Mark J. Gage

Mark J. Gage, MD, is an Associate Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics. His clinical and research focus centers on orthopaedic trauma, complex extremity reconstruction, and osteomyelitis, with additional expertise in glenohumeral and hip arthroplasty.

• Educated at New York University School of Medicine (2011)
• Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases (2011-2016)
• Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship at R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center (2016-2017)

His research spans trauma management, surgical complications, and pain mitigation strategies, particularly examining opioid demand dynamics and patient-reported outcomes. Collaborative work includes large-scale trials like PREP-IT and MARBLE, focusing on surgical site infections and postoperative cognitive dysfunction.

Recent publications highlight trends in regional anesthesia efficacy, trauma-related opioid consumption, and the development of patient-centered outcome tools such as the LIMB-Q. Grants and affiliations include support from AO North America, Coulter Foundation, and Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute.

He actively engages in teaching, dedicating ~80% of his time to clinical and educational activities at the University of Maryland.