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Dr. Joel Matta is an orthopedic surgeon practicing hip and pelvic reconstruction at the renowned Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado. He is the founder and director of the Hip and Pelvis Institute at St. John’s Health Center in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Matta has published more than 30 articles and studies on the advancement of techniques and methods used to simplify and improve hip replacement, pelvic and acetabular fracture treatment and periacetabular osteotomy.
Awards & Honors:
- Recognized national and international lecturer regarding hip and pelvis surgery
- Largest single surgeon data base regarding operative treatment and results of pelvic and acetabular fractures
- Designer of orthopedic products including, fracture fixation implants, orthopedic surgical instruments, primary and revision hip replacement prostheses, and orthopedic operating tables
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Specialty
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Orthopedic Surgery
Being an orthopedic surgeon in Colorado, Dr. Matta is trained to treat and identify all forms of injury to your musculoskeletal system, including the bones, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and joints. After making a diagnosis, Dr. Matta will often resort to surgery when all the other treatment options have already been exhausted or ruled out. Patients might need the attention of an orthopedic surgeon for torn ligaments, sports injuries, fractures, sprains, and more.
Conditions Treated
- Hip arthritis
- Hip Disorders (Injury, Pain, Sprain, Strain)
- Hip Fracture Care
- Hip Labral Tears
- Hip Pain
- Hip Problems
- Pelvis Fractures
- Sports Medicine, Sports injuries
Special Interests
- Hip Reconstruction
- Hip Replacement
- Pelvic and Acetabular Fractures
- Periacetabular Osteotomy
Education & Training
Medical School
Hospital Affiliations
- Vail Valley Medical Center
Languages Spoken
- English