
Overview
"Jay Christensen is a board-certified orthopedic surgery physician. He obtained his undergraduate degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, IL and earned his medical degree from Rush Medical College in Chicago, IL. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and his fellowship in sports medicine at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville Dr. Christensen's practice is focused on knee ligament construction including ACL and PCL reconstruction, meniscal repair and transplantation, patellar instability, focal cartilage restoration, and osteotomies of the knee. He also performs shoulder surgery including shoulder replacement and shoulder arthroscopy (including rotator cuff repair, instability, and proximal biceps issues), Achilles tendon repair, exertional compartment syndrome, hamstring repairs, and distal biceps repairs. He also treats bursitis, tendonitis, and strains and sprains. Dr. Christensen is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Christensen also covers the La Follette football games during the fall season. In his free time, Dr. Christensen enjoys spending time with his wife, who is also in healthcare, their daughter, and their two dogs. He also enjoys hiking, working out, playing sports, and watching University of Wisconsin athletics and Chicago sports teams. Their family likes to travel when possible. A couple of their favorite locations were Iceland and Banff, Alberta, Canada because they are great outdoor areas with wonderful people where one can get lost and enjoy all that nature has to offer. ""It is important that patients feel like they have been heard. Addressing their concerns and including them in shared decision making helps to develop the best course to treat the problem at hand. Each patient deserves an individualized treatment plan."" - Jay Christensen, MD".
His clinical expertise encompasses Septic Arthritis, Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, and Hip Replacement.
Dr. Christensen is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board Of Orthopaedics/Sports Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , and Wisconsin Medical Examining Board. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.
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1211 Fish Hatchery Road, Madison, WI 53715
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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John Wilson, MD, MS, is a UW Health sports medicine doctor. He’s also an associate professor in the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. In addition, he serves as a team physician for the University of Wisconsin Badgers.Dr. Wilson diagnoses and treats individuals of all skill levels with conditions such as arthritis, fractures, overuse injuries and tendinitis (inflamed tendons). Treating chronic (ongoing) conditions and sudden injuries, Dr. Wilson helps people safely return to sports. He guides athletes toward personalized achievement and treatment goals. He works closely with patients and specialists, including physical therapists, rehabilitation doctors, diagnostic imaging experts and others.As an athlete, Dr. Wilson understands the emotional challenges of sports injuries. His holistic approach includes addressing both physical and mental health concerns. Through preventive education and care, he helps athletes improve performance and reduce injury risks.Dr. Wilson also researches tendinopathy (chronic tendon degeneration). His team studies biologics (treatments developed from living organisms), such as platelet-rich plasma (concentrated blood protein) that stimulates healing.Outside of work, Dr. Wilson coaches high school football and enjoys his sons’ sports, theater and musical activities.It’s really rewarding to develop relationships with my patients over the years and to see them achieve their goals and get back to their favorite activities. Dr. Wilson is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, and Bursitis. Dr. Wilson is board certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jay Christensen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jay Christensen?
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Is Dr. Jay Christensen a top-rated expert for Septic Arthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jay Christensen is classified as an Experienced expert for Septic Arthritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Jay Christensen specialize in?
While Dr. Jay Christensen is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Septic Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Frozen Shoulder. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Jay Christensen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jay Christensen has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Septic Arthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Jay Christensen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jay Christensen accept my insurance?
Dr. Jay Christensen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-294-6464 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Frozen ShoulderDr. Christensen isExperienced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Christensen isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Christensen isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Septic ArthritisDr. Christensen isExperienced. Learn about Septic Arthritis.


