Richard Cunningham, MD

ACL
Reconstruction

By stabilizing the knee with ACL reconstruction surgery, an athlete may return to all the cutting and pivoting sports he or she once enjoyed.

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Meniscus
Surgery

Medial meniscus tears are much more common than lateral meniscus tears. Patients typically experience well-localized pain, popping or catching. Squatting usually increases the pain.

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Shoulder Instability

Overhead athletes and other active patients can commonly dislocate their shoulder. When surgery is required, minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques are used, resulting in less pain and faster recovery for the patient.

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Knee & Shoulder Surgery in Vail, CO

Welcome to the practice of Richard Cunningham, M.D., a sports medicine specialist in Vail, Colorado. Dr. Cunningham is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who is fellowship-trained in knee and shoulder surgery. He is a partner at Vail•Summit Orthopaedics, which has been serving the Vail Valley and Summit County since 1979. With clinics near Colorado's largest ski resorts, Dr. Cunningham cares for professional and recreational athletes alike, helping people of all ages get back to their active lifestyle.

We are pleased to have you as a patient. Please contact us by phone or email with questions or to make an appointment.