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Oke Adrian Anakwenze

Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery
Office hours 8am-5pm  

Overview


Complex shoulder and elbow surgeon, researcher and innovator.

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery · 2023 - Present Orthopaedic Surgery, Clinical Science Departments
Core Faculty in Innovation & Entrepreneurship · 2021 - Present Duke Innovation & Entrepreneurship, University Initiatives & Academic Support Units

Recent Publications


Tension band wiring and plate fixation for Olecranon fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Journal Article Jses Reviews Reports and Techniques · August 1, 2025 Background: The purpose of this study is to perform a systematic review of the literature comparing the utilization of tension-band wiring (TBW) and plate fixation for the surgical management of olecranon fractures. Methods: A systematic search of articles ... Full text Cite

A machine learning prediction model for total shoulder arthroplasty procedure duration: an evaluation of surgeon, patient, and shoulder-specific factors.

Journal Article J Shoulder Elbow Surg · July 2025 BACKGROUND: Operating room efficiency is of paramount importance for scheduling, cost efficiency, and to allow for the high operating volume required to address the growing demand for arthroplasty. The purpose of this study was to develop a machine learnin ... Full text Link to item Cite

Myosteatosis and skeletal muscle atrophy, but not fibrosis, are correlated with increasing tear sizes of full-thickness rotator cuff tears.

Journal Article J Shoulder Elbow Surg · May 14, 2025 BACKGROUND: Rotator cuff tears (RCTs) are a common shoulder pathology associated with degenerative muscle changes, including fatty accumulation (myosteatosis), muscle atrophy, and fibrosis. The purpose of this study was to utilize immunohistochemistry to a ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Recent Grants


Biopsychosocial Influence on Shoulder Pain

ResearchCo Investigator · Awarded by National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases · 2023 - 2028

Pyrocarbon Clinical Follow-up Study

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Tornier, Inc. · 2024 - 2027

SMR Stemless Reverse vs SMR Reverse Shoulder System

Clinical TrialPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by LIMA, USA · 2021 - 2026

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Education, Training & Certifications


University of California, Los Angeles · 2018 M.B.A.
Mayo Clinic, Alix School of Medicine · 2007 M.D.