Ryan Arnold, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon Sports Knee

Ryan M. Arnold, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Specialties

Knee, Sports Medicine

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With OrthoNebraska since 2011, Dr. Arnold’s practice encompasses all sports-related injuries, with a focus on the knee. Dr. Arnold trained under Dr. Scott D. Gillogly, a pioneer in the treatment of articular cartilage disorders. During this training, Dr. Arnold served as an Assistant Team Physician for the Atlanta Falcons of the NFL and Atlanta Thrashers of the NHL. He has special interest in the treatment of difficult cartilage disorders and has co-authored research and presented at international meetings. Dr. Arnold has experience with complex knee surgeries, to include multi-ligament repair, cartilage repair, autologous chondrocyte implantation, osteochondral autografts and allografts.

Hometown: Omaha, NE

Conditions

ACL Injuries, Knee Ligament Injuries, Meniscus Tears, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner’s Knee), Patellar Dislocation, and less common conditions

Treatments

ACL Reconstruction Surgery , Knee Scope , Knee Ligament Repair , Patellar Repair , and less common treatments

Ages treated: 8-70
Accepts workers comp: Yes

Team Members

Jeremy Vanicek, PA-C
Jeremy and Dr. Arnold work alongside each other in clinic and surgery to provide comprehensive knee care. With more than a decade of experience together, Jeremy often sees Dr. Arnold's patients and they collaborate on their progress.

Nurse

Kim
In Practice Since 2005

Credentials

Certifications

Education

  • Atlanta Sports Medicine | Sports Medicine & Cartilage Reconstruction Fellowship, 2011
  • University of Nebraska / Creighton University | Orthopaedic Residency, 2010
  • University of Nebraska Medical Center | MD, 2005
  • Vanderbilt University | BS, 2001 (Neuroscience)

Memberships & Awards

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2020 to present)
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
  • Arthroscopy Association of North America
  • International Cartilage Repair Society
  • Metro Omaha Medical Society
  • Nebraska Orthopaedic Society

Patient Reviews

4.9 out of 5 (449 Ratings, 99 Comments)

5 stars
May 23, 2026
Very happening surgeon.
5 stars
May 19, 2026
Ryan and his team are top notch our sons situation wasn’t exactly easy and he handled it like a pro /gradys age was part of the challenge growth plate continuing monitoring and a 2nd adjustment was required
5 stars
May 19, 2026
Great facility and great people
5 stars
May 16, 2026
Dr Arnold
5 stars
May 12, 2026
Excellent care & professionally handled!
5 stars
April 28, 2026
Polite, fun, explained well
5 stars
April 28, 2026
very quick. didn't have to wait
5 stars
April 25, 2026
Dr. Arnold always explained things thoroughly so I could understand what is going on. Did an amazing job the last 5 months through surgery and recovery. Highly recommend!
5 stars
April 24, 2026
Amazing team of staff. Very detailed with explanation. Knowledgeable.
5 stars
April 22, 2026
Great service by entire staff

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