Larry S. “Chip” Bankston

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Dr. Larry “Chip” Bankston is a board-certified Elbow, Knee, Shoulder, and Sports Medicine Specialist at BROC’s Livingston and Bluebonnet Campuses.

Dr. Larry “Chip” Bankston earned his Bachelor of Science in Zoology, Cum Laude, at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. He went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine at Louisiana State University HSC School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Bankston is the team physician for both Denham Springs High school and Live Oak High School. Following his time as Head Team Physician for the New Orleans Saints, he began serving as Team Physician for LSU Athletics. He is also passionate about sports medicine, particularly in the areas of knee reconstruction, shoulder and elbow injuries, and enjoys contributing to research and education in orthopedic surgery. With a commitment to providing personalized care, Dr. Bankston employs the latest advancements in orthopedic medicine to diagnose and treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.

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  • Bachelor of Science 
    Zoology
    Louisiana State University (Baton Rouge, LA)
  • Doctor of Medicine
    Louisiana State University HSC School of Medicine (New Orleans, LA) 
  • Residency
    Division of Orthopaedic Surgery
    University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine
  • Fellowship
    OrthoCarolina Sports Medicine, Shoulder & Elbow Surgery (Charlotte, NC)


  • Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (License # MD.203028) 
  • Subspecialty Certificate in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine



  • The Evolving Management of Clavicle Fractures in the NFL. Morgan R, Bankston L, Hoenig M, Connor P. American Journal of Sports Medicine 2010; 38(10):2092-2096.
  • A Biomechanical Evaluation of Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction Using a Novel Technique for Ulnar-Sided Fixation. Morgan R, Starman J, Bankston L, Peindl R, Fleischli J.  American Journal of Sports Medicine (2010)
  • Functional Outcome Following Intramedullary Nailing of the Femur: A Prospective Randomized Comparison of Piriformis Fossa and Greater Trochanteric Entry Portals.  Stannard JP, Bankston L, Futch L, McGwin G, Volgas D.  Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery Am (2011)
  • Fracture Dislocation of the Knee: A Prospective Evaluation of Fracture Fixation and Early Ligament Reconstruction with the Use of a Hinged External Fixator.
  • Stabilization of Knee Dislocations Using a Hinged External Fixator: A Prospective Randomized Study.
  • Piriformis Versus Trochanteric Antegrade Nailing of Femoral Fractures: A Prospective Randomized Study.
  • Functional Outcomes Following Intramedullary Nailing of the Femur: A Prospective Randomized Comparison of Piriformis Versus Trochanteric Nailing.
  • Effects of Implant Design Upon the Incidence & Severity of Scapular Notching after Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty


  • First Place Annual UAB Orthpaedic Resident Research Day (2008)
  • First Place Chestley L. Yelton Resident Essay Competition (Alabama Orthopaedic Society) (2006)
  • Selected for Alpha Omega Alpha (2002)
  • LSU Varsity Swimming and Diving Team Captain (1998-1999)
  • LSU Board of Supervisors Scholarship (1999-2003)
  • LSU Athletic Department nominee NCAA postgraduate scholarship (1999)
  • GTE Academic All-American for District IV (1999)
  • LSU Athletic Department Scholarship (1998-1999)
  • Inducted into Omicron Delta Kappa (1998)


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