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Christopher Deans, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Indianapolis, IN

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Orthopaedic Surgery • Indianapolis, IN

Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery

Assistant Professor

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  • Office

    1801 N Senate Blvd
    Ste 535
    Indianapolis, IN 46202
    Phone+1 804-389-1025

Summary

  • Dr. Christopher Deans is an Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Omaha, Nebraska, with a subspecialty in Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery. He obtained his medical education at the University of Nebraska College of Medicine, after graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Philosophy from the University of Nebraska - Kearney. Dr. Deans completed his orthopaedic residency training at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, followed by fellowship at Indiana University School of Medicine. He has experience primary and complex hip and knee reconstruction including revising failed joints. He also takes care of infected joints, fractures, and other orthopaedic pathology. Dr. Deans is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. His published works have been featured in reputable journals such as The Journal of Clinical Medicine and The Journal of Arthroplasty. Dr. Deans is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society and the Gold Humanism Honor Society, as well as an active member in multiple regional and national organizations such as American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) and Mid-America Orthopaedic Association (MAOA).

Education & Training

  • Indiana University School of Medicine
    Indiana University School of MedicineFellowship, Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery, 2021 - 2022
  • University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine
    University of Nebraska Medical Center College of MedicineResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2016 - 2021
  • University of Nebraska College of Medicine
    University of Nebraska College of MedicineClass of 2016
  • University of Nebraska - Kearney
    University of Nebraska - KearneyBS, Biology, Philosophy, Summa Cum Laude, 2008 - 2012
  • University of Northern Colorado
    University of Northern ColoradoBS, Biomedical Sciences, 2007 - 2008

Certifications & Licensure

  • NE State Medical License
    NE State Medical License 2022 - 2026
  • IN State Medical License
    IN State Medical License 2021 - 2023

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Member Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, 2015
  • Member Gold Humanism Honor Society, 2015

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Total hip arthroplasty in patient with proximal femoral focal deficiency: a case report.  
    Deans C, Garvin KL., JBJS Case Connector, 10/1/2020
  • Orthopaedic in-training examination (OITE) preparation and study habits of orthopaedic residents: revisited.  
    Deans C, Gannon E, Morgan J, Mormino M, Graduate Medical Education Research Journal, 12/13/2019
  • A performance improvement project in antibiotic administration for open fractures.  
    Deans C, Ogden B, Siebler J, Mormino M, McCarthy M., Journal of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, 4/12/2019

Abstracts/Posters

  • Beach chair positioning increases risk of cerebral deoxygenation events for upper extremity fracture surgery.
    Deans C, Johnson P, Teusink M., Mid-America Orthopaedic Association (MAOA) Annual Meeting, Bonita Springs, FL, 2020
  • Beach chair positioning increases risk of cerebral deoxygenation events for upper extremity fracture surgery.
    Deans C, Johnson P, Teusink M., American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, 2020
  • Orthopaedic in-training examination (OITE) preparation and study habits of orthopaedic residents: revisited.
    Deans C, Gannon E, Morgan J, Mormino M., Mid-America Orthopaedic Association (MAOA) Annual Meeting, Bonita Springs, FL, 2016

Other

  • The Thrower's Shoulder 
    Deans C, Tao M, Camp C, Sgroi T, Dines J, Altcheck D., DeLee & Drez's Orthopaedic Sports Medicine: Principles & Practice
    2017

Professional Memberships

  • Mid-America Orthopaedic Association (MAOA)
    Member-in-training

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