Meet Ravand Sam Khazai, M.D

Dr. Rav Khazai is a board-certified orthopedic trauma surgeon at Panorama Orthopedics & Spine who brings extensive international experience to complex trauma care. His diverse training across continents provides him with a unique perspective and cutting-edge expertise in orthopedic trauma treatment.

Dr. Khazai’s clinical expertise spans complex fractures, particularly those of the pelvis and acetabulum, complex reconstructions, deformity correction, and limb-lengthening procedures. He is dedicated to restoring function and relieving pain, whether providing immediate care following traumatic injury or performing corrective surgery for long-term complications.

His philosophy of care centers on treating each patient as a unique individual rather than just focusing on the injury. Dr. Khazai emphasizes early mobility, stable fixation, and biologically friendly surgical techniques, including minimally invasive fracture surgery, to optimize patient outcomes. He believes in establishing personal connections with patients, recognizing that recovery is a collaborative effort, and is known for his compassionate approach in guiding patients through both the physical and emotional aspects of their healing journey.

Outside of his medical pursuits, Dr. Khazai enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife through activities like running marathons, scuba diving, and hiking.

Education/Training

Undergraduate

  • Northwestern University, Chicago 2006-2010
  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Chemistry & Mathematics
  • Minor: Political Science

Medical School

  • University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, MO 2010-2014

Residency

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, The University of Chicago Medical Center, Chicago, IL 2014-2019

Fellowship

  • Orthopaedic Trauma, The University of California Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, CA 2019-2020
  • Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois (CHUV), Lausanne, Switzerland
  • Fellowship, AO Trauma Foundation, Orthopaedic Traumatology & Septic Surgery

Honors & Memberships

  • Clinical Letters of Commendation in Surgery, Neurology, and Pediatrics (University of Missouri School of Medicine, 2013–2014)
  • Resident Representative to University of Chicago Orthopaedic Faculty (2017–2019)
  • Member, University of Chicago Promotions and Honors Committee (2014–2019)
  • Member, University of Chicago Hip Fracture Care Improvement Initiative (2016–2019)

Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Board Certified (2023–present)
  • Colorado State Medical License, Physician/Surgeon (2023–present)

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Specialties

Expertise

  • Complex fracture repair
  • Minimally invasive fracture surgery
  • Limb lengthening and deformity correction
  • Management of polytraumatized patients
  • Limb preservation

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