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Ron Clark, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Yuma, AZ

RonClarkMD

Orthopaedic Surgery Yuma, AZ

Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Shoulder Surgery

The Bone and Joint Center of Yuma, PLLC

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  • Office

    1743 W. 24th Street
    Yuma, AZ 85364
    Phone+1 928-726-1556
    Fax+1 928-726-1546

Summary

  • Dr. Ron Clark is an orthopedic surgeon in Yuma, AZ and is affiliated with Yuma Regional Medical Center. He received his medical degree from University of Texas Medical Branch and has been in practice 31 years. He also speaks multiple languages, including Spanish. He specializes in orthopedic sports medicine and shoulder surgery and is experienced in sports medicine, unicompartmental knee arthroplasty , shoulder and elbow surgery, reverse total shoulder arthroplasty, and minimally invasive knee arthroplasty.

Education & Training

  • University of Utah Health
    University of Utah HealthFellowship, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, 1991 - 1992
  • University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals
    University of Texas Medical Branch HospitalsResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1987 - 1991
  • U Texas Med Branch
    U Texas Med Branch1986 - 1987
  • University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine
    University of Texas Medical Branch School of MedicineClass of 1986
  • California College of Podiatric Medicine
    California College of Podiatric MedicineBS, 1981 - 1983

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1988 - Present
  • AZ State Medical License
    AZ State Medical License 2012 - 2026
  • ID State Medical License
    ID State Medical License 1999 - 2024
  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 1987 - 2022
  • IN State Medical License
    IN State Medical License 1999 - 2013
  • UT State Medical License
    UT State Medical License 1991 - 2010
  • NV State Medical License
    NV State Medical License 1993 - 2003
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Reviewer Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery.
  • Editorial Board Member Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery.
  • Dean's List University of Texas Medical Branch, 1984
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Arthroscopic debridement of the knee for adult septic arthritis.  
    Ivey, F.M. & Clark, R, Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, 199: 201-206
  • Computer aided instruction in orthopaedics.  
    Calhoun, J.; Allen, B.L., Meek-Chilton, J., Ferguson, R.L., & Clark, R, Orthopedic Clinics of North America, 17(4): 599-604
  • Characteristics of successful and unsuccessful applicants to orthopedic residency programs.  
    Clark, R., Evans, E.B., Ivey, F.M., & Calhoun, J.H, Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, 241: 257-263
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Abstracts/Posters

  • Predictors of resident performance in orthopedics.
    Clark, R., Evans, E.B., Phillips, W.A., & Hokanson, J, Singleton Surgical Society Annual Meeting, Galveston, Texas
  • The use of expandable hybrid bioresorbable fixators for arthroscopic rotator cuff repair.
    Clark, R and Leland, MC, E-poster exhibit. Annual meeting of the Arthroscopy Association of North America, Hollywood, Florida
  • Use and Safety of a Hybrid Polygalactic Acid (PGA) and Polylactic Acid (PLA) Fixation Device in Shoulder Surgery.
    Clark, R. and Criswell, D, E Poster Exhibit. International Society of Arthroscopy, Hollywood, FL
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Lectures

  • It is necessary to stabilize the posterior labrum. 
    11th International Congress of the Mexican Arthroscopy Association. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy, how to avoid complications. 
    15th International Congress of the Mexican Arthroscopy Association. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
  • Unicompartment knee replacement. 
    15th International Congress of the Mexican Arthroscopy Association. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
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Other

  • ACL Fixation Pin and Method. 
    Clark, R, Olsen, R., and Lower, J, U.S. Patent #6,306,138
  • Femoral Prosthesis. 
    Clark, R., Blakemore, D., and Mack, R, U.S. Patent 8,226,727 B2
  • Tibial Prosthesis. 
    Clark, R., Blakemore, D., and Mack, RClark, R, U.S. Patent 8,100,981 B2
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Press Mentions

  • VCU Medical Center Names New President
    VCU Medical Center Names New PresidentSeptember 8th, 2021
  • VCU Medical Center Names New President
    VCU Medical Center Names New PresidentSeptember 8th, 2021
  • Fernie’s Top Doc Calls It a Day, Retires After 42 Years at Elk Valley Hospital
    Fernie’s Top Doc Calls It a Day, Retires After 42 Years at Elk Valley HospitalMay 14th, 2021
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Other Languages

  • Spanish

Industry Relationships

  • Founder and Board Chair, Valpo Orthopedic Technology, IncPrivate orthopedic company focused on developing arthroscopically assisted uni-compartment knee replacement using novel liquified cementation technology. The company failed to procure continued funding and was liquidated after many successfuly applications.Disclosure: Majority shareholder2010 - 2013