Dr. Larry Stayner, M.D. was born in Seattle, Washington and grew up in Marysville; a small town north of Seattle. Dr. Stayner received a football scholarship from Boise State University and started as a tight end there from 1989-91. He won All-Conference honors in 1990 and 1991 and was a three-time recipient of Academic All-American honors from 1989-91. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgey and also has sub-speciality certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine.
Dr. Larry Stayner, M.D. was born in Seattle, Washington and grew up in Marysville; a small town north of Seattle. Dr. Stayner received a football scholarship from Boise State University and started as a tight end there from 1989-91. He won All-Conference honors in 1990 and 1991 and was a three-time recipient of Academic All-American honors from 1989-91. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgey and also has sub-speciality certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine.
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Excellent explanation of the issue and possible solutions.
(6 days ago)
Sep-2026
Excellent treatment and advice. Always very personable and great communication. Very concerned with the patient and health.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Very professional and kind. Seems very concerned about my injury. I've heard nothing but good about him from many people. That's why I chose him.
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Very understanding and explained things well.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Helped my pain explained very well
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Lots of knowledge easy to talk with explained everything in great detail. Very happy with the medical experience.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Stayner is very personable, knowledgeable and offered different options for my shoulder. We started with a cortisone injection, to see how that helps.
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. Stayner is an excellent surgeon and very compassionate. He helped me with my post surgery Pain in a manner that made me very comfortable and helped.
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Love Dr Stayner and Michaela. He answered all my questions.
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Great knowledge, immediate connection, highly recommend.
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
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Northern Rockies Orthopaedics
2740 South Avenue West Suite 101 Missoula, MT 59804
Dr. Larry Stayner, M.D. was born in Seattle, Washington and grew up in Marysville; a small town north of Seattle. Dr. Stayner received a football scholarship from Boise State University and started as a tight end there from 1989-91. He won All-Conference honors in 1990 and 1991 and was a three-time recipient of Academic All-American honors from 1989-91. Dr. Stayner was accepted to the University of Washington Medical school in 1992 but instead opted to pursue a football career with the Seattle Seahawks who took him in the ninth round of the entry draft that spring.
A knee injury suffered in his rookie year cut Dr. Stayner’s football career short but allowed him to resume his medical pursuits at the University of Washington. After graduating in 1996, he accepted an orthopaedic residency at Loma Linda University in California. His training there encompassed all areas of orthopaedic surgery. In 2002, Dr. Stayner accepted an invitation to practice sports medicine as a fellow at the prestigious Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, where he provided care for athletes from the professional teams in Los Angeles, including members of the Lakers, Dodgers, Kings, and Mighty Ducks. Dr. Stayner also treated amateur athletes who suffered injuries in recreational sports such as rock climbing, swimming, ballet, skiing, cycling, and volleyball.
He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgey and also has sub-speciality certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. He is currently the Orthopaedic Physician for the University of Montana Grizzlies. Dr. Stayner has three active daughters and a wonderful wife who is a physical therapist. Hobbies include golf, mountain biking, fishing, and traveling the world with his girls.
Excellent explanation of the issue and possible solutions.
Excellent treatment and advice. Always very personable and great communication. Very concerned with the patient and health.
Very professional and kind. Seems very concerned about my injury. I've heard nothing but good about him from many people. That's why I chose him.
Very understanding and explained things well.
Helped my pain explained very well
Lots of knowledge easy to talk with explained everything in great detail. Very happy with the medical experience.
Dr Stayner is very personable, knowledgeable and offered different options for my shoulder. We started with a cortisone injection, to see how that helps.
Dr. Stayner is an excellent surgeon and very compassionate. He helped me with my post surgery Pain in a manner that made me very comfortable and helped.
Love Dr Stayner and Michaela. He answered all my questions.
Great knowledge, immediate connection, highly recommend.