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Dr. John Lapkass, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 67
Dr. John Lapkass, MD
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Dr. John Lapkass, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Anchorage, AK.
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Dr. John Lapkass, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 67
Anchorage, AK
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience
Dr. John Lapkass, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Anchorage, AK.

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Dr. John Lapkass, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Anchorage, AK and has 41 years experience. They graduated from University of California in 1983 and completed a residency at University of Virginia.They currently practice at Anchorage Fracture and Orthopedic Clinic and are affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital. Dr. Lapkass has experience treating conditions like Glenoid Labrum Tear among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lapkass received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 31 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Lapkass also speaks Laotian and Spanish. Dr. Lapkass is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Glenoid Labrum Tear
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Hip Tendinitis
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Wound Repair
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Broken Arm
Bunion
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Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Varum
Gout
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Hip Osteophyte
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Meniscus Tear
Morton's Neuroma
Muscle Cramping
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Chondromalacia
Pelvic Fracture
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Spine Deformities
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
ACL Surgery
Ankle Arthroscopy
Arthrocentesis
Bunion Surgery
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Hammer Toe Repair
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Dislocation
Hip Labral Repair
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Patellar Tendon Repair
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Replacement
Total Hip Replacement
Trigger Finger Release

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Locations

  1. 1 Anchorage Fracture and Orthopedic Clinic
    4100 Lake Otis Pkwy Ste 220, Anchorage, AK 99508
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4.7
Based on 31 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (1)

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Jun 02, 2023
Dr Lapkass made me feel very comfortable & confident with my total knee replacement surgery and what to expect afterwards. Bedside manners were great as well.
— Jun 02, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Laotian
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California
    1983
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Colorado
    1985
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Virginia
    1988
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Lapkass, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lapkass' profile.

Dr. John Lapkass, MD is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital.

Yes, Dr. John Lapkass, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Alaska Regional Hospital

    2801 Debarr Rd, Anchorage, AK