Colton Norton, MD
Dr. Colton Norton is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and joint preservation. He has completed his fellowship at Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center in Jackson, Mississippi.
Dr. Norton earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, where he was inducted into the AOA Honor Society. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Tennessee - Chattanooga, earning multiple awards for leadership, teaching, and humanitarian service.
A former NCAA Division I tennis athlete, Dr. Norton brings a deep understanding of sports performance to his clinical practice. His research includes publications in "Arthroscopy Techniques", "Arthroplasty Today", and the "International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training", with a focus on ACL reconstruction, joint preservation, and postoperative recovery strategies.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Norton enjoys tennis, travel, and spending time with family.
FELLOWSHIP
Mississippi Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center - Jackson, MS
EDUCATION
Medical School:
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center - Memphis, TN
Residency: The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga - Chattanooga, TN
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
CONDITIONS
Knee
- Knee arthritis and bone-on-bone knee pain
- ACL tears and ligament injuries
- Meniscus tears
- Knee pain that has not improved with injections or physical therapy
- Patellofemoral syndrome (kneecap pain)
Shoulder
- Rotator cuff tears
- Shoulder instability and recurring dislocations
- Shoulder arthritis
- SLAP tears and labral injuries
- AC joint injuries
- Biceps tendon tears
Sports Injuries
- Sports-related knee and shoulder injuries in athletes of all ages
- Return-to-sport rehabilitation planning
- Overuse injuries in active adults and youth athletes
TREATMENTS OFFERED
- Robotic-assisted knee replacement
- Total knee replacement
- Total and reverse shoulder replacement
- ACL reconstruction
- Joint preservation procedures
- Arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery
- Postoperative recovery and rehabilitation planning
FAQ's
What kind of orthopedic surgeon is Dr. Norton?
Dr. Norton is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and joint preservation.
Does Dr. Norton perform ACL reconstruction?
Yes. ACL reconstruction is a focus of his clinical practice and published research.
Does Dr. Norton treat athletes?
Yes. Dr. Norton is a former NCAA Division I tennis athlete who brings a sports performance perspective to his clinical care, treating athletes and active patients alike.
Does Dr. Norton perform robotic-assisted knee or shoulder replacement?
Yes. Robotics-assisted knee replacement and shoulder replacement are both listed among his areas of focus.
Where does Dr. Norton see patients?
Dr. Norton sees patients at OrthoSouth's Germantown, Bartlett, and Memphis-Poplar locations.
Is Dr. Norton accepting new patients?
Yes, Dr. Norton is currently accepting new patients.
