Excellence in care, resident training & research
For treating injuries and chronic conditions with unsurpassed care, for physicians seeking an outstanding residency program and for everyone who will benefit from studies that are transforming the science of orthopedics, the UArizona Department of Orthopaedic Surgery delivers at the leading edge of medicine, education and research.
A Message from the Department Chair
Orthopedics is about hope. We give patients hope for a better world, and that same hope inspires us to deliver the best care. We are committed to leading the most advanced research and to teaching the most skilled, thoughtful, innovative and empathetic orthopedic physicians for the future. Our goal is to restore ability from pain and injury and to help people live their best possible lives.
John Elfar, MD
Patient Care
As the only orthopedic team in Tucson whose doctors are also leading researchers and educators, we offer the most thoughtful, advanced, evidence-based non-surgical and surgical orthopedic care in Southern Arizona.
Our patients range from everyday adults and kids to competitive athletes, including pro, college and high school sports teams.
Residency Program
Established in 1973, the UArizona Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program today has 100+ alumni.
Our 5-year program accepts 4 applicants per year and is built on rotations of 2 - 3 months, giving residents continuity of patient care and time to build meaningful relationships with their physician mentors.
Research
Building on the pioneering work of Robert Volz, Donald Speer and John Szivek, our research today encompasses biomaterials, biomechanics, hand and wrist, sports medicine, foot and ankle and anatomic studies.
Our Department maintains 4 research labs, and much of our work is done in partnership with the University of Arizona Arthritis Center.
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Let's get you back in the game.
Our athletic trainers and sports medicine doctors and PA's are specially trained in care for athletes of any level, from weekend rollerbladers to pro competitors. With 3 convenient clinics and cutting-edge treatments like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for faster healing, make us your first call when pain or limited range of motion are getting in your way.
