Education:

• Fellowship- Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic and Reconstructive Surgery
• San Diego Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine
• Residency- Orthopaedic Surgery
• Campbell Clinic with the University of Tennessee in Memphis

Board Certification:

• American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
• Subspecialty Certificate in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Professional Affiliations:

• American Medical Association
  
• Arthroscopy Association of North America
  
• American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
  
• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery
  
• Louisiana Orthopaedic Association
  
• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Experience:

• Dr. Elias has participated in a variety of research projects and publications in orthopaedics and sports medicine. He also served as an instructor for arthroscopic surgery. Having worked with numerous high school, college and professional athletic teams including the San Diego Padres, Dr. Elias has extensive experience in treating athletic injuries. Dr. Elias also currently provides consultations for NFL players. Dr. Elias and OrthoLA host a Pro Football Camp every year at Nicholls State University.

Phone: (337) 907-6780

Fax: (337) 907-6482