About Peter Asnis, MD

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Locations

Sports Medicine Service
Charles River Plaza
175 Cambridge St., 4th Floor
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: 617-643-0803

Sports Medicine at Mass General Waltham
52 Second Ave.
3rd Floor, Suite 3300
Waltham, MA 02451
Phone: 617-643-0803

Medical Education

  • MD, Cornell University Medical College
  • Residency, Hospital for Special Surgery
  • Fellowship, Massachusetts General Hospital

American Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Note: This provider may accept more insurance plans than shown; please call the practice to find out if your plan is accepted.


Research

Dr. Asnis' research interests are focused on the knee and shoulder, particularly on how to optimize treatment for active patients who have suffered sports-related injuries.

Dr. Asnis collaborates with the Orthopaedic Bioengineering Lab at MGH in many of his research projects. Some of his most recent publications have focused on anatomic and radiographic studies of pathologies of the hip and knee.

Publications

  • Select Publications:

    • Hazzard S, Connolly S, Wiater A, et al. Establishing Normal Variances and Expectations for Quadriceps Limb Symmetry Index Benchmarks Based on Time from Surgery After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. IJSPT. 2024;19(4):410-417.Hazzard S, Bacevich B, Perry N, Nukala V, Asnis, P; Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Allograft in Adults Older Than the Age of 40 Years Shows Similar Patient-Reported Outcomes Between Male and Female Patients, Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation, Vol 6 Iss 2, April 2024.
    • Velasquez Hammerle M, Asnis P, Hazzard S, Babu A, Berkson E, Borgstrom H, Flora J, Ginsburg R, McInnis K, Nukala V, Tanaka M, Who and When should we screen? Assessing the need for psychological support in patients with sports injuries in the setting of an orthopedic surgery outpatient clinic, International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS) June 2023 conference abstract podium presentation.
    • Leite C, Farina E, Gortz S, Hazzard S, Asnis P, Lattermann C, Smith R, Merkely G, Increased Tibiofemoral rotation angle is associated with graft failure after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, The American Journal of Sports Medicine. 2023;51(9):2291-2299.
    • Hazzard S, Velasquez Hammerle M, Asnis P, Tanaka M, Prevalence and Severity Of Anterior Knee Symptoms after ACL Reconstruction Using BTB Autograft vs BTB Allograft, International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS) June 2023 conference abstract podium presentation.
    • Hazzard S, McLaughlin A, Cacace H, Nukala V, Asnis P, Tramadol provides similar pain relief and a better side effect profile than oxycodone (or hydrocodone) alone or in combination with tramadol after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction or arthroscopic knee debridement, Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation, Vol 5, Iss 3, E765-E771, June 2023.
    • Asnis, P, Hazzard, S, Editorial Commentary: Exercise-Based Physical Therapy Was Not Inferior to Arthroscopic Partial Meniscectomy for Knee Function Over 5 Years in Adults with Degenerative Meniscal Tears. The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery 105(4):p 321, February 15, 2023.
    • Hazzard S, Scarborough D, Berkson E, Asnis P, Fellow efficiency during anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction improves over time, yet is less than experienced physician assistant but with no significant difference in patient-reported outcomes, Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation. 2022 Dec 23;5(1):e185-e192.
    • Cote M, Nolan D, Hazzard S, Waugh S, Asnis P, Editorial Commentary: Blood flow restriction therapy prior to anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: small effects require accurate measurements, Arthroscopy, Feb 2023, Vol 39, Issue 2, p382-383.
    • Hazzard S, Lonati D, Kolosky M, Asnis P. Rule 50: A reproducible technique to minimize graft-tunnel mismatch during ACL reconstruction using bone-tendon-bone (BTB) graft. Techniques in Orthopaedics. Dec 2021; Vol 3, Issue 36, p445-448.

Reviews: Comments and Ratings

4.9out of 5(63 Ratings, 14 Comments)

February 2025

Very well prepared in understanding medical history and current issues. Sense that he cared. Did a thorough physical exam of the affected area. Laid out options for treatment, including risks and likelihood of success and, once we settled on surgery, slotted me in very expeditiously.


February 2025

Dr. Asnis and [redacted] were excellent and I really appreciate their time and their help. Thank you.


January 2025

Very professional, courteous and timely.


December 2024

Dr. Asnis was the best. Ten out of ten.


December 2024

I was very pleased with my visit from everyone I talked with and how fast I was able to get an appointment and a surgery date.


December 2024

I could not have been more impressed with Dr. Asnis. He was thorough and explained all my options very carefully. I know he is very busy but he was patient and kind.


November 2024

I've seen a number of different physicians and support personnel in my lifetime, and I would have to say, honestly, these folks are the most professional, on schedule, courteous, and informative. I also work in the medical field and have been exposed to a number of different practices and can say unequivocally, it's probably one of the best ... Read More


September 2024

Dr Asnis is very knowledgeable, professional and likable. Would recommend him to anyone I know who has orthopedic issues.


August 2024

Dr Asnis was so very personable and knowledgeable! His approach was in line with mine - conservative! Also his PA [redacted] was knowledgeable and very professional as well! [redacted]


July 2024

Professional, courteous, knowledgeable, efficient

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