Dr. Olivia Cheng provides consultation and treatment for patients with musculoskeletal and sports-related issues. She completed her medical and orthopaedic surgery training at the University of Toronto and became a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada in 2009. Dr. Cheng completed fellowship training in trauma and upper limb reconstruction at St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto. In 2010 she moved to Collingwood with her husband, Dr. Todd Starr, and has established a successful orthopaedic practice.

Current Professional Affiliations and Appointments

• Orthopaedic Surgeon – Collingwood General and Marine Hospital (2010 – )
• Associated Professor (Adjunct), Queen’s University (2017-)
• Associated Professor (Adjunct), McMaster University (2017-)
• Orthopaedic Surgeon – Georgian Bay General Hospital, Midland (2012 – )
• Climate Action Committee – Canadian Orthopaedic Association (2025-)
• Osteoporosis Surgeon Leader – Collingwood General and Marine Hospital (2024-)
• Clinic Advisory Team – MOH-OH Joint Working Group (2024-)
• Regional Coordinated Access, Orthopaedic Surgeon Champions Working Group, Central Region Tri-Chair (2024-)
• Comprehensive HHR Advocacy Working Group (2023-)
• Accreditation Canada Surveyor (2023-)
• Emerging Learders’ Committee Chair, Canadian Orthopaedic Association (2023-)
• Chief of Surgery – Collingwood General and Marine Hospital (2018-)
• Program Lead – Peer Health Initiative (2017-)
• Trainer – Crucial Conversations, Vital Smart (2013)
• Clinic partner – Orthopaedic Sports Institute (2014 –)
• Advanced Trauma Life Saving Instructor, American College of Surgeons (2008-)

Education

• Emerging Leaders Program – Canadian Orthopaedic Association (2022-2023)
• Surgical Leadership – Harvard Medical School (2018-2019)
• Upper Extremity and Trauma Fellowship – St. Michael’s Hospital (2009 – 2010)
• Fellow of Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada (2009)
• Orthopaedic Surgery Residency – Toronto (2004 – 2009)
• Orthopaedic Registrar Exchange – Wellington Hospital, New Zealand (2007 – 2008)
• Doctor of Medicine – University of Toronto (2000 – 2004)
• Bachelor of Science, Honours in Human Kinetics – University of Ottawa (1994 – 1999)

Continuing Medical Education

• Licensing Medical Council of Canada – Part I (2004)
• Licensing Medical Council of Canada – Part II (2005)
• AO North America – Principles of Fracture Management – Toronto ( 2004)
• AO North America – Advanced Principles and Techniques of Operative Fracture Management – Toronto (2006)
• Principles of Surgery Exam – Royal College of Canada (2006)
• Advanced Trauma Life Support – University of Toronto (2006)
• Orthopaedic Trauma Association – Basic Fracture Course, Chicago – Illinois (2005)
• Orthopaedic Trauma Association – Comprehensive Fracture Course for Residents – San Diego, California (2007)
• The Canadian Orthopaedic Association – Annual Basic Science Course, Edmonton (2008)
• Canadian Orthopaedic Resident Trauma Review Course – Toronto (2008)
• Current Concepts in Joint Replacement (2008)
• College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (2009)
• 26th Annual Upper Extremity Update – University of Toronto (2010)
• Arthrex Shoulder/ Knee Lab – Toronto (2010)
• Advanced Upper Extremity Cadaver Course – Miami, Florida (2013)
• Vital Smart – Crucial Conversation (2014)
• Vital Smart – Crucial Conversation Trainer (2014)
• Ontario Medical Association – Crucial Accountability (2016)

Abstract/Research

• Primary fracture risk screening in Total hip and total knee replacement patients (2024)-  Awarded Canadian Orthopaedic Association Community Research Grant
• Knowledge-guide deep learning framework on limited-size database and its applications for distal radius fracture identification (2023)
• Closing the gap in osteoporosis care (2024)
• Virtual care experiences of long term care homes in Toronto: an explorative survey (2023)
• Identifying hip fractures in the pre-hospital setting using a screening tool. (2021)
• Utilization of telemedicine in addressing musculoskeletal care gap in long-tern care patients (2020)
• Comparing hip fracture-to surgery time between hospital with and without orthopaedic service (2020)
• Computer-Aided Diagnostic System for Distal Radius Fracture – Manuscript pending (2009)
• Two year follow-up of operative versus nonoperative treatment of acute clavicle fracture (2009)
• Total shoulder replacement versus hemi-arthroplasty in the treatment of shoulder osteoarthritis (2009)
• Telemedicine is effective in the reduction of patient care costs for hip fracture patients (2018) – Awarded Canadian Orthopaedic Association Community Research Grant
• Peer Health Initiative – Presented at the Institute of Healthcare Improvement (2018)

Active Membership: Professional

• Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
• Canadian Medical Association
• Ontario Medical Association
• Canadian Orthopaedic Association
• Ontario Orthopaedic Association
• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• Health Volunteers Overseas
• Canadian Society of Physician Executives

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Notice for New Patients

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Cheng, please note the following requirements as per OHIP guidelines:

Updated Imaging: Patients must have recent imaging (e.g., X-ray, MRI, or CT scan) dated within the past six months.
Referral Requirement: A referral from your primary care physician or specialist is required to consult with Dr. Cheng.

Ensuring these requirements are met will help us provide you with the most accurate assessment and effective care plan.
If you have any questions, please contact our office for further assistance.