BRIAN J. COLE, MD, MBA - MIDWEST ORTHOPAEDICS AT RUSH
1611 West Harrison Street, Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60612 DIRECTIONS
Since 1991
Here’s The Deal:
Dr. Brian J. Cole is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. He obtained his MD from the University of Chicago. Dr. Brian is a nationally recognized orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine for the knee, shoulder, and elbow. His research interests include cartilage restoration, therapeutic biologics, regenerative medicine and minimally invasive surgical techniques to treat the knee, elbow, and shoulder. Dr. Brian has published more than 1,000 articles and eight textbooks on orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. He has lectured nationally and internationally on more than 2,000 occasions. His practice is also available in Oak Park and Oak Brook locations.
SPECIALTY:
Arthritis, Sports Medicine, Ligament Reconstruction and Realignment, Shoulder and Stabilization, Knee and Elbow Surgery, Tendonitis, Anatomic Shoulder Arthroplasty, Throwing Injuries, Calcific Tendonitis, Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair, Meniscectomy, ACL Injuries, Knee Osteoarthritis, Cartilage Restoration & Cell Transplantations
“Best Doctors in America” since 2004 - “Top Doctor” in Chicagoland since 2003 - Featured on the cover of Chicago Magazine as “Chicago’s Top Doctor
License #036095694
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RICHARD A. BERGER, MD - MIDWEST ORTHOPEDIC AT RUSH
1611 West Harrison Street, Chicago, IL 60612 DIRECTIONS
Since 1989
Here’s The Deal:
Dr. Richard A. Berger is one of the leading minimally invasive hip and knee replacement specialists in Chicago. He is graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed his Joint Replacement fellowship at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Richard has developed specialized instruments and techniques for surgery, as well as gender-specific knee and hip implants. Dr. Richard has successfully performed more than 20000 surgeries. He has expertise in using the comprehensive approach for hip and knee replacement surgery. His treatment helps his patients to walk independently and leave the hospital on the same day of their surgery. Dr. Richard's groundbreaking technique allows patients to recover faster with less pain.
SPECIALTY:
Total and Partial Knee Replacement, Minimally Invasive Hip, Joint, Hip Replacement, Internal Derangement of Knee, Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Joint Injury, Prosthesis, Arthritic Bone, Bone Disorders & Fracture Care
License #036091325
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HOWARD FREEDBERG, MD - SUBURBAN ORTHOPAEDICS
2112 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60616 DIRECTIONS
Since 1981
Here’s The Deal:
Dr. Howard Freedberg is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with over 31 years of experience. He is known locally as “The Knee Expert.” Dr. Howard is fellowship-trained in Reconstructive Arthritis Surgery and Sports Medicine. He is certified in MakoRobotic-Arm Assisted Surgery. Dr. Howard offers a wide range of orthopaedic surgical services including full and partial joint replacement. He takes extra time to provide individualized care. Dr. Howard uses VERASENSE sensor technology to deliver the best possible outcomes in the advanced joint replacement procedure. Dr. Howard has developed an innovative double bundle ACL Reconstruction Technique in conjunction with Biomet that is now being recognized and implemented internationally. He is a consulting physician to the Player’s Association for the NFL and MLB.
SPECIALTY:
General Orthopaedic Care, Arthritis, Knee and Shoulder Instability, Shoulder Dislocation, Meniscus Tears, Joint Replacement, ACL Reconstruction, Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery, Broken Bones, Fractures, Sprains, Tendonitis and Bursitis, Chronic Back Pain, Ligament Injuries & Sports Injuries
License #036064932