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Can meniscus tears lead to arthritis and knee replacement surgery later in life? Yes and No


Am I more likely to re-injure my meniscus in the future after a meniscus tear?


Do meniscus tears result in permanent damage to my knee?


Will arthritis be more likely if I don’t get surgery for a meniscus tear?


What happens if I wait to treat a meniscus tear?


Is there a difference in outcomes based on age or activity level in meniscus tears?


What exactly is the meniscus, and what does it do


How do meniscus tears typically happen


How serious is a meniscus tear compared to other knee injuries


What symptoms indicate a meniscus tear


How can I tell if knee pain is from a meniscus tear or something else


Do I need an MRI to confirm the diagnosis of a meniscal tear


Can a meniscus tear heal on its own


When is surgery necessary for a meniscus tear


What types of surgery are done for meniscus tears


KIMEcast Ep 51: Analogies, ACL Repair, BEAR Technique & Modern Rehab with Dr. Brian Gilmer


Spring 2025
Stryker MAKO Robotic Total Knee Arthroplasty – Workflow


Spring 2025
Groove Deepening Trochleoplasty for Trochlear Dysplasia

Groove Deepening Trochleoplasty for Trochlear Dysplasia

April 2025


Anterior Tibial Slope Reducing Osteotomy for Revision ACL Reconstruction

Anterior Tibial Slope Reducing Osteotomy for Revision ACL Reconstruction

New ACL surgery offered in Reno could shorten recovery time


Ask The Doctor: Preventing Ski Injuries


The following video is a panel discussion including Dr. Gilmer and colleagues regarding the development and use of a new minimally invasive camera for arthroscopic knee surgery and sports medicine.

Panel Discussion


Dr. Gilmer teaches a knee preservation lab to orthopedic surgeon fellows


Surgeons SOS: Managing Workplace Stress in the Modern Era - Presented by Drs. Gilmer & Terle

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