Dr. Michael Githens

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michael Githens is an Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine at the University of Washington, specializing in orthopaedic traumatology. He has extensive training and experience, having completed his Bachelor’s degree at Pepperdine University, a Master’s degree in Biophysics at Georgetown University, and his M.D. at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Githens has completed a surgical internship and residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Stanford University and a fellowship in Orthopaedic Traumatology at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. His clinical interests include the treatment of upper and lower extremity fractures, polytrauma, nonunion, and malunion. He is actively engaged in clinically-based research focusing on optimizing treatments for nonunion fractures and understanding the psychosocial impact of trauma on patient recovery. Additionally, Dr. Githens is involved in resident and fellow education in orthopaedic trauma and advocates for a patient care philosophy that prioritizes personalized treatment to help rebuild patients' lives after trauma. He is an active member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Orthopaedic traumatologist specializing in extensive management of traumatic injuries and research.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.