In Memory of Dr. Adam Perry, 1975-2024

The Department of Orthopaedics and Louisiana Orthopaedic Specialists mourns the loss of a dear leader, partner, mentor, and friend. The Orthopaedic community has lost a talented, dedicated surgeon, physician, and healer.

In 2008, Dr. Adam Perry founded LOS (The Louisiana Orthopaedic Specialists) after completing his fellowship training in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine in San Antonio. Despite starting the practice alone, Dr. Perry had a clear vision for the future of orthopaedic surgery in Acadiana and guided LOS from the St. Mary Building on Our Lady of Lourdes's old campus to the current location at Rue Louis XIV, expanding from one to sixteen orthopaedic surgeons. Today, LOS employs over 200 people and offers surgical care for individuals of all ages and body parts, nonoperative orthopedic treatment, physical and occupational therapy, advanced imaging, and after-hours Urgent Care services. One of Dr. Perry's dreams was to establish a specialized surgical hospital for LOS physicians - it is set to open in early 2025. Dr. Perry was a true visionary. He always kept himself updated with the latest techniques and technology in his field. He was a pioneer in performing the anterior total hip replacement, a novel technique that has greatly improved hip replacement and patient recovery. Moreover, Dr. Perry also conducted Acadiana's first ROSA robotic hip replacement. However, Dr. Perry's excellence was not limited to his own performance. He constantly encouraged his partners at LOS to strive for excellence and deliver the best possible outcomes for their patients.

While Dr. Perry loved orthopedics and caring for his patients, his heart belonged to his wife Heidi, and their three sons: Thomas, Gresham, and Drake.

Dr. Perry will be missed by friends, family, patients and everyone here at LSU Department of Orthopaedics.