Dr. Michael L. Salamon, M.D., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with over 17 years of experience specializing in foot and ankle reconstruction, sports medicine, joint preservation, and trauma care. He joined Ellis & Badenhausen in 2008 and is a clinical professor at the University of Louisville, where he earned Teacher of the Year honors. Dr. Salamon has served as team physician for University of Louisville Men’s Soccer and holds positions on the University of Louisville Jewish Hospital Healthcare Services Board.
Dr. Michael L. Salamon, M.D., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with over 17 years of experience specializing in foot and ankle reconstruction, sports medicine, joint preservation, and trauma care. He joined Ellis & Badenhausen in 2008 and is a clinical professor at the University of Louisville, where he earned Teacher of the Year honors. Dr. Salamon has served as team physician for University of Louisville Men’s Soccer and holds positions on the University of Louisville Jewish Hospital Healthcare Services Board.
Dr. Michael L. Salamon, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, specializes in foot and ankle reconstruction, arthroscopy, sports medicine, minimally invasive joint replacement, ACL and meniscus surgery, and treatment of knee, shoulder, hand, and wrist injuries. He also focuses on joint preservation, cartilage replacement, and fracture care for both adults and children. With over 17 years of experience, Dr. Salamon has been a key member of Ellis & Badenhausen Orthopaedics since 2008.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Salamon serves as a clinical professor of orthopedic surgery at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, where he has been honored with the Teacher of the Year award. He has also contributed to the University of Louisville Jewish Hospital Healthcare Services Board and has served as the team physician for the University of Louisville Men’s Soccer team.
Dr. Salamon is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, and the Kentucky Orthopaedic Society. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College. He completed his general surgical internship and orthopedic residency at the University of California, Davis, followed by a fellowship in foot and ankle reconstruction and sports medicine at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

Zero concerns for my concerns with my recovery. After barely listening to me I was informed that there is nothing he could or would do. Was informed that there was no need to schedule a follow up appointment unless it was six months from now and only if I deemed it necessary. I informed him that I felt now is necessary and he said he would do nothing but suggest physical therapy for life and a compound cream. I am not happy with the absolute disregard of anything I wanted to say or his ability to answer any question I had. I am in more pain now than before the surgery and I have been completely dismissed by the doctor who did the surgery. I am a retired combat veteran/officer and I will not be spoken to or treated like a cast off because the doctor thinks I’m an idiot which is how I was made to feel. And I’m sure there are others that feel the same. The walls are thin in that office and many things get shared unintentionally.
My first visit with Dr Salamon was yesterday! I was very pleased with his friendly attitude, his knowledge and experience of my problem. He was thorough and to the point. I will definitely be returning to him for my orthopedic care!!
Wonderful beside manner, son felt comfortable talking to him and seemed just like a down to earth person.
Love Dr Salamon Staff is excellent. All around great experience
Best ortho doc around
Excellent patient care, clear explanation of the issue.
Very friendly and answered politely
Wonderful man
Clear explanations Professional Polite
He was very polite and explained everything adequately and in simple terms. Very thorough too