Aaron Mates, M.D.Board-certified Foot & Ankle Surgeon Fellowship-trained in Sports Medicine

Dr. Mates is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in comprehensive lower extremity care, including knee, ankle and foot conditions. His philosophy is to approach each patient as if they were a family member, believing that the cornerstone of great outcomes is beginning with the correct diagnosis. From there, he begins the process of healing in a comprehensive and inclusive manner to return the patient to sports and life as soon as possible, using surgery as a last resort.

Dr. Mates's education includes an undergraduate degree in Biomedical Sciences, a Master of Science in Microbial Genetics, and an MD with research honors in Cartilage. He completed his residency in Orthopedics and a fellowship in Sports Medicine and Foot and Ankle surgery from the Andrews Institute. He serves as a team physician for the Denver Broncos and the Toronto Blue Jays. He also serves as a team consultant to the Tampa Bay Rays, New York Yankees, Atlanta Braves, and Philadelphia Phillies. Dr. Mates is a paid consultant for implant design and medical education for Stryker, Vilex, Protect 3D, and Curonix. In this national role, he teaches physicians and designs next-generation implants.