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Steven Arthur Olson

Goldner Jones Distinguished Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery
DUMC Box 104002, Durham, NC 27710
311 Trent Drive, Durham, NC 27710

Overview


As an Orthopedic Surgeon my primary focus of research is joint preservation. My primary clinical interests are Orthopedic Trauma and Hip Reconstruction.

In Orthopedic Trauma my research interests are 1) Basic science investigations of articular fractures with two current animal models in use. 2) Clinical research includes evaluation of techniques to reduce and stabilize articular fractures, as well as management of open fractures.

In the area of Hip Reconstruction my areas of research are 1) Hip Arthroscopy and treatment of hip disorders, and treatment of labral tears in the treatment of hip pain. 2) Periacetabular osteotomy for the treatment of hip dysplasia.

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Goldner Jones Distinguished Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery · 2022 - Present Orthopaedic Surgery, Clinical Science Departments
Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery · 2007 - Present Orthopaedic Surgery, Clinical Science Departments
Affiliate of the Duke Regeneration Center · 2021 - Present Duke Regeneration Center, Basic Science Departments

In the News


Published May 18, 2022
University Awards 24 New Distinguished Professorships
Published December 21, 2017
How 3-D Printing is Changing Surgical Care at Duke

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Recent Publications


Does Stem Design Affect the Incidence of Periprosthetic Femoral Fractures in Arthroplasty for Femoral Neck Fractures? A Secondary Analysis of the HEALTH Trial.

Journal Article J Arthroplasty · February 18, 2025 BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to evaluate how stem design influences the risk of periprosthetic femoral fractures (PFFs) after hemiarthroplasty (HA) and total hip arthroplasty for femoral neck fractures. METHODS: We performed a secondary analysis o ... Full text Link to item Cite

Predicting 90-day return to the emergency department in orthopaedic trauma patients in the Southeastern USA: a machine-learning approach.

Journal Article Inj Prev · January 21, 2025 INTRODUCTION: Return-to-acute-care metrics, such as early emergency department (ED) visits, are key indicators of healthcare quality, with ED returns following surgery often considered avoidable and costly events. Proactively identifying patients at high r ... Full text Link to item Cite

The Role of Sleep Apnea in Postoperative Neurocognitive Disorders Among Older Noncardiac Surgery Patients: A Prospective Cohort Study.

Journal Article Anesth Analg · January 1, 2025 BACKGROUND: Obstructive sleep apnea is associated with increased dementia risk, yet its role in postoperative neurocognitive disorders is unclear. Here, we studied whether the severity of untreated obstructive sleep apnea is associated with the severity of ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Recent Grants


Boston Children's/UCLA/Duke Next Generation Regeneration for Osteoarthritis (BUD NextGenRegen for OA)

ResearchInvestigator · Awarded by Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health · 2024 - 2029

Lower Extremity Shaft Nail Registry (LESN)

Clinical TrialPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Medical Device Business Services, Inc. · 2022 - 2025

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Education, Training & Certifications


University of Missouri, Columbia · 1986 M.D.