The Noyes Knee Institute

What The Noyes Knee Institute does

The Noyes Knee Institute is a private nonprofit medical foundation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, specializing exclusively in the diagnosis, surgical treatment, and rehabilitation of complex knee disorders. Founded in 1981 as the Cincinnati SportsMedicine and Orthopaedic Center and rebranded under its current identity in 2019, the institute is anchored by Dr. Frank R. Noyes, an internationally recognized orthopedic surgeon and AOSSM Hall of Fame inductee who has performed over 20,000 orthopedic procedures and published over 400 peer-reviewed studies. The practice delivers care through a single clinical location integrated with the BonSecours-MercyHealth hospital network, a multidisciplinary team spanning orthopedic surgery, physical therapy, athletic training, and performance enhancement, and an established sports medicine fellowship that has graduated over 155 orthopedic surgeons.

The institute's clinical portfolio spans the full knee care continuum, from conservative non-operative treatment and injections through advanced surgical procedures including ACL and PCL reconstruction (95%+ success rates), multiple ligament reconstruction, knee ligament revision, partial and total knee replacement via a robotic surgery platform, cartilage restoration, and corrective osteotomies for malalignment. Specialized treatment centers address arthrofibrosis (30+ year program), cartilage restoration, robotic surgery, and ACL injuries. Supporting capabilities include on-site rehabilitation, blood flow restriction training for severe muscle atrophy, and the Sportsmetrics injury prevention program targeted at female athletes.

Revenue is generated primarily through insurance-based professional services for surgical procedures and physical therapy, with secondary streams from the Noyes Knee Book Series (e-books sold via Amazon), fellowship training, and research grants supported by the Frank R Noyes MD and JoAnne Noyes RN Research and Education Fund. The patient mix draws from local Cincinnati residents, regional Midwest referrals (Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan), and international medical tourists from Europe, the Middle East, Greece, and South America, with self-referral and direct phone/online appointment scheduling as the primary go-to-market motion alongside physician-to-physician referral networks cultivated through the fellowship program and Dr. Noyes' international speaking engagements.

Name

The Noyes Knee Institute

Legal name

The Noyes Knee Institute

Website

https://noyeskneeinstitute.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Noyes Knee Institute is a Cincinnati-based nonprofit orthopedic foundation specializing in complex knee surgery and sports medicine, led by Dr. Frank R. Noyes. It serves athletes, knee disorder patients, and international medical tourists through surgical care, rehabilitation, fellowship training, and published clinical research.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Orthopedic Knee Surgery and Sports Medicine Services

NAICS

Offices of All Other Health Practitioners (62139), Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Orthopedic Surgery (Operative Orthopedics) (HLAKALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hip & Knee Reconstruction (Arthroplasty) (HLAKALAH), General Orthopedics (HLAKALAA), Hand & Upper Extremity Therapy (OT/CHT) (HSADAIAH)

Keywords

• Orthopedic knee surgery
• Sports medicine services
• Knee ligament reconstruction
• Robotic knee replacement
• Orthopedic rehabilitation

Headquarters

HQ city

Cincinnati

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Knee Surgery and Medical Services: Revenue generated from surgical procedures including ACL/PCL reconstruction, knee replacement, arthroscopic surgery, and other orthopedic interventions. Integrated with hospital organization BonSecours-MercyHealth for facility services.
2. Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation: On-site physical therapy services, rehabilitation programs, and sports medicine fellowship training program that educates physicians worldwide.
3. E-Book Sales and Educational Materials: Sale of e-book series on knee disorders including titles on ACL injury, PCL injuries, knee arthritis, partial knee replacement, and arthrofibrosis for patients, surgeons, researchers, and physical therapists.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Noyes Knee Institute is a nonprofit orthopedic foundation that delivers specialized knee surgery, sports medicine, and rehabilitation services led by Dr. Frank R. Noyes, M.D. Its core offerings include ACL/PCL/Multiple Ligament Reconstruction, total and robotic partial knee replacement, knee ligament revision, osteotomies for limb malalignment, cartilage restoration, knee arthrofibrosis treatment, and non-operative arthritis care, supported by on-site physical therapy, blood flow restriction rehabilitation, a sports medicine fellowship training program, and an e-book series.

Product overview

The Noyes Knee Institute is a specialized orthopedic surgery and sports medicine center offering a comprehensive range of knee treatment services. The institute operates as a single unified practice organized around distinct surgical procedures, specialized treatment centers, and rehabilitation programs. Core surgical offerings include ACL Reconstruction, PCL Reconstruction, Multiple Ligament Reconstruction, and Knee Ligament Revision for failed prior surgeries. The institute features specialized centers for Knee Arthrofibrosis, Cartilage Restoration, and Robotic Surgery. Treatment programs span from conservative non-operative approaches (arthritis treatment without surgery, injections, physical therapy) to advanced surgical interventions including Total and Partial Robotic Knee Replacement, osteotomies for limb malalignment (High Tibial Osteotomy for bowed legs, Distal Femoral Osteotomy for knock-knees), and treatment for patellar conditions. Supporting services include Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation, Sportsmetrics injury prevention programs, and an educational E-Book series covering all aspects of knee injuries and treatments. The institute also conducts clinical studies to advance knee treatment knowledge.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sportsmetrics Programs: Sports injury prevention programs for athletes
• Center for ACL Injuries
• Robotic Surgery Center
• Cartilage Restoration Center
• Knee Arthrofibrosis Center
• Midwest Knee Clinic

Products and services

• ACL Reconstruction Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery using autograft tissue (patellar tendon, hamstring tendons, or quadriceps tendon) with advanced arthroscopic techniques and rigorous post-operative rehabilitation programs, achieving 95% success rates. Designed for patients with ACL tears including athletes seeking return to sport.
• PCL Reconstruction Posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using quadriceps tendon autograft with all-inside technique, following specialized rehabilitation protocols developed through over 30 years of research. Targets patients with PCL injuries and related knee instability.
• Multiple Ligament Reconstruction Reconstructive surgery for patients with severe damage to two or more knee ligaments, using comprehensive diagnostic evaluation (knee x-rays, MRI, KT-2000 instrumented ligament testing, isokinetic muscle testing) and team-based surgical approach.
• Knee Ligament Revision Revision surgery for failed ACL and PCL reconstructions, addressing graft failure causes with appropriate graft selection and comprehensive rehabilitation protocols. Serves patients whose prior knee ligament surgeries have failed.
• Lateral Collateral and Posterolateral Ligament Reconstruction Surgical reconstruction of the lateral collateral ligament and posterolateral structures using tendon grafts to restore knee stability and prevent hyperextension. Indicated for patients with LCL and posterolateral corner injuries.
• Total Knee Replacement Total knee replacement surgery using computerized knee surgery techniques with minimally invasive approaches, advanced pre-emptive pain reduction with local nerve blocks, and comprehensive rehabilitation, with a documented 96% patient satisfaction rate in a five-year study. For patients with advanced knee arthritis.
• Partial Robotic Knee Replacement Robotic-assisted partial knee replacement using the institute's state-of-the-art Robotic Surgery Center for precise implant placement and faster recovery in patients with localized knee arthritis.
• High Tibial Osteotomy (HTO) for Bowed Legs High tibial osteotomy procedure to correct varus malalignment (bowed legs), transferring load to the lateral knee compartment to delay or prevent arthritis progression. Indicated for younger patients with bow-leg deformity and medial compartment arthritis.
• Distal Femoral Osteotomy for Knock-Knees Distal femoral osteotomy to correct valgus malalignment (knock-knees), relieving lateral compartment knee arthritis pain in younger patients with this alignment deformity.
• Knee Arthritis Surgery Program Surgical treatment options for knee arthritis including arthroscopic debridement, osteochondral autograft transfer, autologous chondrocyte implantation, meniscus transplantation, and knee replacement procedures. Serves patients with degenerative knee arthritis requiring operative management.
• Treating Arthritis Without Surgery Conservative, non-operative treatment program including weight control, activity modification, medications, physical therapy, knee injections (corticosteroid, hyaluronic acid, PRP, stem cells), and supplements. For patients seeking to manage knee arthritis without surgery.
• Painful Kneecap (Patellar) Treatment Program Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of patellofemoral pain syndrome, combining conservative measures (exercises, medications, activity modification) with surgical interventions for anatomical abnormalities. Serves patients with anterior knee pain.
• Unstable Kneecap (Patella) Treatment Program MPFL reconstruction and treatment for patellar instability and subluxation, including medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction. For patients with recurrent kneecap dislocations or subluxation episodes.
• Knee Arthrofibrosis Center Comprehensive evaluation and treatment program for knee arthrofibrosis combining orthopedics, physical therapy, and strength conditioning with infectious disease consultation, expert MRI analysis, and minimally invasive surgical techniques to remove scar tissue and restore knee motion. Operating as a major division for over three decades.
• Cartilage Restoration Center Advanced cartilage restoration procedures including osteochondral autograft transfer and other techniques to repair damaged articular cartilage, housed in a dedicated treatment facility within the institute.
• Robotic Surgery Center State-of-the-art surgical facility featuring robotic-assisted knee replacement and partial knee replacement procedures with precise implant placement.
• Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation Specialized rehabilitation program using blood flow restriction training for chronic severe muscle atrophy recovery, offered through the institute's treatment facilities.
• Sportsmetrics Programs Injury prevention and performance enhancement programs for athletes, with particular focus on preventing knee injuries in female athletes.
• Noyes Knee Book Series (E-Books) Published e-book series covering ACL injuries, PCL injuries, bowed legs, knock-knees, knee arthritis, partial knee replacement, arthrofibrosis, and patellar problems, for patients, surgeons, researchers, and physical therapists; available on Amazon.
• Clinical Studies Program Ongoing clinical research program investigating knee injury prevention, rehabilitation techniques, cartilage repair, and surgical outcomes, with opportunities for patients to participate in studies with enhanced patient benefits.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95%+ ACL reconstruction success rate with complication rates as low as 1%
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• BonSecours-MercyHealthcoreOthersThe Noyes Knee Institute is integrated with BonSecours-MercyHealth, a major national healthcare network. The institute works within this hospital organization for facility services, patient care coordination, and healthcare delivery. BonSecours-MercyHealth provides the hospital infrastructure for surgeries and related medical services.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• TriHealth Orthopedic Institute: Cincinnati-based integrated orthopedic practice affiliated with TriHealth. Local competitor for routine and complex knee care in the Cincinnati market.
• OrthoIndy: Indianapolis-based orthopedic specialty practice with sports medicine focus. Comparable to NKI in its subspecialty orthopedic model and Midwest geographic market overlap.
• Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine: Cincinnati-area orthopedic and sports medicine group. Competes with NKI for regional knee patients in the Greater Cincinnati market, though NKI's brand and complex case focus differentiate it.

Direct peers

• Steadman Clinic: Specialty orthopedic and sports medicine clinic in Vail, Colorado, known for treating elite athletes. Comparable to NKI in its focus on sports-related knee surgery, research output, and brand-led patient acquisition.
• Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS): The leading U.S. specialty orthopedic hospital based in New York. HSS is the most direct peer to NKI given its focus on orthopedic surgery (including extensive knee subspecialty programs), sports medicine, research output, and reputation as a destination for complex knee cases.
• Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center: Birmingham, Alabama-based specialty sports medicine and orthopedic surgery center. Directly comparable to NKI in its sports medicine fellowship program, focus on knee/ligament surgery, and athlete-focused reputation.

Broad incumbents

• Mayo Clinic Orthopedic Surgery: National destination medical center with a high-volume orthopedic surgery program. Competes with NKI for complex knee referrals and research output, but operates as a multi-specialty integrated system.
• Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush: Chicago-based specialty orthopedic practice affiliated with Rush. Competes with NKI for sports medicine referrals and fellowship-trained surgeons, with broader geographic reach in the Midwest.
• Cleveland Clinic Orthopaedic & Rheumatologic Institute: Major Midwest U.S. health system with a leading orthopedic program. Overlaps with NKI on complex knee surgery, robotic joint replacement, and sports medicine, but as part of a much broader multi-specialty portfolio.
• Rush University Medical Center Orthopedics: Chicago-based academic medical center with a top-ranked orthopedics program. Comparable to NKI in sports medicine specialization and fellowship training, though broader in service-line scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/noyesknee
• Facebookfacebook.com/noyeskneeinstitute
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/noyes-knee-institute

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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