Garrett A. Coatney

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Garrett A. Coatney is a leading orthopedic researcher whose work has fundamentally advanced the understanding of posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction biomechanics. His research focuses on optimizing surgical techniques for PCL injuries, particularly investigating the critical relationship between graft fixation angles and knee stability. In his landmark two-part study published in 2014, Coatney provided the first direct measurements of graft forces during anatomic single-bundle and double-bundle PCL reconstructions. His work demonstrated that fixation angle significantly influences graft tension and knee kinematics, offering surgeons evidence-based guidance for achieving more predictable outcomes. Part 1 of this series has garnered 76 citations, while Part 2 has accumulated 107 citations, underscoring their substantial impact on clinical practice. By systematically comparing single-bundle and double-bundle techniques, Coatney helped resolve longstanding debates about optimal surgical approaches for PCL deficiency. His research continues to inform surgical decision-making, directly improving patient outcomes in complex knee ligament reconstruction.