Assistant Professor, Rush University Medical Center
Schedule OnlineAreas of Care
Back & Neck
IME
Orthopedic Oncology
Workers Compensation
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
Metastatic spine disease
Sarcoma
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.
Chicago
1611 W. Harrison St., Chicago, IL 60612
Joliet
963 129th Infantry Dr., Joliet, IL 60435
Munster
9200 Calumet Avenue, Suite S-300, Munster, IN 46321
Munster Specialty Surgery Center, LLC
9200 Calumet Avenue, Suite S-100, Munster, IN 46321
Rush University Medical Center
1653 W. Congress Pky., Chicago, IL 60612
Clinical Support Staff
Janina Locascio, PA-C
Karissa Shade, ATC
Kristen Schmutzler, PA-C
Tasia Mitts, SEC
Vilma Zepeda, AA
Second Language
Italian
Disclosures
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