Dr. Tricia Melvin, M.D., MBS, is an orthopedic surgeon with dual fellowship training in orthopedic trauma, as well as hip and knee arthroplasty. Dr. Melvin specializes in complex fracture care, polytrauma, pelvic and acetabular fractures, and more. He completed an orthopedic trauma fellowship at Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, followed by a hip and knee arthroplasty fellowship at Joint Implant Surgeons in New Albany, Ohio, where she trained under Dr. Adolph V. Lombardi.
Dr. Tricia Melvin, M.D., MBS, is an orthopedic surgeon with dual fellowship training in orthopedic trauma, as well as hip and knee arthroplasty. Dr. Melvin specializes in complex fracture care, polytrauma, pelvic and acetabular fractures, and more. He completed an orthopedic trauma fellowship at Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, followed by a hip and knee arthroplasty fellowship at Joint Implant Surgeons in New Albany, Ohio, where she trained under Dr. Adolph V. Lombardi.
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Very knowledgeable, thinks outside the box, actively listens, good thought partner, brings lots of energy to every appointment.
(4 days ago)
Oct-2025
Listened and gave helpful suggestions
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Wonderful experience. This doctor listens to you and explains your condition and your options as to treatments.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
I love her. She’s so nice. She’s giving me a chance. She’s not just turning me away. I love her for that. She seems like she’s gonna be a really good doctor and I appreciate it.I’m
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
She honestly listens too you, almost unheard of nowadays.Great surgeon!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Great appointment!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Seemed like she was in a rush. Short, curt answers to my questions. I felt like she did not like me or men?? Won't be coming back to see her Getting a second opinion.
Clifford A Johnson MS Ed, Psy D
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Dr. Melvin was absolutely incredible! Her warm, reassuring presence instantly put me at ease. She performed my surgery with phenomenal skill, and the results are outstanding. During my follow-up, she patiently answered all my questions with clarity and care, showing her expertise and genuine kindness. I couldn’t have asked for a better surgeon, truly exceptional!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
She is passionate about her Work and her Patients . Honestly, I never knew on my journey how things were going to turn out. She has been with me every step I’ve taken. I appreciate her honesty about my limbs on my body and the best ways to move forward so I can walk again. Thank you Dr. Melvin for all you do.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Great Surgeon
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
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Scottsdale Clinic
8952 E Desert Cove Ave Suite 113 Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Dr. Tricia Melvin, M.D., MBS, is an orthopedic surgeon with dual fellowship training in orthopedic trauma, as well as hip and knee arthroplasty. Dr. Melvin specializes in complex fracture care, polytrauma, pelvic and acetabular fractures, nonunion fractures, primary and revision hip and knee replacements, and periprosthetic fractures.
Prior to joining The CORE Institute, Dr. Melvin completed an orthopedic trauma fellowship at Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, followed by a hip and knee arthroplasty fellowship at Joint Implant Surgeons in New Albany, Ohio, where she trained under Dr. Adolph V. Lombardi. Her trauma fellowship provided extensive experience in managing polytraumatized patients, complex fracture repairs, and orthopedic infections, while her arthroplasty fellowship focused on high-volume primary and revision hip and knee surgeries and the economics of outpatient joint replacements.
Dr. Melvin completed her orthopedic surgery residency at Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh where she provided on-field medical coverage for western Pennsylvania high school athletics and was actively involved in medical student education. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from Drexel University College of Medicine, a Master of Biomedical Sciences with honors from Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, and her undergraduate degree with honors from Brown University, where she lettered in varsity softball for four years.
Dr. Melvin is an active member of several professional societies, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society, the Orthopaedic Trauma Association, the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and the Gladden Society.
Very knowledgeable, thinks outside the box, actively listens, good thought partner, brings lots of energy to every appointment.
Listened and gave helpful suggestions
Wonderful experience. This doctor listens to you and explains your condition and your options as to treatments.
I love her. She’s so nice. She’s giving me a chance. She’s not just turning me away. I love her for that. She seems like she’s gonna be a really good doctor and I appreciate it.I’m
She honestly listens too you, almost unheard of nowadays.Great surgeon!
Great appointment!
Seemed like she was in a rush. Short, curt answers to my questions. I felt like she did not like me or men?? Won't be coming back to see her Getting a second opinion. Clifford A Johnson MS Ed, Psy D
Dr. Melvin was absolutely incredible! Her warm, reassuring presence instantly put me at ease. She performed my surgery with phenomenal skill, and the results are outstanding. During my follow-up, she patiently answered all my questions with clarity and care, showing her expertise and genuine kindness. I couldn’t have asked for a better surgeon, truly exceptional!
She is passionate about her Work and her Patients . Honestly, I never knew on my journey how things were going to turn out. She has been with me every step I’ve taken. I appreciate her honesty about my limbs on my body and the best ways to move forward so I can walk again. Thank you Dr. Melvin for all you do.
Great Surgeon