Christopher J. McMellen, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, joint preservation, and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He provides compassionate care to patients at Livonia Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Dearborn and Livonia, Michigan

Dr. McMellen earned his Doctor of Medicine from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, graduating with Alpha Omega Alpha honors and ranking among the top of his class. He then completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio, where he gained extensive experience in the diagnosis and surgical management of shoulder, knee, hip, and foot injuries.

An active researcher, Dr. McMellen has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications on topics including ACL reconstruction, shoulder arthroplasty, Achilles tendon repair, and wearable technology in sports injury prevention. His contributions to orthopedic research have been featured in leading journals such as The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery and the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine.

Dedicated to patient-centered care, Dr. McMellen combines cutting-edge techniques with personalized treatment plans to help athletes and active individuals recover and return to peak performance. He is a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and the American Medical Association.