Meet Dr. Saltzman 
ResearchGate Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Indiana University
- Fellowship trained in Sports Medicine & Shoulder/Elbow Surgery
- Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Subspecialty Board Certified in Sports Medicine Surgery
- Nationally-recognized expertise in adolescent, young adult and adult athlete injury care
- Specialist in the minimally-invasive treatment of cartilage disorders, meniscus tears, patellar instability/dislocations and ligament injuries including ACL tears and multiligament knee injuries
- Specialist in shoulder surgery, including arthroscopic rotator cuff repair, shoulder stabilization/labrum repair, latarjet reconstruction, shoulder replacement, and reverse shoulder replacement
- Expert in joint preservation, offering cutting-edge surgical and non-surgical treatments including cartilage restoration, meniscus transplantation, realignment osteotomies
- Innovation in the field of therapeutic OrthoBiologics and autologous Cell-based Therapy including platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC)
- Expertise in treatment of injuries specific to the throwing athlete (including "Tommy John" elbow ligament reconstruction and shoulder labral repair)
Past Head Team Physician
Current Team Physician
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Clinical Team
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Amanda Lubert MS, ATC, LAT
Athletic Trainer -
Carmen Brigham MS, ATC, OTC
Athletic Trainer
What is New in
Sports Medicine?
Arthroscopic Surgery
Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure during which the internal structure of a joint is examined for diagnosis and treatment of problems inside the joint.
Benefits
- Smaller incisions
- Minimal soft tissue trauma
- Less pain and scars
- Lower infection rate
- Faster healing time
- Earlier mobilization
- Shorter hospital stay
Recent & Upcoming
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Clinical Outcomes of a Novel Hybrid Transtibial Technique for Femoral Tunnel Drilling in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Large Single-Center Case Series With a Minimum 2-Year Follow-upA novel hybrid transtibial (HTT) approach to femoral tunnel drilling in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) has been developed that circumvents the need for knee hyperflexion and orients the graft in the most anatomic position without sacrificing the tunnel length or aperture.Read More...
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Dr. Saltzman will begin to assist in the care as a Team Physician for IU Indianapolis student athletesThis Fall 2024, Dr. Saltzman will begin to assist in the care as a Team Physician for IU Indianapolis student athletes.Read More...
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Tommy John elbow ligament reconstruction surgery with Dr. SaltzmanOn July 16, 2024, former Charlotte college pitcher Tony Rossi signs a Free Agent contract with the New York Yankees after successful return... Read More...
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Exploring the Body from the Inside Out: Athletic InjuriesExploring the Body from the Inside Out: Athletic Injuries. Sports Injuries Explained HERE.Read More...
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Logan Godman's Inspiring Journey: Overcoming ACL Injury to Shine in Senior Football SeasonWe spoke with Dr. Saltzman about Logan's inspiring journey toward a full recovery and his determination to have a successful senior season. Read More...
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OC Presents the 2023 Sports Medicine SymposiumJoin us for the 35th Sports Medicine Symposium as we discuss the principles of injury prevention. Read More...
Current Research
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Pearsall C, Chen A, Abdelaziz A, Saltzman BM, Piasecki DP, Popkin C, Redler L, Levine WN, Ahmad CS, Trofa DP. Patient Preferences for Graft Selection in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. Orthop J Sports Med. 2024; 12(8): [Epub ahead of print]. PMID 39157023.Read More
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Hong I, Ifarraguerri AM, Berk A, Trofa DP, Piasecki DP, Saltzman BM. Clinical Outcomes of a Novel Hybrid Transtibial Technique for Femoral Tunnel Drilling in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Large Single-Center Case Series With a Minimum 2-Year Follow-up. Orthop J Sports Med. 2024; [Epub ahead of print]. PMID 39131489.Read More
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Carmel, IN 46280
