Joshua W. B. Klatt
( out of 78 reviews )

Joshua W. B. Klatt, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Missoula Bone and Joint

University of Utah Pediatric Orthopaedics
Missoula
801-662-5600

Primary Children's Hospital

Pediatric Orthopaedics
Salt Lake City
801-662-5600

Shriners Hospital for Children

Salt Lake City
801-536-3500

  • Dr. Joshua Klatt isn't just a great doctor—he's also known for going above and beyond to care for his patients. His dedication and compassion have earned him the title of Physician of the Year not once, but twice, in 2013 and 2023 by Primary Children's Hospital. He's always looking for new ways to make his patients feel better, and his commitment to their well-being is truly remarkable.

    Dr. Klatt specializes in treating bone and joint problems in children, especially crooked spines and hip issues. After becoming a doctor at Pennsylvania State University, he continued his learning journey at the University of Utah, Primary Children’s Hospital and Shriners Clinic for Children. Dr. Klatt is so passionate about helping kids that he even won an award for his research! He's always eager to learn more, which is why he traveled all the way to New Zealand to gain advanced training. Now, he works at the University of Utah Orthopaedics and loves seeing kids at Primary Children's Hospital and Shriners Clinic for Children in Salt Lake City.

    In addition to seeing patients, he's also involved in lots of cool studies to find even better ways to help kids feel better. And guess what? He even visits Missoula, Montana, and St. George, Utah, to help kids there too!

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    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 78 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    June 27, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr. Klatt is an amazingly gifted doctor. The love he has for his work and patients always shines through.

    June 27, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    The best Dr out there.

    June 27, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr. Josh Klatt is the most kind caring human! Would highly recommend him as a surgeon!

    June 24, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    Dr. Klatt is a great doctor. He listens well and explains things to patients and parents in a direct and understandable way. Be warned, however, the practice cannot accommodate patients who use a wheelchair.

    June 20, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    He is the best! He has amazing bedside manner and skills! He treated my daughter like she was his own child! So glad he was our surgeon

    June 19, 2024
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr. Klatt treated us like real people and took the time to consider multiple facets of patient care and included us before developing a care plan. Kind, honest, and competent.

    June 08, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    We love Dr. Klatt!! He is the best doctor ever and the sweetest!!! He genuinely cares about his patients and their families.

    June 08, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    Dr Klatt is amazing! Dealing with major surgery for your child is extremely stressful. Dr Klatt eased our concerns, answering all of our questions and engaging with our son to help arrest his fears as well. I would highly recommend Dr Klatt to any family.

    June 06, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    Dr. Klatt is an amazing doctor he is very attentive and he listen to your questions and concerns and he is very caring and what¿s to help you. He is definitely one of my favorite doctors :)

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  • Dr. Joshua Klatt isn't just a great doctor—he's also known for going above and beyond to care for his patients. His dedication and compassion have earned him the title of Physician of the Year not once, but twice, in 2013 and 2023 by Primary Children's Hospital. He's always looking for new ways to make his patients feel better, and his commitment to their well-being is truly remarkable.

    Dr. Klatt specializes in treating bone and joint problems in children, especially crooked spines and hip issues. After becoming a doctor at Pennsylvania State University, he continued his learning journey at the University of Utah, Primary Children’s Hospital and Shriners Clinic for Children. Dr. Klatt is so passionate about helping kids that he even won an award for his research! He's always eager to learn more, which is why he traveled all the way to New Zealand to gain advanced training. Now, he works at the University of Utah Orthopaedics and loves seeing kids at Primary Children's Hospital and Shriners Clinic for Children in Salt Lake City.

    In addition to seeing patients, he's also involved in lots of cool studies to find even better ways to help kids feel better. And guess what? He even visits Missoula, Montana, and St. George, Utah, to help kids there too!

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Orthopaedics -Primary

    Education history

    Fellowship Pediatric Orthopedics - Starship Childrens Hospital Fellow
    Pediatric Orthopedics - University of Utah School of Medicine Fellow
    Residency Orthopedic Surgery - University of Utah School of Medicine Resident
    Orthopedic Surgery - University of Utah School of Medicine Intern
    Professional Medical Medicine - Penn State College of Medicine M.D.
    Biology - Montana State University B.S.
    Undergraduate University of Alaska Fairbanks

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Klatt JB, Metz AK, Froerer DL, Featherall J, Cheminant JR, Rosenthal RM, Aoki SK (2024). Association of Relative Skeletal Immaturity of the Triradiate Cartilage with Increased Proximal Femoral Deformity in Prophylactic Fixation for Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis: A Radiographic Study. J Am Acad Orthop Surg Glob Res Rev, 32(9), 401-409.
    2. Lewis DC, Metz AK, Froerer DL, Klatt JB, Aoki SK (2022). Hardware Impingement Is Associated With Shorter Screw Length in Patients Treated With In Situ Screw Fixation for Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis: An In Vivo Arthroscopic Evaluation. Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil, 4(5), e1623-e1628. (Read full article)
    3. Willick SE, Ehn M, Teramoto M, Klatt JWB, Finnoff JT, Saad K, Cushman DM (2022). The National Interscholastic Cycling Association Mountain Biking Injury Surveillance System: 40,000 Student-Athlete-Years of Data. Curr Sports Med Rep, 20(6), 291-297. (Read full article)
    4. Bellaire LL, Zhang C, Smith JT, Heflin JA, Klatt J, Roye D, Sponseller P, Samdani A, Fedorak GT, Pediatric Spine Study Group (2020). Growth-friendly Spinal Instrumentation in Marfan Syndrome Achieves Sustained Gains in Thoracic Height Amidst High Rates of Implant Failure. J Pediatr Orthop, 41(3), e204-e210. (Read full article)
    5. Bellaire L, Fedorak G, Heflin J, Klatt J, Smith J, Sponseller P, Hedequist D, Pediatric Spine Study Group (2020). Growth-friendly Instrumentation for the Treatment of Early-onset Scoliosis in Marfan Syndrome. Spine Deform, 7(6), 1027-1028. (Read full article)
    6. Morin M, Klatt J, Stevens PM (2018). Cozen's deformity: resolved by guided growth. Strategies Trauma Limb Reconstr, 13(2), 87-93. (Read full article)
    7. Aoki SK, Grimm NL, Ewing CK, Klatt JB, Shea KG (2017). Metaphyseal Screw Migration After Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction in a Skeletally Immature Patient: A Case Report. JBJS Case Connect, 3(1), e28. (Read full article)
    8. Higgins TF, Kemper D, Klatt J (2008). Incidence and morphology of the posteromedial fragment in bicondylar tibial plateau fractures. J Orthop Trauma, 23(1), 45-51. (Read full article)
    9. Klatt J, Stevens PM (2008). Guided growth for fixed knee flexion deformity. J Pediatr Orthop, 28(6), 626-31. (Read full article)

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