Ashlee, 37, has to be able to run – fast – on dirt, grass, and artificial turf, even if it’s wet and slippery. She has to start in quick bursts, pivot and stop on a dime. She runs dashes often and trains frequently. But Ashlee isn’t your typical athlete. […]
In early 1964, Cathy Smithers was an aspiring Olympian, skiing the slopes of Vermont with a close-knit group of friends who trained together. Her specialties were slalom, giant slalom and downhill. […]
One evening in early February, my wife and I were headed to our seats in Welsh-Ryan Arena at Northwestern University to watch a basketball game. […]
I had terrible shoulder pain and could no longer ignore it. X-rays and an MRI revealed advanced osteoarthritis in my shoulder that would require the replacement of the ball and socket of that joint. […]
For more than 40 years, Grayslake resident Dan Chesman, 63, struggled with residual pain from a severe ankle injury he suffered in a toboggan accident as a young man. […]
Dr. Williams is a PHENOMENAL hand surgeon. I had to have two operations 11 months apart. His work was brilliant, perfect, and I have NO scarring at all. Only two small, ruler-straight, very faint white lines that only show up under strong direct lighting. And my hand works perfectly. Add to this the fact that he has an extraordinary team and is just a great and humble guy, you couldn't ask for better. And no, I am not related to him or a personal friend. I was recommended to him by my first hand doctor, a pediatric surgeon who went to Dr. Williams to fix his hand. That was endorsement enough for me.
From the age of 10 I have literally been playing tennis, training and working on my legs to prepare me for a lifetime of professional sports. […]
Davina is thankful for IBJI and the OrthoHealth program. She lost 52 pounds and no longer takes pain medication. Watch her video to learn more.
Like many people, Debra Stewart had lived with back pain for years. Several of her vertebrae were starting to compress, causing occasional discomfort in her lower back and one of her legs. […]
I would like to share my story on how the OrthoHealth Program at IBJI has changed my life. […]
A 10-month-old girl who was born with four legs and two spines is doing remarkably well following a complex surgery that took place on March 8. IBJI’s Eric Belin, M.D., was the orthopedic surgeon on the surgical team assembled to operate on Dominique, an infant born in west Africa with an exceptionally rare condition. […]
I ruptured my Achilles in mid January (mid-substance tear). Dr Vora repaired the rupture with sutures within a week. […]
Extremely pleased with my surgery, After diagnosis and commitment to have total knee replacement, I began my journey with IBJ educational information, including video of procedure i was anticipating. Pre-surgical checklist and Postoperative appointments were scheduled. Internet resources were available. Antibiotic information was provided. A customized care coordination plan was set with Feb 4th, 2019 surgery date, Home Health scheduled on Feb 7th with Aspire Home Health including nursing and physical therapy beginning immediately. Aspire Home Health was extremely competent, making my recovery easy, re-evaluating all my medications with focus on pain management, wound care, strengthening exercises and safety. Daily questionnaire from Dr. Jimenez with focus on my progress came from IBJ and ortho team. My range of motion was [...]
I came to IBJI for PT for knee pain. Annette Egel and Stephanie Fitch were my physical therapists. […]
Gregg Rappe was on his way to high school football practice back in 1973 when a car ran a stop sign and broadsided the motorcycle he was riding. He suffered multiple injuries, the most severe one being his left ankle, which was virtually shattered. […]
Gretchen Jacobs, 55, was starting over. She had two kids in college and had just moved to Chicago from the suburbs. Gretchen knew the bone and joint care she needed was long overdue. […]
Dr. Vora is a spectacular doctor who wants to do what is right by the patient, not the practice. I had two previous ankle surgeries at RUSH, however, the damage of my ankle was so much worse that RUSH’s two operations would’ve never worked because I needed an entire ankle allograft. Before my surgery with Vora I couldn’t even walk a mile without my ankle swelling like a balloon, which was not ideal being an elite 20-year-old athlete; but now, a year later, I am able to do any activity without any pain what-so-ever. It’s such a night and day difference. Lastly, Vora cares so much about the patient at hand and uses surgery as a last resort, plus he's [...]
Howard Weil was hitting tennis balls with a friend when the shoulder pain that had been bothering him grew so intense that tears started streaming down his face. […]
Jade Ortiz, 17, has been dancing as long as she remembers. She performed in the Joffrey Ballet’s Nutcracker Suite at age 12 and competes all over the country each month. […]
Dr. Peter Thadani gave me back my active life! My hip discomfort began twenty years ago, and by 2017, the pain had become so severe that I had given up many many activities that I used to enjoy, especially traveling with my family and taking daily long walks with my husband. Climbing the stairs to our bedroom had become a slow and dreaded process, inactivity had caused weight gain, and my condition was affecting our family’s travel choices. I knew it was time to consider hip replacement. I made an appointment to see Dr. Thadani, an expert in “anterior approach” hip replacement surgery - a method that I heard results in a shorter hospital stay and swifter recovery. Dr. Thadani [...]
Simple story, I was young and dumb running 18 marathons since 1991 until 2004 finishing 15 of them. The knee pain started long before the last marathon. […]
The full-blown pain Jesse Manarang lived with for two years began gradually. It started in his early 40’s, with tingling and numbness in the index, middle and ring fingers of both hands. […]
Recently I hurt my back for the first time. Waking up the next morning, I was in great pain, and almost unable to move. This was also 3 days before my wife and I were taking a 3 week bicycle trip celebrating her recent retirement. I was eventually able to get myself to the IBIJ OrthoAccess facility in Glenview. Fantastically, they got me in within minutes, gathering my information and getting an initial set of x-rays as quickly and easily as I could imagine. Once back in the examination room and after only a short wait, I met with Dr. Gary Shapiro, a spine specialist. After reviewing the x-rays, Dr. Shapiro very patiently listened to the story, asked great questions [...]
Joe Simz, 45, feels he “won the lottery” becoming a Chicago firefighter/EMT. After taking the qualifying exam in the mid-90’s and hearing nothing back, he ended up working for a local utility company. Then one day out of the blue, the call came. […]
Both knees replaced. Best thing I ever had done. Can walk and resume my normal activities. […]
My name is Kim Davila, patient for Dr. Joseph D’Silva, MD. I have been under his care for over five years for my knee. I am now able to exercise, take long walks, attend Zumba, salsa, and belly dancing classes. I am 63 years old and a retired government employee of 33 years. I am now able to enjoy my retirement due to my knee care from Dr. D’Silva. I am so grateful to him, I have also lost 50 pounds during his care.
Lonnie Smith, 71, is a man of action. For 22 years, he’d worked as a paramedic and fireman. He enjoyed outdoor activities and liked to build and repair homes, work that often found him climbing on roofs and doing heavy lifting. […]
I had bilateral knee replacement in May, 2011. […]
Last March, my mother saw Dr. Mikhael for fractures in the C1 and C2 regions. […]
By the last month before a total hip replacement, in order to get up from a sitting position without a cane, I had to put my weight on my hands flat on the floor until able to pull up to standing position. Pain was a 98 out of 100. Three months, to the day, post surgery, Dr. Hill cleared me for my old exercise; I was at Zumba that night! Took about a month after that to get stamina back. Pain is now a zero out of 100. Zero. Bear in mind, the first weeks post surgery are surprisingly painful, but the HUGE difference is every day brings improvement. Do exactly what your doctor and PT tell you to, and [...]
Mandi Fier was 23 years old when she and her fiancé were in a near fatal car accident. First responders on the scene used the “Jaws of Life” to extricate Mandi from the wreckage. […]
In March of 2017 I had my knee replaced. For over a year I suffered with chronic pain/swelling of my leg and burning. I had three other surgeries and even a nerve block. The original surgeon never ordered a CT scan as recommended by the consulting physician he recommended. Finally, in March 2018 I had a CT and it was noted the cement of the device was not holding. I could actually feel the device mobile in my leg. Because I was crying daily in pain, one doctor deferred me to go to the Mayo clinic for treatment. He also missed diagnosed me as having chronic pain syndrome, even though I had told him I was assessed for that and [...]
Dear Dr. Beigler, This Thanksgiving season I count you and your extended team among my many blessings. […]
Since 2016, three sets of initials have made a great positive impact on my physical health and my mental outlook: IBJI, OHP, and HPI. While I had been moderately active in sports through college, by the time I completed some professional degrees, got married, and was working, most of my leisure time was spent eating, reading, and passively watching sports on TV. Over the years my physical condition become so poor that I could not walk easily or get out of a chair without requiring assistance and feeling pain. Although I could still work at my desk, I was burden to myself and loved ones and was depressed. In 2017, I was referred to IBJI- The Illinois Bone and Joint [...]
These are the words of a grateful mother for the exceptional orthopedic care received for her son Ned Bryant. […]
In July of 2009 I was in a motor vehicle accident. My left lower leg and ankle were crushed. […]
The Hoffman Estates resident plays competitive tennis several times a week. She hits the slopes with her family every winter and spring on visits with her grown children in Colorado. And summer? Golf, of course. […]
Paul Caldwell was returning home one evening last spring when a reckless driver nearly ended his life. […]
Dr. Sherman determined that I had a 90% tear in my left shoulder. My concern was my golf game! […]
I have been physically active practically all my life. My main love was swimming. […]
After dealing with severe sciatic pain down my left leg for about a month, I decided to visit Dr. Regan. […]
For years, Stella Housakos, 86, and her husband split their time between sunny Florida and a home in north suburban Chicago. […]
Life was never easy especially if you have a congenital shoulder dislocation. My husband went through this multiple times. He needed surgery. We heard about IBJI and it was a tough decision to make who is the right surgeon to choose. I personally know 4 patients who used the institution and was a terrific success. We prayed for guidance, wisdom and direction. A clear, warm feeling touched our hearts. We chose Dr. Gregory Portland for the job. Equipped with a sea of knowledge, latest technology, an unparalleled execution of his medical equipment, the surgery was a success. Life was back to normal. The intermitent worries, exceeding pains and suffering during dislocation were gone. This was possible because of the stellar [...]
I could barely walk and I was crying when I walked in IBJI. Asked to see a doctor and Dr. Brian Clay treated me over a period of several months. He was fabulous. I had several things going on besides a pinched nerve. I had three injections and therapy. I am 70 years old and very active. I occasionally do the exercises I learned in therapy, I am careful about certain movements concerning my back, but I have been totally free from that excruciating sciatica pain. Thank you, Dr. Brian Clay.
Within 2-3 weeks the pain and discomfort were gone. […]
In 2013, Tom Sora was headed for a distinguished college football career. The high school senior was defensive captain of his team at Notre Dame College Prep in Niles and college scouts had their eyes on him. […]
Vija Navarro, 65, is singing the praises of her doctor and his team. Vija has a new right hip and knee thanks to IBJI and her surgeon, Peter Thadani, MD. […]
I am a competitive amateur marathon runner who had completed 21 marathons prior to my injury. I began having muscle pain in my stomach and groin area and I thought it was just a pulled muscle. The pain was manageable with naproxen but it progressively got worse, so I went to my GP. He thought it may be a hernia so he sent me to a surgeon. The surgeon promptly told me I did not have a hernia, but just a muscle strain and prescribed physical therapy for six weeks. The pain got a little better so I just kept running and taking naproxen. After the pain got worse with more weekly mileage, I returned to the surgeon who told me that [...]
