The Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is committed to conducting cutting edge research, training the next generation of leaders and providing world-class patient care for both adult and pediatric patients.
Orthopedics
As part of the University of Wisconsin community, our Orthopedic program is made up of world-renown providers, cutting-edge research, and comprehensive and competitive surgical training opportunities.
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Rehabilitation Medicine
UW Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation transforms lives by improving function and quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based, and equitable care; advancing the field through collaborative research; and training future PM&R leaders.
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Research is a strong component of our program. With over 9,000 square feet of research space, basic, clinical, and translational research is conducted to improve orthopedic and rehabilitative care around the world.
Our residency and fellowship programs have a strong reputation for training well-rounded clinicians with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in their respective field.
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The Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Wisconsin provides care in a setting that unites experts from several specialties resulting in the best possible treatment plan.
Our Vision and Mission
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Our vision is to build excellence and distinction in clinical outcomes, translatable research, and graduate training programs that result in local, regional and national prominence.
Our mission is to provide excellent patient care across all aspects of orthopedics and rehabilitation, delivered in a patient-centered, timely, affordable and collegial manner utilizing innovative technology while promoting and advancing socially responsible medical education and research.
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Featured Stories
Dr. Wan-Ju Li named Fellow of International Orthopaedic Research by ICORS
June 30, 2025 – Wan-Ju Li, PhD, an associate professor in the UW Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, has been inducted as a fellow of the International Combined Orthopaedic Research Societies (ICORS) – a prestigious recognition awarded to leading researchers who have made exceptional contributions to the field of orthopedic science.
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Dr. Andrea Spiker named Dr. William G. Clancy Jr. Professor in Sports Medicine
June 30, 2025 – Andrea Spiker, MD, a nationally recognized leader in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, has been appointed the inaugural Dr. William G. Clancy Jr. Professor in Sports Medicine in the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH). This endowed professorship honors Dr. Spiker’s outstanding leadership, clinical innovation, and research contributions to the field of orthopedics.
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