Practice Locations
Affiliated Hospitals
- Evanston Hospital - NorthShore University Health System
- Glenbrook Hospital - NorthShore University Health System
- Illinois Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery Center
- Ravine Way Surgery Center
Areas of Expertise
- Arthroscopy
- Tendon & Ligament Reconstruction
- Foot & Ankle Reconstruction
- Sports Injuries of the Foot & Ankle
- Acute & Chronic Conditions
- Fracture Care
- Independent Medical Evaluations (IME)
- PRP & Biologics
- MIS (Minimally Invasive Surgery)
Biography
Board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Amy Jo Ptaszek, specializes in treating foot and ankle disorders. As a published research professional with immeasurable knowledge on foot health, particularly regarding the impact of footwear, Dr. Ptaszek brings a wealth of expertise to those she cares for.
Dr. Ptaszek is skilled in arthroscopic surgical techniques that are known to minimize incisions and the amount of tissue that must be cut. When it comes to providing care, Dr. Ptaszek always begins by exploring conservative treatment options before suggesting anything more invasive. She takes the time and effort necessary to make sure she fully understands the expectations of each of her patients. Stressing the importance of patient empowerment, she ensures that each of her patients understands their particular condition, recommended treatment plan, the impact it will play professionally and personally, and the subsequent rehabilitation process that will be required. As well, Dr. Ptaszek emphasizes early rehabilitation to minimize time in a cast or splint.
Along with her many accomplishments, Dr. Ptaszek has collaborated with athletic trainers to design a patented soccer cleat for a more structured fit in order to prevent Achilles tendinopathy. With a passion for youth athletics, she serves as an associate team doctor for high school sports. She provides foot and ankle care to high school sports teams such as Glenbrook South. In addition, Dr. Ptaszek was instrumental in the establishment of a sports center in Glenview that not only features sports fields that are open to the public but also provides education on athletic training and health to the community.
Other Information
Dr. Ptaszek participates in our OrthoAccess walk-in clinic hours.
I know what it’s like to be injured and recover. I try to help my patients make the best decision about how to proceed."
Amy Jo Ptaszek, MDMy Team
Education
Medical School
Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Internship
Northwestern University
Residency
Northwestern University - General Surgery
Fellowship
Baylor University Medical Center - Orthopedic Surgery
- Ptaszek, AJ, Brodsky, JW, Morris, SG: “Revision 1st MTP Arthrodesis with ICBG” Foot & Ankle International, 1999
- Ptaszek, AJ, “Hallux Varus” in eMedicine.com edited by Behrens, FF: Section of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2001.
- Reddy, V, Fukuda, T, Ptaszek, AJ: “Calcaneus Malunion and Nonunion” Foot and Ankle Clinics Quarterly, March 2007; Vol. 12, No. 1:125-135.
- Ptaszek, AJ: “The Infected Calcaneus” Foot and Ankle Clinics Quarterly, pending 2007
- Ptaszek, AJ: “Talus Fracture and Reconstruction” AAOS/OTA Lecture Series, 2007
- Benson, LS, Ptaszek, AJ: “Injection vs. Surgery in the Treatment of Trigger Finger.” J Hand Surgery 1997; 22A: 138-144.
- Ptaszek, AJ, Brodsky, JW, Morris, SG: “Midfoot Field Block Anesthesia with Monitored IV Sedation in Forefoot Surgery.” Foot & Ankle International, 1999; 20, 9:583-586.
- Thornton, SJ, Cheleuitte, D, Ptaszek, AJ, Early, JS: “Treatment of Open Intra-articular Calcaneal Fractures: Evaluation of a Treatment Protocol Based on Wound Location and Size” Foot and Ankle International, May 2006; Vol. 27, No. 5:317-323.
- Sanders, TG, Ptaszek, AJ, Morrison, WB: “Fracture of the Lateral Process of the Talus: Appearance at MR Imaging and Clinical Significance.” Skeletal Radiology, 1999.
- Ptaszek, AJ: Case Report: “Primary Tibiocalcaneal Arthrodesis with Interposition Fibular Strut Autograft for Comminuted Talus Fracture.” J Orthopaedic Trauma, 1999; Vol. 13, No. 8:589-592.
- Ptaszek, AJ, Aminian, A, Schneider, JS, Milos, S: “Lateral Plantar Artery Pseudoaneurysm After Calcaneal Osteotomy: A Case Report” Foot and Ankle International, Feb. 2006; Vol. 27, No. 2:141-143. Amy Jo Ptaszek, MD 5
- Ptaszek, AJ: “Talus Fracture and Reconstruction” In OKU (Orthopedic Knowledge Update 4) Edited by or Dr. Michael Pinzur 2008
- Ptaszek, AJ: “Sports Related Foot and Ankle Injuries in Women” AAOS Monograph series, 2008
- Ptaszek, AJ: “Foot & Anke Disorders” In Miller’s Review of Orthopedics Edited By Dr Mark Miller 2000
- NorthShore University Health System, Senior Attending Staff, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Senior Clinician Educator University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine; 2012-Present
- Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Northwestern University Medical School-Chicago, IL 2003-2009
- Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Foot & Ankle Service: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School – Dallas, TX, 2000-2002
- Chief, Foot and Ankle Service: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery US Air Force/Wilford Hall Medical Center – Lackland Air Force Base, TX, 1997-2000
- Assistant Professor of Surgery: Uniformed Services, University of the Health Sciences – Bethesda, MD, 1998-200
- Instructor, AOFAS Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Care Courses, 2004
- Instructor, UTSW Orthopaedic Review Courses, 2002
View Dr. Ptaszek's Media
Dr. Ptaszek Intro
29 IBJI Physicians Chosen as 'Top Docs' by Chicago Magazine
IBJI Physicians Named to Chicago Magazine's 2020 List of "Top Docs for Fitness Junkies"
Read this blogger’s review of Trooz Cleats — Dr. Ptaszek was a collaborator on this new soccer cleat designed specifically for women.
Patient Feedback
Want to share your patient story for Dr. Ptaszek? Complete this form.
"Dr. Ptaszek was just amazing. She not only explained to me the context of my fracture but also gave me a hug at the end of our consult. She was warm and friendly. She made something painful a total delight. She is the best!"
"Dr. Ptaszek is extremely thorough and very easy to talk to – addresses all concerns."
"Dr. Ptaszek is absolutely wonderful! She performed double bunionectomies on my feet in 2008. The follow up care was superb."