assessment of Sleep Quality in Patients With Rotator Cuff Tears](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31883868)

    * [NBA Combine Performance After Partial Meniscectomy](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31989533)

    * [PROMIS Global Health Short Forms Demonstrate Responsiveness in Knee Arthroplasty](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32037211)

    * [Mental Health and Tobacco Use Are Correlated With Physical Function Outcomes in Knee Pain and Injury](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31785761)

    * [Do Anatomic Changes Found in the Throwing Arm After a Season of Pitching Resolve With Off-Season Rest?](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31891036)

    * [Risk Factors for Postoperative Opioid Use in Arthroscopic Meniscal Surgery](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30612767)

    * [Proximal Tibiofibular Dislocation Repaired With Syndesmotic Suture Buttons: A Case Report](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30740384)

    * [Complete Rupture of the Triceps Tendon and Ulnar Collateral Ligament of the Elbow in a 13-Year-Old Football Player](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30740366)

    * [The Utility of Botulinum Toxin A in the Repair of Distal Biceps Tendon Ruptures](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29027640)

    * [Single-Shot Femoral Nerve Block Does Not Cause Long-Term Strength and Functional Deficits Following ACL Reconstruction](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29032903)

    * [Relative Individual Workload Changes May Be a Risk Factor for Rerupture of Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28160922)

    * [Major League Pitching Workload After Primary Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction and Risk for Revision Surgery](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28104091)

    * [Pain Assessment After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Versus Hamstring Tendon Autograft](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28210646)

    * [Athletic Performance at the NBA Combine After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27294169)

  • 1. Khalil LS, Hoban C, Dube M, Yalcin S, Anderson M, Zaylor W, Li M, Winalski C, Farrow L, Spindler K. Is Posterior Tibial Slope a Predictor of Hamstring Autograft Failure in Primary ACLR. Podium Presentation. Warthog Society 40th Anniversary Meeting. July 2023. Hershey, PA.

    2. Khalil LS, Hoban C, Dube M, Yalcin S, Anderson M, Zaylor W, Li M, Winalski C, Farrow L, Spindler K. Is Posterior Tibial Slope a Predictor of Hamstring Autograft Failure in Primary ACLR. Podium Presentation. Cleveland Clinic Orthopaedic Research 33th Annual Meeting. June 2023. Cleveland, OH.

    3. Khalil LS, Cross AG, Swantek AJ, Lizzio VA, Ziedas AC, Camp CL, Chalmers PN, Smith K, Chaides SE, Rexroth JD, Makhni EC. Despite understanding of injury risk, there is widespread use of weighted baseballs among elite athletes: a multi-center survey study. Podium Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 39th Annual Meeting. April 2022. San Antonio, TX.

    4. Tramer JS, Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Abbas MJ, Buckley P, Chan D, Okoroha KR, Moutzouros VM. Blood flow restriction therapy improves early quadriceps strength and patient reported outcomes following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. Podium Presentation. AOSSM Specialty Day at AAOS Annual Meeting, March, 2022, Chicago, IL.

    5. Haddad J,Castle JP, Khalil LS, McGee A, Fife J, Esho Y, Lynch TS. Patient Online Education for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: an Internet Search Analysis. Podium Presentation. Michigan State University Council of Graduate Students Research Symposium. Annual Meeting. February, 20, 2022. East Lansing, Michigan.

    6. Khalil LS, Meta FS, Tramer JS, Klochko C, Van Holsbeeck M, Scher C, Kolowich PA, Makhni EC, Moutzouros V, Okoroha KR. Elbow Torque is Reduced in College Pitchers with Elbow Laxity: A Dynamic Ultrasound Study. Podium Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 38th Annual Meeting. Oct 01, 2021. Amelia Island, FL.

    7. Meta F, Khalil LS, Ziedas AC, Gulledge CM, Muh SJ, Moutzouros V, Makhni EC. Preoperative Opioid Use Adversely Affects Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System Scores Following Rotator Cuff Repair. Podium Presentation. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Sept 2021. San Diego, CA.

    8. DeBolle S, Castle JP, Khalil LS, Abbas MJ, Rodriguez G, Tandron M, Cross AG, Okoroha KR. Peak Outcomes Following Partial Meniscectomy: A Systematic Review. Podium Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    9. Gaudiani M, Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Abbas MJ, Klochko C, Van Holsbeeck M, Muh SJ, Moutzouros V, Okoroha KR. Is Elbow Torque Predictive of Anatomic Adaptations to the Pitching Elbow After a Season of Collegiate Pitching? A Dynamic Ultrasound Study. Podium Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    10. Gaudiani M, Castle JP, Kessler A, Abbas MJ, Wager S, Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Mehran N. High Return to Play Rate and Reduced Career Longevity Following Surgical Management of Athletic Pubalgia in National Basketball Association Players. Podium Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    11. Hertzberg M, Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Abbas MJ, McIntosh MJ, Sokoli A, Cominos ND, Okoroha KR. Career Longevity and Performance Following Shoulder Instability in National Football League Athletes. Podium Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    12. Hertzberg M, Abbas MJ, Khalil LS, Haikal A, Dash ME, Dongmo G, Okoroha KR. Eliciting Emotion and Action Increases Social Media Engagement: An Analysis of Influential Orthopaedic Surgeons. Podium Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    13. Lindsay-Rivera KG, Khalil LS, Abbas MJ, Shah S, Tandron M, Ferris A, Okoroha KR. The Association Between Workload and Subsequent Re-injury or Contralateral ACL Injury in National Football League Players. Podium Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    14. Rahman T, Tran G, Khalil LS, Wrubel A, Klochko CL, Davis JJ, Soliman SB. Incidental Findings Detected on Preoperative CT Imaging Obtained for Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacements: Clinical Importance and the Effect on the Scheduled Arthroplasty. PodiumPresentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    15. Rahman T, Darrith B, Khalil LS, Franovic S, Bazydlo M, Weir RM, Banka TR, Davis JJ. Preoperative Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System Global Health Scores Predict Patients Achieving the Minimal Clinically Important Difference in the Early Postoperative Time Period After Total Knee Arthroplasty. Podium Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    16. Khalil LS, Meta FS, Tramer JS, Gulledge C, Tandron M, Van Holsbeeck M, Scher C, Kolowich PA, Makhni EC, Moutzouros V, Okoroha KR. Elbow Torque is Reduced in College Pitchers with Elbow Laxity: A Dynamic Ultrasound Study. Virtual Podium Presentation. 42nd Annual Research Forum, Southeast Michigan Center for Medical Education. May 20, 2020. Detroit, MI.

    17. Tramer JS, Khalil LS, James C, Ziedas A, Mehran N, Okoroha KR. Return to Play and Performance in the Women’s National Basketball Association Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Virtual Podium Presentation. Henry Ford Annual Medical Education Research Forum. May 2020. Awarded 1st place for clinical research. Detroit, MI.

    18. Khalil LS, Meta FS, Tramer JS, Gulledge C, Tandron M, Van Holsbeeck M, Scher C, Kolowich PA, Makhni EC, Moutzouros V, Okoroha KR. Elbow Torque is Reduced in College Pitchers with Elbow Laxity: A Dynamic Ultrasound Study. Virtual Podium Presentation. Henry Ford Annual Medical Education Research Forum. May 2020. Awarded 2nd place for clinical research. Detroit, MI.

    19. Moutzouros V, Jildeh TR MD, Khalil LS, Schwartz K, PA-C, Hasan L, Matar RN, Okoroha KR. Can We Eliminate Opioids After Common Orthopaedic Sports Procedures? A Novel Multimodal Pain Protocol. Accepted for a Podium Presentation, Arthroscopy Association of North America 2020 Annual Meeting (cancelled).

    20. Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Tramer JS, Meta F, Taylor K, Gulledge C, Smith G, Makhni EC, Okoroha KR, Moutzouros V. The Effect of Shoulder Range of Motion on Arm Stress in College Pitchers: A MOTUS Baseball Study. Accepted for a Podium Presentation, Arthroscopy Association of North America 2020 Annual Meeting (cancelled).

    21. Jildeh T, Taylor KA, Tramer JS, Khalil LS, Hasan LK, Okoroha KR, Moutzouros V. Risk Factors for Postoperative Opioid Use in Arthroscopic Labrum Surgery. Accepted for a Podium Presentation, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 38th Annual Meeting, 2020 (cancelled).

    22. Kelechi R. Okoroha, Najib Ussef, Toufic R Jildeh, Lafi S Khalil, Laith Hasan, Carter Bench, Erik Eller, Ferras Zeni, Vasilios Moutzouros. Comparison of Tendon Lengthening with Traditional vs. Accelerated Rehab Following Achilles Tendon Repair: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. Accepted for a Podium Presentation, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 38th Annual Meeting, 2020 (cancelled).

    23. Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Tramer JS, Meta F, Taylor K, Gulledge C, Smith G, Makhni EC, Okoroha KR, Moutzouros V. The Effect of Shoulder Range of Motion on Arm Stress in College Pitchers: A MOTUS Baseball Study. Accepted for a Podium Presentation, Mid- America Orthopaedic Association 38th Annual Meeting, 2020 (cancelled).

    24. Moutzouros V, Jildeh TR MD, Khalil LS, Schwartz K, PA-C, Hasan L, Matar RN, Okoroha KR. Can We Eliminate Opioids After Common Orthopaedic Sports Procedures? A Novel Multimodal Pain Protocol. Accepted for a Podium Presentation, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 38th Annual Meeting, 2020 (cancelled).

    25. Khalil LS, Matar RN, Rahman T, Hessburg L, Franovic S, Erika Carter, Mehran N, Okoroha KR. Risk for Re-rupture After ACL Reconstruction with Relative Workload Changes in NBA Players. Accepted for a Podium Presentation, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 38th Annual Meeting, 2020 (cancelled).

    26. Kelechi R. Okoroha, Najib Ussef, Toufic R Jildeh, Lafi S Khalil, Laith Hasan, Carter Bench, Erik Eller, Ferras Zeni, Vasilios Moutzouros. Comparison of Tendon Lengthening with Traditional vs. Accelerated Rehab Following Achilles Tendon Repair: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. Accepted for a Podium Presentation, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting 2020 (cancelled).

    27. Taylor KA, Jildeh T, Khalil LS, Tramer JS, Hasan LK, Okoroha KR, Moutzouros V. Risk Factors for Postoperative Opioid Use in Arthroscopic Labrum Surgery. Podium Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Orthopaedic Scientific Program, June 21-23, 2019. Traverse City, MI.

    28. Meta F, Gulledge C, Ziedas, Kuhlman N, Khalil LS, Muh S, Moutzouros V, Makhni EC. Preoperative Opioid Use Results in Lower Recovery Potential at Six Months Post-Rotator Cuff Repair: A Study of Prospectively Collected PROMIS Measures. Podium Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Orthopaedic Scientific Program, June 21-23, 2019. Traverse City, MI.

    29. Jildeh TR, Okoroha KR, Khalil LS, Denha E, Eyers C, Putnam A, Shehab R, Moutzouros V. Return to Sport Following the Adolescent Concussion: Findings from a High School Population. Podium Presentation, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 37th Annual Meeting, April 10-14, 2019. Miramar Beach, FL.

    30. Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Jildeh TR, Matar RN, Fidai MS, Tramer JS, Makhni EC, Moutzouros V. Do Anatomic Changes Found in Pitching Elbow After a Season of Pitching Resolve With Offseason Rest: A Dynamic Ultrasound Study. Podium Presentation, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 37th Annual Meeting, April 10-14, 2019. Miramar Beach, FL.

    31. Taylor KA, Jildeh TR, Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Matar R, Geisenhoff A, Moutzouros V. Preoperative Opioid Use and Degree of Arthritis Predicts Duration of Postoperative Opioid Use Following Arthroscopic Meniscus Surgery. Podium Presentation, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 37th Annual Meeting, April 10-14, 2019. Miramar Beach, FL.

    32. Taylor KA, Jildeh TR, Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Matar R, Geisenhoff A, Moutzouros V. Preoperative Opioid Use and Degree of Arthritis Predicts Duration of Postoperative Opioid Use Following Arthroscopic Meniscus Surgery. Podium Presentation. Annual Henry Ford Research Forum 2018. May 2018. Henry Ford Hospital. Detroit, MI.

    33. Keller RA, Moutzouros V, Dines JS, Bush-Joseph CA, Khalil LS, Limpisvasti O. Deep Venous Thrombosis Prophylaxis in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructive Surgery: What is the Current State of Practice? Podium Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 36th Annual Meeting. April 18-22, 2018. San Antonio, TX.

    34. Okoroha KR, Marshall N, Keller RA, Moutzouros V, Khalil LS, Dines JS, Bush-Joseph CA, Limpisvasti O. Current Post-Operative and Return to Play Practices after Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction by Fellowship Trained Sports Surgeons. Podium Presentation. Mid- America Orthopaedic Association 36th Annual Meeting. April 18-22, 2018. San Antonio, TX.

    35. Meldau J, Khalil LS, Matar R, Blanchett J, Borowsky P, Shehab R, Makhni EC. Intramuscular Quadriceps Tear Treated with Platelet-Rich Plasma in a 21-Year-Old Football Player: A Case Report. Podium presentation. Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners Research Day, April 18, 2018, Grand Rapids, Michigan.

    36. Okoroha KR, Jung E, Khalil LS, Keller RA, Aboulijod M, Chan D, Moutzouros V. Long- Term Strength and Functional Outcomes in Patients Receiving Femoral Nerve Block Versus Local Infiltration in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Podium Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 35th Annual Meeting. April 20, 2017. Amelia Island, FL.

    37. Okoroha KR, Keller RA, Jung E, Marshall N, Khalil LS, Kolowich P, Moutzouros V. Pain Assessment After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Versus Hamstring Tendon Autograft. Podium Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 35th Annual Meeting. April 20, 2017. Amelia Island, FL.

    38. Keller RA, Mehran N, Marshall N, Khalil LS, Tibone JE, Moutzouros V. Major League Pitching Workload after Primary Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction and its risk for Revision Surgery. Podium Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 35th Annual Meeting. April 20, 2017. Amelia Island, FL.

    39. Keller RA, Mehran N, Khalil LS, ElAttrache N. Changes in Workload and its risk for Revision Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction Surgery. Podium Presentation. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting 2017. March 14-18, 2017. San Diego, CA.

    40. Okoroha KR, Jung E, Khalil LS, Keller RA, Aboulijod M, Chan D, Moutzouros V. Long- Term Strength and Functional Outcomes in Patients Receiving Femoral Nerve Block Versus Local Infiltration in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Podium Presentation. National Medical Association 114th Annual Convention and Scientific Meeting. Jul 31, 2016. Los Angeles, CA.

    41. Keller RA, Mehran N, Khalil LS, ElAttrache N. Changes in Workload and its risk for Revision Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction Surgery. Kerlan Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic Alumni Meeting. July 9th, 2016. Colorado Springs, CO.

    42. Mehran N, Williams P, Keller RA, Khalil LS, Lombardo S, Kharrazi D. Athletic Performance at the National Basketball Association Combine After ACL Reconstruction. Podium Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. June 17-19, 2016. Mackinac Island, MI.

    43. Okoroha KR, Keller RA, Jung E, Marshall N, Khalil LS, Kolowich P, Moutzouros V. Pain Assessment After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Versus Hamstring Tendon Autograft. Podium Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. June 17-19, 2016. Mackinac Island, MI.

  • 1. Khalil LS, Abbas MJ, Rahman T, Chan D, Cross A, McGee A, Cotter D, Kolowich PA. The Effect of Subscapularis-Specific Rehabilitation Following Total Shoulder Arthroplasty – A Prospective, Double-Blinded, Randomized Controlled Trial. Presented at: American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, March 7th, 2023

    2. Khalil LS, Abbas MJ, Rahman T, Abbas L, Akioyamen NO, Farley BJ, Bazzi T, Okoroha KR. Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Does Not Impact Career Earnings After Return to Play in National Basketball Association Athletes. Poster Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 39 th  Annual Meeting. April 2022. San Antonio, TX.

    3. Castle JP, Kessler A, Abbas MJ, Wager S, Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Mehran N. High Return to Play Rate and Reduced Career Longevity Following Surgical Management of Athletic Pubalgia in National Basketball Association Players. Poster Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 39 th  Annual Meeting. April 2022. San Antonio, TX.

    4. Khalil LS, Abbas MJ, Haikal A, Dash ME, Dongmo G, Okoroha KR. Eliciting Emotion and Action Increases Social Media Engagement: An Analysis of Influential Orthopaedic Surgeons. Poster Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 39 th  Annual Meeting. April 2022. San Antonio, TX.

    5. Castle JP, Khalil LS, Abbas MJ, DeBolle S, Tandron M, Cross AG, Rodriguez G, Okoroha KR. Peak Outcomes Following Partial Meniscectomy: A Systematic Review. Poster Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 39 th  Annual Meeting. April 2022. San Antonio, TX.

    6. Haddad J.,   Castle JP, Khalil LS, McGee AM, Fife J, Esho Y, Lynch TS. Patient Online Autonomous Education Regarding Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction with Internet Search Analysis. Poster Presentation. Michigan State University Council of Graduate Students Research Symposium. Annual Meeting. February, 20, 2022. East Lansing, Michigan.

    7. Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Abbas MJ, Klochko C, Van Holsbeeck M, Muh SJ, Moutzouros V, Okoroha KR. Is Elbow Torque Predictive of Anatomic Adaptations to the Pitching Elbow After a Season of Collegiate Pitching? A Dynamic Ultrasound Study. Poster Presentation. Mid- America Orthopaedic Association 38 th  Annual Meeting. Oct 01, 2021. Amelia Island, FL.

    8. Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Tramer JS, Meta F, Taylor K, Gulledge C, Smith G, Makhni EC, Okoroha KR, Moutzouros V. The Effect of Shoulder Range of Motion on Arm Stress in College Pitchers: A MOTUS Baseball Study. Poster Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 38 th  Annual Meeting. Oct 01, 2021. Amelia Island, FL.

    9. Khalil LS, Matar RN, Rahman T, Hessburg L, Franovic S, Erika Carter, Mehran N, Okoroha KR. Risk for Re-rupture After ACL Reconstruction with Relative Workload Changes in NBA Players. Poster Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 38th  Annual Meeting. Oct 01, 2021. Amelia Island, FL.

    10. Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Abbas MJ, McIntosh MJ, Sokoli A, Cominos ND, Okoroha KR. Career Longevity and Performance Following Shoulder Instability in National Football League Athletes. Poster Presentation. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Sept 2021. San Diego, CA.

    11. Warren JR, Khalil LS, Pietroski AD, Muh SJ. Injection of Adipose Stem Cells in the Treatment of Rotator Cuff Disease. Poster Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    12. Warren JR, Khalil LS, Pietroski AD, Burdick GB, McIntosh MJ, Guthrie ST, Muh SJ. Perceived Effectiveness of Video Interviews for Orthopaedic Surgery Residency During COVID-19. Poster Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    13. Swantek AJ, Cross AG, Khalil LS, Lizzio VA, Ziedas AC, Camp CL, Chalmers PN, Chaides SE, Rexroth JD, Makhni EC. Despite understanding of injury risk, there is widespread use of weighted baseballs among elite athletes: a multi-center survey study. Poster Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    14. Bell K, Khalil LS, Tramer JS, Jildeh TJ, Abbas MJ, Mehran N, Okoroha KR. NBA and WNBA Player Performance and Longevity Following Achilles Tendon Repair. Poster Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    15. Evans H, Khalil LS, Abbas MJ, Rahman T, Abbas L, Akioyamen NO, Farley BJ, Bazzi T, Okoroha KR. The Financial Implications of ACL Injuries on National Basketball Association Athletes: An Analysis of Career Earnings. Poster Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. August, 2021. Mackinac Island, MI.

    16. Tramer JS, Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Sattar M, Ziedas A, Abbas MJ, Kolowich PA, Okoroha KR. Association of Prior Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear With Decreased Career Longevity in Women's National Basketball Association. Poster Presentation. AANA-AOSSM Combined Annual Meeting. July 2021. Nashville, TN.

    17. Jildeh TR, Okoroha KR, Gulledge C, Kuhlmann N, Khalil LS, Tramer JS, Schwartz K, Moutzouros V. Can We Eliminate Opioids After ACL Reconstruction? A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial. Poster Presentation. Arthroscopy Association of North America 2021 Annual Meeting. Virtual.

    18. Tran G, Khalil LS, Wrubel A, Klochko CL, Davis JJ, Soliman SB. Incidental Findings Detected on Preoperative CT Imaging Obtained for Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacements: Clinical Importance and the Effect on the Scheduled Arthroplasty. Henry Ford Annual Medical Education Research Forum. May 2021. Detroit, MI.

    19. Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Abbas MJ, McIntosh MJ, Sokoli A, Cominos ND, Okoroha KR. Career Longevity and Performance Following Shoulder Instability in National Football League Athletes. Poster Presentation, Wayne State University School of Medicine Orthopedic Surgery Interest Group Clinical Research Showcase. December 2 nd , 2020. Detroit, MI. 

    20. Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Tramer JS, Meta F, Taylor K, Gulledge C, Smith G, Makhni EC, Okoroha KR, Moutzouros V. The Effect of Shoulder Range of Motion on Arm Stress in College Pitchers: A MOTUS Baseball Study. ePoster Presentation, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine 2020 Annual Meeting poster gallery​. July 8, 2020.

    21. Jildeh TR, Khalil LS, Schwartz K, Hasan L, Matar RN, Okoroha KR, Moutzouros V. Can We Eliminate Opioids After Common Orthopaedic Sports Procedures? A Novel Multimodal Pain Protocol. iPoster Presentation. 2020 American Orthopaedic Association Annual Leadership Meetings. June 9-13, 2020.

    22. Jildeh T, Taylor KA, Tramer JS, Khalil LS, Hasan LK, Okoroha KR, Moutzouros V. Risk Factors for Postoperative Opioid Use in Arthroscopic Labrum Surgery. iPoster Presentation. 2020 American Orthopaedic Association Annual Leadership Meetings. June 9-13, 2020.

    23. Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Tramer JS, Meta F, Taylor K, Gulledge C, Smith G, Makhni EC, Okoroha KR, Moutzouros V. The Effect of Shoulder Range of Motion on Arm Stress in College Pitchers: A MOTUS Baseball Study. iPoster Presentation. 2020 American Orthopaedic Association Annual Leadership Meetings. June 9-13, 2020.

    24. Khalil LS, Matar RN, Franovic S, Rahman T, Hessburg L, Mehran N, Okoroha KR. Risk for Re-rupture After ACL Reconstruction with Relative Workload Changes in NBA Players. iPoster Presentation. 2020 American Orthopaedic Association Annual Leadership Meetings. June 9-13, 2020.

    25. Khalil LS, Darrith B, Franovic S, Qadeer Y, Davis J, Weir R, Banka T. PROMIS Global Health Forms Demonstrate Responsiveness in Patients Undergoing Knee Arthroplasty. iPoster Presentation. 2020 American Orthopaedic Association Annual Leadership Meetings. June 9-13, 2020.

    26. Moutzouros V, Jildeh TR MD, Khalil LS, Schwartz K, PA-C, Hasan L, Matar RN, Okoroha KR. Can We Eliminate Opioids After Common Orthopaedic Sports Procedures? A Novel Multimodal Pain Protocol. Accepted for a Poster Presentation, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2020 Annual Meeting (cancelled).

    27. Tandron M, Khalil LS, Gulledge C, Jildeh TR, Tramer JS, Meta F, Taylor K, Smith G, Makhni EC, Okoroha KR, Moutzouros V. The Effect of Shoulder Range of Motion on Arm Stress in College Pitchers: A MOTUS Baseball Study. Poster Presentation. Wayne State University School of Medicine Annual Research Symposium. February 7, 2020. Detroit, MI. Awarded 2 nd place for clinical posters.

    28. Khalil LS, Darrith B, Franovic S, Davis J, Weir R, Banka T. PROMIS Global Health Forms Demonstrate Responsiveness in Patients Undergoing Knee Arthroplasty. Poster Presentation. 2019 AAHKS Annual Meeting. Nov 7 – 10, 2019. Dallas, TX.

    29. Jildeh TR, Taylor KA, Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Matar R, Geisenhoff A, Moutzouros V. Factors Contributing to Postoperative Opioid Use in Meniscus Surgery. Poster Presentation. 12 th biennial ISAKOS Congress. May 12 – 16, 2019. Cancun, Mexico.

    30. Jildeh TR, Taylor KA, Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Matar R, Geisenhoff A, Moutzouros V. Factors Contributing to Postoperative Opioid Use in Meniscus Surgery. Poster Presentation. Arthroscopy Association of North America 2019 Annual Meeting. May 2 – 4, 2019. Orlando, FL.

    31. Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Jildeh TR, Matar RN, Ansok C, Tramer JS, Moutzouros V. Do Anatomic Changes Found in Pitching Elbow After a Season of Pitching Resolve With Offseason Rest: A Dynamic Ultrasound Study. Poster Presentation. Arthroscopy Association of North America 2019 Annual Meeting. May 2 – 4, 2019. Orlando, FL.

    32. Khalil LS, Kadri O, Franovic S, Matar R, Banka T. Telemedicine Pilot Study: Six-Month Postoperative Complications Among Virtual Clinic Visit Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Patients. Poster Presentation, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 37th Annual Meeting, April 10-14, 2019. Miramar Beach, FL.

    33. Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Jildeh TR, Matar RN, Ansok C, Tramer JS, Moutzouros V. Do Anatomic Changes Found in Pitching Elbow After a Season of Pitching Resolve With Offseason Rest: A Dynamic Ultrasound Study. Poster Presentation, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 2019 Annual Meeting, March 12-16, 2019. Las Vegas, NV.

    34. Taylor KA, Jildeh TR, Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Matar R, Geisenhoff A, Moutzouros V. Preoperative Opioid Use and Degree of Arthritis Predicts Duration of Postoperative Opioid Use Following Arthroscopic Meniscus Surgery. Poster Presentation. 2018 National Arab American Medical Association’s 40th National Medical Convention. Aug 31 – Sept 3, 2018. Detroit, MI.

    35. Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Matar RN, Ansok C, Jildeh T, Tramer JS, Moutzouros V. Do Anatomic Changes Found in Pitching Elbow After a Season of Pitching Resolve With Offseason Rest: A Dynamic Ultrasound Study. Poster Presentation. 2018 National Arab American Medical Association’s 40th National Medical Convention. Aug 31 – Sept 3, 2018. Detroit, MI.

    36. Keller RA, Moutzouros V, Dines JS, Bush-Joseph CA, Khalil LS, Limpisvasti O. Deep Venous Thrombosis Prophylaxis in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstructive Surgery: What is the Current State of Practice? Poster Presentation. 2018 American Orthopaedic Association Annual Leadership Meeting. June 27-30, 2018. Boston, MA. *Top 10 poster award winner

    37. Taylor KA, Jildeh TR, Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Matar R, Geisenhoff A, Moutzouros V. Preoperative Opioid Use and Degree of Arthritis Predicts Duration of Postoperative Opioid Use Following Arthroscopic Meniscus Surgery. Poster Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. June 22-24, 2018. Mackinac Island, MI.

    38. Khalil LS, Okoroha KR, Matar RN, Ansok C, Jildeh T, Tramer JS, Moutzouros V. Do Anatomic Changes Found in Pitching Elbow After a Season of Pitching Resolve With Offseason Rest: A Dynamic Ultrasound Study. Poster Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. June 22-24, 2018. Mackinac Island, MI.

    39. Keller RA, Giacomo AD, Khalil LS, ElAtttrache N, Limpisvasti O, Tibone JE. Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Deficit and Risk of Upper Extremity Injury in Overhead Athletes: a Meta- Analysis and Systematic Review (GIRD Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review). Poster Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 36th Annual Meeting. April 18-22, 2018. San Antonio, TX.

    40. Keller RA, Marshall NE, Khalil LS, Greene R, Limpisvasti O, Kvitne RS, ElAttrache NS. Tommy John Surgery and Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic. Poster Presentation. Mid-America Orthopaedic Association 36th Annual Meeting. April 18-22, 2018. San Antonio, TX.

    41. Kadri O, Okoroha KR, Jung E, Khalil LS, Keller RA, Aboulijod M, Chan D, Moutzouros V. Long-Term Strength and Functional Outcomes in Patients Receiving Femoral Nerve Block Versus Local Infiltration in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Poster Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. June 16-18, 2017. Mackinaw Island, MI.

    42. Kadri O, Keller RA, Mehran N, Marshall N, Khalil LS, Tibone JE, Moutzouros V. Major League Pitching Workload after Primary Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction and its risk for Revision Surgery. Poster Presentation. Michigan Orthopaedic Society Annual Scientific Meeting. June 16-18, 2017. Mackinaw Island, MI.

    43. Okoroha KR, Jung E, Khalil LS, Keller RA, Aboulijod M, Chan D, Moutzouros V. Long- Term Strength and Functional Outcomes in Patients Receiving Femoral Nerve Block vs Local Infiltration in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Poster Presentation. Arthroscopy Association of North America 2017 Annual Meeting. May 18-20, 2017. Denver, CO.

    44. Okoroha KR, Jung E, Khalil LS, Keller RA, Aboulijod M, Chan D, Moutzouros V. Long- Term Strength and Functional Outcomes in Patients Receiving Femoral Nerve Block Versus Local Infiltration in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Poster Presentation. Henry Ford Research Symposium. May 12, 2017. Detroit, MI.

    45. Okoroha KR, Keller RA, Jung E, Marshall N, Khalil LS, Kolowich P, Moutzouros V. Pain Assessment After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Versus Hamstring Tendon Autograft. Poster Presentation. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting. March 14-18, 2017. San Diego, CA.

    46. Keller RA, Mehran N, Austin W, Khalil LS, Marshall N, Moutzouros V. NFL Combine Performance after ACL Reconstruction. Poster Presentation. Wayne State University School of Medicine Annual Research Symposium- 3 rd Place Winner. January 14-15, 2016. Detroit, MI.

  • • Shoulder Arthroplasty and Cowboy Courses, Naples, FL (Oct 2025)

    • Team Physician Course, Naples, FL (Feb 2025)

    • AOSSM Annual Meeting, Washington D.C. (July 2023)

    • Anika Course, Tampa Bay, FL (June 2023)

    • Stryker Fellows Course, Las Vegas, NV (May 2023)

    • Arthrex Fellows Course, Naples, FL (May 2023)

    • Anika Course, San Antonio, TX (March 2023)

    • North Central Fellows Course, Minneapolis, MN (January 2023)

    • AOSSM 2022 Fellows Course, Rosemont, Illinois (July 2022)

    • AANA Advanced Lab Hip Course, Rosemont, Illinois (July 2022)

    • Exactech Fellows Course in Shoulder Arthroplasty, NYC, NY (June 2022)

    • AANA Resident/Fellow Course: Fundamentals in Arthroscopy, Rosemont, Illinois (Jan 2020)

    • AO Basic Fracture Course, Rosemont, Illinois (May 2019)

    • AO Basic Mini Course, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI (Sept 2017)

  • Professional Scholarships

    • 2022 AANA Advanced Lab Course Scholarship 2022

    • 2022 AANA Resident Scholarship 2022

    • Mid-America Orthopaedic Association Education Grant 2022

    Honors

    Medical School:

    • Graduate with Biomedical Research Distinction (2017)

    • Comprehensive Clinical Honors – Medical School Third Year (2016)

    • Gold Humanism Honor Society (2016)

    • Robert R. Frank, M.D. Endowed Scholarship (2016)

    • Board of Gov Scholarship-MED (2014-16)

    • Ibn Sina Scholarship (2015)

    • FRIENDS of WSUSoM Endowed Scholarship (2015)

    Undergraduate:

    • University Honors (12/20/2012)

    • James B. Angell Scholar (03/20/2011)

    • University Honors (12/22/2010)

    • University Honors (04/29/2010)

  • Professional

    • Cleveland Cavaliers 2022-2023

    • Cleveland Guardians 2022-2023

    o Spring Training, Goodyear, AZ Feb 2023

    • Lake County Captains Baseball (High-A affiliate) 2022-2023

    • Detroit Pistons 2017-2022

    Collegiate

    • Notre Dame College, Cleveland, OH: Football 2022

    • Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH: Men’s Basketball 2022-2023

    • Wayne State University, Detroit, MI: Football 2017-2022

    High School

    • Cleveland Municipal District High Schools 2022

    • Detroit Country Day High School: Football 2017-2022

    • Cranbrook: Men’s Ice Hockey, Men’s Football 2018-2022

    • West Bloomfield High School: Men’s Football 2018-2022

In the News

  • CBS Boston Interview: Jayson Tatum's Achilles Tear

    Dr. Khalil interviewed by CBS Boston Sports news channel regarding Jayson Tatum’s Achilles injury during the 2025 NBA playoffs.

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  • Radio Interview

    Should NFL Players Opt for Surgery after Shoulder Injury?
    [Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Abbas MJ, McIntosh MJ, Sokoli A, Cominos ND, Okoroha KR. Career Longevity and Performance Following Shoulder Instability in National Football League Athletes.]

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  • News Report

    Henry Ford Press Release 04/30/2021: Should NFL Players Opt for Surgery after Shoulder Injury?
    [Khalil LS, Jildeh TR, Abbas MJ, McIntosh MJ, Sokoli A, Cominos ND, Okoroha KR. Career Longevity and Performance Following Shoulder Instability in National Football League Athletes.]

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  • News Report

    Henry Ford Press Release 12/21/20: Female Athletes in WNBA Don’t Return to Elite Performance for at Least 2 Years After ACL Surgery.
    [Tramer JS, Khalil LS, Ziedas A, Mehran N, Okoroha KR. Return to Play and Performance in the Women’s National Basketball Association Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction.]

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  • ABC12 News

    Orthopedic surgeon outlines treatments for common sports injuries.
    Aug 28, 2023

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  • Why Are ACL Tears More Common In Females?

    Henry Ford Health Blog Series: ACL Injuries in Females

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