Matthew J. DiPaola MD
Matthew J. DiPaola
MD
Clinical Associate Professor
Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
Specialty/Research Focus
Elbow Surgery; General Orthopaedics; Hand Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery; Orthopaedic Surgery; Shoulder Surgery
Contact Information
Patient Care
Patient Care
This faculty member is affiliated with UBMD, practicing physicians who are also professors in the Jacobs School.
View this physician on UBMDEducation and Training:
- Fellowship, Reconstructive Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, University Hospital for Joint Diseases (2009)
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University (2008)
- Internship, Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University (2004)
- MD, Cornell University (2003)
- Neurobiology and Behavior, Cornell University (1998)
Employment:
- Clinical Assistant Professor, Orthopaedics, University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (2016-present)
- Founder, Touch Consult (2010-present)
- Assistant Professor, Orthopaedics, Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine (2009–2016)
- Director Shoulder and Elbow Service and Orthopaedic Surgical Simulation Laboratory, Dayton VA Medical Center Wright State University (2009–2016)
Awards and Honors:
- Charles Neer Award (2021)
- NY Top Doctor (2020)
- Dayton VA Director's Commendation Medal (2015)
- Mid America Orthopaedic Association Traveling Fellowship (2012)
- New York Arthritis Foundation Research Fellowship (2002)
- Cornell Tradition Scholarship 1994-1998 (1998)
- All-Ivy Offensive Tackle, 2nd Team (1997)
- Academic All-Ivy Selection (1997)
- Victor Grohmann Cornell Varsity Football Scholar Athlete (1997)
- Football Preview Magazine NCAA Scholar Athlete Award (1997)
- Dean's List College of Arts and Sciences (1995)
Grants and Sponsored Research:
- March 2022–March 2022
Electrical Stimulation for Infection Control and Enhanced Osseointegration
Department of Defense
Role: Co-Investigator - January 2015–January 2015
Wright State University Booshoft Medical School, Medical Student Research Grant
Wright State University Booshoft Medical School
Role: Co-Investigator
$2,500 - January 2007–January 2008
Sharpe- Strumia Foundation One Year Clinical Research Grant
Sharpe- Strumia Foundation
Role: Principal Investigator
$50,000 - April 2021
An in vitro evaluation of various antibiotic concentration against C. acnes and Staph epidermidis in permanent and dissolvable cement beads
American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons
Role: Principal Investigator
Patents:
- Improved Glernoid Peg Extraction Tool Modification to existing metal glenoid peg extraction system (2022)
- Adjustable Spanning Wrist Plate Adjustable dorsal spanning plate for fixation of comminuted distal radius fractures
Journal Articles:
- Bisson, LJ, Kluczynski, MA, Lindborg, C, Rauh, MA, DiPaola, M, Haider, N, Pavlesen, S. (2022) The Association between Patient Satisfaction and Mode of Visit (Telemedicine versus In-Person) in a Large Orthopaedic Practice During the COVID-19 Pandemic Lockdown: A Retrospective Study. 5:1-10. J Am Acad Orthop Surg. JAAOS Glob Res Rev (Mar), 5: 1-10.
- DiPaola C, DiPaola M. (2021) The Case for Standard, Contact and Airborne Precautions for All Health care Workers During COVID 19 Pandemic. Researchers One (May)
- Smoak JB, Kluczynski MA, DiPaola M, Zuckerman JD. (2021) Chronic glenohumeral dislocations treated with arthroplasty: a systematic review. JSES Reviews, Reports & Techniques (Mar)
- DiPaola M., DiPaola C., Salazar D. (2021) COVID-19 A Complex Systems Approach. Procurement Strategies for Personal Protective Equipment: Insuring the Healthcare System Against Pandemic. Papers and Commentaries. pgs 199-208. New York, NY. 2021. STEM Academic Press. (Mar)199-208.
- Roche CP, Stroud NJ, Palomino P, Flurin PH, Wright TW, Zuckerman JD, DiPaola MJ. (2018) The Impact of Anterior Glenoid Defects on Reverse Shoulder Glenoid Fixation in a Composite Scapula Model. Bull Hosp Jt Dis (2013) (Jun), 76(2): 116-122.
- Dorweiler MA, Van Dyke RO, Siska RC, Boin MA, DiPaola MJ. (2017) A Comparative Biomechanical Analysis of 2 Double-Row, Distal Triceps Tendon Repairs. Orthop J Sports Med (May), 5(5): 2325967117-2325967117.
- Prasarn ML, Horodyski M, DiPaola MJ, DiPaola CP, Del Rossi G, Conrad BP, Rechtine GR. (2015) Controlled Laboratory Comparison Study of Motion With Football Equipment in a Destabilized Cervical Spine: Three Spine-Board Transfer Techniques. Orthop J Sports Med (Sep), 3(9): 2325967115-2325967115.
- DiPaola MJ, Abzug JM, Pizzutillo PD, Herman MJ. (2014) Incidence and etiology of unplanned cast changes for fractures in the pediatric population. J Pediatr Orthop (Sep), 34(6): 643-646.
- Roche CP, Stroud NJ, Flurin PH, Wright TW, Zuckerman JD, DiPaola MJ. (2014) Reverse shoulder glenoid baseplate fixation: a comparison of flat-back versus curved-back designs and oval versus circular designs with 2 different offset glenospheres. J Shoulder Elbow Surg (Sep), 23(9): 1388-1394.
- Roche CP, Stroud NJ, Martin BL, Steiler CA, Flurin PH, Wright TW, Zuckerman JD, Dipaola MJ. (2013) Achieving fixation in glenoids with superior wear using reverse shoulder arthroplasty. J Shoulder Elbow Surg (Dec), 22(12): 1695-1701.
- Stroud NJ, DiPaola MJ, Martin BL, Steiler CA, Flurin PH, Wright TW, Zuckerman JD, Roche CP. (2013) Initial glenoid fixation using two different reverse shoulder designs with an equivalent center of rotation in a low-density and high-density bone substitute. J Shoulder Elbow Surg (Nov), 22(11): 1573-1579.
- Roche CP, Stroud NJ, Martin BL, Steiler CA, Flurin PH, Wright TW, DiPaola MJ, Zuckerman JD. (2013) The impact of scapular notching on reverse shoulder glenoid fixation. J Shoulder Elbow Surg (Jul), 22(7): 963-970.
- Stroud N, DiPaola MJ, Flurin PH, Roche CP. (2013) Reverse shoulder glenoid loosening: an evaluation of the initial fixation associated with six different reverse shoulder designs. Bull Hosp Jt Dis (2013) (Jan), 71 Su: 12-17.
- Ricchetti ET, Ciccotti MC, O'Brien DF, DiPaola MJ, DeLuca PF, Ciccotti MG, Williams GR, Lazarus MD. (2012) Outcomes of arthroscopic repair of panlabral tears of the glenohumeral joint. Am J Sports Med (Nov), 40(11): 2561-2568.
- DiPaola MJ, Jazrawi LM, Rokito AS, Kwon YW, Patel L, Pahk B, Zuckerman JD. (2010) Management of humeral and glenoid bone loss--associated with glenohumeral instability. Bull NYU Hosp Jt Dis (Jan), 68(4): 245-250.
- Dipaola CP, Conrad BP, Horodyski M, Dipaola MJ, Sawers A, Rechtine GR. (2009) Cervical spine motion generated with manual versus jackson table turning methods in a cadaveric c1-c2 global instability model. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (Dec), 34(26): 2912-2918.
- Dipaola CP, Bible JE, Biswas D, Dipaola M, Grauer JN, Rechtine GR, DiPaola MJ. (2009) Survey of spine surgeons on attitudes regarding osteoporosis and osteomalacia screening and treatment for fractures, fusion surgery, and pseudoarthrosis. Spine J (Jul), 9(7): 537-544.
- Horodyski M, DiPaola CP, DiPaola MJ, Conrad BP, Del Rossi G, Rechtine GR. (2009) Comparison of the flat torso versus the elevated torso shoulder pad removal techniques in a cadaveric cervical spine instability model. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (Apr), 34(7): 687-691.
- DiPaola CP, Sawers A, Conrad BP, Horodyski M, DiPaola MJ, Del Rossi G, Rechtine GR. (2009) Comparing cervical spine motion with different halo devices in a cadaveric cervical instability model. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (Jan), 34(2): 149-155.
- DiPaola CP, DiPaola MJ, Conrad BP, Horodyski M, Del Rossi G, Sawers A, Rechtine GR. (2008) Comparison of thoracolumbar motion produced by manual and Jackson-table-turning methods. Study of a cadaveric instability model. J Bone Joint Surg Am (Aug), 90(8): 1698-1704.
- DiPaola MJ, DiPaola CP, Conrad BP, Horodyski M, Del Rossi G, Sawers A, Bloch D, Rechtine GR. (2008) Cervical spine motion in manual versus Jackson table turning methods in a cadaveric global instability model. J Spinal Disord Tech (Jun), 21(4): 273-280.
- Del Rossi G, Horodyski M, Conrad BP, Dipaola CP, Dipaola MJ, Rechtine GR. (2008) Transferring patients with thoracolumbar spinal instability: are there alternatives to the log roll maneuver?. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (Jun), 33(14): 1611-1615.
- Dipaola M, Geissler WB, Osterman AL, DiPaola MJ. (2008) Complex elbow instability. Hand Clin (Feb), 24(1): 39-52.
- DiPaola M, Raikin SM, DiPaola MJ. (2007) Tendon transfers and realignment osteotomies for treatment of stage II posterior tibial tendon dysfunction. Foot Ankle Clin (Jun), 12(2): 273-285.
- Vaccaro AR, Baron EM, Sanfilippo J, Jacoby S, Steuve J, Grossman E, DiPaola M, Ranier P, Austin L, Ropiak R, Ciminello M, Okafor C, Eichenbaum M, Rapuri V, Smith E, Orozco F, Ugolini P, Fletcher M, Minnich J, Goldberg G, Wilsey J, Lee JY, Lim MR, Burns A, Marino R, DiPaola C, Zeiller L, Zeiler SC, Harrop J, Anderson DG, Albert TJ, Hilibrand AS, DiPaola MJ. (2006) Reliability of a novel classification system for thoracolumbar injuries: the Thoracolumbar Injury Severity Score. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) (May), 31(11 Su): 62-69.
- DiPaola M, Rozbruch SR, Helfet DL, DiPaola MJ. (2004) Minimal incision technique using a two-hole plate for fixation of stable intertrochanteric hip fractures. Orthopedics (Mar), 27(3): 270-274.
- Rozbruch SR, DiPaola M, Blyakher A, DiPaola MJ. (2002) Fibula lengthening using a modified Ilizarov method. Orthopedics (Nov), 25(11): 1241-1244.
Books and Book Chapters:
- Berdine G, Weinberg W, DiPaola M. (2018) Legal and Regulatory Consideration for 3D Printing in Orthopedics. 3D Printing In Orthopedics. In: 3D Printing in Orthopedics. Elsevier
- Cheriachan D, DiPaola M, Iannotti J, Richetti E. (2018) 3D Printing for Shoulder and Elbow Arthroplasty. In: 3D Printing in Orthopedics. Elsevier
- DiPaola, MJ. Wodajo, F. (2018) 3D Printing In Orthopedic Surgery. Elsevier.
- Smoak, J., DiPaola, M. (1900) Chapter 48 Shoulder Arthroplasty for Chronic Shoulder Dislocations. In: Shoulder Arthroplasty Principles and Practice. Ed. Zuckerman JD.
Professional Memberships:
- Arthritis Foundation, Board Member; Dayton Ohio Representative (2012–2016)
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (2012–present)
- American Association of Physicians and Surgeons (2010–2013)
- Dayton Orthopaedic Society (2009–2016)
- Pennsylvania Medical Society (2004–2008)
- Pennsylvania Orthopaedic Society, Thomas Jefferson University; Resident Representative (2003–2008)
Presentations:
- "Press-Fit Humeral Implants in Revision Shoulder Arthroplasty may be as Effective as Cemented Arthroplasty." (2021)
- "The Optimal Antibiotic Cement Combination for the Management of Cutibacterium acnes-Related Prosthetic Shoulder Infection." American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Meeting (2021)
- "In Vitro Analysis of Antiobiotic Cement Combinations Against Cutibacterium acnes. Video “Podium” Presentation." American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Closed Meeting 2020. (2020)
- "In Vitro Analysis of Antiobiotic Cement Combinations Against Cutibacterium acnes. Poster." Orthopedic Research Society (2020)
- "Shoulder Pain in the Primary Care Setting" (2017)
- "Shoulder Replacement: is it right for you? What does it involve?" (2017)
- "Do All Rotator Cuff Tears Need Surgery? The when, why and how of rotator cuff surgery" (2017)
- "Clarifying Shoulder Arthritis" (2017)
- "Rotator Cuff Tears: A common but confusing problem" ; UBMD Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (2016)
- "Why Does Your Shoulder Pop: Common causes of shoulder problems in the active patient" ; UBMD Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (2016)
- "Case Presentation: An Unusual Presentation of Infection after a Non Operatively Treated Proximal Humerus Fracture." Ohio Shoulder and Elbow Society Annual Meeting; Ohio Shoulder and Elbow Society (2016)
- "Arthritis in the Aging Population: How does shoulder arthritis differ from knee and hip arthritis?" Premier Health Partners and Miami Valley Hospital Musculoskeletal Education Outreach (2014)
- "Four Part Proximal Humerus Fracture Treated with Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement" Ohio Shoulder and Elbow Society Annual Meeting (2014)
- "Impact of Scapular Notching on Reverse Shoulder Glenoid Fixation" Orthopedic Research Society Meeting (2013)
- "Leading a Digital Life in Orthopedics" AAOS Annual Meeting (2013)
- "Anterior Shoulder Instability Without Bone Loss" Ohio Shoulder and Elbow Society Annual Meeting (2013)
- "Diagnosing Shoulder Pain: Is MRI Powerful or Pointless" Wright State University Musculoskeletal Medicine Symposium (2012)
- "The Impact of Scapular Notching on Initial Glenoid Fixation in the Reverse Total Shoulder" Exactech Clinical Evaluators Meeting (2012)
- "Failed Reverse Total Shoulder" Ohio Shoulder Society Annual Meeting (2012)
- "Health and Medical Services: Successful Transitioning from Employee to Entrepreneur" Entrepreneurship at Cornell Conference (2011)
- "Outcomes of Arthroscopic Repair of Panlabral Tears of the Glenohumeral Joint" Arthroscopic Association of North America Annual Meeting (2011)
- "Outcomes of Arthroscopic Repair of Panlabral Tears of the Glenohumeral Joint" American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting (2011)
- "Physician knowledge and opinion of the CMS’ Physician Quality Reporting Initiatives (PQRI) as they relate to osteoporosis" National Osteoporosis Foundation’s 8th International Symposium (2009)
- "Practice Patterns Among Spine Specialists Regarding Metabolic Bone Disorder Screening and Treatment in Spine Fusion and Low Energy Fracture Patients" North American Spine Society Annual Meeting (2008)
- "Spine Implant Cost Containment: A Survey of Attending Spine Surgeons" North American Spine Society (2008)
- "A Histological Characterization of the Knee Joint in a Collagen VI Deficient Murine Model" Jefferson Orthopedic Society; Thomas Jefferson University (2008)
- "A Histological Characterization of the Knee Joint in a Collagen VI Deficient Murine Model" The Orthopedic Research Society (2008)
- "The Osteoporosis Care of the Fragility Fracture Patient: Can We Do Better?" Orthopaedics Grand Rounds, Thomas Jefferson University (2008)
- "The Incidence of Unscheduled Cast Change in an Adolescent and Pediatric Population: Etiology and Implications" American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference and Exhibition; AAOP (2007)
- "Orthopedics as a Career Choice" Medical Student Orthopedic Society; Jefferson Medical College (2007)
- "Effect of Shoulder Pad Removal on Lumbar Motion in a Global Instability Model." American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine; AOSSM (2007)
- "Cervical Spine Motion During Application and Removal of the Cervical Orthosis in a Cadaver Mode" American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) Annual Meeting; ASIA (2007)
- "Cervical Spine Motion in Manual vs. Jackson Table Turning Methods in a Cadaveric Global Instability Model." American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) Annual Meeting; ASIA (2007)
- "Efficacy of Standard Spineboarding Techniques: Lift-slide and Six-plus Superior to Log Roll" American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) Annual Meeting; ASIA (2007)
- "Spineboarding Technique Has a Significant Effect on Spine Motion in the Injured Football Player" American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) Annual Meeting; ASIA (2007)
- "Validation of a Modified Technique for Shoulder Pad Removal in the Spine Injured Football Player." American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) Annual Meeting; ASIA (2007)
- "Comparing Cervical Spine Motion with Different Halo Devices in a Cadaveric Cervical Instability Model." American Academy of Prosthetists; AAOP (2007)
- "Efficacy of the Non-Invasive Halo in Cervical Spine Trauma: A Prospective Analysis of Outcomes." American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons; AAOS (2007)
- "Cervical Spine Instability in a Cadaveric Model: Hand Placement and Spine Boarding Technique Affect Cervical Spine Motion During Spine Boarding" Annual Meeting of the Cervical Spine Research Society; Cervical Spine Research Society (2006)
- "Cervical Spine Motion in Manual vs. Jackson Table Turning Methods in a Cadaveric Global Instability Model" Annual Meeting of the Cervical Spine Research Society; CSRS (2006)
- "Comparing Cervical Spine Motion with Different Halo Devices in a Cadaveric Cervical Instability Model" Annual Meeting of the Cervical Spine Research Society; CSRS (2006)
- "Error Analysis: A Comparison Between a Systems Based Medical Error Reporting System and the Federal Aviation Administration System for Flight Error Tracking" NASA Division of Aerospace Medicine; NASA (2003)
- "A Histological Characterization of Bone Morphogenetic Proteins in Human Non-Union Fracture Callus" International BMP Conference (2002)
Service Activities:
- Jacobs School’s Ad Hoc Committee on Promotions to Clinical Ranks; Member (2021–present)
- ; Member Technology Committee (2020–present)
- American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons; Technology Committee (2020–present)
- Journal of Orthopedic Research; Reviewer (2020–present)
- Orthopedic Clerkship for Buffalo General Hospital Medical Student Orthopedic Elective; Director (2019–present)
- New York State Society of Orthopedic Surgeons; District Representative (2019–present)
- American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons; Member (2019–present)
- UBMD Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Representative to the UB Trauma Outcomes & Quality Research Consortium (UB-TOQ); Representative (2019–present)
- Conflict of Interest Committee; Member (2017–present)
- Marketing Committee UBMD Orthpoedics and Sports Medicine; Member (2016–present)
- Review Pre Study Abstracts and participate in guidance of research program for orthopedic department; Research COmmittee (2016–present)
- Journal Case Reports in Orthopedics; Reviewer (2015–present)