Rex Haydon, MD, PhD

Rex Haydon, MD, PhD

Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Oncology, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery | More

Simon and Kalt Families Professor in Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine Associate Director, Molecular Oncology Laboratory

UChicago Faculty Physicians hold faculty positions with the University of Chicago and provide care for patients on the academic health system’s main campus in Hyde Park and in care centers throughout the Chicago region.

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Rex Haydon, MD, PhD, focuses on the comprehensive treatment of malignant and benign tumors in bone or soft tissue. He specializes in the surgical care of bone and soft tissue tumors, including limb-salvage and reconstructive surgery of the upper and lower extremities. Dr. Haydon works with an integrated team of specialists to ensure that patients have access to the most innovative and effective treatment options available.

Also a skilled physician scientist, his research focuses on advancing the treatment of musculoskeletal tumors. Dr. Haydon has a particular interest in the underlying causes of musculoskeletal neoplasms. Author of more than 25 articles and book chapters, he has accepted career development awards from both the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation and the National Institutes of Health. Additionally, Dr. Haydon's research has been supported by the Musculoskeletal Tumor Foundation.

Medical Education

  • University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

Internship

  • University of Chicago Medicine

Residency

  • University of Chicago Medicine

Fellowship

  • University of Chicago Medicine

Memberships & Medical Societies

  • Orthopaedic Research Society
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Connective Tissue Oncology Society
  • Musculoskeletal Tumor Society
  • Aetna HMO (specialists only)
  • Aetna POS
  • Aetna PPO
  • BCBS Blue Precision HMO (specialists only)
  • BCBS HMO (HMOI) (specialists only)
  • BCBS PPO
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna POS
  • Cigna PPO
  • CountyCare *see insurance page
  • Aetna Better Health *see insurance page
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan PPO
  • PHCS PPO
  • United Choice Plus POS/PPO
  • United Options (PPO)
  • United Select (HMO & EPO) (specialists only)
  • United W500 Emergent Wrap
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
  • BCBS Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage Choice PPO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage Gold Choice PFFS
  • Humana Medicare Advantage Gold Plus HMO
  • United Choice HMO (specialists only)
  • University of Chicago Health Plan (UCHP)
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At a Glance

Practicing Since2003

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish