Dr. Ryan M. Tibbetts is a well-respected, board certified and fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon. He is a member and fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, as well as an active member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America. Dr. Tibbetts sees patients at our Texas Orthopedics Kyle and South Austin locations.

After receiving his medical degree at University of Texas Medical School in Houston (where he was recognized with Alpha Omega Alpha honors), he completed his orthopaedic surgery residency training at Texas A&M University’s Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple, Texas.

Dr. Tibbetts went on to complete the Rockwood Shoulder and Elbow Fellowship with two world renowned shoulder surgeons, Dr. Charles A. Rockwood and Dr. Michael A. Wirth, at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio.

In 2017, Dr. Tibbetts was recognized in Texas Monthly magazine as a Super Doctor Rising Star and since has been consecutively recognized as a Super Doctor in 2018-2021. In 2022 he was recognized by his peers as an Austin Monthly Top Doctor.

Dr. Tibbetts specializes in the treatment of a wide variety of orthopedic conditions, and performs several orthopedic procedures, including:

• Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
• Knee Surgery
• Shoulder and Knee Arthroscopy
• Shoulder and Knee Replacement
• Trauma and Fracture Care

A strong believer in preventative care, Dr. Tibbetts integrates wellness into his treatment plans to help prevent future health issues before they arise. He also uses a collaborative approach to educate patients and allow them to participate in the decision-making process of their individual treatment.

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