Dr. John Lapkass is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, arthroscopy, ACL reconstruction, shoulder arthroscopy, instability repair, and rotator cuff repair. He is proficient in total joint treatments, including hip, knee, elbow, and shoulder replacements. Dr. Lapkass is one of the few orthopedists in Anchorage performing total elbow replacement, hip arthroscopy, and hip replacement using the direct anterior approach. He joined Anchorage Fracture & Orthopedic Clinic in 2005 after over 16 years at the Alaska Native Medical Center, where he received awards for his healthcare services to native populations and conducted field clinics statewide. An avid outdoor enthusiast, Dr. Lapkass participates in various adventure races and enjoys skiing, biking, running, paragliding, and hiking.