The primary mission of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is to provide the highest quality orthopaedic care with exceptional training, leadership, research and innovative care for patients with musculoskeletal problems. Orthopaedic surgeons provide both comprehensive surgical and nonsurgical care for a variety of conditions affecting the spine and all four extremities.
Our faculty members are recognized locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally for their expertise in treating orthopaedic conditions. The department has also gained a national reputation for training outstanding future orthopaedic surgeons as a part of graduate medical education.