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David Raab, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon with Fellowship Training in Sports Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery

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Practice Locations

Buffalo Grove Doctors’ Office
1450 Busch Parkway
Suite 115
Buffalo Grove IL 60089
Phone: 847-375-3000
Des Plaines Doctors’ Office
900 Rand Road
Suite 200
Des Plaines IL 60016
Phone: 847-375-3000
Highland Park Doctors’ Office
1919 Skokie Valley Road
Highland Park IL 60035
Phone: 847-375-3000
Morton Grove Doctors’ Office
9000 Waukegan Road
Suite 200
Morton Grove IL 60053
Phone: 847-375-3000

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
  • Illinois Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery Center

Meet David Raab

Biography

Dr. David Raab is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and one of the founding physicians of Illinois Bone and Joint Institute. His practice is based on a comprehensive team approach to patient education and care. Dr. Raab utilizes advanced, state-of-the-art techniques in combination with ethical decision making to ensure exceptional orthopedic care for his patients. His strong commitment to patient safety and his warm and friendly interaction with his patients make them feel like family.

Dr. Raab specializes in sports medicine in both adult and pediatric patients and provides treatment for injuries involving the rotator cuff, labrum, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and meniscus, and knee ligament reconstruction. He also performs total knee replacements and total hip replacements. He performs arthroscopic (minimally invasive) procedures, which reduce patient discomfort, side effects, and recovery times.

The son of a physician, Dr. Raab was inspired by his father’s dedication to helping people and decided to become a doctor at a young age. He educates patients and relies on the latest medical evidence to make sound, ethical treatment recommendations and regards surgery as a last option after non-surgical treatments have been tried.

Dr. Raab is an avid athlete and plays competitive tennis and paddle tennis on a regular basis. His love of sports and maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle is something he shares with his family, including his four children. His longstanding participation in these activities gives Dr. Raab an added understanding and appreciation of the importance of healthy bones and joints and helps fuel his determination to improve his patients’ conditions.

Additional Areas of Expertise

  • Cartilage Restoration Procedures
  • Knee & Hip Replacements
  • Knee Reconstruction
  • Knee, Shoulder, Hip, Ankle & Elbow Injuries
  • Sports Medicine – Adult & Pediatric
  • Arthroscopy
  • Osteoarthritis of the Knee & Hip

Philosophy of Care

There’s nothing more gratifying for me than helping my patients get back to the sports and activities they love.

Education

Fellowship
Minneapolis Sports Medicine Center
Sports Medicine
Residency
Northwestern University Medical School
Orthopaedic Surgery
Internship
Northwestern University Medical School
General Surgery
Medical School
Northwestern University Medical School

Research and Publications

ORIGINAL ARTICLES
  • Raab, D.; Fischer, D.; Smith, J., “Comparison of Arthroscopic and Open Reconstruction of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament: Early Results.” American Journal of Sports. Vol. 21:680-684, January 1993.
  • Raab, D.; Fischer, D., “Lunate and Perilunate Dislocation in Professional Football Players: Five- Year Retrospective Analysis.” American Journal of Sports Medicine. Vol. 22, No. 6,?November 1994.
PRESENTATION AT MEETINGS
  • Raab, D.; Fischer, D., “Lunate and Perilunate Dislocation in Professional Football Players: Five- Year Retrospective Analysis.” NFL Team Physicians Scientific Meeting, Indianapolis, IN, February 7, 1991.
  • Gryzlo, S.; Nuber, G.; Raab, D.; Lautenschlager, E., “Posterior Shoulder Stability: The Contribution of the Capsule to Posterior Glenohumeral Joint Stability.” Mid-America Orthopaedic Association, Palm Springs, CA, April 1991.
  • Raab, D.; Fischer, D.; Smith, J., “Comparison of Arthroscopic and Open Reconstruction of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament: Early Results.” American Academy of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Meeting, San Diego, CA, July 1992.
  • Raab, D.; Fischer, D., “Lunate and Perilunate Dislocations in Football Players: Five-Year Retrospective Analysis.” American Academy of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Meeting, San Diego, CA, July 1992.
  • Bailie, D.; Goldstein, W.; Raab, D., “Total Knee Arthroplasty after Hauser Procedure: A Report of Three Cases in Two Patients and Description of the Surgical Technique.” Poster Exhibit, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting, Orlando, FL, February 1995.
  • Goldstein, W.; Stine, J.; Butler, A.; Carlson, S.; Raab, D., “Clinical and Cost Analysis of the Extended Care Facility after Total Joint Arthroplasty: The Cost of Medicare Patient after DRG209.” Poster Exhibit, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Orlando, FL, February 1995.
  • Collinge, C.; Raab, D., “Reduction of Supracondylar and Intracondylar Femur Fractures with a Pelvic Reduction Clamp.” Poster Presentation, Orthopaedic Trauma Association Annual Meeting, Tampa, FL, October 1995.
  • Stine, J.; Goldstein, W.; Raab, D.; Patek, R.; MacGregor, L., “A Clinical and Cost Analysis of the Hip Fracture Medicare Patient: DRG Cost Effectiveness of an Implemented Case Management Algorithm.” Scientific Exhibit, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA, February 13-17, 1997.
  • Kramer, A.; Raab, D.; Kelikian, A.; Goldstein, W., “New Technique for High Tibial Osteotomy: Distraction Valgus Osteotomy with External Fixator.” Scientific Exhibit, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA, February 13-17, 1997.
  • Comisar, R.; Goldstein, W.; Raab, D.; Jimenez, M., “Unilateral Versus Bilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty in Patients 75 Years of Age and Older.” Scientific Exhibit, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA, February 13-17, 1997.
  • Raab, D.; Kelikian, A.; Kramer, A.; Goldstein, W., “New Technique for High Tibial Osteotomy: Distraction Valgus Osteotomy with External Fixation.” Video and Electronic Media Program, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA,?March 19-23, 1998.
  • Kramer, A.; Raab, D.; Kelikian, A.; Goldstein, W., “New Technique for High Tibial Osteotomy: Distraction Valgus Osteotomy with External Fixator: Two to Five Year Follow-up.” Mid-American Orthopaedic Association 16th Annual Meeting, Acapulco, Mexico, April 22-26, 1998.
  • Goldstein, W.; Raab, D.; Gleason, T.; Branson, J.; Berland, K., “Why Posterior Cruciate Retaining and Substituting Total Knee Arthroplasty Have Similar Range of Motion: The Importance of Posterior Condylar Offset and Cleanout of Posterior Condylar Space.” 73rd Annual Meeting, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, University of Illinois and Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, Chicago, IL March 22-26, 2006.

Awards

  • Class Honors/Dean’s List: 1978-1981
  • William Barnstrom Freshman Award: 1978
  • James B. Angell Scholar: 1980
  • Honors College Program: 1980-1981
  • Phi Beta Kappa: 1981

Appointments

  • Assistant Professor, Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery, Northwestern University Medical School: 1991-2010
  • Clinical Associate, University of Chicago Department of Surgery, Chicago IL: 1991-1997
  • Associate Master Instructor, Arthroscopy Association of North America
  • Instructor, Arthroscopy Association of North America Orthopaedic Learning Center
    Shoulder and Knee Arthroscopy Courses Rosemont, IL

Curriculum Vitae

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Accepted Insurance

  • Aetna EPO, HMO, PPO, POS, NAP
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO, HMO
  • Aetna Whole Health
  • Beech Street/Concentra/Viant PPO and Workers’ Compensation
  • Blue Advantage PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, BlueChoice PPO, HMO, HMOI, HMO Advantage, Blue Precision HMO, Medicare Advantage, MMAI Plan (some physicians)
  • CareIQ, Rehab for Workers Compensation
  • CCN POS
  • CCN PPO
  • Cigna HMO, PPO, POS
  • CorVel PPO, Workers’ Compensation
  • Coventry Medicare Advantage PPO, HMO
  • Coventry PPO, Workers’ Compensation
  • Encompass (surgery network for injured workers)
  • First Health PPO
  • Healthcare’s Finest Network PPO, Workers’ Compensation
  • HealthLink Plans HMO, PPO
  • HMO Illinois (some physicians)
  • Humana MMAI, HMO, POS, PPO
  • Imagine Health/Smart Network (MRI/CT Services, Rehab Services, and some Physicians)
  • Longevity Health Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Medicare
  • MedRisk (Rehab services for injured workers)
  • MultiPlan/Private Health Care Systems PPO
  • One Call Medical Network (Imaging services for injured workers)
  • One Call Care Management (Rehab services for injured workers)
  • Orchid Medical (Rehab services for injured workers)
  • PPO Next (aka HealthStar PPO, Preferred Health Network PPO)
  • Preferred Network Access PPO
  • Preferred Plan PPO
  • Premier Comp Solutions (imaging services only)
  • Savility
  • Sunrise Advantage Medicare Advantage Plan
  • Therapy Direct (Rehab services for injured workers)
  • Union Health Service
  • UnitedHealthcare HMO, Open Access, POS, PPO

IBJI providers are participating providers in the following workers’ compensation Preferred Provider Programs (PPP):

  • CorVel
  • Coventry
  • Healthcare’s Finest Network
  • MedRisk (Rehab/Work Comp)

Rehab Protocols

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Patient Story: Successful Second Knee Replacement (Glenn A.) – IBJI
Glenn received a successful second knee replacement under the care of IBJI’s Dr. David Raab. His knee replacement surgery exceeded all of his expectations…read more

Total Knee Replacement on Both Knees: Donald G’s Story
I first meet with Dr. David Raab in 2006 upon his then PA, Lisa Strada’s recommendation for knee pain. After reviewing the X-rays with the two of them it was inevitable that the knees had to be replaced because they were both bone on bone…read more

Additional Patient Feedback

“In 2017, Dr. Raab replaced my left knee using the Visionaire knee replacement system. Surgery started at 9am, in Morton Grove, and I was home watching TV at 2pm. This knee replacement was the result of a 1979 sports injury. Last year I played left field for a 60-65 year old 12″ softball team and we won the AAA National Championship. I could not have hoped for a better outcome, as I worked my way through rehabilitation. Originally, I searched the top 25 orthopedic surgeons in the US; Dr. Raab was one of two in the Chicago area. I really enjoy meeting with him on an annual basis, as he reviews how I’m doing. He deserves one of our championship jerseys, as he enabled me to play at 100 percent. Thanks Dr. Raab!” – Dennis S.

“Dr. Raab and his PA were very thorough when explaining diagnosis. They were professional, courteous, kind and empathetic. Would definitely recommend them.”

“Dr Raab and his staff is very informative and if you have questions or need them to respond to you it is within the same day you leave a message!”

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