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Elly LaRoque
5.0 out of 5 (332)
Elly LaRoque

Elly LaRoque, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine | Orthopedic Surgery

Redwood Shores Specialty Care Clinic
290 Redwood Shores Parkway,
Redwood City, CA 94065
+2 more locations
(415) 353-2808
5.0 out of 5 (332)
Virtual visits available
5.0 out of 5 (332)
Virtual visits available
Redwood Shores Specialty Care Clinic
290 Redwood Shores Parkway,
Redwood City, CA 94065
+2 more locations
(415) 353-2808

Dr. Elly LaRoque is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist with expertise in arthroscopy (a type of minimally invasive joint surgery), rehabilitation of the knee and shoulder, and sports injuries in athletes of all ages and levels, from recreational to elite.

Among LaRoque's research interests is the study of gender differences in the patellofemoral joint (where the kneecap and thigh bone meet) before and after a minimally invasive procedure called lateral release. To better understand the patellofemoral joint, she also does research that involves performing certain tests on cadaver knees as well as using MRI for analysis.

LaRoque earned her medical degree at the University of California, Irvine. She completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at Stanford Hospital, followed by a fellowship in sports medicine and arthroscopy with Stanford University Medical School and Sports Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Medicine Associates. Before joining UCSF, she practiced at Golden Gate Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

LaRoque serves as team physician at the Academy of Art University and for the Stuart Hall High School football team.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery

  • Fellowships

    Stanford University School of Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery

  • Residencies

    Stanford University School of Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery

  • Internship

    Stanford University School of Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery

  • Degree

    MD, University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine

"It's very rewarding being able to keep people active."

Meet Dr. LaRoque
I pride myself on being a surgeon who listens to patients, is compassionate and provides individualized care.

Where I see patients (3)

    My reviews

    5.0

    Overall Experience
    332 Ratings
    About our process
    Aug 25, 2025
    Excellent
    Aug 21, 2025
    Dr. Elle LaRoque is very knowledgeable.
    Aug 21, 2025
    Has been one of the best drs I have ever had very nice and explains everything well would highly recomend
    Aug 09, 2025
    I was very impressed how Dr Laroque. I'm very grateful that she listened sincerely to my concerns and uncertainties, and explained my symptoms and treatment options thoroughly. I'm truly happy that, in the end, we were able to settle on a treatment plan I feel confident about together. I think she is a truly wonderful doctor whom I can trust from the bottom of my heart.
    Aug 06, 2025
    Too bad you don't have EXCELLENT in your choices. This surgeon does UCSF proud. Beyond excellent in soliciting my questions/ concerns and responding. She and this staff made me feel like you offered concierge care. I'm old enough to have gone though a number of operations. Dr. La Roque is singular - extraordinary in commitment, expertise, communication and Interpersonal caring.
    Jul 30, 2025
    Dr La Roque and her staff have consistently provided with the best experience I have ever had with any medical practice.
    Jul 12, 2025
    Dr. Was very caring of my needs. And address all my questions. Had found a solution for my care in the future.
    Jun 25, 2025
    Dr LaRoque is the best-I go out of my way to see her
    Jun 13, 2025
    She's very Professional.
    Jun 11, 2025
    Superb experience
    Jun 08, 2025
    The orthopedic Dr was great a determining what was going on and that I did not need surgery and I should try a cortisone shot (which I will try). She and her team did not discuss the side affects of taking the cortisone shot so unsure what side affects there are. The team that helped me was great.
    May 31, 2025
    Dr Laroque is fantastic. I've already referred her multiple times to friends and family. She's helped me multiple times over the last 11-12 years.
    May 31, 2025
    Dr. Larouqe (and Mariano) are AWESOME!
    May 29, 2025
    Dr is great would highly recommend nicest Dr I have ever met
    May 21, 2025
    I would've liked the after visit summary report to have more of what she had said to me in it so that I knew if I had things spelled right. And overall, it was great. For all I know, a more detailed after visit summary Is coming.
    May 16, 2025
    Dr. LaRoque is an exceptional doctor--skilled, compassionate and a great listener. My rotator cuff surgery and recovery went very well. I appreciated receiving a quick response from her team when a problem arose early on.
    May 12, 2025
    Great experience all around.
    May 10, 2025
    Dr. Laroque was excellent.
    May 08, 2025
    I've already recommended her :)
    Apr 27, 2025
    Dr. Laroque's approach is very thorough, and she's conservative when it comes to operating. She cares about the body of her patient a lot and doesn't take or recommend unnecessary risks. I really appreciate her thoughtful concern. The questions she asks are to understand my strength, activity level, lifestyle, pain, and mobility.
    Apr 23, 2025
    Doctor Elly LaRoque is an amazing doctor.She makes you feel you are her only patient with the attention she gives and careing for for her patients. In the past the doctor saved me from unnecessary surgery after several doctors wanted to do surgery on my shoulder. I am forever grateful to her for finding an alternative to surgery in the case of my shoulder and relieving the pain permanently. She is kind caring and dedicated to helping her patients as best she can. UCSF is fortunate to have her on their team as l am fortunate to have her as my doctor.
    Apr 08, 2025
    Dr. Laroque is great in every aspect of the care she has provided.
    Apr 01, 2025
    Highly recommend DR. Elly
    Mar 27, 2025
    Exelent service
    Feb 27, 2025
    Over all the the care was excellent
    Feb 22, 2025
    Excellent doctor
    Feb 22, 2025
    Smart and conservative doctor with okay bedside manner. Very polite and receptive to questions. Very thorough with me. Did not leave me until I understood and had all my questions answered
    Feb 16, 2025
    DaLaroque took the time to review my history and considered my comorbidities when recommending the most appropriate course of treatment. They took the time to answer my questions and ensure that I understood how they arrived at their recommendation. Finally, they explained what future steps may be appropriate if symptomatic relief is not achieved.
    Jan 11, 2025
    Dr LaRouque is smart, detail oriented and a good listener. In my case I have several factors and injuries beside the rotator cuff issue. She referred me to an excellent spine/back doctor and we made a good plan forward after we get the mri results. Patiently she educated me about my injury and the rotator cuff. I really appreciate her demeanor and approach.
    Jan 09, 2025
    I found Dr to be exceptional in attentiveness knowledge and compassion
    Jan 05, 2025
    She is very kind and truly cares for my well being, I feel so lucky she is my health care provider.
    Nov 24, 2024
    Dr. ELEY LaROQUE is above and beyond !
    Nov 07, 2024
    Dr. Laroque and her staff are the best!!! I very pleased all around.
    Nov 04, 2024
    Dr. La Roque is wonderful. I cannot say enough good/great things about her and the Ortho team. I was given the gift of mobility and for that I am so so greatful.
    Oct 24, 2024
    De. Laroque is the best!!! I'm so happy she was assigned to me!!!
    Oct 19, 2024
    The dr and resident were fantastic
    Oct 19, 2024
    Dr. Laroque is an excellent doctor!
    Oct 09, 2024
    Dr Elly is an excellent provider.
    Sep 30, 2024
    My provider is the best.
    Sep 29, 2024
    Doctor LaRoque is fantastic!! Smart, talented, caring.
    Sep 21, 2024
    Answered questions well and listens well.
    Sep 21, 2024
    Dr. LaRoque was very professional, very kind, very attentive to my concerns and my injuries and very Reassuring in moving forward with my health.
    Sep 21, 2024
    I felt heard and well taken care of. Dr. Laroque clearly explained what was going on with my knee and went through the pictures and conclusions found in my recent MRI
    Sep 14, 2024
    Remarkable expertise, communication and bedside manner.
    Sep 07, 2024
    Dr Laroque and Ever (PA) were amazing and so thorough. I can't say more about this entire practice except that I received the best care imaginable, Dr Laroque is a miracle worker, she gave me the best gift of all, pain free walking. UCSF Ortho has it down to a science and from start to finish, the team couldn't have been better.
    Sep 07, 2024
    Dr. Laroque was kind and very considerate. She thoroughly explained my injury and was helpful in deciding how to manage it.
    Aug 14, 2024
    She is wonderful, very knowledgeable and very friendly. She is a 5 star Doctor
    Jul 18, 2024
    Excellent
    Jul 15, 2024
    DR. Laroque was excellent through each stage of the process, from initial meeting and explanation of options to the procedure itself and after-care instructions. I would not hesitate to recommend her,
    Jun 29, 2024
    Dr Laroque is an excellent doctor who listens and addresses all my concerns. She's prompt, caring, patient, knowledgeable and very personable. She's amazing and I highly recommend her to anyone with orthopedic issues
    Jun 29, 2024
    My doctor has always been there every time I have contacted her and has shown great concern for me and my health.
    Jun 24, 2024
    First class throughout
    Jun 23, 2024
    My doctor was the first doctor that really listen to me about my condition. I suffered for years in pain. She diagnosed me and had my surgery. Very happy with her care. DR. LAROQUE
    Jun 22, 2024
    Doctor LaRoque is awesome. Really listens to patients and cares.
    Jun 14, 2024
    Dr. Laroque is very nice and concerned about my condition.
    Jun 03, 2024
    Dr Ellie LaRoque is the best!
    Jun 01, 2024
    Dr. Laroque was well informed of my issue prior to our meeting, and was engaging on all levels. Great first meet.
    May 30, 2024
    I wanted to express my appreciation for the exceptional level of service and care provided by Dr. Ellly Laroque and team. I am so impressed that I have switched providers based on her referrals.My family truly enjoy and appreciate the level of care that Dr. LaRoque provides.
    May 25, 2024
    Best visit with a medical professional I've ever experienced. Informed, attentive and compassionate.
    May 22, 2024
    The Best
    May 11, 2024
    Dr LaRoque is, in a word, fantastic.
    May 01, 2024
    Had a wonderful experience
    Apr 20, 2024
    Dr. LaRoque was incredible-smart, thorough, and listened to everything I had to say, which I appreciated.
    Apr 14, 2024
    Excellent doctor
    Apr 06, 2024
    The doctor resident, Dr Sheridan, was also very good in all aspects above.
    Mar 24, 2024
    Dr Laroque is v personable and has my confidence.

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    My work

    Targeted orthopedic care for women athletes

    As part of the Women's Sports Medicine Center, Dr. LaRoque offers specialized care for female-identifying athletes.

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