Matthew W. Colman, MD

Orthopedic Oncology

Orthopedic Surgeon

Assistant Professor, Rush University Medical Center

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About Matthew W. Colman

Areas of Care

Back & Neck

IME

Orthopedic Oncology

Workers Compensation

Special Procedures

Adult benign and malignant bone and soft tissue tumors

Adult degenerative spine surgery

Adult spine deformity surgery 

Limb salvage surgery 

Pediatric benign and malignant bone and soft tissue tumors 

Spine oncology

Research Interests

Metastatic spine disease

Sarcoma 

Biography

Dr. Matthew Colman is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery and musculoskeletal oncology. He completed his undergraduate studies cum laude at Dartmouth College and earned his medical degree with honors from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Colman further honed his skills through an orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. 

To deepen his expertise, Dr. Colman completed fellowships in both pediatric and adult musculoskeletal oncology at Harvard University, as well as orthopedic and neurosurgical spine surgery at the University of Utah. His fellowship training equips him with a unique ability to address a wide range of complex conditions. 

Dr. Colman is dedicated to treating bone and soft tissue tumors, including those affecting the spine. In addition to his focus on oncological conditions, he provides comprehensive care for non-tumor-related spinal issues such as degenerative diseases, deformities, and trauma. His approach integrates the latest techniques and research to deliver optimal patient outcomes. 

He is an active member of several prestigious professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), AOSpine, the North American Spine Society, and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, University of Chicago Chapter. Dr. Colman's extensive training and commitment to his field ensure he remains at the forefront of advancements in spine surgery and musculoskeletal oncology. 

Curriculum Vitae

Office Locations

Chicago

1611 W. Harrison St., Chicago, IL 60612

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Joliet

963 129th Infantry Dr., Joliet, IL 60435

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Munster

9200 Calumet Avenue, Suite S-300, Munster, IN 46321

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Munster Specialty Surgery Center, LLC

9200 Calumet Avenue, Suite S-100, Munster, IN 46321

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Rush University Medical Center

1653 W. Congress Pky., Chicago, IL 60612

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Clinical Support Staff

Janina Locascio, PA-C 

Karissa Shade, ATC 

Kristen Schmutzler, PA-C 

Tasia Mitts, SEC 

Vilma Zepeda, AA 

Second Language

Italian

Education / Certifications

Medical School
University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, Chicago, IL 

Residency
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA 

Fellowship

Musculoskeletal Oncology, Harvard University / Massachusetts General Hospital / Children's Hospital Boston, Boston, MA  

Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Spine Surgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 

Professional Certifications
Orthopaedic Surgery