Michael P. Wertz, M.D. – Orthopedic Surgeon
(Medical Director-Joint Replacement Center)
Dr. Wertz has 24 years of experience with hip, knee and shoulder surgeries and is respected among his peers as both a speaker and instructor in the area of joint replacement surgery. Practicing in Boulder County since 1990, Dr. Wertz knows how important mobility is to Colorado residents. As an avid skier and outdoor enthusiast, Dr. Wertz takes great pride in his ability to help his patients overcome debilitating joint pain and get back to the activities they love most. Dr. Wertz is the founding partner of the Orthopedic Professional Association, which has been recently renamed Boulder Bone and Joint. Dr. Wertz has held many posts in his career including, the Chief of Staff at Avista Adventist Hospital, the Chief of the Department of Surgery at Avista Adventist Hospital and a consultant at the University of Colorado’s medical clinics. Dr. Wertz performs surgery at Boulder Community Hospital and Centura Avista Adventist Hospital, where he is also active in the total joint and trauma units.
Knee Care Expertise
Dr. Wertz has over 20 years of experience performing knee replacement surgeries. While he has performed thousands of procedures in his career, he still treats every patient as an individual, deserving of a personalized treatment plan that matches their individual goals. Dr. Wertz will always consider non-surgical options for care before recommending surgery – such as injections, medication and physical therapy. When surgery is required, Dr. Wertz prefers ConforMIS Customized Knee Implants, which are customized for each patient using their own CT scan.
Education and Background
Dr. Wertz earned his medical degree at Case Western Reserve University in 1982. From 1982 until 1983, Dr. Wertz completed his internship in general surgery at the University of Vermont. He trained to become an orthopedic surgeon at the University of Vermont in 1983, completing his training in 1987. Today, Dr. Wertz is a respected speaker and instructor at industry events. At the Academy of Orthopedic Surgery (AAOS) Dr. Wertz has been a Moderator. He has been an instructor in Total Knee Arthroplasty at the Academy meeting.
Patient Testimonial
Dr. Wertz patient and ConforMIS knee recipient Kathryn Zumsteg tells her story: “I have had an AK left leg prosthesis for the past 60 years. Therefore my remaining right knee became bone on bone from wear & tear. I was very reluctant to let anyone cut on my only knee. I worked with Dr, Wertz for the past 9 years to keep my right knee pain-free with shots, He was so kind and understanding. I was always active in sports before amputation & remained active as best I could after. I had my 80th birthday in April and after walking several days in Washington DC I decided it was time. I trusted Dr, Wertz and his staff completely. I followed their instructions with a month of therapy before surgery and a month of therapy after the surgery. The surgery went great. A few hours after the surgery I was up and in 2 weeks was back playing bell in the choir at church. No pain anytime. Dr. Wertz and his staff had prepared me completely. My father always taught me to be pushy but my success even with my limitations is because of Dr, Wertz and his staff.”
Knee Care Expertise
Dr. Wertz has over 20 years of experience performing knee replacement surgeries. While he has performed thousands of procedures in his career, he still treats every patient as an individual, deserving of a personalized treatment plan that matches their individual goals. Dr. Wertz will always consider non-surgical options for care before recommending surgery – such as injections, medication and physical therapy. When surgery is required, Dr. Wertz prefers ConforMIS Customized Knee Implants, which are customized for each patient using their own CT scan.
Education and Background
Dr. Wertz earned his medical degree at Case Western Reserve University in 1982. From 1982 until 1983, Dr. Wertz completed his internship in general surgery at the University of Vermont. He trained to become an orthopedic surgeon at the University of Vermont in 1983, completing his training in 1987. Today, Dr. Wertz is a respected speaker and instructor at industry events. At the Academy of Orthopedic Surgery (AAOS) Dr. Wertz has been a Moderator. He has been an instructor in Total Knee Arthroplasty at the Academy meeting.
Patient Testimonial
Dr. Wertz patient and ConforMIS knee recipient Kathryn Zumsteg tells her story: “I have had an AK left leg prosthesis for the past 60 years. Therefore my remaining right knee became bone on bone from wear & tear. I was very reluctant to let anyone cut on my only knee. I worked with Dr, Wertz for the past 9 years to keep my right knee pain-free with shots, He was so kind and understanding. I was always active in sports before amputation & remained active as best I could after. I had my 80th birthday in April and after walking several days in Washington DC I decided it was time. I trusted Dr, Wertz and his staff completely. I followed their instructions with a month of therapy before surgery and a month of therapy after the surgery. The surgery went great. A few hours after the surgery I was up and in 2 weeks was back playing bell in the choir at church. No pain anytime. Dr. Wertz and his staff had prepared me completely. My father always taught me to be pushy but my success even with my limitations is because of Dr, Wertz and his staff.”
