This special series on “Care of the Contact Athlete’s Shoulder” is edited by Dr. Justin W. Arner, from the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, USA.

Justin W. Arner, MD
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.

Dr. Justin W. Arner is an orthopaedic surgeon, sports medicine specialist, and Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, PA. He completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, PA and his fellowship at The Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, CO. He has published over 100 PubMed indexed manuscripts with many additional book chapters as well as national and international presentations and invited lectureships. His research interests include pathologies of the hamstring, patellar tendon, and posterior shoulder instability. He is an active committee member of AOSSM, AANA, and ASES. He is involved in resident and fellow education at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Series outline:

1. Anterior Shoulder Instability
2. Posterior Shoulder Instability
3. Rotator Cuff, Biceps, Pectorialis Injuries
4. Brachial Plexus Injuries
5. AC/SC Joint Injuries

Disclosure:
The special series “Care of the Contact Athlete’s Shoulder” was commissioned by the editorial office, Annals of Joint without any sponsorship or funding. Justin W. Arner is serving as the unpaid Guest Editor for the special series.