One Preserving Motion. Restoring Performance. Returning Patients to the Activities They Love.
Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Surgeon
Benton A. Emblom, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon specializing in the treatment of complex shoulder, elbow, hip and knee injuries in athletes and active individuals.
Nationally recognized for his expertise in hip preservation surgery and the treatment of core muscle injuries (sports hernia), Dr. Emblom helps patients safely return to the sports and activities they love.
Dr. Emblom provides comprehensive sports medicine care for athletes and active individuals of all ages, from adolescent competitors and collegiate and professional athletes to active adults seeking to maintain healthy, active lifestyles.
His practice combines advanced arthroscopic surgery, hip preservation procedures and core muscle injury treatment to restore function, preserve motion and optimize long-term performance.
Whether treating a complex knee ligament injury, repairing a shoulder or elbow injury, preserving the native hip joint or caring for an athlete with a core muscle injury, Dr. Emblom is committed to helping patients overcome injury and confidently return to the activities they enjoy most.
Expertise & Specialties
Dr. Emblom specializes in:
- Sports Medicine Surgery
- Hip Preservation Surgery
- Core Muscle Injury (Sports Hernia) Surgery
- Shoulder, Elbow, Hip & Knee Arthroscopy
- Hip Arthroscopy & Labral Repair/Reconstruction
- Complex Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- Cartilage Restoration Procedures
- Endoscopic Gluteus Medius and Proximal Hamstring Repair
- Team Physician Care for Competitive Athletes
- Robotic-Assisted Direct Anterior Total Hip Replacement
Sports Medicine Excellence
Sports medicine represents the foundation of Dr. Emblom’s practice. He cares for athletes competing at the youth, high school, collegiate and professional levels, providing advanced orthopaedic care for injuries involving the shoulder, elbow, hip and knee.
Whether helping an athlete safely return to competition or helping an active adult maintain a healthy lifestyle, Dr. Emblom is committed to helping every patient overcome injury, restore performance and achieve Victory Over Injury®.
His sports medicine practice includes advanced arthroscopic and reconstructive procedures such as:
- ACL, PCL & MCL Reconstruction
- Meniscus Repair & Cartilage Restoration
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Instability & Labral Repair
- AC Joint Reconstruction
- Ulnar Collateral Ligament (Tommy John) Reconstruction
- Distal Biceps Tendon Repair
- Patellar Instability Surgery (MPFL Reconstruction)
- Arthroscopic Elbow Surgery & Tennis Elbow Procedures
- Commonly Performed Sports Medicine Procedures
Dr. Emblom develops individualized treatment plans designed to maximize recovery, restore performance and promote long-term musculoskeletal health while helping patients safely return to sport, work and recreational activities.
National Expertise in Hip Preservation & Core Muscle Injury Surgery
Dr. Emblom is nationally recognized for his expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of complex hip and groin conditions affecting athletes and active individuals.
He is among a select group of orthopaedic sports medicine surgeons with specialized training and experience in both hip preservation surgery and core muscle injury (sports hernia) treatment.
These conditions frequently occur together in competitive athletes and often require a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between the hip, pelvis and core musculature.
Dr. Emblom’s expertise allows him to evaluate and treat the entire hip-groin-core complex, providing individualized treatment plans designed to preserve native anatomy whenever possible and facilitate safe return to performance.
His hip preservation practice includes arthroscopic treatment of femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), labral repair and reconstruction, hip instability, cartilage injuries, endoscopic gluteus medius repair, proximal hamstring repair and mini-open treatment of core muscle injuries (sports hernias).
Caring for Athletes at Every Level
Dr. Emblom serves as Head Team Orthopaedic Surgeon for Auburn University Athletics and is a team physician for Hoover High School and Moody High School.
He has extensive experience caring for athletes competing at every level of competition and is committed to helping them safely return to play while prioritizing their long-term health and performance.
Working collaboratively with athletic trainers, physical therapists, coaches and families, Dr. Emblom provides comprehensive, team-based care emphasizing injury prevention, evidence-based treatment and safe return-to-play principles
Fellowship Training, Research & Leadership
A summa cum laude graduate of the University of Alabama, Dr. Emblom earned bachelor’s degrees in chemistry and mathematics before receiving his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine.
He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at UAB Hospital before pursuing fellowship training in orthopaedic sports medicine under Dr. James Andrews at the American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI).
Following fellowship, Dr. Emblom completed advanced subspecialty training in hip arthroscopy and hip preservation surgery under internationally recognized hip surgeon Dr. Thomas Byrd in Nashville, Tennessee.
Dr. Emblom is a partner at Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, co-founder of The Hip Center at Andrews Sports Medicine and serves on the Board of Directors of the American Sports Medicine Institute.
He actively performs clinical and biomechanical research at ASMI and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and book chapters advancing the fields of sports medicine, hip preservation and orthopaedic surgery.
Advanced Hip Replacement Surgery
In addition to his sports medicine and hip preservation practice, Dr. Emblom performs robotic-assisted direct anterior total hip replacement for patients with advanced hip arthritis and degenerative conditions when hip preservation procedures are no longer appropriate.
Life Outside of Medicine
Outside of his practice, Dr. Emblom enjoys hunting, fishing, flying and spending time outdoors with his wife, Anna, and their four children—fraternal twins Ella and Camille, and identical twins Lawton and Haston.
Comeback Stories
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Learn MoreAfter facing the fear of losing my foot, Dr. Charles Pitts and his team gave me more than medical care - they gave me hope, strength, and a future. Through his skill, honesty, and compassion, I regained my mobility, independence, and confidence to fully live again.
Bill Whitehead | Pelham, AL -
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After competing in my first professional season on the 2024 PGA Americas Tour, it was discovered that I had a 60% hip labral tear. With help from Dr. Benton Emblom and physical therapist Kevin Wilk, I worked through a 6-month recovery and came back with a deeper appreciation for the game.
Ford Clegg | Mountain Brook, AL -
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I put the surgery off for a decade. Life, career, timing… you name it. But eventually, the pain outweighed the excuses. I was led to Dr. Benton Emblom and Andrews Sports Medicine through a mix of word-of-mouth, my daughter’s internship there, and a little research — including reading a sports article that Coach Nick Saban chose Dr. Emblom to perform his hip replacement surgery in 2019. That sealed it for me.
John Reynolds | Pelham, AL -
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Throughout everything, Dr. Emblom has been an incredible support. When I saw him recently after dislocating my other kneecap, he remembered me and my previous surgery, even though it had been five years. He’s always been so personal and genuine, and that makes a huge difference.
Olivia Kim | Hoover, AL -
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On May 11, 2023 I suffered a significant knee injury that brought my softball season to an abrupt halt. I was on the mound pitching when a Hartselle player hit a grounder up the middle. When I went to backhand the ball, my left cleat got stuck in the ground and I felt a pop in my left knee.
Alyssa Brown | Warrior, AL
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Team Affiliations
- American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI) - Board of Directors
- Ascension St. Vincent’s Hospital Orthopaedic Co-Management Group - Board of Directors
Leadership in Athletics
- Auburn University Athletics, Head Team Orthopaedic Surgeon
- University of Alabama Athletics, Team Physician
- Hoover High School Athletics, Team Physician
- Pell City High School Athletics, Team Physician
- Moody High School Athletics, Team Physician
- World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), Hip Consultant