Mark C. Callanan, Jr., MD
Specializing in Sports Medicine Surgery
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Mark C. Callanan, Jr., MD is a board certified (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery) orthopedic
surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine. In addition, he is a fellow of the American Academy
of Orthopedic Surgeons. He treats musculoskeletal conditions
resulting from injury, overuse, and arthritis, specializing in arthroscopic and minimally-invasive
surgical techniques, which reduce post-operative recovery time and allow for an earlier return to
work and play. He is also trained in cartilage restoration procedures, and the use and application
of biologics to aid in injury recovery.
Dr. Callanan completed his undergraduate studies at Michigan State University with a degree in
Human Biology. Following his undergraduate work, he spent 2 years completing his master’s degree
at Boston University while actively working in the renowned Harris Orthopedics Biomechanics
and Biomaterials Lab at Massachusetts General Hospital focusing on hip arthroplasty research. He
further continued his education at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in Grand
Rapids Michigan, where he was an elected member of the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. He
went on to complete his residency in orthopedic surgery at the prestigious Harvard Combined
Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program where he was selected to be chief resident at Massachusetts
General Hospital his final year of training. He then completed his formal education with a Sports
Medicine and Arthroscopy Fellowship at the Andrew’s Institute in Pensacola Florida where he
trained under the renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews and his highly skilled partners.
The fellowship provided him with an immersive experience in operative and non-operative treatment of
musculoskeletal conditions in many professional and collegiate athletes. His team physician
experience included coverage of Auburn University football and athletics, the Pensacola Blue
Wahoos AA Baseball Team, as well as some of the local area high schools.
Dr. Callanan has published numerous scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals, and is
actively involved in several ongoing studies. He has authored a book chapter, presented his
research at national and regional meetings, and has received awards related to his research
and academic pursuits including the prestigious John Charnley Award.
He currently resides in Shreveport with his wife and their two dogs. He enjoys powerlifting,
physical fitness, fishing, hunting, and most outdoor activities.
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