Lafi S. Khalil, MD

Lafi S. Khalil, MD Dr. Khalil is an Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine at Henry Ford Health, primarily serving Macomb county.

Dr. Khalil treats musculoskeletal injuries of the knee, shoulder, hip, elbow , and ankle. He is a Michigander and completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor followed by medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine. He then remained in Detroit for five additional years of residency training in Orthopaedic Surgery at Henry Ford Hospital Main. He spent an additional year completing his fellowship specializing in Sports Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic, where he had the opportunity to work with high school, collegiate, and professional athletes, including Cleveland State University, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Cleveland Gaurdians. Dr. Khalil has expertise in complex sports medicine and serves as Associate Editor of the Arthroscopy Journal. His research interests include advancing sports medicine and arthroscopic techniques, improving patient outcomes, and investigating risk factors for treatment failures. He has several publications in respected journals such as the Arthroscopy Journal, JSES, AJSM, and OJSM. He is passionate about helping athletes and non-athletes alike return to a high-functioning, pain-free and active lifestyle. Dr. Khalil is honored and privileged to serve his hometown of Macomb county.

02/27/2026

⭐️ Rotator Cuff Repair + Biceps Rerouting Augmentation ⭐️

Not all rotator cuff tears are the same — and some larger tears may need extra reinforcement to improve strength and healing.

One advanced technique is biceps rerouting augmentation. In select cases, the biceps tendon is kept attached to the shoulder socket (glenoid) and secured to the top of the humerus (greater tuberosity). This allows it to function as a biologic reinforcement to support the rotator cuff repair — especially in areas where the tendon tissue is thin or deficient.

This isn’t necessary for every patient, but it can be a valuable option in more complex tears.

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Ortho SportsDoc

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02/24/2026

⭐️ PCL Injuries Explained ⭐️

The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) helps prevent the tibia from translating backward relative to the femur.

Common injury mechanisms include:

👉 Direct blow to the front of the knee (dashboard injury)
👉 Fall or tackle onto a flexed knee

PCL injuries often occur alongside other ligament or structural injuries — so a careful exam is critical.

Key exam findings may include:

✅ Positive posterior drawer
✅ Posterior tibial sag
✅ Quadriceps active test

This reel demonstrates an example of a clinical exam in a patient with a PCL injury.

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Ortho SportsDoc

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02/14/2026

⭐️ Revision ACL Surgery: Why Add an LET? ⭐️

ACL grafts can unfortunately re-tear — sometimes requiring revision reconstruction.

When an ACL fails, it’s critical to evaluate all contributing factors (alignment, tunnel position, biology, instability patterns, rehab, etc.) before planning revision surgery.

In select patients — especially in the revision setting — adding a Lateral Extra-articular Tenodesis (LET) can help reduce rotational instability and lower the risk of re-tear, improving the chances of a successful outcome.

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Ortho SportsDoc

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⭐️ ACL Tears: What You Should Know ⭐️ACL injuries are common — especially in cutting, pivoting, and jumping sports — but...
02/12/2026

⭐️ ACL Tears: What You Should Know ⭐️

ACL injuries are common — especially in cutting, pivoting, and jumping sports — but understanding risk factors and prevention strategies can help athletes stay in the game.

This article highlights key information about ACL injuries, why they occur more frequently in certain populations, and ways to reduce injury risk.

If you’ve experienced an ACL tear, an evaluation with a sports medicine–trained orthopaedic surgeon can help determine the best treatment plan to safely get you back to the activities you love.

👉 Read more here: https://www.henryford.com/blog/2026/02/women-and-acl-injuries

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Ortho SportsDoc

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02/04/2026

⭐️ Not all rotator cuff tears are the same ⭐️

A rotator cuff tear isn’t just “torn” or “not torn.”

Some tears are partial, some are complete, and complete tears can differ in size, location, and how much the tendon has pulled back.

That’s why treatment isn’t one-size-fits-all. Your MRI, symptoms, activity level, and goals all matter when deciding the best plan for you.

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 Ortho SportsDoc

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02/03/2026

⭐️ Office Fun ⭐️
When your MA has too much creativity and suddenly the whole office has glove doppelgängers 😭🧤
Yes… mine has a phone.
No… I will not deny it. 📱😂


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01/31/2026

These AI glasses let me eat at the same time as the phone… no more waiting. This is my favorite hot chicken sando spot and I’ve had the ones in Nashville, this is just as good. Who can name it?

01/30/2026

⭐️ Achilles Tears: What’s the Difference? ⭐️

Not all Achilles tears are the same.

Some tears happen in the middle of the tendon, where the ends may be able to heal together — sometimes without surgery.

Other tears pull the tendon off the heel bone, which can be more complex and often requires surgery to reattach the tendon back to the bone.

That’s why MRI matters. The location of the tear and the surrounding structures help determine the best treatment for each individual patient.

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Educational content only. Not a substitute for personalized medical advice.

Informed written consent was obtained prior to use of patient images for educational purposes. This content is for educational use only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice.

01/28/2026

⭐️ POV: From Scrub Sink to Scalpel ⭐️

Suit up. Scrub in. Save the germs for later.

What it really takes before surgery begins.



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Educational content only. Not a substitute for personalized medical advice.

Informed written consent was obtained prior to use of patient images for educational purposes. This content is for educational use only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice.

Who said anesthesiologists and surgeons don’t get along!? Rival scrub caps aside, once we’re in the OR we run the same p...
11/13/2025

Who said anesthesiologists and surgeons don’t get along!? Rival scrub caps aside, once we’re in the OR we run the same playbook. 🏥🏈

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12150 30 Mile Road, Suite 105
Washington, MI
48095

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+15863367333

Website

https://www.henryford.com/physician-directory/k/khalil-lafi

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