Ralph Cook, MD
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Ralph Cook, MD

Orthopedics – Sports Medicine
  • Shoulder Injuries - Including Total Shoulder Replacement
  • Knee Injuries - Including Total Knee Replacement
  • Elbow Injuries
  • Sports Medicine
  • Fracture Care
  • General Orthopedics
Locations 📍 La Plata, MD 📍 Waldorf, MD

About Ralph Cook, MD

Ralph W. Cook, MD, is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, knee, and shoulder surgery, as well as general orthopedics and fracture care.

A native of Reading, PA, he graduated summa cum laude from the College of William and Mary with a B.S. degree in chemistry and was the recipient of the Llanso-Sherman and Reeves research fellowship awards. He attended medical school at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine where he spent a year performing translational orthopedic research. He then completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City and completed his fellowship training in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at The Rothman Institute of Thomas Jefferson University.

He has served as an Assistant Team Physician for the Philadelphia Eagles and Philadelphia Phillies professional sports teams along with the Villanova University Wildcats, St. Joe's University Hawks, Eastern University Eagles, and Cabrini College Cavaliers, along with multiple local high schools. These experiences have given him insight into the nuances of managing common injuries encountered by weekend warriors and elite athletes alike. He provides customized care plans for a wide range of common athletic conditions affecting the shoulder, knee, and elbow.

Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, basketball, and spending time with his family, including his young son and dog, Penny.

Education & Training

Medical School
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Residency
Mount Sinai Hospital, New York City — Orthopedic Surgery
Fellowship
The Rothman Institute — Orthopedic Sports Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ralph Cook, MD specialize in?
Ralph Cook, MD specializes in Sports Medicine at Precision Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. Their role is Orthopedic Surgeon – Sports Medicine.
Where does Ralph Cook, MD practice?
Ralph Cook, MD sees patients at the following Precision Orthopedics locations: La Plata, Waldorf.
How do I schedule an appointment?
To schedule an appointment with Ralph Cook, MD, use our online scheduling tool at precisionorthomd.com/appointments or call the office directly at your preferred location.