John J Christoforetti, MD

Bashir Zikria, M.D., is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He helps people of all ages and activity levels restore stability and function after a joint injury, such as ACL, PCL and multi-ligament injuries to the knee, shoulder instability, rotator cuff problems and elbow conditions. Dr. Zikria has expertise in working with athletes and their unique needs, focusing on timely recovery and safe return to sports. He practices a patient-centered approach, which combines personalized care and innovative treatments.Dr. Zikria is the chief of the sports medicine division in the Johns Hopkins Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is experienced in a variety of orthopaedic procedures, from knee ligament reconstruction and elbow arthroscopy to complex revision surgeries and intricate procedures such as autologous chondrocyte implantation. His specialty is advanced techniques for joint restoration, with emphasis on cartilage restoration and osteotomy procedures, as he aims to restore function and alleviate pain in people with joint degeneration.Dr. Zikria is skilled at managing high-stakes athletic injuries, thanks to years of experience as a trusted team physician for renowned sports entities, including the Johns Hopkins University Department of Athletics and Afghan national sports teams, as well as his affiliation with professional sports teams like the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Baltimore Orioles. Before starting his current role, Dr. Zikria served as chief of sports at Aspetar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital in Doha, Qatar, where he coordinated orthopaedic care during the 2022 FIFA World Cup.Over his 15+ years at Johns Hopkins, Dr. Zikria has greatly contributed to sports medicine education and the innovative Articular Cartilage Restoration Program. His work with musculoskeletal radiology yielded significant advancements in the understanding of articular cartilage injuries and the application of innovative techniques like the MACI (Matrix-induced Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation) procedure.He has published more than 100 research papers and contributions to leading textbooks, as well as served as lead editor for the Johns Hopkins High Yield Review Book. He contributes as an editor and reviewer for esteemed journals, further solidifying his impact on the field, as he helps advance orthopaedic care and shape the future of sports medicine.Dr. Zikrias influence extends far beyond academic circles. He has traveled the world sharing his knowledge and expertise in orthopaedic surgery and serves as a distinguished member of professional organizations such as the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). His dedication to teaching and leadership is exemplified by numerous national and international teaching awards as well as the Leadership Fellow designation from the AAOS.