Dr. Kelly Cunningham, M.D.

Dr. Kelly Cunningham, an esteemed medical professional, has dedicated his career to providing exceptional care to both young and mature athletes who endure the daily wear and tear on their joints. Residents of Austin, Texas, and the surrounding communities have the privilege of accessing the advanced technology and expertise offered by Dr. Cunningham and his team at Austin Ortho + Biologics. Dr. Cunningham's approach involves collaborating with each athlete to devise a personalized treatment plan that prioritizes minimally invasive interventions, aiming for swift recovery and minimal downtime. He seamlessly combines stringent standards, superior quality of care, and his vast experience to integrate the most innovative techniques into the treatment of each patient. Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Cunningham has had the privilege of treating numerous accomplished athletes in various sports, including football, basketball, baseball, and hockey. Notably, he has provided medical care to members of the Dallas Cowboys during their training camp in Austin, as well as to players from the Austin Ice Bats hockey team and athletes from Southwestern University, in addition to numerous college and high school athletes. For 15 years, he served as a traveling team physician for the men's alpine downhill US Olympic Ski Team, offering on-the-hill medical race coverage in North America and Europe, including qualifying races for the Winter Olympics. Dr. Cunningham's expertise extends beyond professional athletes to include dedicated weekend warriors such as runners, skiers (both downhill and snowboard), and tennis and golf enthusiasts. Following his medical school and residency training in Dallas, he pursued a sports medicine/knee fellowship under the guidance of the renowned orthopedic specialist, Dr. Richard Steadman, in Vail, Colorado. Additionally, he underwent further training in shoulder procedures in England and Canada. During his time with Dr. Steadman, the pioneer of the widely acclaimed microfracture cartilage treatment technique, Dr. Cunningham developed a keen interest in the management of cartilage injuries. As a result, he has accumulated over two decades of experience in surgical microfracture and related procedures. In recent years, he has diligently kept abreast of the latest advancements in the field, closely monitoring cutting-edge techniques tailored for acute and chronic issues. This includes the utilization of biologics such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and Cell-Based (formerly known as "Stem Cell") therapy. Dr. Kelly Cunningham's unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional care to athletes of all levels, combined with his extensive training and expertise, has earned him a stellar reputation in the field of sports medicine. Patients seeking top-notch orthopedic care can trust in his ability to provide cutting-edge treatments and compassionate support throughout their healing journey.