Posted in Orthopedic News, In the News, What's New on
Tuesday, 02 October 2012
In Celebration of the Life of Robert M. Patek (March 1, 1957 to September 28, 2012)
On Friday morning Dr. Robert Patek one of the founders of Illinois Bone and Joint Institute passed away. For those of us who knew Dr. Patek... he was a great husband, father, friend, and physician. Bob was a man who knew how to love, forgive, inspire and lead.
He will be missed, but never forgotten.
Robert M. Patek, M.D. Obituary as it appeared in the Chicago Tribune:
 Robert "Bob" Patek (1957-2012) is survived by his loving wife Linda (Ivers); daughter Laura; son Tommy; parents Robert and Marjorie; sisters Barbara (Al) and Mary Suzanne (Jim); brothers John (Carol) and Paul (Suanne); his nieces and nephews, and his entire extended family.
Bob spent his early life in Farmington Hills, MI where he was an outstanding leader and community member, and excelled in his athletic pursuits and academic work. In 1975, he enrolled on a football scholarship at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Known as "Bullet Bob" by his teammates for his intense drive and perseverance on and off the field, he wore the number 24 and was an active player and team leader. Bob developed lifelong bonds with his teammates and coaching staff, as they would go on to win three Big Ten Championships and define what it meant to be "Michigan Men".
After graduation, Bob attended the University of Michigan Medical School where he focused on orthopedic surgery. In May of 1987, he married the love of his life, Linda, and they settled in Long Grove, IL where they raised their two children, Laura and Tommy. The ultimate father, Bob and Linda loved attending tailgate parties with their daughter Laura at the University of Michigan and watching their son Tommy play football for the Big Green at Dartmouth College.
An accomplished sports medicine surgeon at Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, Bob also loved coaching youth sports and establishing strong bonds with his children's friends. He sought to be a mentor, teacher, and role model to his players while coaching football, baseball, softball, and basketball in his community. His influence will live on in the life and pursuits of the players he loved and coached. Throughout Bob's valiant battle with cancer, he remained incredibly positive and upbeat as he continued to celebrate life and inspire the family and friends he loved so dearly.
He will be remembered and cherished most as a loving father, husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend.
This information is not intended to provide advise or treatment for a specific situation. Consult your physician and medical team for information and treatment plans on your specific condition(s).
Tags M.D., Robert A. Patek, Dr. Robert Patek, sports medicine, ibji physician, Announcements, General
Posted in Community Involvement on
Sunday, 10 July 2011
Lacrosse is quickly becoming one of the most popular sports nationally and internationally. Showing a growth of 41% since 2003, it has also seen an increase in the number of injuries. According to the NCAA, this physical and fast moving sport garners a 11.5 injuries per 1000 games, 40% of which are not cause by contact with other players.
Due to the fast pace of the sport and the large, 110-yard, field, 48% of the injuries include the ankle, upper leg and knee. Shoulder injuries account for an additional 10% of the injuries, largely because every player on the field is required to throw and catch while running. With these statistics it is hardly a coincidence that the Prestige Men’s Lacrosse Club in Chicago needed orthopedic help.
Tags Lacrosse, OrthoAccess, sports medicine, Announcements, sports
Posted in What's New on
Wednesday, 22 June 2011
Okay, so maybe that's not as common a saying as it is with police; but anyone who has experienced an acute non-emergency orthopedic injury knows being able to see a competent orthopedist is critical. Whether it’s a sports, work, or hobby-related injury, being able to get immediate expert treatment is the only thing you're thinking about. You may think that you need to wait 3-4 days to see an orthopedist – but good news – that is no longer true! A new option is available.
OrthoAccess for Immediate Orthopedic Care
When you break a bone, you normally go immediately to the emergency room, where you'll spend several hours just to have x-rays taken, a cast put on, then referred to an orthopaedic specialist. Why put the extra effort, and money, into this process when you can go directly to the orthopaedist. When you have a non-emergency problem like spraining your ankle, straining a muscle, or just getting bruised during the course of your normal day, why wait a few days to see a physician? OrthoAccess is designed to provide assessment, treatment and follow-up care for most orthopedic injuries. These injuries include breaks, sprains, strains, bumps, bruises, sports injuries, and minor car accidents...just to name a few.
Melody Winter-Jabeck, Administrator of IBJI Glenview-Wilmette division, explains this ground breaking clinic like this:
"IBJI OrthoAcess will allow residents to receive immediate care for orthopedic injuries that don't necessarily warrant a lengthy and costly visit to the ER. Not only do we provide excellent immediate care, our clinic will be staffed by IBJI's world-class orthopaedic doctors, not general physicians or medical assistants."
Where is OrthoAccess?
IBJI currently offers two convenient locations serving the Northshore area:
With early morning, evenings and weekends hours, it's easy to get in right away to start the healing process sooner rather than waiting to get into a traditional clinic. With MRI and imaging centers right on site, you are well positioned with the IBJI's OrthoAccess to begin your healing journey.
Tags Immediate Orthopaedic Care, OrthoAccess, Orthopedic specialist, sports medicine
Posted in In the News on
Wednesday, 06 August 2008
The US contingent has just returned from the International Triathlon Union World Championships held in Vancouver, British Columbia. Despite very cold and rainy conditions, this was one of the more successful championships in many years. Andrew Hunt, MD, served as the Head Team Physician for the US squad as part of his duties as Medical Director for USA Triathlon, a post he has held since 2005. Team USA encompassed the Elite Men's and Women's teams, some of whose members will also compete for the US Olympic Team in Beijing this summer. Also included on the Vancouver team were the National Junior, U-23 squads, and top age-group amateurs competing for their respective world titles.
Dr. Hunt is a Sports Medicine physician with the Glenview/Wilmette division of Illinois Bone & Joint Institute. He has been on the medical staff for the Pan American Games in Rio Di Janeiro, Brazil since 2007. He also currently serves as Head Team physician for several local high schools and is an Assistant Team Physician for Northwestern University Athletics. Get more information about sports medicine at IBJI.
Tags triathlon, sports medicine, ibji physician, sports
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