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Christopher D. Joyce, M.D.Fellowship Trained Orthopaedic SurgeonShoulder & Elbow Surgeon

Dr. Joyce is a fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon that specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery. He attended University of Illinois for his undergraduate degree and the Ohio State University for medical school. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at University of Colorado and went on to do an additional year of shoulder and elbow fellowship training at the Rothman Institute at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. He previously worked in private practice in Colorado prior to joining the University of Utah.

Dr. Joyce treats all conditions of the shoulder and elbow. He specializes in open and minimally invasive arthroscopic treatments for arthritis, rotator cuff and other tendon injuries, overuse disorders, instability, and fracture care. He has a particular interest in caring for patients with complex problems that involve failed previous surgeries, bone or joint deformities, and irreparable tendon tears.

Dr. Joyce believes that research is integral to improving patient care, and he remains actively involved through presenting and publishing original articles, review papers, and book chapters. In his free time, Dr. Joyce enjoys running, rock climbing, and spending time with his wife and three daughters.

Education

  • Fellowship - 2019-2020

    Rothman Orthopaedic Institute at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
    Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, July 2020

  • Residency - 2014-2019

    University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
    Department of Orthopedics, June 2019

  • Medical School - 2010-2014

    Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
    Doctor of Medicine, May 2014

  • Undergraduate - 2005-2009

    University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, IL
    Bachelor of Science in General Engineering, May 2009

Honors, Awards & Recognitions

  • Recognition by Orthopedics This Week as a “Fellow to Watch”
    2021

Research

  • ASES Neer Award Finalist for Best Paper
    2020
  • University of Colorado Research Symposium & D'Ambrosia Diversity Lectureship Best Poster Finalist
    2019
  • University of Colorado Research Day Best Poster Award
    2015

Residency

  • Chief Resident of the Year
    2019
  • Administrative Chief Resident
    2018-2019
  • AOA C. McCollister Evarts Resident Leadership Forum Nominee
    2018
  • Denver Health Hospital Best Individual Consultant Award
    2016
  • Highest Resident Orthopedic In-Training Examination Score
    2016, 2018

Medical School

  • Landacre Honor Society for Excellence in Medical Research
    2012-2014
  • Gold Humanism Honor Society
    2013-2014
  • Outstanding Academic Merit Scholarship
    2010-2012
  • Excellence in Volunteering Community Service Award
    2011-2012
  • Medical Student Research Scholarship
    2011

Professional Affiliations

  • American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons
    Candidate Member
    2020-Present
  • American Orthopaedic Association
    Emerging Leaders Member
    2018-Present
  • Western Orthopaedic Association
    Member
    2016-2019
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
    Candidate Member
    2014-Present

Team Coverage Experience

  • Team Physician, Denver Public Schools (football, wrestling)

Volunteer Work

  • Special Olympics Ohio, Columbus, OH
    Swim team head coach, track and field assistant coach
    2010-2014
  • MD Camp, Columbus, OH
    Lecturer and recruiter for underprivileged high school students
    2010-2011
  • Teaching Assistant and Tutor, Urbana-Champaign, IL
    Introductory engineering class educator at University of Illinois
    2008-2009

Peer Reviewed Publications

  1. Joyce CD, Patel M, Singh A, Stone MA, Horneff JG, Austin L, Lazarus M. Fixed versus variable angle humeral neck cut in anatomic shoulder arthroplasty: a prospective randomized trial. Accepted to JSES.
  2. Joyce CD, Gutman MJ, Hill BW, Singh A, Abboud J, Namdari S. Radiographic severity may not be associated with pain and function in glenohumeral arthritis. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2022 Feb 1;480(2):354-363.
  3. Gutman MJ, Joyce CD, Baruch DE, Horvath YM, Zmitowski B, Harding ML, Abboud JA, Williams GR, Namdari S. Outcomes of nonoperative management of acromial stress fractures after reverse shoulder arthroplasty. Seminars in Arthroplasty: JSES. 2021;31(3):596-602.
  4. Joyce CD, Jones SD, Seidl AJ. Displaced os acromiale fracture in the setting of massive irreparable rotator cuff tear. Orthopedics Today. 2021 Aug.
  5. Gutman MJ, Joyce CD, Patel MS, Kirsch JM, Gutman BS, Abboud JA, Namdari S, Ramsey ML. Early repair of traumatic rotator cuff tears improves functional outcomes. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2021 Nov;30(11):2475-2483.
  6. Gutman MJ, Joyce CD, Patel M, Lazarus M, Horneff JG. Outcomes following different fixation strategies of Neer type IIB distal clavicle fractures. Arch Bone Jt Surg. 2022; 10(2):160-165.
  7. Cronin KJ, Kirsch JM, Gates S, Patel MS, Joyce CD, Hill BW, Gutman MJ, Williams GR, Namdari S. Three-dimensional measures of posterior bone loss and retroversion in Walch B2 glenoids predict the need for an augmented anatomic glenoid component. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2021 Oct;30(10):2386-2392.
  8. Gutman MJ, Gutman BS, Joyce CD, Kirsch JM, Sherman M, Namdari S. Performance in major league baseball pitchers after surgical treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome. Phys Sportsmed. 2021 Mar 21;1-6.
  9. Seidl AJ, Joyce CD. Acute fractures of the glenoid. J Am Acad Orthop Surg. 2020 Nov. 28(22) e978-e987.
  10. Joyce CD, Seidl A, Boileau P. Concept of neutral rotation sling for non-operative treatment of proximal humerus fractures. Ann Joint 2020.
  11. Joyce CD, Abboud J. Glenoid fractures, which ones can be fixed through the scope? Ann Joint 2020.
  12. Axibal DP, Joyce CD, Houck DA, Logterman SL, Moeller EA, Frank RM, Vidal AF. Accuracy of correction and postoperative complications associated with a PEEK opening wedge high tibial osteotomy implant. Orthop J Sports Med. 2020 Jul 8(7 suppl6).
  13. Alfonso NA, Ryan W, Baldini T, Reiter M, Joyce C, Mauffrey C. Fixation of transverse acetabular fractures with precontoured plates alone causes fracture malreduction: a biomechanical assessment. J Orthop Trauma. 2020 Feb;34(2):89-94.
  14. Ryan W, Alfonso NA, Baldini T, Kumparatana P, Reiter M, Joyce C, Wei C, Zhang Y, Mauffrey C. Precontoured quadrilateral surface acetabular plate fixation demonstrates increased stability when compared with pelvic reconstruction plates: a biomechanical study. J Orthop Trauma. 2019 Sep; 33(9):e325-e330.
  15. Dunn RH, Joyce CD, Bravman JT. Biomechanics of subscapularis repair techniques in shoulder arthroplasty. J Shoulder Elbow Arthroplast. 2019 May; 3:1-10.
  16. Joyce CD, Seidl AJ. Managing acromial fractures: prevention and treatment, both nonoperative and operative. Ann Joint. 2019 Jan; 4:1.
  17. D’Hooghe PD, Joyce CD, Hunt KJ, Kaux JF. Concomitant injuries in chronic ankle instability. Clin Res Foot Ankle. 2018 Nov 22;6(3):281.
  18. Joyce C, HarwoodJL, Glassman AH. Catastrophic failure of an acetabular total hip arthroplasty component mimicking a posterior Arthroplast Today. 2016 Oct 20;3(1):7-11.
  19. Joyce CD, RandallKL, Mariscalco MW, Magnussen RA, Flanigan DC. Bone-patellar tendon-bone versus soft tissue allograft for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a systematic review. Arthroscopy. 2016 Feb;32(2):394-402.
  20. Joyce CD, MitchellJJ, Munkwitz MA, Rylander LS. Management of massive bone loss in infected reverse shoulder arthroplasty utilizing an articulating hip antibiotic spacer: a case report. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2015 Jun;24(6): e169-e174.
  21. Dogan F, Joyce C, Vaughey JT. Formation of silicon local environments upon annealing for silicon anodes: a 29Si solid state NMR study. J Electrochemical Society.2013;160(2):A312-A319.
  22. Joyce C, Trahey L, BauerS, Dogan F, Vaughey JT. Metallic copper binders for lithium-ion battery silicon electrodes. J Electrochemical Society. 2012 May 2;159(6): A909-A914.
  23. Joyce CD, McIntyre T, Simmons S, LaDuca H, Breitzer JG, Lopez CM, Jansen AN, Vaughey J. Synthesis and electrochemical evaluation of an amorphous titanium dioxide derived from a solid state precursor. J Power Sources. 2010 April 2;195(7):2064-2068.

Publications Under Peer Review

  1. Hill BW, Churchill R, Carducci M, Joyce CD, Kirsch J, Bassora R, Brosnick D, Kowalski M, Alberta F, Byram I, Thomas JR, Cohen SB, Rauch J, Jawa A, Abboud JA. Accuracy of magnetic resonance imaging compared with computed tomography for glenoid version when the medial border of the scapula is not visualized. Submitted to JSES
  2. Joyce CD, Harper T, Sherman, M, Botros J, Getz CL, Namdari S, Davis D. Shoulder Synovitis does not affect pain after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. Submitted to ABJS
  3. Hill BW, Singh A, Joyce CD, Gutman MJ, Williams GR, Namdari S. Preoperative radiographic glenohumeral osteoarthritis severity associated with patient reported outcomes measures after anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty. Submitted to JSES.
  4. Joyce CD, Patel M, Gutman MJ, Ramsey ML. Olecranon fracture fixation with tension band construct in total elbow arthroplasty. Submitted to JHS
  5. Roberts J, Joyce CD, Trizno A, Heare T, Donaldson N. Vertebra plana is not pathognomonic for eosinophilic granuloma: a case series of vertebra plana in biopsy proven CRMO. Submitted to JPO.

Book Chapters

  1. Joyce CD, Abboud JA. Rotator Cuff Tear Arthropathy. Book chapter in “Shoulder and Elbow review” edited by Murthi A, Chebli C. Springer. In production
  2. Joyce CD, Namdari S. Anatomy of the elbow: from medial to lateral and everything in between. Book chapter in “Sports-Related Condition of the Elbow: a Guide to Successful Return to Play”. Submitted, under review
  3. Joyce CD, Getz CL. Arthroscopic Latarjet. Book chapter for the Minimally Invasive Surgery issue of “Orthopedic Clinics of North America” edited by Azar FM. Elsevier. July 2020; 51(3):373-382.
  4. Joyce CD, Ziegler D, Dahab K, Bravman JT. Humerus. Book chapter in “Sports-related Fractures, Dislocations, and Trauma: Advanced On- and Off-field Management” edited by Khodaee M, Waterbrook AL, Gammons M. Springer. 2020; 15:181-200.
  5. Joyce CD, Mayo MM, Vidal AF. ACL graft choices in the female athlete. Book chapter in “ACL Injuries in Female Athletes” edited by West R, Bryant B. Elsevier. 2018 Dec 14; 5:31-36.

Patents

  1. Vaughey John T., Jansen, Andrew, & Joyce, Christopher D. (2017, May 9). Amorphous titania/carbon composite electrode materials. United States. Retrieved from http://www.osti.gov/scitech/servlets/puri/1356194

Research Presentations

  1. Gutman MJ, Kohan E, Hendy B, Joyce CD, Vaughan A, Namdari S. Factors associated with functional improvement after posteriorly augmented total shoulder arthroplasty. Podium Presentation. AAOS Annual meeting. Chicago, IL. March 2022
  2. Joyce CD, Patel M, Singh A, Stone MA, Horneff JG, Austin L, Lazarus M. Fixed versus variable angle humeral neck cut in anatomic shoulder arthroplasty: a prospective randomized trial. ASES Annual Meeting. Podium Presentation. Tampa, FL. October 2021
  3. Gutman MJ, Joyce CD, Baruch DE, Horvath YM, Zmitowski B, Harding ML, Abboud JA, Williams GR, Namdari S. Outcomes of nonoperative management of acromial stress fractures after reverse shoulder arthroplasty. ASES Annual Meeting. Podium Presentation. Tampa, FL. October 2021.
  4. Joyce CD, Patel M, Singh A, Stone MA, Horneff JG, Austin L, Lazarus M. Fixed versus variable angle humeral neck cut in anatomic shoulder arthroplasty: a prospective randomized trial. AAOS Annual Meeting. Podium Presentation. San Diego, CA. September 2021.
  5. Rogers N, Trizno A, Joyce CD, Roberts JL, Donaldson N. Spinal involvement and vertebral deformity in patients with chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis. POSNA Annual Meeting. Dallas, TX. May 2021.
  6. Gutman MJ, Joyce CD, Patel MS, Kirsch JM, Abboud JA, Namdari S, Ramsey ML. Does early repair improve outcomes in traumatic rotator cuff tears? ASES Annual Meeting. Podium presentation and Neer award finalist. October 2020.
  7. Hill BW, Joyce CD, Singh A, Gutman MJ, Williams GR, Namdari S. Preoperative radiographic glenohumeral osteoarthritis associated with patient reported outcomes measures after total shoulder arthroplasty. Thomas Jefferson Resident Research Day. Philadelphia, PA. May 2020.
  8. Joyce CD, Gralla J, Reisenhauer C, Calkins R, Trizno A, Stoneback J. Secondary surgeries following major lower extremity amputations in the pediatric population. Western Orthopedic Association Annual Meeting. Podium Presentation. Monterey, CA. August 2019.
  9. Joyce CD, Gralla J, Reisenhauer C, Calkins R, Trizno A, Stoneback J. Secondary surgeries following major lower extremity amputations in the pediatric population. POSNA Annual Meeting. Podium Presentation. Charlotte, NC. May 2019.
  10. Weston RK, Alfonso NA, Baldini T, Reiter MJ, Joyce CD, Mauffrey C. Quadrilateral surface pre-contoured acetabular plate fixation demonstrates increased stability when compared to pelvic reconstruction plates: a biomechanical study. Orthopaedic Trauma Association Annual Meeting. Podium presentation. Orlando, FL. October 2018.
  11. Alfonso NA, Weston RK, Baldini T, Joyce CD, Reiter MJ, Mauffrey C. Fixation of acetabular fractures with pre-contoured plates alone causes fracture malreduction. Orthopaedic Trauma Association Annual Meeting. Podium presentation. Orlando, FL. October 2018.
  12. Weston RK, Alfonso NA, Baldini T, Reiter MJ, Joyce CD, Mauffrey C. Quadrilateral surface pre-contoured acetabular plate fixation demonstrates increased stability when compared to pelvic reconstruction plates: a biomechanical study. Western Orthopedic Association Annual Meeting. Podium presentation. Orlando, FL. August 2018.
  13. Joyce CD, Dayton M, Somoza F, Sandoval M, Stevens-Lapsley J, Hogan C. Short term functional outcomes in total hip arthroplasty: does approach matter? AAOS Annual Meeting. Podium presentation. New Orleans, LA. March 2018.
  14. Moeller EA, Houck DA, Kraeutler MJ, Logterman SL, Joyce CD, Axibal DP, Vidal AF. Treatment outcomes of iBalance high tibial osteotomies implant system: the effect of correction angles system: the effect of correction angles. Eastern-Atlantic Student Research Forum. Podium presentation. Miami, FL. February 2018.
  15. Joyce CD, Sandoval M, Dayton M, Stevens-Lapsley J, Somoza F, Hogan C. Does approach affect objective functional outcomes in total hip arthroplasty? Western Orthopedic Association Annual Meeting. Podium presentation. Koloa, HI. August 2017.

Posters

  1. Hill BW, Singh A, Gutman MJ, Joyce CD, Abboud JA, Namdari S. Preoperative radiographic glenohumeral osteoarthritis associated with patient reported outcomes measures after total shoulder arthroplasty. AAOS Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL. March 2022
  2. Gutman MJ, Joyce CD, Kirsch JW, Patel MS, Abboud JA, Namdari S, Ramsey ML. Does early rotator cuff repair improve outcomes in traumatic tears? AAOS Annual Meeting. San Diego, CA. September 2021
  3. Hill BW, Churchill R, Carducci M, Joyce CD, Kirsch J, Bassora R, Brosnick D, Kowalski M, Alberta F, Byram I, Thomas JR, Cohen SB, Rauch J, Jawa A, Abboud JA. Accuracy of magnetic resonance imaging compared with computed tomography for glenoid version when the medial border of the scapula is not visualized. ASES Annual Meeting. October 2020.
  4. Joyce CD, Gutman MJ, Baruch DE, Horvath YM, Zmitwoski B, Williams GR, Abboud JA, Namdari S. Outcomes of non-operative management of acromial stress fractures after reverse shoulder arthroplasty. ASES 2020 Virtual Fellows’ Symposium. June 2020.
  5. Axibal DP, Joyce CD, Houck DA, Logterman SL, Frank RM, Vidal AF. Accuracy of correction and postoperative complications associated with PEEK opening edge high tibial osteotomy implant. AOSSM Annual Meeting. Seattle, WA. July 2020.
  6. Joyce CD, Gralla J, Calkins R, Trizno A, Reisenauer C, Stoneback J. Secondary surgeries following major lower extremity amputations in the pediatric population. University of Colorado Inaugural Research Symposium & D’Ambrosia Diversity Lectureship. Aurora, CO. May 2019.
  7. Joyce CD, Dunn RH, Houck DA, Bravman JT, Seidl AJ, Vidal AF, McCarty EC, Wolcott ML, Frank RM. Management of the patient with failed shoulder instability procedures: a treatment algorithm. AAOS Annual Meeting. Scientific exhibit. Las Vegas, NV. March 2019.
  8. Roberts J, Joyce CD, Trizno A, Donaldson N. Vertebra plana caused by chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis: a case series in pediatric patients. Musculoskeletal Tumor Society Annual Meeting. New York, NY. October 2018.
  9. Axibal DP, Moeller EA, Houck DA, Kraeutler MJ, Logterman SL, Joyce CD, Vidal AF. Effect of correction angle on complications following high tibial osteotomy. Western Orthopedic Association Annual Meeting. Snowmass, CO. August 2018.
  10. Moeller EA, Houck DA, Kraeutler MJ, Logterman SL, Joyce CD, Axibal DP, Vidal AF. Treatment outcomes of iBalance high tibial osteotomies implant system: the effect of correction angles system. Arthroscopy Association of North America Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL. April 2018.
  11. Joyce CD, Mitchell J, Munkwitz M, Rylander L. Management of massive bone loss in infected reverse shoulder arthroplasty utilizing an articulating hip antibiotic spacer: a case report. University of Colorado Orthopedic Surgery Research Day. Aurora, CO. June 2015.
  12. Noria SF, Joyce CD, Schick J, Rasoul MA, Dettorre R, Mikami DJ, Needleman BJ. Significance of prolonged tachycardia in the immediate post-operative period following roux-en-y gastric bypass. American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Annual Meeting. San Diego, CA. June 2012
  13. Joyce CD; Noria SF, Schick J, Dettorre R, Mikami DJ, Needleman BJ. Significance of prolonged tachycardia in the immediate post-operative period following roux-en-y gastric bypass. Annual Ohio State University School of Medicine Research Day. Columbus, OH. April 2012.

Instructional Courses, Lectures, & Videos

  1. Namdari S, Garrigues GE, Hamid N, Hsu J, Jawa A, Morris BJ, Omid R, Paxton ES, Ricchetti ET, Salazar DH. ICL: Resident/Fellow Focused: Primer on Shoulder Arthroplasty. AAOS Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL. March 2022.
  2. Joyce CD, Namdari S. Isolated glenoid chondral defect repair with micronized extracellular matrix. VuMedi instructional video. August 2020.
  3. Abboud JA, Joyce CD. Massive rotator cuff tear with external rotation lag signs: implant design choice will restore motion. Advanced Shoulder Arthroplasty Meeting. Snowbird, UT. January 2020.
  4. Abboud JA, Joyce CD. Setting yourself up for success: revision arthroplasty planning; equipment, imaging, monitoring, and more. Advanced Shoulder Arthroplasty Meeting. Snowbird, UT. January 2020.
  5. Abboud JA, Joyce CD. Open shoulder stabilization in my practice. Orthopedics Today Hawaii Meeting. Kauai, HI. January 2020.
  6. Abboud JA, Joyce CD. Proximal humerus fractures: when to operate and what to do. ICJR Annual Shoulder Course. Las Vegas, NV. November 2019.
  7. Abboud JA, Joyce CD. Management of failed rotator cuff repair in young patients. Hip and Shoulder Meeting. Tel Aviv, Israel. October 2019.
  8. Bravman JT, Joyce CD. Mini open sternoclavicular joint resection for DJD. VuMedi instructional video. January 2018.
  9. Joyce CD. Proximal humerus fractures. University of Colorado resident didactics. Aurora, CO. December 2017.
  10. Joyce CD. Musculoskeletal Infections. University of Colorado resident didactics. Aurora, CO. March 2017.

Other Professional Commitments

  • Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
    Peer reviewer
    2020-Present
  • American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons
    Abstract Review Committee member
    2021-Present
  • Shoulder & Elbow
    Peer reviewer2021-Present
  • Annals of Joint
    Peer reviewer2020-Present
  • Cureus Journal of Medical Science
    Peer reviewer2020-Present

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