Sports medicine · Montreal

Private ACL reconstruction in Montreal

ACL reconstruction led by Dr. Thierry Pauyo — Head Team Physician of the Montreal Canadiens and quadriceps-tendon graft specialist. Consult in 1–4 business days, in person or by video; surgery typically follows within 2–4 weeks of consultation and quote approval. No referral required.

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Athlete cycling on a coastal road after ACL reconstruction
NHL
Canadiens head team physician
3 centres
Westmount · Mont-Royal · Laval
1–4 days
to first consultation
2–4 weeks
from consult to surgery
The procedure

Graft choice, matched to your sport.

ACL reconstruction replaces the torn ligament with a graft — bone-patellar-tendon-bone (BTB), hamstring with the All-Inside technique, or quadriceps tendon. The right choice depends on your sport, age, anatomy, and goals, and your surgeon walks through the trade-offs in plain language at consultation.

Timing matters too: operating on a swollen, stiff knee raises the risk of post-operative stiffness, so your surgeon coordinates pre-hab and books surgery when your knee is ready — typically within 2–4 weeks of consultation and quote approval.

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Your surgeon

ACL reconstruction in Montreal, led by experience.

Dr. Thierry Pauyo, ACL reconstruction surgeon in Montreal

Dr. Thierry Pauyo

Hip, knee & shoulder sports medicine

Head Team Physician, Montreal Canadiens (NHL) — Assistant Professor, McGill University. Specialist in quadriceps-tendon ACL reconstruction, using suspensory fixation for secure graft attachment.

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Matched to your case

Every Pathway sports medicine surgeon is Royal College board-certified (FRCSC) and fellowship-trained. We route your case to the surgeon whose practice fits your injury, sport, and goals — and you can request a specific surgeon if you have a preference.

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Traveling for surgery

Patients fly in from across Canada.

Consult virtually first, travel only for the procedure. Your package includes a partner hotel near the surgical centre and private car service for all local transport. Most patients stay 1–3 nights before flying or taking the train home — your care team books all of it, and your surgeon remains available for virtual follow-up.

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FAQ

ACL reconstruction in Montreal, asked and answered.

Consultations within 1–4 business days, in person or by secure video; surgery typically within 2–4 weeks of consultation and quote approval — timing your surgeon will discuss against swelling, range of motion, and pre-hab readiness.
You receive an estimated quote on your initial phone call and a complete written quote after your surgeon consultation — surgeon, anesthesia, facility, graft, and follow-up in one number. Financing through Beautifi; private insurance and HSAs often apply to eligible costs.
Graft choice — including bone-patellar-tendon-bone (BTB), hamstring with All-Inside technique, and quadriceps tendon — depends on your sport, age, anatomy, and goals. Your surgeon walks through the trade-offs at consultation and recommends the option that fits how you want to use your knee.
Return to sport is a graded process guided by your surgeon and physiotherapist, based on strength, stability, and sport-specific testing rather than the calendar alone. Most athletes progress through running and agility phases over several months; your surgeon sets the milestones for your case.
No — procedures at private surgical centres are not covered by RAMQ. You receive a complete written quote before you decide, and detailed invoices are provided for insurance submission.
Consult virtually, then travel for surgery. Hotel and private car service are included, most patients stay 1–3 nights, and pre-operative tests can usually be done in your home province. Follow-up happens virtually once you're home.
At accredited private surgical centres in Westmount, Mont-Royal, and Laval — your care team books the one that fits your case and shares the address at scheduling.

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Next step

Start your care journey.

Tell us what's going on. A patient liaison follows up within 24–48 hours. No referral required.

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