Meet Dr. Jason Meldau, MD

Meet Dr. Jason Meldau, MD

Dr. Jason Meldau is a fellowship trained spine surgeon who provides personalized, evidence-based care for conditions affecting the neck, mid-back, and lower back. He specializes in both non-surgical treatments and advanced surgical techniques to help patients return to the activities they love.

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Dr. Jason Meldau

Specialties include:

  • Spine Surgery
  • Spine Care
  • Orthopaedic Outcomes Research
  • Surgical Innovation & Biomechanics
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Dr. Jason Meldau, MD – Comprehensive Spine Surgeon Specializing in Personalized, Minimally Invasive Spine Care

Dr. Jason Meldau is a comprehensive spine surgeon who treats conditions affecting the neck, mid-back, and lower back. Skilled in both surgical and non-surgical care, Dr. Meldau focuses on creating personalized treatment plans based on the latest research to help each patient achieve their goals, whether that’s returning to sports or spending quality time with family.

Dr. Meldau earned his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University, graduating cum laude and receiving the prestigious Board of Trustees Award. He continued his education at Michigan State University for medical school. Afterward, he completed his residency at Loyola University Medical Center, a program with an expertise in complex spine care. Dr. Meldau further specialized through a fellowship at the Spine Institute of Arizona, a top program recognized for advanced minimally invasive spine surgery techniques.

Dr. Meldau creates a welcoming and professional environment where patients feel comfortable asking questions and sharing concerns. He believes in listening carefully, explaining conditions clearly, and involving patients in decisions about their care. His approach ensures patients leave each visit feeling informed, confident, and hopeful about their treatment plan.

Many spine conditions can be treated without surgery, and Dr. Meldau works with a skilled team to provide effective non-surgical care. When surgery is necessary, he uses cutting-edge techniques, such as minimally invasive, motion-preserving, endoscopic, and robotic-assisted procedures, to reduce recovery time and improve results.

Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Meldau is a respected contributor to the field of orthopaedic and spine surgery with over 20 peer-reviewed publications and more than 40 presentations at national and international conferences. He is an active member of organizations, including the North American Spine Society, the Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, and the Lumbar Spine Research Society staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in spine care. Dr. Meldau has additionally been acknowledged as a member of the Scott D. Boden Emerging Leaders Forum of the American Orthopaedic Association.

In his free time, Dr. Meldau loves hiking, skiing, traveling, and spending time with his wife, Robyn, living an active and fulfilling life.

Dr. Meldau's Educational Background

Education:

  • B.S. in Chemistry, High Honors and Distinction, Michigan State University; East Lansing, MI
  • Doctor of Medicine, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine; Grand Rapids, MI

Residency:

  • Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, Loyola University Medical Center; Maywood, IL

Fellowship:

  • Spine Surgery Fellowship, The Spine Institute of Arizona; Scottsdale, AZ

Dr. Meldau's Full Curriculum Vitae

Society Membership

  • Lumbar Spine Research Society
    Oct 2024 – Present
  • Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
    June 2024 – Present
  • American Orthopaedic Association’s Emerging Leaders Program
    Aug. 2023 – Present

Peer-Reviewed Publications

  • Patwardhan AG, Havey RM, Hodges SD, Humphreys SC, Meldau JE, Koscielski M, Sielatycki JA, Muriuki MG. Shear resistance of a posterior lumbar total joint replacement prosthesis. Spine J. 2025 Jun 19:S1529-9430(25)00303-1. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2025.06.005. PMID: 40543574

  • Shivdasani K, Scheidt M, Boubekri A, Meldau J, Stanila T, Chen A, Garbis N, Salazar D. Inferior Glenoid HyperOSTosis (GHOST) Lesion Development Following Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty. J Shoulder Elbow Surg.

  • Sielatycki JA, Koscielski M, Chudik G, Metcalf T, Meldau J, Hodges SD. Treatment of Spondylolisthesis Using a Motion Preserving Lumbar Total Joint Replacement: A Case Report. Significances Bioeng Biosci. 2024;6(5):SBB.000648. doi: 10.31031/SBB.2024.06.000648

  • Farooq H, Salazar D, Meldau JE, Schoenfeld T, Garbis N. Describing the Infraspinatus Bare Area of the Proximal Humerus: An Anatomic Cadaveric Study. Shoulder Elbow. 2024 Jan 27. doi:10.1177/17585732241229068

  • Meldau JE, LeDuc RC, Havey RM, Barnard ER, Muriuki MG, Kaczmarz N, Patwardhan AG, Schiff AP. Bone cutting efficiency and heat generation using a traditional fluted Burr and a novel fluteless resurfacing tool. Clin Biomech. 2023 Feb;102:105898. doi: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2023.105898. PMID: 36764102

  • McGregor PC, Meldau JE, Liskutin T, Kelly RF, Levack AE, Cohen J, Summers H. Hospital transfer and delayed reduction of traumatic hip dislocations. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2023 Feb 7. doi: 10.1007/s00402-023-04768-3. PMID: 36746785

  • Meldau JE, Farooq H, Salazar DH, Schoenfeldt TL, Garbis NG. Axillary Nerve Proximity to the Humeral Guide Pin During Stemless Total Shoulder Arthroplasty. Semin Arthroplasty. Epub 2022 Jun 30

  • Meldau JE, Farooq H, Garbis NG, Schoenfeldt TL, Salazar DH. The Long Head of the Biceps Myotendinous Junction Is Located 1.14 cm Distal to the Proximal Border of the Pectoralis Major Tendon: An Anatomic Study. Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil. 2022 Jun;4(4):e1373-e1376. doi: 10.1016/j.asmr.2022.04.025. PMID: 36033203

  • Tramer JS, Khalil LS, Fidai MS, Meldau J, Sheena GJ, Muh SJ, Moutzouros V, Makhni EC. Mental health and tobacco use are correlated with PROMIS upper extremity and pain interference scores in patients with shoulder pathology. Musculoskelet Surg. 2022 Mar;106(1):69-74. doi: 10.1007/s12306-020-00674-8

  • Lizzio VA, Gulledge CM, Smith DG, Meldau JE, Borowsky PA, Moutzouros V, Makhni EC. Predictors of elbow torque among professional baseball pitchers. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2020 Feb;29(2):316-320. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2019.07.037

  • Meldau JE, Srivastava K, Okoroha KR, Ahmad CS, Moutzouros V, Makhni EC. Cost analysis of Tommy John surgery for Major League Baseball teams. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2020 Jan;29(1):121-125. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2019.07.019

  • Fidai MS, Okoroha KR, Meldau J, Meta F, Lizzio VA, Borowsky P, Redler LH, Moutzouros V, Makhni EC. Fatigue Increases Dynamic Knee Valgus in Youth Athletes. Arthroscopy. 2020 Jan;36(1):214-222.e2. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2019.07.018

  • Fidai MS, Tramer JS, Meldau J, Khalil LS, Patel RB, Moutzouros V, Makhni EC. Mental Health and Tobacco Use Are Correlated With Physical Function Outcomes in Patients With Knee Pain and Injury. Arthroscopy. 2019 Dec;35(12):3295-3301. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2019.06.038

  • Meldau JE, Borowsky P, Blanchett J, Stephens J, Muh S, Moutzouros V, Makhni EC. Impact of Patient Demographic Factors on PROMIS Scores in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. Orthop J Sports Med. 2019 Nov 22;7(11):2325967119884543. doi: 10.1177/2325967119884543

  • Borowsky PA, Kadri OM, Meldau JE, Blanchett J, Makhni EC. The Remote Completion Rate of Electronic PROMIS Forms Before Clinic Visits. J Am Acad Orthop Surg Glob Res Rev. 2019 Oct 2;3(10):e19.00038. doi: 10.5435/JAAOSGlobal-D-19-00038

  • Okoroha KR, Meldau JE, Jildeh TR, Stephens JP, Moutzouros V, Makhni EC. Impact of ball weight on medial elbow torque in youth pitchers. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2019 Aug;28(8):1484-1489. doi: 10.1016/j.jse.2019.01.025

  • Makhni EC, Meldau JE, Blanchett J, Borowsky P, Stephens J, Muh S, Moutzouros V. PROMIS Function, Pain, and Depression in Pediatric Patients. Orthop J Sports Med. 2019 Jun 24;7(6):2325967119851100. doi: 10.1177/2325967119851100

  • Lizzio VA, Blanchett J, Borowsky P, Meldau JE, Verma NN, Muh S, Moutzouros V, Makhni EC. Feasibility of PROMIS CAT Use in Sports Medicine Clinics. Orthop J Sports Med. 2019 Jan 22;7(1):2325967118821875. doi: 10.1177/2325967118821875

  • Ellens NR, Fischer DL, Meldau JE, Schroeder BA, Patra SE. External Ventricular Drain Placement Accuracy by Midlevel Practitioners. Neurosurgery. 2019 Jan;84(1):235-241. doi: 10.1093/neuros/nyy090

  • Okoroha KR, Meldau JE, Lizzio VA, Meta F, Stephens JP, Moutzouros V, Makhni EC. Effect of Fatigue on Medial Elbow Torque in Pitchers: A Simulated Game Analysis. Am J Sports Med. 2018 Aug;46(10):2509-2513. doi: 10.1177/0363546518782451

  • Kadri O, Jildeh TR, Meldau JE, Blanchett J, Borowsky P, Muh S, Moutzouros V, Makhni EC. How Long Does It Take to Complete PROMIS Scores? Orthop J Sports Med. 2018 Aug 14;6(8):2325967118791180. doi: 10.1177/2325967118791180

  • Lewis S, Kink S, Rahl M, Nord A, Meldau J, Roberts K. Aspirin: Are Patients Actually Taking It? A Quality Assessment Study. Arthroplast Today. 2018 Sep;4(4):475-478. doi: 10.1016/j.artd.2018.07.006

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