Matt Iorio, MD
Fellowship-trained hand and reconstructive surgeon specializing in peripheral nerve surgery, microsurgery, and complex trauma reconstruction.
Dr. Matt Iorio was born in Houston, Texas, and grew up in Phoenix, Arizona, before heading to college at the University of Chicago. He then trained at Georgetown University School of Medicine for Plastic Surgery, and the University of Washington before going to teach Plastic Surgery at Harvard Medical School and the University of Colorado.
Dr. Iorio has spent over a decade building nationally recognized programs in orthoplastic surgery, nerve surgery, wound care, and hand surgery. He became the youngest full professor in the department of surgery at the time of his academic promotion. His expertise is supported by more than 130 peer-reviewed scientific articles, 24 textbook chapters, and he is regularly sought as an expert speaker at international conferences and patient advocacy events.
What drives Dr. Iorio is his work with patients, listening to their goals, solving difficult problems,
and providing care that improves their daily lives. His practice philosophy combines evidence-based
medicine with compassionate, patient-centered care. Whether treating acute trauma, chronic pain, or
patient rejuvenation, Dr. Iorio partners with patients to develop personalized treatment plans that restore function and improve quality of life.
And when not in the operating room, he enjoys exploring the outdoors — camping, off-roading, and anything his dogs want to do.
Advancing the Field
Dr. Iorio's research focuses on improving surgical outcomes and developing innovative techniques in hand and nerve surgery.
View Publications
Targeted Muscle Reinnervation for Phantom Limb Pain
Outcomes After Nerve Transfer for Radial Nerve Palsy
Microsurgical Free Flap Reconstruction in Complex Trauma
Peripheral Nerve Compression: Diagnostics and Algorithms
Education and Experience
A career shaped by curiosity, dedication to teaching, and commitment to advancing patient care
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine
Georgetown University Hospital
Plastic Surgery Residency
University of Washington
Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship
Harvard Medical School | Associate Professor
Developed programs in hand and microsurgery; led national efforts in peripheral nerve reconstruction.
University of Colorado | Professor
Recruited to build hand, nerve, and orthoplastic programs; promoted from Associate to full Professor.
Peak Rejuvenation | Physician
Now practicing in the Four Corners region, offering the same high-level academic care with a focus on function, outcomes, and quality of life.
Professional Societies
- American Society for Surgery of the Hand | ASSH
- American Association for Hand Surgery | AAHS
- American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery | ASRM
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons | ASPS
- American Council of Academic Plastic Surgeons | ACAPS
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Società Italiana di Chirurgia della Mano | SICM
Italian Society for Surgery of the Hand
Clinical Leadership Roles
- Director | Plastic Hand Surgery
- Director | Orthoplastic Surgery
- Co-Director | Microsurgery & TMR
- Co-Director | Wound Care Program
- Associate Program Director | Plastic Surgery Residency Program
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (2014-2017)
University of Colorado Hospitals (2018-2025)
Board Certification
American Board of Plastic Surgery
Diplomate (ABPS)
Specialized Fellowship Training
Honors & Achievements
Recognition for contributions to surgical education, research innovation, and advancing patient care
Microsurgery Researcher
Ranked # 15 Worldwide by ScholarGPS
Teacher of the Year
2011, 2022 & 2025
Publications
Peer-reviewed articles
+ 24 book chapters
Complete Honors & Awards
Teacher of the Year Award
2025Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Colorado Hospital
Outstanding teacher
Hand Surgery Research All Star
2025Avant-garde Health Research All-Stars
Top 2-3% contributor to published Hand Surgery research nationwide
IMPACT Award
2025University of Colorado Hospital
Medical staff award that recognizes impressive actions for the Osseointegration Program
Top Scholar
2024ScholarGPS
Top 0.5% of all scholars worldwide (ranked #15) over 5 years amongst research in "Microsurgery"
Teacher of the Year Award
2022Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Colorado Hospital
Outstanding teacher
Blue Ribbon Article
2017ORTHOPEDICS, Journal July/August 2017
Young Leaders Award
2016American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH)
Academic Achievement Award
2013Department of Plastic Surgery, Georgetown University Hospital
Awarded for highest research productivity
Adrian E. Flatt 30th Annual Scholarship
2012American Foundation for Surgery of the Hand
Academic Achievement Award
2012Department of Plastic Surgery, Georgetown University Hospital
Awarded for highest research productivity
Outstanding Paper Presentation
2011American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Annual meeting presentation award
Outstanding Resident Teacher Award
2011Department of Plastic Surgery, Georgetown University Hospital
Outstanding teacher
Adrian E. Flatt 29th Annual Scholarship
2011American Foundation for Surgery of the Hand
Academic Achievement Award
2011Department of Plastic Surgery, Georgetown University Hospital
Awarded for highest research productivity
Adrian E. Flatt 28th Annual Scholarship
2010American Foundation for Surgery of the Hand
Magna Cum Laude
2007Georgetown University School of Medicine
MD, Doctor of Medicine
Cum Laude
2002University of Chicago
BA, Biology
Innovation, Leadership and Collaboration
Dr. Iorio extends his impact beyond patient care through executive leadership, medical device development, and expert consultation
Chief Medical Officer
CBMD
Leading clinical strategy and product development for physician-formulated, medical-grade topical CBD therapeutics. Bridging evidence-based medicine with cannabinoid science to develop innovative solutions for pain management and post-surgical recovery.
Medical Device Innovation
Collaborating with leading companies to advance surgical technologies in nerve repair, tissue regeneration, and reconstructive surgery.
- AxoGen® — Peripheral nerve repair
- Integra LifeSciences® — Tissue regeneration
- AlloSource® — Allogenic reconstruction
Medical-Legal Consultation
Providing expert consultation in complex surgical cases, drawing on extensive clinical experience and published research in hand surgery, nerve reconstruction, and microsurgical techniques.
Areas of Expertise
- • Hand surgery & microsurgery
- • Peripheral nerve reconstruction
- • Complex trauma & limb salvage
- • Standard of care evaluation
Procedures
- • Expert testimony
- • Medical record review
- • Case consultation