Plancher Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

What Plancher Orthopedics & Sports Medicine does

Plancher Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is a private orthopedic practice founded by Dr. Kevin D. Plancher that operates an out-of-network, concierge-level clinical model from two offices — a flagship on Park Avenue in Manhattan and a second location in Cos Cob, Connecticut. The practice is supported by 11-50 employees and focuses on joint arthroplasty (knee and shoulder replacement), sports medicine, biologics/regenerative therapy, and robotic-assisted surgery, with academic appointments held by Dr. Plancher at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore and Weill Cornell Medical College.

The practice serves a dual patient base of elite athletes and general orthopedic patients. Dr. Plancher holds team physician roles with the US Ski Team, Major League Lacrosse, and the Swedish National Team Skicross, and has treated named Olympians and world champions including Lindsey Vonn, Mikaela Shiffrin, Mikaël Kingsbury, and Walter Wallberg, alongside figure skaters Chris and Cathy Reed. The practice also runs ACGME-accredited Sports Medicine and ASES Shoulder & Elbow fellowship programs and maintains active clinical-trial participation, positioning it as both a clinical site and an academic training environment.

Revenue is generated through out-of-network orthopedic surgical and consultative services, including elective arthroplasty, sports medicine consults, biologic/regenerative injections, and premium concierge patient services. The two-site footprint, fellowship infrastructure, and elite-athlete visibility form the operational and reputational backbone of the business, with the concierge model implying premium pricing and limited insurer intermediation.

Name

Plancher Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Legal name

Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Website

https://plancherortho.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Plancher Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is a private, out-of-network orthopedic practice founded by Dr. Kevin Plancher, operating from NYC and Connecticut, specializing in joint arthroplasty, sports medicine, biologics, and robotic surgery for elite athletes and general patients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Services

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (6211)

SIC

Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Sports Medicine (HLAKALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

General Orthopedics (HLAKALAA), Orthopedic Surgery (Operative Orthopedics) (HLAKALAC), Shoulder & Elbow (HLAKALAI)

Keywords

• Orthopedic surgery
• Sports medicine
• Joint replacement
• Knee arthroplasty
• Shoulder surgery

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Medical Services Revenue: Fee-for-service medical practice revenue from orthopedic consultations, surgical procedures, and follow-up care. As an out-of-network practice, patients pay for services and may seek reimbursement from their insurance providers.
2. Clinical Trial Participation: Practice participates in clinical trials that are fully funded, with no financial responsibility to patients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Plancher Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is a private orthopedic medical practice delivering concierge-level surgical and non-surgical care for knee, shoulder, and sports-related musculoskeletal conditions. The practice offers two main service lines — arthroplasty (total/partial/revision knee replacement, robotic-assisted knee surgery, total and reverse shoulder replacement) and sports medicine (ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, cartilage restoration, rotator cuff repair, biologics including stem cells and BMAC). It serves patients across two office locations in New York City and Connecticut, including professional, collegiate, Olympic, and recreational athletes.

Product overview

Plancher Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is a medical practice offering a comprehensive range of orthopedic and sports medicine services. The practice operates two main service lines: Arthroplasty (joint replacement surgery) including total knee replacement, partial knee replacement, robotic-assisted knee arthroplasty, custom personalized implants, total and reverse shoulder replacement, and revision procedures; and Sports Medicine including ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, cartilage restoration, rotator cuff repair, and various shoulder treatments. Additional services include biologics/stem cell therapy, ultrasound diagnostics, injection therapies (PRP, hyaluronic acid, steroids), fracture care, and rehabilitation protocols. The practice also offers educational resources including a patient education library, video series, and two fellowship programs (ACGME Sports Medicine and ASES Shoulder & Elbow). They conduct clinical trials and provide care at offices in New York City and Connecticut.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Arthroplasty Services Joint replacement and reconstruction surgeries including total knee replacement, partial knee replacement, revision knee replacement, robotic-assisted knee arthroplasty, custom personalized knee replacement, total shoulder replacement, reverse total shoulder replacement, and revision shoulder replacement procedures for patients with arthritis or severe joint damage.
• Sports Medicine Services Comprehensive sports injury treatment including ACL reconstruction and repair, meniscus repair, cartilage restoration, chondral defects treatment, rotator cuff repair, shoulder dislocation treatment, Bankart repair, labral tear repair, AC joint repair, frozen shoulder treatment, and Achilles tendon repair for athletes and active individuals.
• Biologics (Stem Cells, BMAC) Regenerative medicine treatments using stem cells and bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) for tissue healing and recovery, offered as a non-surgical or adjunct treatment for musculoskeletal conditions.
• Robotic Knee Arthroplasty Robot-assisted knee replacement surgery providing enhanced precision, personalized alignment, and improved recovery outcomes for patients needing total or partial knee replacement.
• Ultrasound Diagnostics Diagnostic imaging service using ultrasound technology for accurate assessment of musculoskeletal injuries, performed by the nurse practitioner on staff.
• Injection Therapies Treatment injections including PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma), hyaluronic acid, anti-inflammatory, and long-acting steroid injections for pain management and healing of joint and soft tissue conditions.
• Fracture Care Medical treatment for bone fractures including proximal humerus fractures, patellar fractures, and clavicle injuries, provided as part of the practice's orthopedic services.
• Sports Medicine Fellowship Program (ACGME) ACGME-accredited fellowship training program for physicians specializing in sports medicine, offering comprehensive education, research opportunities, and clinical experience at the practice.
• Shoulder & Elbow Fellowship (ASES) Fellowship program focused on shoulder and elbow orthopedic surgery techniques and treatments, offered in partnership with ASES.
• Clinical Trials Research program conducting fully funded clinical trials to improve patient health outcomes in orthopedics, with no financial responsibility to participating patients.

Quantifiable outcome

• Most patients can return to most activities within three months following knee surgery with effective rehabilitation
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• U.S. Ski TeamcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial team physician for U.S. Ski Team, providing orthopedic coverage for elite alpine skiers including Olympic medalists. Dr. Plancher serves as Team Physician for the Swedish National Team Skicross.
• Major League LacrossecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial team physician for Major League Lacrosse professional lacrosse league, providing orthopedic medical coverage for professional lacrosse athletes.
• Swedish National Team SkicrosscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Kevin Plancher serves as Team Physician for the Swedish National Team Skicross, providing orthopedic care at 2025 FIS Freestyle World Cup events.
• Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Plancher serves as Clinical Professor, contributing to medical education and academic orthopedic research.
• Weill Cornell Medical CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Plancher serves as Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor, contributing to medical education at this Ivy League-affiliated institution.
• CareCreditminorOthersPatient financing option accepted at the practice, allowing patients to manage payment for orthopedic procedures through healthcare credit cards.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Hospital for Special Surgery: Premier NYC orthopedic specialty hospital widely regarded as the top U.S. destination for sports medicine and joint replacement; competes directly for the same elite-athlete and high-income patient pool that Plancher serves, with overlapping knee/shoulder sub-specialty depth.
• Rothman Orthopaedic Institute: Large multi-site orthopedic group with a national sports medicine footprint and physician team coverage of major professional franchises; closely comparable in service mix (knee, shoulder, sports medicine) and in operating multi-physician specialty clinics.
• The Steadman Clinic: Vail-based elite sports medicine and orthopedic surgery practice known for treating Olympic and professional athletes; structurally and reputationally comparable to Plancher — sub-specialized surgeons, concierge service model, and team-physician relationships.
• Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic: Los Angeles-based sports medicine and orthopedic surgery practice with deep professional and Olympic athlete ties; shares Plancher's model of sub-specialized knee/shoulder surgeons serving elite athletes within a private-practice setting.
• Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center: Birmingham, Alabama-based sports medicine and orthopedic surgery practice founded by Dr. James Andrews, renowned for treating professional and collegiate athletes; comparable in elite-athlete brand positioning, multi-physician sports sub-specialization, and clinical trial activity.
• Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush: Chicago-based multi-physician orthopedic specialty group affiliated with Rush University; offers the same knee/shoulder sports medicine and arthroplasty services and competes for similar patient demographics, though it operates with academic medical center infrastructure Plancher lacks.
• Resurgens Orthopaedics: Large Georgia-based orthopedic group offering comprehensive sports medicine and joint replacement services across multiple locations; comparable in service breadth (knee, shoulder, biologics) and PE-backed multi-site operating model.
• OrthoVirginia: Virginia-based multi-physician orthopedic specialty group providing sports medicine, joint replacement, and physical therapy services; directly comparable in physician-owned specialty clinic model and orthopedics + sports medicine service mix.

Broad incumbents

• Hoag Orthopedic Institute: Orange County-based specialty orthopedic hospital and affiliated physician group; broader than Plancher in facility scope but overlapping in joint replacement and sports medicine patient base, particularly in high-income coastal markets.
• NYU Langone Orthopedic Center: Academic medical center-based orthopedic specialty service within NYU Langone Health in NYC; directly competes for the same Manhattan patient pool across sports medicine and joint replacement, with substantially larger institutional scale and payer coverage.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/in/karen-yancopoulos-fnp-c-24779b1b7
• Xx.com/PlancherOrtho
• Facebookfacebook.com/PlancherOrthopaedicsandSportsMedicine

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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