Ryan J. Plank, M.D.

Dr. Ryan Plank is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, work-related injuries and conditions, general orthopedics, and upper extremity concerns. He joined Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute in 2011. Dr. Plank’s surgical expertise includes shoulder and knee arthroscopy, ACL reconstruction, meniscal repair, ankle and wrist fracture surgery, shoulder and knee replacement, carpal tunnel release, and rotator cuff repair. In his practice, Dr. Plank’s goal is to return patients of all ages to their previous level of function to help them enjoy life again. 

An Indiana native, Dr. Plank completed his undergraduate studies in science at the University of Notre Dame in Notre Dame. He went on to earn his medical degree at Indiana University in Indianapolis. He continued his training through a categorical orthopedic surgery internship and a residency in orthopedic surgery at the Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, and later served as a staff orthopedic surgeon at Winn Army Community Hospital in Fort Stewart, Georgia. 

In and outside of his practice, Dr. Plank loves sports, both competitive and recreational. He follows Notre Dame football and enjoys spending time with his family. 

Dr. Plank is available to see patients at our Crown Point and Schererville offices.