Orthopedic sports medicine • Oregon
Charles J. Petit, MD
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Sports Medicine • Joint Replacement
Peer recognition
Portland Monthly Top Doctors.
Dr. Petit has been recognized by Portland Monthly as a Top Doctor in each year from 2021 through 2026.
Recent recognition plaques are shown for 2024, 2025 and 2026.
Individualized orthopedic care
Care built around the way you move.
Dr. Charles Petit is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon whose practice includes sports medicine, arthroscopic treatment of knee, shoulder and hip injuries, joint reconstruction, and fracture care.
His work with professional athletes reflects the precise evaluation, coordinated treatment and carefully planned return-to-activity approach he brings to patients at every level. Each recommendation remains specific to the patient’s diagnosis, function and goals.
Clinical focus
Shoulder, hip and knee care.
Evaluation and treatment may include nonsurgical care or surgery, depending on the condition and the individual.
Shoulder
- AC joint injuries and separation
- AC joint arthritis
- Proximal biceps injuries
- Biceps tendonitis
- Clavicle fractures
- Calcific tendonitis
- Frozen shoulder
- Rotator cuff tears
- Labral and SLAP tears
- Instability and dislocation
- Shoulder arthritis
- Shoulder and proximal humerus fractures
- Subacromial impingement
Hip
- Labral tears
- Femoroacetabular impingement
- Ischiofemoral impingement
- Iliopsoas impingement
- Trochanteric bursitis
- Gluteus medius and minimus tears
- Hip arthritis
Knee
- Anterior cruciate ligament tears
- Posterior cruciate ligament tears
- Medial and lateral collateral ligament tears
- Multi-ligament knee injuries
- Meniscus tears
- Cartilage injuries
- Articular cartilage injuries
- Osteochondral defects
- Osteochondritis dissecans
- Patellar instability
- Patellar tendon tears
- Quadriceps tendon tears
- Knee arthritis
About Dr. Petit
Advanced training. Broad orthopedic perspective.
Dr. Petit graduated from Yale University in 1999, where he was captain of the men’s basketball team. He attended the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine and completed orthopedic surgical residency through the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program.
He received advanced fellowship training in sports medicine and knee, shoulder and hip arthroscopy at the Steadman-Hawkins Clinic in Vail, Colorado. During that fellowship, he served as an associate team physician for the Denver Broncos and the U.S. Ski & Snowboard teams.
Dr. Petit’s practice includes arthroscopic care for athletes and active patients of all ages, along with knee and hip replacement and complex shoulder reconstruction. Outside medicine, his interests include fly-fishing, basketball, snowboarding and mountain biking.
Education and training
A foundation in orthopedic medicine and sports care.
Specialized training across sports medicine, arthroscopy and orthopedic surgery.
- Steadman-Hawkins Sports Medicine Fellowship Vail, Colorado • Knee, shoulder and hip arthroscopy; shoulder reconstruction • 2009
- Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program Boston, Massachusetts • 2008
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center General surgery internship • 2003–2004
- University of California, San Diego School of Medicine Doctor of Medicine • 2003
- Yale University Bachelor of Arts, Economics • 1999
Professional memberships and service
Dr. Petit’s professional memberships include the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy Association of North America and International Society for Hip Arthroscopy. His professional service also includes participation in the U.S. Ski & Snowboard physician pool.
Selected research and publications
- Biomechanical evaluation of a new technique for rotator cuff repair. American Journal of Sports Medicine.
- Dislocation and instability after arthroscopic capsular release for refractory frozen shoulder. American Journal of Orthopaedics.
- Operative treatment of intraarticular calcaneal fractures in the pediatric population. Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics.
- Arthroscopic management of osteochondral defects in the hip. Operative Techniques in Sports Medicine.
- Management of proximal humerus fractures: Surgeons don’t agree. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery.
Review the full CV for additional publications and presentations.
Patient perspectives
What patients say about their experience.
The following reviews are imported from Google and identify Dr. Petit by name. Individual experiences and outcomes vary.
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Dr Petit is an amazing surgon and person. I highly recommend him.
ValRay Sherer
April 21, 2026Dr petit did my son’s surgery a few years ago. Tibial plateau fx and he’s skiing up a storm! He just got back from Japan powder skiing…. Dr did the best job!!!
Kristy Allen
February 12, 2026Dr. Petit is the finest surgeon I have ever had, as a carpenter all my life My Rotor Cuff finally went out in my shoulder. Came highly recommended from another orthopedic chiropractor. My shoulder hasn't been better in over 30 years. Thankyou !! Everyday!
Willie Gore
November 28, 2025 -
Dr. Petit replaced an arthritic hip and knee for me in April and December 2024. Although the knee replacement took a few weeks longer to settle in than the hip, I was pain-free and walking almost immediately after each surgery. I'm so happy to feel "normal" again. I'm very grateful to Dr. Petit and all the staff (Terry the scheduler, and the MA's - Kevin, Brianna, Emily, and Daniel) who assisted me, as well as the receptionists and billing people who always responded so quickly whenever I called. Thank you!
Linda Caso
July 8, 2025Excellent surgeon!! He's a very kind and caring person. My shoulder surgery went very smooth, and my shoulder is as good as new. Highly recommend.
Theron Gerber
June 24, 2025I am about to have my 4th orthopedic surgery with Dr. Petit (both shoulders, knee and now knee replacement.) I trust him and his staff. My husband and I have been amazed by Dr Petit's manual dexterity when he gave me a cortisone injection while operating an ultrasound wand to pinpoint the location. I also appreciate having surgery at the Northwest Ambulatory Surgical Center. I feel safer than at a hospital because there's less chance of contracting an infection or illness. I feel supported in my home recovery because Dr. Petit and his staff provide me with excellent information before the surgery and call me when I'm home recovering. I am very grateful for Dr Petit's skill and kindness.
Jef & Stacy Murphy
January 19, 2025 -
Literally changed my life! After suffering for over two decades due to the negligence of a previous doctor, Dr Petit took my concerns seriously. He had me do PT but it did not help (which he was not surprised by). He then sent me to do an MRI and found several issues that required surgery which he performed. My life has improved drastically since surgery. I can do many things I haven't been able to for almost two decades. Thank you, Dr Petit!!!
A C
October 19, 2024My previous orthopedic surgeon referred me to Dr. Petit (since he specializes in complex shoulder issues). In addition, I have a connective tissue disorder (Ehlers Danlos), that can create further complications with healing ... many surgeons shy away from this patient population. I have already had 12 orthopedic surgeries- Dr. Petit has been the best surgeon I've worked with yet. He did a full shoulder replacement & delivered incredible results. I will continue to use him for any issues that may arise in the future. The staff and their follow up was stellar as well. Many thanks to all of you for a great experience! A.T.
audrey tortolani
June 1, 2024Excellent surgeon, now in line for a new knee
Jim Gale
May 8, 2024
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