University Orthopaedic Associates is proud to announce that Dr. Charles J. Gatt, Jr., has received the Special Award for Innovation from the EJI Excellence in Medicine Foundation for his research in the field of tissue engineering and the development of MeniscoFix™, a patented implant developed to replace the meniscus of the knee after severe injury. He was recently featured on the cover of the spring issue of MDAdvantage and wrote about his dedication to innovation for a column in the journal. Dr. Gatt was also interviewed for The MDAdvantage Podcast, discussing MeniscoFix™ and how the field of orthopaedics is changing and growing.

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Dr. Gatt is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, specializing in orthopaedic sports medicine at UOA. He obtained his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (formerly UMDNJ) and then completed his fellowship in orthopaedic sports medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. He has received many patients’ choice awards and was elected by his peers for inclusion in Best Doctors in America®.

If you would like to learn more about Dr. Gatt or request an appointment, contact UOA today.