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Matthew Steffes, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon proudly serving his patients at Dearborn and Livonia Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Dearborn and Livonia, Michigan.

Dr. Steffes graduated from Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Michigan, and received his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. His later training includes completing his orthopedic surgery residency through Wayne State University at Detroit Medical Center in Detroit.

Dr. Steffes is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, and he is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He has affiliations with Dearborn Surgery Center in Dearborn, Corewell Hospital in Dearborn and Trinity Health Hospital in Livonia.

Dr. Steffes specializes in the treatment of a wide range of orthopedic conditions. He has the expertise and experience to perform wide-ranging procedures, including general orthopedics, orthopedic fracture care, arthroscopic surgery, ligament tendon repair, and total joint replacements for the hip, knee, and shoulder.

Dr. Steffes has over 20 years of experience in all aspects of orthopedics. He evaluates his patients at every appointment amd he does not use physician assistants or residents in the office.  Rapid scheduling is often available for urgent conditions.

Orthopedic surgeon Douglas Plagens, MD, carries multiple areas of expertise into his work at Dearborn and Livonia Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Dearborn and Livonia, Michigan. 

Dr. Plagens attended the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and went on to receive his medical degree, complete his internship, and finish his orthopedic surgery residency at Detroit Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan, through Wayne State University School of Medicine. 

He then completed an orthopedic sports medicine fellowship through Wayne State University at Detroit Medical Center.

Board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Plagens is a member of the American Medical Association. He has served as the orthopedic surgeon for the NHL’s Detroit Red Wings since 2005.

Dr. Plagens’ hospital affiliations include Dearborn Surgery Center in Dearborn; Corewell Hospital in Dearborn; Trinity Health Hospital in Livonia; and DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital in Detroit.

Dr. Plagens treats a wide range of orthopedic conditions, performing many orthopedic procedures when necessary, including general orthopedics, orthopedic fracture care, arthroscopic surgery, ligament tendon repair, and total joint replacements for the hip, knee, and shoulder.

Gregory Housner, MD, a highly skilled physician and a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Dearborn and Livonia Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Dearborn and Livonia, Michigan.

Dr. Housner graduated from Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, and went on to receive his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. He then completed both his internship and his orthopedic surgery residency at Detroit Medical Center through Wayne State University.

Dr. Housner gained board certification through the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and Michigan Orthopaedic Society. He is affiliated with Dearborn Surgery Center in Dearborn,  Corewell Hospital in Dearborn and Trinity Health Hospital in Livonia, Michigan.

He specializes in the treatment of a variety of orthopedic conditions and performs several related procedures if needed, including general orthopedics, total joint replacements, orthopedic fracture care, arthroscopic surgery, and ligament tendon repair.

Dr. Housner looks forward to seeing returning patients and welcoming new ones.

Christopher J. McMellen, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, joint preservation, and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He provides compassionate care to patients at Livonia Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Dearborn and Livonia, Michigan

Dr. McMellen earned his Doctor of Medicine from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, graduating with Alpha Omega Alpha honors and ranking among the top of his class. He then completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio, where he gained extensive experience in the diagnosis and surgical management of shoulder, knee, hip, and foot injuries.

An active researcher, Dr. McMellen has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications on topics including ACL reconstruction, shoulder arthroplasty, Achilles tendon repair, and wearable technology in sports injury prevention. His contributions to orthopedic research have been featured in leading journals such as The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery and the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine.

Dedicated to patient-centered care, Dr. McMellen combines cutting-edge techniques with personalized treatment plans to help athletes and active individuals recover and return to peak performance. He is a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and the American Medical Association.

Jeffrey Waldrop, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who offers the highest quality of care for his patients in and around Dearborn, Michigan, at Dearborn and Livonia Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. 

He attended the University of Michigan-Dearborn in Dearborn, Michigan, before receiving his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan.

Dr. Waldrop then went on to complete his internship and orthopedic surgery residency at Medical College of Ohio, which later merged with the University of Toledo in Toledo, Ohio. 

Backed by his board certification through the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Waldrop is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the Michigan Orthopaedic Society. He also has affiliations with Dearborn Surgery Center in Dearborn,  Corewell Hospital in Dearborn and Trinity Health Hospital in Livonia.

Dr. Waldrop specializes in the treatment of a variety of orthopedic conditions and performs several orthopedic procedures, including general orthopedics, orthopedic fracture care, arthroscopic surgery, ligament tendon repair, and total joint replacements for the hip, knee, and shoulder.

Accidents happen. At Orthopedics On Demand you can see an orthopedic specialist right away by utilizing our walk-in services or make an appointment at your convenience. Skip the long ER and urgent care waits and unnecessary bills and get back to your life quicker! Orthopedics On Demand is owned and operated by physicians and is not affiliated with a healthcare system. We started Orthopedics on Demand to focus more on direct patient care and individualized treatment plans for our patients without the confines of a hospital setting.

Blake Fenkell, DO, is a patient-focused orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist who uses the most up-to-date modern resources to provide outstanding care to his Troy, Michigan area patients. At his self-titled practice, Dr. Fenkell and his team treat musculoskeletal pain, including ankle, knee, elbow, wrist, hip, and shoulder pain. He specializes in sports injuries and diseases that affect the joints, including arthritis. Dr. Fenkell, a native of Metro Detroit, earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He attended medical school at Michigan State University. He completed his orthopedic surgery residency through Beaumont Health System and then finished up an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship through University of Missouri Health Care, in Columbia, Missouri. During his fellowship training, he served as a doctor for the University of Missouri athletes.

Dr. Ronald Lederman received his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. He is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with an additional year of fellowship training in lower extremity orthopedics. Practicing since 1994, Dr. Lederman is a leader in general orthopedics, including sports medicine, arthroscopy, and joint replacement surgery. He specializes in foot, ankle, and knee surgery, including minimally invasive total and partial knee replacements, and he has extensive experience treating shoulder and hand conditions, including rotator cuff tears and carpal tunnel syndrome. Dr. Lederman uses the latest technology and minimally invasive surgical procedures to reduce downtime and pain and return patients to the activities they enjoy.

Dr. Michael Fleischman is joining LKO in February of 2024. Dr. Fleischman is a board certified and fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon with extensive experience in robotic and rapid recovery joint replacement, revision joint replacement, minimally invasive and arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery, and non-operative treatment options such as stem cell, PRP, and painless joint injections. Even though Dr. Fleischman’s surgical practice involves the most cutting edge and scientifically proven technology, the individual attention that he gives to each patient is often referred to as “an old school doctor’s” mentality. He is here to educate you about your orthopedic medical problems, and you will feel well taken care of with his team approach to caring for you.

Dr. Kwartowitz has extensive experience in orthopedics and sports medicine. He prides himself on using the latest technology and the best minimally invasive surgical procedures to help patients return to the activities that they enjoy with minimal downtime and pain.

Dr. O'Keefe's primary field of interest is sports medicine and joint preservation in the active patient. He is fellowship trained in orthopedic sports medicine with experience in knee and shoulder arthroscopy, trauma care, fractures, osteoarthritis (OA) and joint replacement.