Litigation Support
Orthopedic Litigation Support for Attorneys
Objective orthopedic evaluation and patient-centered care for attorney referrals
Every patient and injury is different. Our physicians focus on clear diagnosis, individualized treatment, recovery, and quality of life.
Litigation support at Metairie Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is led by Dr. R. Douglas Bostick III and Dr. Ryan C. Roubion, two board-certified orthopedic surgeons who provide objective orthopedic evaluations, record reviews, second opinions, and expert testimony. They take the time to understand the mechanism of injury, the patient’s condition, and how the injury affects function and quality of life. Their approach combines specialized orthopedic expertise with compassionate, individualized care for patients referred by plaintiff and defense attorneys in personal injury and workers’ compensation matters.
Our team communicates closely with attorneys, insurance carriers, and nurse case managers to help coordinate efficient patient care.
Referral questions? Contact Abby Matherne at (504) 754-5372
- Independent Medical Evaluations
- Medical Record Reviews
- Second Opinions
- Expert Testimony
Referrals
Documents Required
To schedule your client for an evaluation, please provide:
- Completed credit agreement
- Your firm’s completed HIPAA authorization
- Previous imaging, discs, or medical records related to the injury
- Pre-payment for services
Attorney referral questions? Contact Abby Matherne at (504) 754-5372 or email Abby@metairiesportsmed.com.
Our Physicians
Two Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeons
Robert Douglas Bostick III, M.D.
Founder, Metairie Orthopedics & Sports Medicine — Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
A New Orleans native, Dr. Bostick has practiced orthopedic surgery in the Greater New Orleans area for more than two decades. He is board certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. His expertise includes complex shoulder conditions, advanced arthroscopic procedures, and Mako robotic-arm assisted knee and hip replacement.
Recognition & Professional Affiliations
- Named a 2026 Health Care Hero by New Orleans CityBusiness in the physician category
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor for ten consecutive years, including 2026
- Recognized multiple times as a Top Doctor by New Orleans Magazine
- Named one of the “Best Doctors in Louisiana” by Louisiana Life Magazine
- Past President, Greater New Orleans Orthopedic Society
- Member, Louisiana State Medical Society; Louisiana Orthopaedic Association; Clinical Orthopedic Society; and Arthroscopy Association of North America
- Board of Directors, LSU Medical Alumni Association
Ryan Charles Roubion, M.D.
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon — Fellowship-Trained in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery
Dr. Roubion is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who treats musculoskeletal injuries surgically and non-surgically. His expertise includes arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee, fracture care, and Mako robotic-arm assisted joint replacement.
Dr. Roubion sees patients at our LaPlace clinic in addition to Metairie.
Education & Training
- B.S. in Kinesiology, cum laude, Louisiana State University
- M.D., Louisiana State University School of Medicine
- Orthopedic surgery residency, Louisiana State University School of Medicine
- Fellowship in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery, Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center and Tulane Institute of Sports Medicine
Background & Affiliations
- Author of numerous publications on orthopedic topics
- Recipient of multiple awards recognizing scholarship and professionalism
- Affiliated with the Louisiana Orthopedic Association, Arthroscopy Association of North America, and American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Technology
Advanced Diagnostic and Treatment Options
Diagnostic Ultrasound, Shockwave Therapy, and Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery
Advanced diagnostic capabilities include digital X-ray and diagnostic ultrasound to further evaluate an injury and the patient’s recovery. Treatment options include image-guided injections, orthobiologics, and StemWave, a non-invasive shockwave option for certain chronic tendon and joint conditions without injections, anesthesia, or downtime. Both surgeons are certified in Stryker Mako robotic-arm assisted knee and hip replacement, supporting precise surgical planning and execution. Treatment recommendations depend on each patient’s clinical needs and evaluation.
Our Locations
Metairie & LaPlace
