Paul Lewis

Board Certified Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certified Sports Medicine

About Dr. Lewis

I was born and raised in Beverly Hills, Michigan. My educational journey began in Ann Arbor, where I completed my bachelors degree at the University of Michigan. I went on to receive my Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. I was ecstatic to learn that I matched into orthopedic surgery, and my training in orthopedics began. My internship year was completed at Beaumont Farmington Hills and completed my orthopedic residency training through Michigan State University at Garden City Hospital. My fellowship in sports medicine was completed at Florida Orthopedic Institute in Tampa, Florida, where I worked with the team physicians for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Lightning, and the University of South Florida.

I have been in practice for over 20 years and specialize in the treatment of sports-related and occupational injuries including ligamentous knee injuries, rotator cuff tears, and more. In addition to soft tissue reconstruction, I also perform shoulder, knee, and hip reconstructive surgery for advanced arthritic conditions. Further, I perform general orthopedics, including carpal tunnel nerve decompression, general hand surgery, and foot and ankle care. My orthopedics training has also included advanced trauma care through the Florida Orthopedic Institute and I continue to treat trauma patients through St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital.

Currently, I am head team physician for the Orchard Lake St. Mary's Preparatory school in Orchard Lake, Michigan. I have worked with professional athletes as team physician for the Detroit Rockers, as well as collegiate and high school athletes. I recently moved my practice, Oakland Orthopedic Institute, to Rochester Hills, Michigan, where I hope to form a long lasting relationship with the community and the patients who reside there.
I have four children who all participate in various sports and academic activities. I have been involved with the kids coaching in their individual sports, including basketball, football, and lacrosse. We enjoy boating, fitness, and spending time as a family.

AFFILIATIONS

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine

Michigan Orthopedic Surgeons

St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital

Education & Training

1982-1986

Undergraduate:

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI

Dr. Lewis completed his Bachelor of Science degree at University of Michigan in 1986. He followed a pre-medical track with a concentration on psychiatry. It was his goal throughout his undergraduate career to apply to and matriculate into medical school.

1987-1991

Medical School:

Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
East Lansing, MI

Dr. Lewis completed his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1991. Osteopathic physicians (DOs) are focused on holistic healing of the patient. Like allopathic physicians (MDs), DOs are fully trained and licensed to practice medicine. MDs and DOs complete the same number of years and rigorous curriculum in medical school and train side by side in the same residency programs. Dr. Lewis strove to pursue a career in orthopedics.

1992-1996

Orthopedic Surgery Residency:

Garden City Hospital
-Garden City, MI-

Dr. Lewis' orthopedic surgery residency was completed in 1996. After completing his internship at Beaumont Farmington Hills, Dr. Lewis continued his orthopedics education and completed residency at Garden City Hospital, a Michigan State University residency program. Internship is comprised of rotations in several specialties that provide a foundation in medicine built off of knowledge gained from medical school. Orthopedic surgery residency requires 4 years of training in addition to the internship year.

1996-1997

Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship:

Florida Orthopedic Institute
Tampa, FL

Dr. Lewis trained at Florida Orthopedic Institute, completing a highly competitive fellowship in Orthopedic Sports Medicine in 1997. It was important for Dr. Lewis to have a fantastic background in general orthopedics and subspecialize further in sports medicine to provide the best care possible to his patients. Dr. Lewis is passionate about providing conservative management and minimally invasive alternatives to surgery for his patients.