Cooper Bone and Joint Institute Faculty

Richard D. Lackman, MD, FACS, is a nationally recognized expert in the field of orthopaedic oncology.

Prior to joining the Cooper Bone and Joint Institute, Dr. Lackman was the Associate Director for Patient and Family Services at the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania and the Director of the University of Pennsylvania Health System Sarcoma Center of Excellence. While at the University of Pennsylvania, he also served as Paul B. Magnuson Professor and Chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery as well as the Residency Director for Orthopaedics.

Dr. Lackman is a consultant reviewer for eight medical publications including Clinical Orthopaedics & Related Research, Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, International Journal of Oncology and Journal of American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He is a highly sought-after lecturer with over 100 peer-reviewed scientific publications and more than 20 book chapters to his credit. Dr. Lackman is the recipient of numerous honors and awards, including being only the second orthopaedic surgeon in the nation to receive the prestigious Parker Palmer Courage to Teach Award, which is the highest award given by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) for graduate medical education. Dr. Lackman is a past president of the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Manager of Research; Cooper Bone and Joint Institute
3 Cooper Plaza; Suite 410
(856)968-7079 x1007079
gentile-pietro@cooperhealth.edu

As the research manager, my responsibilities are diverse and crucial for the success of the organization's research initiatives. My role is tasked with overseeing the planning, implementation, and execution of various research projects within the organization, involving effective coordination of the efforts of a diverse team of researchers to ensure adherence to project timelines and objectives. Additionally, I actively contribute to the development of research strategies, identify new opportunities for investigation, and foster collaborations both within the team and with external partners. Overall, I am centered on promoting innovation, facilitating collaboration among study team members, upholding the quality of the research output, and making significant contributions to the advancement of knowledge within their field.

Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine; Class of 2027

"My experience with Cooper's Orthopaedic Research Fellowship, undertaken before entering medical school, was crucial to my development and future aspirations as a doctor. The fellowship allowed me to engage in a wide variety of research projects, ranging from clinical studies in various orthopaedic fields to hands-on animal research, and provided me with invaluable insights and skills. The attending physicians and research manager stood out as exceptional mentors, genuinely dedicated to fostering my growth and professional development. Their guidance and encouragement have been fundamental in shaping my approach to medicine and defining my career path." 

The McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory, University of Pennsylvania; Clinical Research Coordinator  

"My time in the research fellowship at Cooper opened my eyes to the world of clinical research, and how research fits in to the everyday lives of clinicians, residents, med students, and healthcare professionals of all different kinds. I entered the program as a new graduate with little knowledge of the orthopaedic clinical research world, and by the end, I was full of passion and excitement for what could come next in my journey of medicine. The fellowship allowed each of us to have one on one time with physicians through shadowing as well as becoming ambassadors for their clinical research projects. It exposed us to not only to the research side of orthopaedics with running retrospective analyses and writing manuscripts for publication, but also the clinical, surgical, and experimental side working with both human and animal subjects. I am forever grateful for my time at Cooper because it inspired me to continue a path in clinical research and seek a job as a clinical research coordinator at Penn, where I now manage an orthopaedic biomechanics research lab. Thank you to everyone who supported the orthopaedics research fellowship program at Cooper, and keep up the good work!"

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School; Intern - General Surgery

Meharry Medical College School of Medicine; Class of 2022

Lewis Katz School of Medicine; Class of 2024

Jefferson Health in New Jersey; Intern - Orthopaedic Surgery

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; Class of 2023

Albert Einstein College of Medicine; Class of 2026

"My name is Emily and I am currently an M3 at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. I am where I am today because of the support and kindness of people in this fellowship and the opportunities provided to me. I not only learned about the process of research, from writing IRBs to conducting animal research, to networking, to learning how to craft research posters and oral presentations, and most importantly I was connected with amazing attending and student mentors who have continued to support me as I move further into my career. I am beyond grateful for the skills, support, and mentorship this fellowship has offered me and I know my life has been forever changed by my time here."

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University; Class of 2025

Cooper University Health Care; Resident - Orthopaedic Surgery

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science; Intern - General Surgery

St. George's School of Medicine; Class of 2022

University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine; Intern & Resident- Orthopaedic Surgery

Drexel University College of Medicine; Class of 2021