Rex Haydon, MD, PhD

Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery

Associate Director, Molecular Oncology Laboratory

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.

Practice Locations

Center for Advanced Medicine
5758 S. Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637

The University of Chicago Medicine
5841 S. Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637

Year Started Practice

2003

Board Certification

Orthopaedic Surgery

Medical School

University of Chicago

Internship, Residency and Fellowship

The University of Chicago Medicine

Memberships

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Connective Tissue Oncology Society
Musculoskeletal Tumor Society
Orthopaedic Research Society

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Email

rhaydon@surgery.bsd.uchicago.edu

Office Phone

(773) 702-3442

Office Fax

(773) 702-4384

Office Postal Address

Rex Haydon, MD, PhD
The University of Chicago Medicine
5841 S. Maryland Avenue, MC 3079
Chicago, IL 60637

Clinical Interests

• Orthopaedic oncology
• Bone cancer
• Soft tissue tumors
• Pediatric sarcomas
• Pediatric bone tumors
• Orthopaedic surgery
• Pediatric orthopaedic surgery

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Read More About Dr. Haydon

Dr. Haydon is featured in a patient story about Kyle Harvey, a young man who battled rhabdomyosarcoma at age 5, and osteosarcoma at age 15.

Selected Publications

View a partial list of Dr. Haydon's publications through the National Library of Medicine's PubMed online database.