Cameron Barton, MD

Dr. Cam Barton is a board certified, fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in partial knee replacement, minimally invasive total knee replacement, hip replacement, and revision surgery of the hip and knee. He uses the anterior approach or the posterior approach for hip replacement surgery, depending on the patient’s evaluation and preference.

Dr. Barton is a specialist in outpatient hip and knee replacement, utilizing minimally invasive techniques to help his patients recover quickly and return to their favorite activities faster. Dr. Barton believes that patient education and discussion of all available options is crucial to both patient satisfaction and great outcomes. His goal for outpatient surgery is “home the same day as surgery to recover in the comfort of your own home.” He offers joint replacement surgery at Missoula Bone & Joint Ambulatory Surgery Center, and Providence St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula.

For total knee replacement surgery, he specializes in advanced techniques, including the quad-sparing subvastus approach that preserves the quadriceps muscle. By minimizing muscle disruption, this technique is designed to support less post-operative pain, improved early mobility, and a smoother recovery. Dr. Barton is committed to using modern, evidence-based surgical methods to help patients return to an active, pain-free lifestyle.

Since joining Missoula Bone & Joint, Dr. Barton has performed over a thousand joint replacement surgeries; knee replacement, partial knee replacement, hip replacement and revisions. This includes over 500 anterior hip replacements. Currently, he performs 2-3 partial knee replacement surgeries each month. This procedure is ideal for select candidates whose arthritis affects only one compartment of the knee, preserving more of the natural joint. To read what other patients are saying about the care and surgical excellence they have received from Dr. Barton, please scroll down the page to read patients' public Google Reviews. To find out if you’re a candidate for replacement surgery and learn more about Dr. Barton’s surgical expertise, please schedule an appointment to discuss your options.

Cameron Barton attended medical school at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in 2016. After medical school, he moved to Iowa to complete orthopedic surgery residency in 2021 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Dr. Barton finished his training at Rush Midwest Orthopedics in 2022 after completing a fellowship in Adult Reconstruction (hip and knee replacement).

Dr. Barton was born and raised in Monument, Colorado where he spent most of his time outdoors enjoying mountain biking, snowmobiling, skiing, and hiking. These outdoor passions eventually culminated in downhill mountain bike racing for the University of Colorado Cycling Team during his undergraduate years. He enjoys treating patients in Montana, and he looks forward to helping his patients get back to enjoying their favorite activities and returning to work.

Dr. Barton and his wife Aubrey Barton, who is a Physician Assistant at Missoula Bone & Joint have two daughters, who are the light of their lives and greatest accomplishments to date. He also enjoys hiking, biking, and skiing in the Montana wilderness.

Medical School: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, 2011-2016

Residency: University of Iowa Orthopedic Surgery, 2016-2021

Fellowship: Adult Reconstruction, Rush Midwest Orthopaedics, Chicago, IL, 2021-2022

State Licensed: Montana

Joined Practice: 2022

Professional Organizations:

• American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
• American Association of Hip & Knee Surgeons
• Montana Medical Association

DR. BARTON’S TEAM

Tasha is the dedicated orthopedic assistant for Dr. Barton’s patients. Tasha works closely with Dr. Barton to make sure that each patient’s needs are met. If you have questions or concerns you can call Tasha directly at (406) 829-5566.

Riley Terry is a Physician Assistant, PA-C, who works closely with Dr. Barton in both surgery and the clinic. Riley can provide a comprehensive evaluation of your knee and hip and present you with treatment options to manage your knee or hip pain.

PATIENT EDUCATION HANDOUTS AND VIDEOS

Dr. Barton was interviewed by NBC Montana to introduce the robotic-assisted surgery for hip replacement. Watch it here:

https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/joint-replacement-surgery-enhanced-by-new-robotic-technology-in-missoula

Dr. Barton was interviewed on HealthBreak to explain about anterior approach hip joint replacement surgery and partial knee joint replacement surgery: