Dr. Melander is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine at Methodist Sports Medicine Center and Indiana University School of Medicine. He was the team fellow for the 2007 Super Bowl Champion Indianapolis Colts and has experience with professional, collegiate and high school athletes.

Dr. Melander specializes in ACL reconstruction, arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, knee and hip, and the treatment of injuries in the competitive and recreational athlete. He is a member of various Sports Medicine Societies and completed an internship and residency in St. Louis, Missouri at Des Peres Hospital. He is an avid marathoner and enjoys spending time with his family.