FAIRBANKS, Alaska (May 13, 2026) — After more than 40 years in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, Dr. Cary Keller has retired, closing a career that helped shape how athletes are cared for across Interior Alaska.

Keller founded Sportsmedicine and Orthopaedics Fairbanks in 1986, bringing specialized orthopedic and sports medicine services to the community at a time when access was limited. Foundation Health Partners later integrated the practice in 2018, expanding on the program he built.

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