Jeff Shilt, M.D.
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| Gender | Male |
|---|---|
| Industry | Science |
| Occupation | Orthopaedic Surgeon |
| Location | Boise, Idaho, United States |
| Introduction | Dr. Shilt is the Director of Gait Lab at St. Luke's Childrens Hospital in Boise, Idaho. After nearly 10 years in academic medicine as the residency program director and an Assoc. Professor at Wake Forest University, he transitioned to his current position that allows both the practice of Adult & Pediatric Orthopaedics as well as the expansion of his practice in Endurance Sports Medicine. He has given over 100 presentations internationally, authored more than 30 articles, 5 chapters and has been the primary or co-investigator on research grants totaling more than $1 million. He co-authored a chapter in Joe Friel and Gordo Byrn's book, Going Long. He is currently working with Team Exergy, a professional cycling team based in Boise, ID. Dr. Shilt has qualified for the world Ironman Championship in Hawaii, Xterra World Championship in Maui, ITU Age Group World Championship, the Boston Marathon, and won the coveted "big buckle" at the Leadville 100 Mountain Bike Race. Dr. Shilt has been chosen as one of the "Best Doctors in America" a distinction only 4% of all physicians in the United Stages are selected. |