Dr. Michael A. Denz is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in conditions of the shoulder and knee. Dr. Denz offers treatments for various injuries and conditions including rotator cuff tears, shoulder labrum tears, shoulder instability, biceps tears, ACL and PCL tears, meniscus tears, knee instability and ligament injuries, patella instability and cartilage injuries.
Dr. Michael A. Denz is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in conditions of the shoulder and knee. Dr. Denz offers treatments for various injuries and conditions including rotator cuff tears, shoulder labrum tears, shoulder instability, biceps tears, ACL and PCL tears, meniscus tears, knee instability and ligament injuries, patella instability and cartilage injuries.
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Very thorough and took his time.
Jul-2025
So grateful for Dr. Denz and his staff for helping me with my knee.
Jul-2025
Great doctor and staff
Professional, friendly and informative
Jul-2025
I like Dr Denz. He listens to you and really tries to help you get back to normal
Jul-2025
Dr. Denz is able to get explain things clearly. He answered questions and explained medical information so it was easy to understand.
Jul-2025
Great doctor. Listens to concerns. Offers remedies instead of jumping straight to surgery talk. Very friendly. I highly recommend him.
Jul-2025
Took time with me. Didn't feel at like was trying to rush!!
Jun-2025
Absolute professional!
Great bedside manner!
I love this guy!
He did an amazing job on a really messed up shoulder!!
Thanks again Doc!!!
Jun-2025
Dr. Denz is great. He answers my questions without making me feel rushed. He shows he cares, and is great at getting to the root of the problem.
Jun-2025
Very friendly really listened to my concerns.
Jun-2025
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Michigan City Office
3777 Frontage Road Suite 900 Michigan City, IN 46360
Dr. Michael A. Denz is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in conditions of the shoulder and knee. A native of Buffalo, New York, Dr. Denz was drawn to the field of orthopedics by his background in sports and exercise science.
As a former athlete Dr. Denz understands patients who define their quality of life by the ability to be active. As a result, Dr. Denz seeks to restore function to individuals who have lost the ability to do something they love. Whether it be playing a sport at a high level or being able to play with their grandchildren Dr. Denz strives to get people back to the activities in life that make them happy.
Dr Denz is a graduate of Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan and received his medical school training at Lincoln Memorial University-Debusk College of Osteopathic Medicine. His surgery internship and orthopedic surgery residency training took place at Mclaren Greater Lansing, Michigan State University. He then chose to undergo additional specialty training through an orthopedic sports and shoulder fellowship at the University of Illinois Chicago/ Illinois Bone and Joint institute.
With his specialty training, Dr. Denz offers treatments for various injuries and conditions including rotator cuff tears, shoulder labrum tears, shoulder instability, biceps tears, ACL and PCL tears, meniscus tears, knee instability and ligament injuries, patella instability and cartilage injuries. He also offers treatment for shoulder, knee and hip arthritis including joint replacement.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Denz interests include cooking, golfing, exercise and fitness, watching Buffalo Bills football and Buffalo Sabres hockey, watching Michigan State Athletics, playing with his two bulldogs and spending time with his family.
Dr. Denz is available to see patients at our LaPorte and Michigan City offices.
Very thorough and took his time.
So grateful for Dr. Denz and his staff for helping me with my knee.
Great doctor and staff Professional, friendly and informative
I like Dr Denz. He listens to you and really tries to help you get back to normal
Dr. Denz is able to get explain things clearly. He answered questions and explained medical information so it was easy to understand.
Great doctor. Listens to concerns. Offers remedies instead of jumping straight to surgery talk. Very friendly. I highly recommend him.
Took time with me. Didn't feel at like was trying to rush!!
Absolute professional! Great bedside manner! I love this guy! He did an amazing job on a really messed up shoulder!! Thanks again Doc!!!
Dr. Denz is great. He answers my questions without making me feel rushed. He shows he cares, and is great at getting to the root of the problem.
Very friendly really listened to my concerns.