Ryan Arnold, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon Sports Knee

Ryan M. Arnold, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Specialties

Knee, Sports Medicine

Next Available New Appointments:

With OrthoNebraska since 2011, Dr. Arnold’s practice encompasses all sports-related injuries, with a focus on the knee. Dr. Arnold trained under Dr. Scott D. Gillogly, a pioneer in the treatment of articular cartilage disorders. During this training, Dr. Arnold served as an Assistant Team Physician for the Atlanta Falcons of the NFL and Atlanta Thrashers of the NHL. He has special interest in the treatment of difficult cartilage disorders and has co-authored research and presented at international meetings. Dr. Arnold has experience with complex knee surgeries, to include multi-ligament repair, cartilage repair, autologous chondrocyte implantation, osteochondral autografts and allografts.

Hometown: Omaha, NE

Conditions

ACL Injuries, Knee Ligament Injuries, Meniscus Tears, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner’s Knee), Patellar Dislocation, and less common conditions

Treatments

ACL Reconstruction Surgery, Knee Scope, Knee Ligament Repair, Patellar Repair, and less common treatments

Ages treated: 8-70
Accepts workers comp: Yes

Team Members

Jeremy Vanicek, PA-C
Jeremy and Dr. Arnold work alongside each other in clinic and surgery to provide comprehensive knee care. With more than a decade of experience together, Jeremy often sees Dr. Arnold's patients and they collaborate on their progress.

Nurse

Kim
In Practice Since 2005

Credentials

Certifications

Education

  • Atlanta Sports Medicine | Sports Medicine & Cartilage Reconstruction Fellowship, 2011
  • University of Nebraska / Creighton University | Orthopaedic Residency, 2010
  • University of Nebraska Medical Center | MD, 2005
  • Vanderbilt University | BS, 2001 (Neuroscience)

Memberships & Awards

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2020 to present)
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
  • Arthroscopy Association of North America
  • International Cartilage Repair Society
  • Metro Omaha Medical Society
  • Nebraska Orthopaedic Society

Patient Reviews

4.9 out of 5 (409 Ratings, 115 Comments)

5 stars
July 24, 2026
Everyone is very friendly and helpful. Dr. Arnold in a gem...
5 stars
July 20, 2026
Dr Arnold was very professional
5 stars
July 18, 2026
Dr. Arnold and staff were awesome!
5 stars
July 17, 2026
Great customer service
5 stars
July 16, 2026
Not a long wait time. Wonderful service from the xray tech and Dr. Arnold. He explained things in a way that made sense. Spoke directly to my 13 year old daughter, but to me too to make sure we understood everything and had a chance to ask questions we needed.
5 stars
July 16, 2026
Dr. Arnold and his medical staff are very professional and friendly !
5 stars
July 14, 2026
They do 2 most important things.. listening and explaining!!
5 stars
July 12, 2026
Dr Arnold was attentive and engaged. He listened closely to my description of my knee issue prior to examining it, then provided a clear description of his findings and his recommendation for treatment.
5 stars
July 11, 2026
Very personable. Quick and efficient
5 stars
July 5, 2026
Dr. Ryan Arnold

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