Melissa Erickson, MD, MBA

1/ For women considering surgery: a 🧵 I don’t want to lie and say it was easy becoming a spine surgeon. It wasn’t. I worked hard and appreciated the support from my husband, family and friends. There were plenty of moments I wondered if I made the right choice.

Say hello to our March Medical Student Member of the month: Hunter Czajkowski, MPH! Hunter knew she wanted to pursue orthopaedics since she was 15, inspired by the field’s ability to restore function. Learn more: bit.ly/4sEG0DQ

Extremely grateful and blessed to match into #OrthopaedicSurgery! After years of hard work and unwavering support from my family and mentors, this moment feels surreal. Excited for what’s ahead🙏🏽#Match2026

Honored to be matching into SURGERY! So grateful to the mentors, friends, and family who supported me along the way ❤️‍🔥 @TheNRMP @WomenSurgeons @DukeMedSchool #Match2026

#Matchday2026 THANK YOU GOD! My biggest dream has come true!🤎 I’m going to be an Orthopedic Surgeon! #orthopedicsurgery #orthomatch

Been a while, but have been busy working on becoming an orthopaedic surgeon!!!!!! #match2026

I matched into orthopaedic surgery 🤍🦴 !!!!!!!!! A dream come true. Surreal as ever. #matchday2026 #orthopaedicsurgery @RockyVistaU

I'm going to be an orthopedic surgeon!!! #Match2026 #ortho #orthotwitter #meded

I matched! Grateful for the family support that got me here. Shoutout to my classmates and future orthopedic surgeons! #orthomatch #match2026 #GodisGood

I’m going to be an orthopedic surgeon!!! Best day ever #orthomatch #match2026

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This International Women’s Day we thank the ABOS Residents, Candidates, and Diplomates who make the world a better place by protecting the public. #IWD2026

Honored to serve as the next President of @AAHKS and the second female president in its history. I look forward to advancing surgeon well-being, addressing burnout, promoting equity, and strengthening the future of hip & knee arthroplasty for the patients we serve. @womenAAHKS

@moutzouros always a pleasure, friend! Preferably over bourbon 🥃 next time! @AAOS1 #Orthopedics #spinesurgery #sportssurgery

Hanging with Skeletoni & friends at @AAOS1 #shenanigans #musculoskeletalhealth #balance #orthopedicsurgery

@jointdocShields Ha- picked my hotel hoping to be the least gym packed… have not made it to the gym yet 🫠

Ortho conference. Gyms are packed at 5am I’m sure there is a joke in there somewhere

Lots of fun talking about Leveling Up With Social Media with my practice partner, Dr. Kamran Hamid! Key points ✳️Get started ✳️Follow people / groups who share your interests ✳️Post regularly ✳️Create consistent & authentic content ✳️Have fun! #AAOS2026 #sportssurgeon

#AAOS2026…we are into YOU! 🫵

Join us as we celebrate the many ways women have shaped Duke Health. We honor the pioneers & we recognize the extraordinary women who continue their legacy now legacy w/ integrity, vision, and purpose. Our collective commitment moves us forward – together. #WomensHistoryMonth

Pizza puffs and Chicago dogs … formative childhood memories On my list next time in Chi- town