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Adolescent and Adult Sports Medicine
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Biography
Practice Profile
- Athletic Knee Surgery: Arthroscopic Ligament, Meniscus and Cartilage Surgery
- Shoulder and Elbow Surgery: Throwing Athlete Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair, Shoulder/Elbow Replacement Surgery
- Subspecialty Board Certified in Sports Medicine
- Board Certified in Orthopedics
Team Physician assignments
- Stewart-Haas Racing
- Davidson College -- Team Physician, August 2021 - Present
- Kannapolis Cannon Ballers --Team Physician
- Concord High School -- Team Physician, 2011 - Present
- Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas -- Team Physician, 2013 - Present
Concord, NC 28025
- Medical Assistant - Jennifer Drumgold
- Surgical and Administrative Coordinator - Jaime Best
- Wofford College -- Bachelor of Science
- Medical University of South Carolina -- Doctor of Medicine
- Atrium Health - Carolinas Medical Center -- Residency
- OrthoCarolina -- Fellowship, Sports Medicine / Shoulder & Elbow
- Member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Member of the North Carolina Orthopaedic Association
- Member of the North Carolina Medical Society
- Martin S, Thompson K, Morgan R, Vermillion R, Connor P. Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction in the Throwing Elbow of an NFL Quarterback: Minimum 2 Year Follow-Up.
- Morgan R, Bankston L, Hoenig M, Connor P. The Evolving Management of Clavicle Fractures in the NFL.
- Morgan R, Starman J, Bankston L, Peindl R, Fleischli J. A Biomechanical Evaluation of Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction Using a Novel Technique for Ulnar-Sided Fixation.
- Bankston L, Morgan R, Connor P. Two Year Post-Operative Data on the Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Procedure: Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes.
- Hamid N, Morgan R, Bankston L, D’Alessandro D, Nguyen D, Connor P. Effect Effects of Implant Design Upon the Incidence and Severity of Scapular Notching after Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty.
- Kuremsky M, Morgan R, Hoenig M, Peindl R, Fleischli J. Biomechanics of the Knee Before and After Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Harvest for ACL Reconstruction.
- Morgan R, Kuremsky M, Peindl R, Fleischli J. A Biomechanical Comparison of Two Suture Anchor Configurations in the Repair of Type II SLAP Lesions Subjected to a Peel-Back Mechanism of Failure.
- Morgan R, Kuremsky M, Masonis J, Mason B. Diagnostic Accuracy of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Magnetic Resonance Arthrography in the Evaluation of Acetabular Labral Tears and Chondral Lesions.
- Graham J. MD, Dorizas J. MD, Morgan R., Bailey K, Weatherby B. Is Acromioplasty Necessary? Mini-Open Rotator Cuff Repair Without Acromioplasty.
- Hartsock L. MD, Dorizas J., MD, Morgan R., Petty C. Causes of Non-Union and Malunion of Fractures.
- Barr, S. MD and Morgan, R. Outcomes of Pressure Sores after Instigation of a Patient Criterion for Flap Reconstruction.
- Abramovitch, R., Ph.D. and Morgan, R. Cyclic Reactions Performed with Pillared Clays.
- Robert J. Morgan, MD Castillo, D., Ph.D. and Morgan, R. Separation Techniques Using Gas Chromatography.
I think that Dr. Morgan is an excellent doctor. He takes the time to explain what needs to be done and answers all questions thoroughly. I would highly recommend him to family and friends.
Dr. Morgan's Related Media
Webinars
Rotator Cuff Tears with Dr. Robert Morgan
Tune in for another installment of OrthoCarolina's Webinar Series - Tune in for the another installment of our Webinar Series - Rotator Cuff Tears with Dr. Robert Morgan, Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine, Shoulder, Elbow & Knee.
Blog Posts
Stronger For Longer: How to Build and Maintain Muscle as You Age
You don’t have to be a marathoner to care about your mobility. Whether you’re an active adult, dealing with joint pain, or just trying to keep your muscles from vanishing between Netflix episodes, this series is for you.
Join The Charlotte Ledger and OrthoCarolina for three lunch-hour sessions with top orthopedic experts. Get smart, practical insights into staying strong, protecting your joints, and moving through life with less pain and more energy.
Staying strong doesn’t mean spending hours at the gym. Whether you’re a runner, an avid pickle ball player, weekend hiker, or someone who just wants to age without constantly throwing out your back, this session is for you.
Dr. Robert Morgan will speak on muscle longevity, focusing on the importance of maintaining muscle health and strength as we age - what happens to muscle over time, what kinds of movement matter most, and how to safely build strength that lasts—especially if you’re not 25 anymore.
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The Inspiring Journey of Central Cabarrus High School Boy's Basketball Team
OrthoCarolina is proud to provide excellence in orthopedics for all. Join us in celebrating Gavin, Micah, and Jake's return to the Central Cabarrus Basketball court after being in the specialized care of Dr. Robert Morgan.
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Holiday Safety Tips from OrthoCarolina
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