
Overview
Dr. Ryan M. Dopirak is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with fellowship training in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine. His practice is devoted exclusively to the care of shoulder disorders, ranging from simple to highly complex. He specializes in arthroscopic shoulder surgery and has more than 20 years of experience treating rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability, labral injuries, biceps tendon disorders, and arthritis.A significant portion of Dr. Dopirak’s practice is dedicated to the management of complex rotator cuff tears, including revision surgery for recurrent tears. During his fellowship training, he helped refine a technique for arthroscopic reconstruction of massive, irreparable rotator cuff tears using allograft tissue. This work, published inArthroscopy, has been recognized as one of the 50 most impactful publications on massive rotator cuff tears. He has also been invited to teach at more than 50 national orthopaedic conferences, where he has lectured, presented research, and served as a surgical instructor.Dr. Dopirak earned a master’s degree in healthcare quality and safety and currently serves as Division Chief of Sports Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. In this role, he leads the division’s clinical operations, strategic initiatives, medical education, and research.Outside of medicine, Dr. Dopirak’s interests include fishing, hunting, strength training, basketball, and cooking on the Big Green Egg. Most of his free time is spent with his wife, three sons, and three Bernese Mountain Dogs.
Dr. Dopirak is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Adenoidectomy.
Dr. Dopirak is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Dopirak is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1271 N. 6th St., Milwaukee, WI 53212
8700 W. Watertown Plank Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53226
4805 S. Moorland Rd., Berlin, WI 53151
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ryan Dopirak
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ryan Dopirak?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ryan Dopirak by calling their office at 414-978-9100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ryan Dopirak a top-rated expert for Frozen Shoulder?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ryan Dopirak is classified as an Advanced expert for Frozen Shoulder, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ryan Dopirak specialize in?
While Dr. Ryan Dopirak is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Ryan Dopirak participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ryan Dopirak has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Frozen Shoulder. You can view a list of Dr. Ryan Dopirak's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ryan Dopirak accept my insurance?
Dr. Ryan Dopirak accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 414-978-9100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Frozen ShoulderDr. Dopirak isAdvanced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
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- AdenoidectomyDr. Dopirak isExperienced. Learn about Adenoidectomy.
- BursitisDr. Dopirak isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Dopirak isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Dopirak isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- TendinitisDr. Dopirak isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Dopirak isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.


