Dr. Fortier’s primary clinical and translational research interests are in equine orthopedic surgery, tendonitis, and arthritis with expertise in regenerative medicine including platelet rich plasms (PRP), stem cells, and IRAP. She has authored over 200 scientific papers and book chapters on topics related to regenerative medicine, arthritis, and tendonitis.
She has received numerous awards from organizations including the International Cartilage Repair Society, the Orthopaedic Research Society, and Cornell’s Pfizer Award for Research Excellence. Dr. Fortier serves on several scientific journal advisory boards, NIH review panels, the Morris Animal Research Council, and is President of the International Cartilage Repair Society. She has exceptionally mentored numerous veterinary students, undergraduates, graduate students, and surgical residents whom many have gone onto prestigious programs. Dr. Fortier continues to strive for excellence in her research, surgical expertise, and mentorship.