Vasilios Moutzouros, MD

I specialize in ACL injuries, shoulder, knee and elbow sports injuries, and Tommy John surgery. Learn more about orthopedic surgery.

Biographical Statement:

Dr. Moutzouros was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He attended Loyola University and graduated magna cum laude in three years with a degree in biology. He went on to Loyola-Stritch School of Medicine where he graduated with honors and AOA recognition.

His orthopedic training was completed in Boston at the Tufts/New England Baptist Hospital Program. From there he completed the prestigious Cleveland Clinic sports medicine fellowship, covering the Cleveland Cavaliers, Indians and Browns.

Dr. Moutzouros moved to Henry Ford in 2007 and is currently the Chief of Sports Medicine. He is an official team physician for the Detroit Pistons, Wayne State University, Oakland University and Detroit Country Day. Dr. Moutzouros known for being approachable and going the extra mile to assure for the best care of all his patients.

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Titles

• Chief, Sports Medicine

Care Philosophy

"I take pride in providing the best level of care to my patients whether they are a professional athlete or an occasional recreational athlete. I want to always be approachable to my patients and have them understand that my ultimate goal is to improve their function and comfort to the best of my abilities."

Research Interests

He has numerous research interests, including publications on Tommy John surgery in Major League Baseball Pitchers, and NIH-funded research on shoulder injuries.

Awards & Honors

• Member, American Orthopaedic Association
• "Top Doctor," Hour Detroit (2013 - Present)