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Charles L. Saltzman
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Charles L. Saltzman, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

  • University Orthopaedic Center

    801-587-7109
  • Dr. Charles Saltzman is the LS Peery MD Presidential Endowed Professor of Orthopaedics at the University of Utah. Dr. Saltzman is focused on improving physical function of patients with limited mobility. He has helped develop new methods for treatment of ankle arthritis (ankle fusion & ankle replacement), midfoot arthritis, ankle & hindfoot arthroscopy and forefoot problems.


    Dr. Saltzman centers his clinical practice on two primary areas of great need where he has deep expertise: 1) Adult ankle problems (sports injuries, torn tendons or ligaments, bone or cartilage injuries, arthritis) and 2) Complex foot and ankle problems of pre-adolescents to adults.


    Dr. Saltzman serves the field of Orthopaedics as Editor in Chief of the flagship scientific journals Foot & Ankle International and Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics. He is a co-Editor of the premier textbook "Mann's Surgery of Foot and Ankle", Past President of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, Past President of the International Federation of Foot and Ankle Societies, Past President of the Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons and Past Vice President of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery . Dr. Saltzman served as Chair of the University of Utah Department of Orthopaedics from 2005–2021,

    Specialties

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Orthopaedics - Primary

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 401 reviews )

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    February 24, 2023

    Dr. Saltzman did not make me feel hurried. He was thorough and patient. He explained all my future options. He even went out of his way to recommend a surgeon for my wife's needs even though the appointment was for me. I have been very impressed with Dr. Saltzman's professionalism and caring demeanor. I would recommend him to anyone. The staff also have always treated me with the utmost professional care.

    February 24, 2023

    Dr Charles Saltzman is perfect for me. I prefer never to have surgery. He has gave me excellent advise throughout this injury. Followup was great and I am happy with the progress. I really appreciate his personality, he is professional and fun to talk too.

    February 23, 2023

    Very competent and accommodating.

  • Dr. Charles Saltzman is the LS Peery MD Presidential Endowed Professor of Orthopaedics at the University of Utah. Dr. Saltzman is focused on improving physical function of patients with limited mobility. He has helped develop new methods for treatment of ankle arthritis (ankle fusion & ankle replacement), midfoot arthritis, ankle & hindfoot arthroscopy and forefoot problems.


    Dr. Saltzman centers his clinical practice on two primary areas of great need where he has deep expertise: 1) Adult ankle problems (sports injuries, torn tendons or ligaments, bone or cartilage injuries, arthritis) and 2) Complex foot and ankle problems of pre-adolescents to adults.


    Dr. Saltzman serves the field of Orthopaedics as Editor in Chief of the flagship scientific journals Foot & Ankle International and Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics. He is a co-Editor of the premier textbook "Mann's Surgery of Foot and Ankle", Past President of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, Past President of the International Federation of Foot and Ankle Societies, Past President of the Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons and Past Vice President of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery . Dr. Saltzman served as Chair of the University of Utah Department of Orthopaedics from 2005–2021,

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Orthopaedics -Primary

    Research interests

    • Management of ankle arthritis
    • Biomechanics of ankle replacement
    • Neuroarthropathy

    Education history

    Fellowship Orthopedic Surgery - Mayo Clinic Fellow
    Orthopedic Surgery - University of Michigan Resident
    Internship Surgery - University of Michigan Intern
    Medicine - University of North Carolina M.D.
    Undergraduate Premedical Sciences - Brown University Pre Med
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