Orthopaedics

Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital offers comprehensive orthopaedic services and performs more orthopaedic surgeries for Lake County residents than any other hospital. More than 30 of Lake County's top orthopaedic surgeons practice at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, and many have specialized fellowship training. They perform leading-edge procedures both in Lake Forest and at the Northwestern Medicine Grayslake Surgery Center, including:

• Ankle replacement
• Anterior approach total hip replacement
• Arthroscopic cartilage regeneration and reconstruction
• Arthroscopic hip reconstruction
• Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair
• Cartilage repair, restoration and transplantation
• Cervical disc replacement
• Computer-guided customized knee replacement
• Elbow disorders
• Hand surgery
• Hip replacements, total and partial
• Knee replacements, total and partial
• Ligament reconstruction
• Minimally invasive knee replacement
• Minimally invasive surgery
• Orthobiologics (tissue engineering)
• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections
• Reconstruction of the knee, hip, shoulder, foot/ankle, back and hand
• Shoulder reconstruction and replacement

To schedule an appointment please call 847.535.8500.

From acute injuries to joint pain, Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital offers comprehensive care for all types of conditions affecting your bones and joints, including:

• Arch, heel and toe pain
• Arthritis
• Foot and ankle problems
• Fractures
• Hand, wrist and elbow problems
• Hip problems
• Joint deterioration
• Knee problems
• Muscle sprain and tendon injuries
• Nerve and neuromuscular problems
• Orthopaedic-related diabetes complications
• Osteoporosis
• Scoliosis
• Shoulder problems
• Spinal injuries or pain
• Sports-related injuries
• Sprains
• Tendon injuries
• Trauma

If you’re considering joint replacement surgery, Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital have board-certified orthopaedic specialists who can help. As a regional leader in joint replacement, Central DuPage Hospital performs the second highest number of lower extremity joint replacements in Illinois, and brings you the latest advances and innovations in care.

To schedule an appointment with one of our orthopaedic specialists, please call 630.225.2663.

Integrated Spine Program

The spine specialists from Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital offer the latest advances in spine care at convenient office locations in the western suburbs. Including:

Northwestern Medicine Convenient Care Bartlett
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group Carol Stream
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group Geneva
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group Glen Ellyn
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group Naperville
Northwestern Medicine Convenient Care St. Charles
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group Warrenville
Northwestern Regional Medical Group Winfield

Our spine specialists blend innovation and skill to help restore your movement and improve your quality of life. We offer comprehensive back pain management plans to help you overcome spine problems, so you can enjoy life with less pain. The Northwestern Medicine spine specialists are a highly-experienced, collaborative team comprised of board-certified physicians including neurosurgeons, orthopaedic spine surgeons, and physical medicine specialists, as well as nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists and chiropractors, all with training and experience in spine, back and neck care.

To schedule an appointment with one of our spine specialists, call 630.933.BACK (2225).

Northwestern Medicine Orthopaedic Surgery at Kishwaukee Hospital offers board-certified orthopaedic surgeons state-of-the-art surgical procedures, and comprehensive rehabilitative care, meaning residents of DeKalb, Ogle and Kendall County don’t need to travel far from home to get the orthopaedic treatment they need.

• Low back pain or sciatica
• Neck pain
• Hip fractures
• Broken legs
• Broken arms
• Knee pain
• Meniscus tears
• Hip pain
• Shoulder joint replacement
• Torn rotator cuff
• Tennis elbow
• Arthritis
• Torn ligaments
• Torn cartilage
• Total ankle replacement
• Tendon repair
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Tendonitis of the wrist
• Trigger finger

Orthopaedic Sub-Specialties

Our goal is to get patients back on their feet and back to life as soon as possible. Our orthopaedic surgeons work in a wide range of orthopaedic sub-specialties, including:

• Foot and ankle
• Hip and knee
• Shoulder and elbow
• Hand and wrist
• Pediatric orthopaedics
• Rheumatology
• Sports medicine

Radiologists fellowship-trained in musculoskeletal disorders work closely with the orthopaedic surgeons to provide a high level of confidence in the imaging and diagnosis.

State-of-the-Art Diagnostic Imaging

Surgical Imaging services available at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital allow physicians and surgeons to see internal images of the body, including bones and organs, prior to and during surgical procedures. These images help reduce risk and speed recovery.

Kishwaukee Hospital and its radiologists have implemented a comprehensive initiative to reduce the radiation dose patients receive when they have a computed tomography (CT) scan, X-ray or fluoroscopy exam.

We continue to be on the forefront of technology with Digital Mammography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), and PET/CT. Patients can rest assured knowing that most tests their doctors prescribe can be performed here, right in DeKalb County.

Physical Therapy After Spine Surgery

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital Physical Therapy Center offers specialized, rehabilitative care after your spine surgery, helps patients increase their potential for a full recovery. Our team of physical and occupational therapists coordinate your care with the inpatient team to ensure consistency throughout your entire rehab experience.

Our program uses the best evidence-based practices for post-operative treatment to maximize your range of motion and strength, and get you back to your normal activities in 6–12 weeks. With our state-of-the-art facility including a therapeutic pool, gymnasium and exercise equipment, we can help you accomplish your individual goals.