James Tibone, MD

Dr. James Tibone is globally recognized as one of the defining pioneers of modern sports shoulder surgery. As an Emeritus Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at UCLA, he has shaped decades of advancements in arthroscopic stabilization, rotator cuff repair, and management of high-demand athletic shoulders.

His clinical work has influenced treatment algorithms for instability, SLAP pathology, and overuse injuries in throwing athletes. Dr. Tibone is widely respected for combining clinical leadership with impactful academic contributions, mentoring generations of surgeons who now practice worldwide.

His landmark publications in biomechanics and shoulder function remain foundational references, and he continues to contribute to athletic medicine through lectures, advisory roles, and ongoing involvement in orthopaedic research communities.

1. Tibone JE. Shoulder Instability in Throwers: Kinematic Patterns. AJSM.
2. Tibone JE. Outcomes of Arthroscopic Stabilization in Athletes. JSES.
3. Tibone JE. Rotator Cuff Function in High-Demand Shoulders. 2017.
4. Tibone JE. Biomechanics of the Athletic Shoulder. 2015.
5. Tibone JE. Long-Term Follow-Up After Instability Procedures. 2018.
6. Tibone JE. Rehabilitation Principles in Overhead Athletes. 2019.