Peter J Ostergaard

Peter J Ostergaard serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. His clinical and research expertise centers on hand and upper extremity surgery with specialized focus on fracture management and surgical innovation.

His educational background includes:

• BS: University of Wisconsin-Madison (2012)
• MD: Medical College of Wisconsin (2016)
• Residency: Harvard Medical School, Orthopedic Surgery (2021)
• Fellowship: Stanford University, Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery (2022)

Dr. Ostergaard's research investigates surgical approaches for distal radius fractures, complications in rheumatoid arthritis patients, and technical innovations in ulnar procedures. His work bridges clinical outcomes with biomechanical analysis to optimize upper extremity trauma care.

Recent publications (2023-2024) demonstrate consistent focus on distal radius fracture management, with recurring themes in volar approaches, complication analysis, and technical refinements for intra-articular fractures. The research portfolio shows strong emphasis on evidence-based surgical techniques and patient-specific outcome optimization.

His significant honors include:

• Bruce J. Brewer Award for Excellence in Orthopedics (2022)
• American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery Resident Member of the Month (2021)
• New England Orthopedic Society Best Research Presentation (2021)
• Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Society induction (2015)
• Gold Humanism Honor Society induction (2015)

Dr. Ostergaard maintains active roles in professional societies including the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and American Society for Surgery of the Hand, contributing to clinical guidelines and surgical education initiatives.