Practice Locations
1550 North Northwest Highway
Suite 220
Park Ridge, IL 60068- Phone: 847-824-3198
- Fax: 847-824-1291
Affiliated Hospitals
- Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
- Ascension Saint Alexius
- Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital
- Illinois Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery Center
- Ravine Way Surgery Center
Areas of Expertise
General Orthopedics
- Avascular Necrosis/Osteonecrosis
Hip
- Minimally Invasive, Muscle-sparing Anterior Approach Hip Replacement
- Robotic/Computer-Navigated Hip Replacement
- Outpatient Hip Replacement
- Revision Hip Replacement
- Hip Dysplasia
- Hip Fractures
- Pain/Instability after Total Hip Replacement
- Infection after Hip Replacement
Knee
- Patient-specific Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement
- Robotic Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Outpatient Knee Replacement
- Revision Knee Replacement
- Pain after Total Knee Replacement
- Infection after Knee Replacement
Biography
Dr. Kathryn L. Fideler is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in minimally invasive hip and knee replacement surgery, including both primary and revision procedures. Dr. Fideler is an expert in the direct anterior approach for hip replacement as well as patient-specific, minimally invasive techniques for partial knee replacement and total knee replacement. She is committed to staying at the forefront of the latest evidence-based advancements in joint replacement surgery and alternative treatments, ensuring that her patients receive the most advanced and personalized care available.
Dr. Fideler treats a diverse range of patients, including adults with chronic degenerative joint disease of the hip or knee, individuals experiencing debilitating joint pain, and those experiencing chronic pain after hip or knee replacement surgery. Her approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient, emphasizing improved mobility and quality of life.
Inspired by the dedication of her father, an orthopedic surgeon, and her mother, a surgical nurse, Dr. Fideler decided at a young age to pursue a career in medicine. Her choice of orthopedics stems from the deep satisfaction she finds in helping patients overcome orthopedic challenges and return to their normal daily lives. Through her practice, Dr. Fideler strives to create a compassionate and supportive environment, empowering her patients every step of the way to achieve optimal outcomes.
I believe in providing comprehensive and empathetic care to all of my patients. I pride myself in staying on the forefront of the latest, evidence-based treatment options for hip and knee conditions. I believe in educating patients on their particular condition and thoroughly discussing all treatment options, both surgical and non-surgical, so that patients can make the best decision for their particular needs."
Kathryn L. Fideler, MD, MPHEducation
Master's Degree
Columbia University Mailman School for Public Health - Epidemiology
Fellowship
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center - Orthopedic Surgery
Residency
Anderson Clinic Post-Graduate Medical Education Foundation - Adult Total Joint Reconstruction
Affiliations and Associations
- American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
- American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- Eastern Orthopaedic Association (EOA)
- The Engh Society