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Vilas Saldanha, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Austin, TX

VilasSaldanhaMD

Orthopaedic Surgery Austin, TX

Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma

Orthopedic Trauma and Adult Reconstruction at Texas Orthopedics

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  • Office

    4700 Seton Center Pkwy
    Ste 200
    Austin, TX 78759
    Phone+1 512-439-1000
    Fax+1 512-439-1081

Summary

  • Board certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in treatment of fractures and adult reconstruction with special interest in robotic hip and knee replacement. I have extensive wartime trauma experience with specialty in bone and soft tissue reconstruction of mangled extremities.

Education & Training

  • McCombs School of Business
    McCombs School of BusinessMasters of Business Administration, MBA, 2017 - 2019
  • Hedley Institute
    Hedley InstituteAdult Reconstruction, 2015 - 2015
  • University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine
    University of Nevada Reno School of MedicineFellowship, Orthopaedic Trauma, 2013 - 2014
  • Albert Einstein Healthcare Network
    Albert Einstein Healthcare NetworkResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2007 - 2012
  • Drexel University College of Medicine
    Drexel University College of MedicineClass of 2007
  • Muhlenberg College
    Muhlenberg CollegeB.A., Business Administration, Cum Laude, 2003

Certifications & Licensure

  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 2016 - 2026
  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 2018 - 2021
  • AZ State Medical License
    AZ State Medical License 2013 - 2019
  • NV State Medical License
    NV State Medical License 2013 - 2017
  • MD State Medical License
    MD State Medical License 2012 - 2013
  • PA State Medical License
    PA State Medical License 2007 - 2012
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Meritorious Service Medal-For Outstanding Contributions to Civilian Military Partnership in Orthopaedic Trauma United States Air Force, 2016
  • Orthopaedic Surgeon, Air Force Commendation Medal for Outstanding Work in the Deployed Combat Setting Air Force, 2013
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Afghan Physician Mentor Program 2013
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • clinical currency  
    saldanha, military medicine
  • Complications Following Open Reduction Internal Fixation of Ankle Fractures in Patients with a Positive Urine Drug Screen  
    Saldanha V, Tiedeken N, Sweitzer B, American Journal of Orthopaedics, 1/1/2015
  • The irreducible floating hip: a unique presentation of a rare injury  
    Tiedeken N. Saldanha V, Handal J, Journal of Surgical Case Reports, 1/1/2013
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Abstracts/Posters

  • Risk Factors for Mortality In Coalition Troops Sustaining Pelvic Fractures During Operation Enduring Freedom
    Saldanha V, Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons, 1/1/2013
  • Biomechanical Analysis of External Fixation Pin Insertion Techniques
    Saldanha V, Eastern Orthopaedic Association, 1/1/2012
  • Complications Following Open Reduction Internal Fixation of Ankle Fractures in Patients with a Positive Urine Drug Screen
    Saldanha V, OTA, Eastern Ortho Association, 1/1/2011

Lectures

  • Management of War Wounds-Orthopaedic Perspective 
    Philadelphia, PA, 2013 - 1/1/2015
  • Analysis of Coalition Soldiers Sustaining Bilateral Traumatic Amputations with Perineal Involvement Secondary to Improvised Explosive Device 
    1/1/2015
  • Management of War Wounds 
    Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan - 1/1/2013
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Press Mentions

  • MD<40: Back to School
    MD<40: Back to SchoolNovember 8th, 2018

Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • Spanish