Samir Mehta

Dr. Samir Mehta is Chief, Division of Orthopedic Trauma and Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. A graduate of Northwestern University and Temple University School of Medicine, he completed his internship and orthopedic surgery residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, followed by research fellowship at University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and orthopedic trauma fellowship at Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington. Dr. Mehta has been recognized by the Best Doctors in America, 2009-2010 and 2011-2012. Dr. Mehta conducts research in several domains, having published more than 100 papers ranging on topics from fracture healing, nonunions, health policy, education, clinical care, and quality improvement. Over the years, he has also been awarded numerous grants, including industry grants and two grants from the Department of Defense. Dr. Mehta holds numerous honors and awards, including DeForest Willard Award for Best Graduating Resident, University of Pennsylvania Department of Orthopedic Surgery and ASIA/Synthes Research Award.