WORLD-CLASS
SHOULDER RESTORATION

Using cutting-edge technology, we strive to enhance the lives of our patients by giving them pain-free and fully functional shoulders.

20+

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

500+

Positive Reviews

40000+

Solved Cases

WHAT WE DO

PATIENT BENEFITS

Minimally Invasive Treatment

Arthroscopic surgery is a minimally invasive technique that uses small incisions and a tiny camera/video to treat many injuries of the shoulder. Many sports injuries result in a labral tear or rotator cuff tendon tear which are effectively treated arthroscopically today. Some salvage procedures for irreparable rotator cuff tears such as superior capsular reconstruction or subacromial balloon placement can also be performed arthroscopically today. Dr. Costouros has treated elite athletes at all levels, from the recreational athlete to collegiate, olympic, and professional athletes.

Rapid Recovery

Arthroscopic surgeries are done on an outpatient basis and generally take less than 1-hour to complete. Patients experience less pain and scarring following surgery, return home on the day of surgery, and are able to recover and resume their normal activities much more quickly.

Comprehensive Care

As a specialist in all aspects of shoulder disorders, this will be your last stop in treatment. Dr. Costouros will help you obtain a pain-free and fully-functional shoulder so that you can remain active and live your life to the fullest.

OUR SHOULDER EXPERT

Dr. John G. Costouros MD, FACS, FAAOS

Shoulder Disorders Specialist and Shoulder Surgeon at the Institute for Joint Restoration and Research

Shoulder Disorders Specialist and Shoulder Surgeon at the Institute for Joint Restoration and Research Dr. Costouros has devoted his entire career to becoming an expert in the comprehensive treatment of all disorders affecting the shoulder — from sports injuries, to fractures, rotator cuff tears, instability problems and arthritis. As a prior full-time member of the Stanford Orthopedic Surgery Faculty, he has trained hundreds of surgeons from around the world and has shared the very latest advancements and techniques. Although many injuries of the shoulder can be treated without surgery, those that will require an operation can be treated today with arthroscopic surgery – a minimally-invasive technique that requires minimal downtime and enables faster recovery. Dr. Costouros also specializes in shoulder joint replacement surgery for more complex problems such as advanced arthritis or some irreparable rotator cuff tears. He has been a leader in developing cutting-edge technology for shoulder surgery and has led multiple FDA clinical trials which have benefitted patients throughout the country. He has partnered with Dr. John Dearborn at the Institute for Joint Restoration and Research where they share the same philosophy of providing patients “better and more consistent care in a specialty setting focused on exceptional outcomes, service and quality.”

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PATIENT RESOURCES

Rotator Cuff Tears and Impingement

For patients less than 61 years old, the total estimated lifetime societal savings of the approximately 250,000 rotator cuff repairs performed annually in the United States is $3.44 billion, according to a study of the value of rotator cuff repair published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery.

Shoulder Instability

Your shoulder is the most flexible joint in your body, allowing you to throw fastballs, lift a heavy suitcase, scratch your back, and reach in almost any direction.

Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder

Glenohumeral (shoulder) arthritis is a common source of pain and disability that affects up to 20% of the older population.

The Reverse Shoulder Replacement

The Reverse Shoulder Replacement is a unique shoulder replacement implant that has been used successfully for over twenty years in Europe.

Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder)

Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis is a condition that generally begins with the gradual onset of pain followed by a limitation of shoulder motion.

MEDICAL PUBLICATIONS

BY DR. JOHN G. COSTOUROS MD, FACS, FAAOS

Anatomic Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: Component Size Prediction with 3-Dimensional Pre-Operative Digital Planning

The rate, complexity, and cost of total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) continues to grow. Technology has advanced pre-operative templating. Reducing cost of TSA has positive impact for the patient, manufacturer, and hospital. The aim of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of implant size selection based on 3-D templating. Our hypothesis was that pre-operative templating would enable accurate implant prediction within one size.

Eclipse stemless shoulder prosthesis vs. Univers II shoulder prosthesis: a multicenter, prospective randomized controlled trial

Total shoulder arthroplasty is an accepted treatment for glenohumeral osteoarthritis. The Arthrex Eclipse shoulder prosthesis is a stemless, canal-sparing humeral prosthesis with bone ingrowth capacity on the trunnion, as well as through the fenestrated hollow screw, that provides both diaphyseal and metaphyseal load sharing and fixation.

Dr. C and his staff have provided nothing but the best care I have ever had for my shoulder. I have had 5 surgeries and Dr. C listened to my concerns, took his time explaining options and provided me the best outcome for my shoulder.

I had complete confidence in Dr. John Costouros. I have recommended him to others a dozen times. If needed, I will choose him again.

I will go to no one else other than Dr. Costouros. He has my trust and I have great faith in his ability as a top surgeon in his field.

Dr. Costouros is great! I have already recommended him to a neighbour who has chosen him as her surgeon.

Dr. Costouros took the time to explain my problem in a way that I could understand and explained my options which allowed me to make an informed decision as to how I would like to proceed. He was also a very pleasant man. I left feeling confident that surgery was the way to proceed. His intern was very knowledgeable and pleasant as well.

WORLD-CLASS
SHOULDER RESTORATION

WHAT WE DO

Rotator Cuff Tears

Shoulder Arthritis

Shoulder Sports Injuries

Complex Shoulder Conditions

Shoulder Fractures