Marc J. Philippon, M.D.
Managing Partner
Sports Medicine/Hip Disorders, Hip Arthroscopy Specialist
Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Center for Sports Medicine Medical Consultant
National Hockey League Players Association Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. Marc J. Philippon is a partner at The Steadman Clinic and is one of the world's leading orthopaedic hip surgeons. Dr. Philippon joined The Steadman Clinic in 2005 after a successful time period at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center where he served as Director of sports related hip disorders and was also Director of the UPMC Golf Medicine Program. Previously, he was chief of orthopaedic surgery at Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Dr. Philippon is internationally known for performing joint preservation techniques utilizing arthroscopic hip surgery to treat painful joint injury in high-level athletes who constantly use powerful hip rotation, such as golfers, NFL players and NHL players, making themselves prone to acute and chronic injuries of the hip joint. He has published numerous scientific articles in sports medicine and orthopaedic journals and is a frequently invited presenter at international sports medicine and orthopaedic meetings.
Dr. Philippon earned his medical degree with an academic scholarship from McMaster University Medical School in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada in 1990, and completed an orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital in 1995.
Dr. Philippon is a consultant to NHL, NFL, NBA, and MLB professional teams and has treated numerous PGA golfers. He is also a consultant to the NHL Players Association. Some of the professional athletes he has treated include golfers Greg Norman and Peter Jacobsen, hockey player Mario Lemieux, professional football player Priest Holmes, and baseball player Louis Castillo.
Dr. Philippon is an Active Member with the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the Arthroscopy Association of North America. He is also a Fellow with the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and a Master Instructor with the Arthroscopy Association of North America, Masters Experience Hip Course, and a Member of the Herodicus Society.
Dr. Philippon lives with his wife and three children in Edwards, Colorado. He enjoys spending time with his family and participating in sports such as golf and skiing.
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Clinic News
Dr. Marc Philippon Performed Hip Surgery on So You Think You Can Dance Season 6 Finalist Ashley Di Lello
January 19, 2012
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LPGA Golfer Diana D' Alessio Plans to Join the LPGA Tour After Hip Surgery with Dr. Marc Philippon
January 13, 2012
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Dr. Philippon from The Steadman Clinic Named One of the Top Influential Canadians in Baseball
December 30, 2011
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Marc Philippon, Orthopedic Hip Surgeon, and Researchers from the Steadman Philippon Research Institute Attended ISHA's 3rd Annual Scientific Meeting on Hip Arthroscopy in Paris.
November 9, 2011
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Dr. Marc Philippon from The Steadman Clinic Helps University of North Carolina Soccer Player, Ali Hawkins, Get Back in the Game.
October 13, 2011
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Dr. Marc Philippon from The Steadman Clinic Performed Arthroscopic Hip Surgery on Kansas City Royals' Second Baseman Johnny Giavotella.
October 21, 2011
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Dr. Marc J. Philippon has been named to the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Team Foundation's Board of Trustees.
October 7, 2011
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Drs. Steadman and Philippon are in the news for performing surgery on professional athletes.
October 5, 2011
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Tyson Gay out until 2012 with hip injury. Dr. Philippon performs arthroscopic procedure and oversees rehabilitation
July 8, 2011
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Seattle Storm Player, Lauren Jackson, to Undergo Surgery With Dr. Mark Philippon
June 29, 2011
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Charlotte Bobcats guard Gerald Henderson undergos surgery with Dr. Marc Philippon to repair his damaged hip
May 10, 2011
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Steadman Philipon Research Institute Gives New options, hope for MCL knee injury sufferers
April 4, 2011
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Sports Illustrated Story Leads MIT Player Daniel McCue to Hip Specialist Dr. Philippon
March 10, 2011
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Alex Rodriguez Talks About the 2011 Yankees and Getting the Green Light from Dr. Philippon
March 3, 2011
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Padres Catcher Rob Johnson Near Full Strength After Hip Surgeries by Dr. Philippon
March 1, 2011
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Against All Odds, Dr. Philippon Helps Daniel McCue Return to MIT as a Student-Athlete
Feb. 13, 2011
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Mariners Pitcher David Aardsma is Recovering Well From a Torn Labrum Repaired by Dr. Philippon in January
Feb. 13, 2011
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How Healthy is NY Yankee Alex Rodriguez's Hip After Treatment By Dr. Philippon
Feb. 8, 2011
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Former Mets Slugger Carlos Delgado Making a Comeback After Hip Surgery by Dr. Philippon
Feb. 6, 2011
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Pittsburgh Penguins Forward Mike Comrie Has Successful Hip Surgery by Dr. Philippon
Dec. 30, 2010
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