Knee Surgery

Complex Knee Surgery & Sports Injury Reconstruction

From ACL tears to complex multi-ligament reconstructions, Dr. Petre treats the full spectrum of knee sports injuries using the latest arthroscopic and reconstructive techniques.

In-Depth Procedure Guides

Detailed guides to the knee procedures we perform in Annapolis — anatomy, candidacy, what the operation involves, and recovery timelines.

ACL ReconstructionDr. Benjamin M. Petre performs ACL reconstruction for athletes in Annapolis, Severna Park, and throughout Anne Arundel County, Maryland.Read the full guide MPFL Reconstruction for Patellar InstabilityDr. Benjamin M. Petre treats recurrent kneecap dislocation and performs MPFL reconstruction in Annapolis, Severna Park, and Anne Arundel County, Maryland.Read the full guide Ski and Snowboard InjuriesDr. Benjamin M. Petre, a US Ski Team physician from 2011 to 2020, treats ski and snowboard injuries in Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, and Baltimore.Read the full guide

Surgical Procedures

ACL Reconstruction (multiple graft options)

PCL Reconstruction

Multi-Ligament Knee Reconstruction (ACL/PCL/MCL/FCL)

MCL Reconstruction & Repair

Meniscus Repair

Meniscus Transplantation

Articular Cartilage Restoration (Microfracture, OAT, MACI)

MPFL Reconstruction (Patellar Instability)

Trochleoplasty

Proximal Tibial Osteotomy (HTO)

Distal Femoral Osteotomy

Patella Tendon Repair

Quadriceps Tendon Repair

Knee Arthroscopy (Diagnostic & Therapeutic)

Lysis of Adhesions / Arthrofibrosis Treatment

Non-Surgical Options

Not every injury requires surgery. Our PA and NP team provides comprehensive non-surgical treatment including:

Physical therapy protocols
Injection therapy
Bracing & activity modification
Return-to-sport testing

Physical Therapy Protocols

Download our detailed PT protocols for your procedure. Share these with your physical therapist.

ACL ReconstructionPDF ACL + Meniscus RepairPDF Meniscus RepairPDF Cartilage RepairPDF MPFL / Extensor MechanismPDF Minor Knee SurgeryPDF Multiple Ligament ReconstructionPDF

Hand-drawn anatomical illustration of the knee

Need a Knee Consultation?

Schedule with Dr. Petre for a surgical evaluation, or see one of our PAs/NPs for non-surgical options.

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Having Surgery?

See what to have at home and what to bring on surgery day.