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###  Matthew Christian MD, FAAOS 

Orthopaedic Surgeon

4.96 / 5 (382 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)

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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 actually came for an appointment 1 month early, and they were able to see me. I was delighted with my visit with Dr. Christian because he took his time with me and told me to stop my laser treatments because they were doing more harm than good! 

Patient Submitted Review By:

###### Jean &.

May 1, 2026

#####  Dr Christian is a dedicated and gifted surgeon and an exceptional person. I could not be happier with his care. 

Patient Submitted Review By:

April 30, 2026

#####  Dr. Christian was very thorough when explaining my surgical options. 

Patient Submitted Review By:

April 30, 2026

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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 

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