--- title: "Matthew Christian, MD, FAAOS - Orthopaedic Surgeon" description: "Christian’s primary interests include orthopaedic foot and ankle sports medicine, ankle arthroplasty/joint replacement, and foot reconstruction. He received training in pediatric orthopaedics at both the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center and the University of Maryland Children’s Hospital. Christian then completed a one-year Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Fellowship at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, covering all aspects of foot and ankle reconstruction, conditions, injury and trauma care." date_modified: "2026-06-22T04:06:14-04:00" --- [Back to Providers](https://osshealth.com/providers) ### Matthew Christian MD, FAAOS Orthopaedic Surgeon 4.96 / 5 (391 Ratings) ###### Specialties - - [Foot & Ankle Pain Treatments](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment) - [General Foot & Ankle Pain](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/general-foot-or-ankle-pain) - [Foot & Ankle Arthritis](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/foot-ankle-arthritis) - [Ankle Sprains](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/ankle-sprains) - [Ankle Fracture](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/ankle-fracture) - [Achilles Tendonitis](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/achilles-tendonitis) - [Bone Spurs](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/bone-spurs) - [Bunions](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/bunions) - [Flat Feet](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/flat-feet) - [Plantar Fasciitis](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/plantar-fasciitis) - [Stress Fracture](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/stress-fracture) - [Ankle Arthroscopy](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/ankle-arthroscopy) - [Bunionectomy](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/bunionectomy) - [Total Ankle Replacement](https://osshealth.com/treatment-areas/foot-ankle-pain-treatment/total-ankle-replacement) ###### Locations - [OSS Health Mechanicsburg](https://osshealth.com/locations/oss-health-mechanicsburg) - [OSS Health Powder Mill](https://osshealth.com/locations/oss-health-main-campus) - [OSS Orthopaedic Hospital](https://osshealth.com/locations/oss-orthopaedic-hospital) - [OSS Health Enola](https://osshealth.com/locations/oss-health-west-shore) - [Overview](#overview) - [About Me](#about-me) - [Testimonials](#testimonials) - [Provider Background](#provider-background) - [Videos](#videos) [Schedule An Appointment](https://www.medentmobile.com/portal/index.php?practice_id=3y98FvcQ&main_section=online_schedule_start&locid=0) Get to Know ## Dr. Matthew Christian Matthew Christian, MD is an orthopaedic surgeon with specialized fellowship training in foot and ankle disorders. Dr. Christian’s primary interests include orthopaedic foot and ankle sports medicine, ankle arthroplasty/joint replacement, and foot reconstruction. He has a unique background in the treatment of arthritis, limb salvage, deformity, length discrepancies, and pediatric foot and ankle issues. In addition, Dr. Christian specializes in orthopaedic trauma. During his residency at University of Maryland Medical Center/R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore, Maryland, Dr. Christian provided Sports Medicine coverage to the varsity sports teams at The University of Maryland, College Park, as well as numerous Maryland high schools. He received training in pediatric orthopaedics at both the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center and the University of Maryland Children’s Hospital. In addition, he received training in congenital and post-traumatic limb deformity at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopaedics International Center for Limb Lengthening. Dr. Christian then completed a one-year Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Fellowship at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, covering all aspects of foot and ankle reconstruction, conditions, injury and trauma care. In his leisure time, Dr. Christian enjoys spending time with his wife, Kaci, and his three children. He enjoys the outdoors, running, and is a competitive racquet sport player. Testimonials ## What Patients Are Saying ##### I went to doc Christen for a second opinion and I'm glad I did he went over everything I needed to know for ankle replacement surgery and I'm getting surgery in a week, hoping all goes well Patient Submitted Review By: June 20, 2026 ##### Dr Christian is very professional,has excellent bedside manner and tells you very clearly the why behind everyone, he has operated both on me and my daughter in law. Highly recommend! Patient Submitted Review By: June 18, 2026 ##### Fast service..professional Nd caring Patient Submitted Review By: June 17, 2026 [See All Reviews](https://osshealth.com/providers/matthew-christian/p2) Certifications & Accreditations ## Provider Background Medical School - University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD Fellowship - Institute for Foot and Ankle Reconstruction at Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD Residency - University of Maryland Medical Center/R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Baltimore, MD Affiliations - American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society - American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons - American Orthopaedic Association – Emerging Leadership Program - Orthopaedic Trauma Association - Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society - Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Medical Society - American Medical Association - Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation ## Videos [##### Welcome to OSS Health](https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/3DhxYUspO3A) Need Orthopaedic Services? ## Schedule An Appointment For your convenience, we have a number of ways you can schedule an appointment at OSS Health. Schedule your appointment online or make an appointment by calling today. [Schedule An Appointment](https://www.medentmobile.com/portal/index.php?practice_id=3y98FvcQ&main_section=online_schedule_start&locid=0) OR CALL [(717) 848-4800](tel:17178484800)