
Overview
Timothy Vanderbilt is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He graduated with honors in civil engineering from the United States Military Academy in West Point, NY. His medical degree is from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, where he also graduated with honors. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, WI. After graduation he served on active duty in the Air Force and completed a 3-year fellowship in orthopaedic traumatology and arthroplasty at the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Vanderbilt's practice is focused on musculoskeletal traumatic injuries of the extremities and pelvis. He also has an interest in deformity correction, limb lengthening, and surgical treatment of osteomyelitis. Dr. Vanderbilt is a member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and the Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons. Vanderbilt served a total of 9 years on active duty in the Air Force including two deployments to Afghanistan in 2015 and 2018. He has also participated in multiple medical missions to India, Uganda, and the Dominican Republic. In his time away from work, Dr. Vanderbilt enjoys hunting and fishing. While stationed in Alaska he developed a passion for mountain hunting. He's been lucky enough to do 10 hunts in Alaska over the past 5 years and plans to return every year. I love my job. Beyond the technical aspects of my work, I really enjoy the relationships that develop by walking alongside my patients. Trauma and surgery are scary, so I do my best to make sure each patient and their family members feel reassured that they're in good hands. I treat each patient like I would want my family member to be treated. - Timothy Vanderbilt, MD.
Dr. Vanderbilt is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Osteomyelitis, Hip Replacement, and Tenotomy.
Dr. Vanderbilt is board certified in Wisconsin Medical Examining Board, American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery , and Drug Enforcement Administration . He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1211 Fish Hatchery Road, Madison, WI 53715
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Vanderbilt has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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University Hospital
Herbert Chen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Chen is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.
East Madison Hospital Endocrine Surgery Clinic
Rebecca Sippel, MD, is a UW Health surgeon. She’s also a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in the Department of Surgery.Dr. Sippel treats people with disorders involving their hormones and the endocrine glands that make those hormones. She performs surgery on the thyroid (small gland at the base of the neck), parathyroid (pea-sized glands behind the thyroid) and adrenal glands (on top of the kidneys).Dr. Sippel has a special interest in treating people who need a second parathyroid surgery to correct a procedure performed elsewhere. She also manages thyroid cancer and works to help her patients live high-quality lives.When meeting with patients, Dr. Sippel listens closely as they describe their symptoms. She considers their test results and makes a diagnosis. Then, she educates her patients about their endocrine conditions. She answers questions and outlines treatment options, either surgical or nonsurgical, so they can make the best decisions about their care.To help ensure successful outcomes for her patients, Dr. Sippel also conducts research involving endocrine surgery.Away from the clinic, Dr. Sippel enjoys spending time with her family.It’s so rewarding to see patients after surgery and find out how much better they feel. Dr. Sippel is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Sippel is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Sippel is currently accepting new patients.
University Hospital Orthopedic Trauma Clinic
Dr. Binkley’s primary research focuses are osteoporosis and nutrition. Dr. Binkley is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Fractured Spine, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Binkley is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Binkley is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Timothy P. Vanderbilt
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy P. Vanderbilt?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Timothy P. Vanderbilt by calling their office at 608-294-6464. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Timothy P. Vanderbilt a top-rated expert for Hip Replacement?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Timothy P. Vanderbilt is classified as an Advanced expert for Hip Replacement, 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. Timothy P. Vanderbilt specialize in?
While Dr. Timothy P. Vanderbilt is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Hip Replacement, Tenotomy, and Infectious Arthritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Timothy P. Vanderbilt participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Timothy P. Vanderbilt has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hip Replacement. You can view a list of Dr. Timothy P. Vanderbilt's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Timothy P. Vanderbilt accept my insurance?
Dr. Timothy P. Vanderbilt accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-294-6464 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Hip ReplacementDr. Vanderbilt isAdvanced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
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- Infectious ArthritisDr. Vanderbilt isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- SynovectomyDr. Vanderbilt isExperienced. Learn about Synovectomy.
- TenotomyDr. Vanderbilt isExperienced. Learn about Tenotomy.

