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Michael Decker, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Milwaukee, WI

Michael Decker MD MSc

Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery


Vice Chair of Clinical Operations, Division Chief of Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction

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  • 8701 Watertown Plank RoadMilwaukee, WI 53226

  • Phone+1 414-955-8246

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Education & Training

  • University of Western Ontario
    University of Western OntarioFellowship, 2017 - 2018
  • University of Western Ontario
    University of Western OntarioMasters of Science, Surgery, 2017 - 2018
  • University of New Mexico School of Medicine
    University of New Mexico School of MedicineResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2012 - 2017
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    University of Illinois College of MedicineClass of 2012, M.D.
  • Boston University
    Boston UniversityBS, Human Physiology, Cum Laude, 2003 - 2007

Certifications & Licensure

  • WI State Medical License
    WI State Medical License 2023 - 2025
  • NM State Medical License
    NM State Medical License 2015 - 2023
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Outstanding Resident Research Award UNM Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2015
  • Abbas Hyderi Leadership Award for Outstanding Student Leadership and Advocacy 2009

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Value-Based Bundled Repayment in Total Joint Arthroplasty  
    Decker, M., University of New Mexico Orthopaedic Research Journal, 2017
  • Preparing Residents for Health Care Reform  
    Decker, M, University of New Mexico Orthopaedic Research Journal, 2017
  • Technique of Fixation of Femoral Stems used in Total Hip Arthroplasty for Predicting Vancouver Types B1 and B2 Periprosthetic Fractures of the Femur: A Systematic Review.  
    Bennett D, Koehler L, Margolis D, Radelet M, Lu Z, Pedri T, Decker M, Miller M., The University of New Mexico Orthopaedics Research Journal, 2016
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Abstracts/Posters

  • Distal Tibia Radius of Curvature: Does It Match Shoulder Anatomy?
    Decker M, Strohmeyer G, Wood J, Hatch G, Qualls C, Treme G, Benson EC, Western Orthopaedic Association Annual Meeting, 1/1/2015
  • Evaluation of the Tibial Tubercle to Posterior Cruciate Ligament Distance in a Pediatric Patient Population
    Clifton B, Richter D, Tandberg D, Furgeson M, Treme G, Western Orthopaedic Association Annual Meeting, 1/1/2015
  • Complications Associated with Pelvic Fixation Methods in Combined Pelvic and Abdominal Trauma
    Miskimins R, Decker M, Howdieshell TR, Lu SW, West SD, Academic Surgical Conference, 1/1/2015
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Lectures

  • From Volume to Value: Delivery Reform in Total Joint Replacement 
    1/1/2016
  • Engaging the Next Generation of Clinicians in Delivery Reform 
    1/1/2016
  • Follow the Money! How Payment Reform is Changing Care Delivery 
    Chicago, IL - 1/1/2016
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Other

Press Mentions

  • Left Behind: Why Excluding Residents from Delivery System Reform Hurts Us All
    Left Behind: Why Excluding Residents from Delivery System Reform Hurts Us AllOctober 30th, 2015

Grant Support

  • The Assessment of Oxidative and Mechanical Property Degradation of Retrieved HXLPE Acetabular Liner RimsLawson Internal Research Fund2017–2018
  • Chondrocyte Viability After Exposure to Antiseptic Solutions and TXAOrthopaedic Research and Education Foundation Resident Research Project Grant2017–2018

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