SSM Health Dean Medical Group
Timothy Vanderbilt, MD
Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery

SSM Health Orthopedics - South Madison Campus
1211 Fish Hatchery Road Madison, WI 53715
Timothy Vanderbilt is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He graduated with honors in civil engineering from the United States Military Academy in West Point, NY. His medical degree is from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, where he also graduated with honors. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, WI. After graduation he served on active duty in the Air Force and completed a 3-year fellowship in orthopaedic traumatology and arthroplasty at the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas, NV.
Dr. Vanderbilt's practice is focused on musculoskeletal traumatic injuries of the extremities and pelvis. He also has an interest in deformity correction, limb lengthening, and surgical treatment of osteomyelitis.
Dr. Vanderbilt is a member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and the Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Vanderbilt served a total of 9 years on active duty in the Air Force including two deployments to Afghanistan in 2015 and 2018. He has also participated in multiple medical missions to India, Uganda, and the Dominican Republic.
In his time away from work, Dr. Vanderbilt enjoys hunting and fishing. While stationed in Alaska he developed a passion for mountain hunting. He's been lucky enough to do 10 hunts in Alaska over the past 5 years and plans to return every year.
_I love my job. Beyond the technical aspects of my work, I really enjoy the relationships that develop by walking alongside my patients. Trauma and surgery are scary, so I do my best to make sure each patient and their family members feel reassured that they're in good hands. I treat each patient like I would want my family member to be treated._ - Timothy Vanderbilt, MD
Dr. Vanderbilt's practice is focused on musculoskeletal traumatic injuries of the extremities and pelvis. He also has an interest in deformity correction, limb lengthening, and surgical treatment of osteomyelitis.
Dr. Vanderbilt is a member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and the Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Vanderbilt served a total of 9 years on active duty in the Air Force including two deployments to Afghanistan in 2015 and 2018. He has also participated in multiple medical missions to India, Uganda, and the Dominican Republic.
In his time away from work, Dr. Vanderbilt enjoys hunting and fishing. While stationed in Alaska he developed a passion for mountain hunting. He's been lucky enough to do 10 hunts in Alaska over the past 5 years and plans to return every year.
_I love my job. Beyond the technical aspects of my work, I really enjoy the relationships that develop by walking alongside my patients. Trauma and surgery are scary, so I do my best to make sure each patient and their family members feel reassured that they're in good hands. I treat each patient like I would want my family member to be treated._ - Timothy Vanderbilt, MD
About Me
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Trauma Surgery
Gender
Male
Education
University of Utah Health Sciences Center
Internship, 2010
University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Medical School, 2009
University of Chicago Medical Center
Residency, 2011
University of Nevada School of Medicine
Fellowship, 2020
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
Residency, 2014
Hospital Affiliations
SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Baraboo
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Janesville
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Drug Enforcement Administration
Wisconsin Medical Examining Board
Medical Interests
Amputations
Ankle injuries and disorders
Foot and ankle reconstruction and arthroplasty
Fractures and broken bones
Limb deformity
Limb lengthening
Nonunions and malunions
Osteomyelitis
Reviews
Rating Breakdown
Reviews are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score.
Question Breakdown
4.8Overall Experience4.7Listened Carefully4.6Explained Things Clearly4.6Knew Medical History4.7Involved in Care Decisions4.8Showed Courtesy & Respect
Patient Reviews
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4.7 out of 5
30 ratings,
12 reviews
6/9/2026
Fantastic surgery! Excited to finally feel better. Thank him for his work!
6/2/2026
Very thankful for his expert level of care.
5/18/2026
Exceptional Care
5/5/2026
Excellent surgeon. Lucky to have him as my doctor
4/28/2026
Dr. Vanderbilt is knowledgeable and explains everything so well.
Map & Directions
SSM Health Orthopedics - South Madison Campus
1211 Fish Hatchery RoadMadison, WI 53715
Mon
7:00 am - 5:15 pm
Tue
7:00 am - 5:15 pm
Wed
7:00 am - 5:15 pm
Thu
7:00 am - 5:15 pm
Fri
7:00 am - 5:15 pm
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed


