Orthopaedics
Michael Dayton, MD
Vice Chair for Education and Program Director, Orthopedic Residency
Aurora, CO
Michael Dayton, MD, is a professor of orthopedic surgery at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, where he serves as Vice Chair for Education and Program Director of the Orthopedic Residency. He specializes in adult reconstructive orthopedics, focusing on complex reconstruction and total joint replacement of the lower extremity, particularly hip and knee procedures. Dr. Dayton emphasizes minimally invasive techniques to improve patient rehabilitation and function, as eviden
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
Education & Training
- Medical School: University of Utah School of Medicine (MD, 1997)
- Residency: University of Vermont Medical Center (Orthopaedic Surgery, 2002)
- Fellowship: New England Baptist Hospital (Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedics, 2003)
Peer Recognition
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Joint Replacement
Conditions & Treatments
Joint ReplacementHip ReplacementKnee Replacement
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- University of Colorado Hospital Authority
- UCHealth Broomfield Hospital
- University of Colorado Hospital
- Children's Hospital Colorado
Languages
English
Experience
25+ years in practice