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Michael Dayton, MD
- Vice Chair of Education
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Insurance plans accepted
We participate with most major health insurance plans and national transplant networks.
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We want to make sure you know what to expect before you arrive.
My care philosophy
Our group is committed to providing the highest quality professional and ethical care to all patients through integration of comprehensive education and exceptional musculoskeletal research.Get to know Michael Dayton, MD
Languages spoken
- English
Experience and background
I specialize in complex adult reconstruction and total joint replacement of the lower extremity, with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques.
Undergraduate 1993
University of Utah (UT)
Medical School 1997
University of Utah School of Medicine
Internship 1998
University of Vermont Program
Residency 2002
University of Vermont Program, Orthopedics
Fellowship 2003
New England Baptist Hospital Program, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedics
Frank Stinchfield Award 2002
The Hip Society of North America
Top Scientific Poster Award 2008
Denver Health Medical Center
British Traveling Hip Fellowship 2008
The Hip Society of North America
Visiting Professor 2010
University of Vermont Annual Research Day
Faculty Mentor:Resident Senior Paper Award 2016
Miles Research Day
CU Department of Orthopedics
Faculty Mentor:Resident Senior Paper Award 2019
Miles Research Day
CU Department of Orthopedics
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