Orthopaedics
Derek Orton, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Mequon, WI
Dr. Derek J. Orton is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery and sports medicine, practicing primarily in the greater Milwaukee area including Greenfield, Mequon, Burlington, and West Allis, Wisconsin. He focuses on treating complex spinal disorders such as spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, and cervical spondylosis, employing advanced techniques including laminectomy, microdiscectomy, and minimally invasive spine surgery. His expertise extends to orthopedic sports medicine, servin
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
Education & Training
- Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin (MD, 2000)
- Residency: Grand Rapids Orthopaedic Surgery-Michigan State University (Orthopaedic Surgery, 2005)
- Fellowship: San Francisco Spine Institute (Spine Surgery, 2006)
Peer Recognition
2026
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Sports Medicine
Conditions & Treatments
Arthroscopic SurgeryACL & Ligament ReconstructionSports InjuriesRotator Cuff RepairShoulder SurgeryKnee SurgeryMusculoskeletal Conditions
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Aurora Health Care
- Aurora Lakeland Medical Center
- Westfields Hospital And Clinic
- Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
- Aurora Health
Languages
English
Experience
25+ years in practice