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Dr. Brian Cole Honored with Distinguished Alumnus Award at Hospital for Special Surgery

As a graduate of HSS, Dr. Cole is among an illustrious group of alumni from a very special institution.

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Call of Duty: Providing Surgical Care in Combat Zones

An inside look at Dr. Tad Gerlinger's Military Service.

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Dr. Frank Phillips Keynote Speaker for Hong Kong Orthopaedic Association Annual Meeting

Dr. Phillips also participated in surgery on a teenager with advanced spinal deformity in Shenzhen, China.

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Dr. Kern Singh’s Research Paper Selected as the 2nd Place Clinical Research Award Paper

Dr. Singh's paper was selected as the 2nd Place Clinical Research Award Paper by the Cervical Spine Research Society’s Awards Committee.

Patient Stories

Motorcyclist Breaks Record after Cervical Spine Surgery by Dr. Frank Phillips

Just two months after surgery, Dave was even able to walk comfortably in his son’s wedding. Since then, he has graduated to the activities he loves most: wreck diving, building and racing motorcycles.

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Analyzing Chicago Bears Tight End Zach Miller's Knee Injury

After suffering a severe knee injury that required emergency vascular surgery, Bears tight end Zach Miller faces a challenging recovery.

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Dr. Anthony Romeo Inducted as President of American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons

Dr. Romeo told Orthopedics This Week, "I am honored to be entrusted with the stewardship of this organization. I will do my utmost to continue to foster the respect and prestige of this Society."

Patient Stories

Patient Completes Ironman after Knee Replacement

“Getting your knee replaced is not a death sentence when it comes to your activity at all,” Laura explains. “Adjust your expectations and commit.”

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Dr. Kathleen Weber Featured in "GameChangers: Women in Baseball" Event

The Chicago White Sox hosted an event which celebrated the accomplishments of women in baseball that featured Team Physician Dr. Kathleen Weber.

Patient Stories

After 8 Failed Surgeries, Athlete’s Foot Gets Proper Care by Dr. Lin

While tumbling in cheer one day, Kelsie was practicing a full – a very impressive backflip with a twist – and abruptly landed on her left foot. She knew this was different from other times.

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New Postoperative Spine Anesthesia Protocol Reducing the Need for Post-Surgical Narcotics

The approach, referred to as multimodal analgesia (MMA), uses a combination of medications administered before, during and right after surgery to more effectively control pain.

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Counsel Patients, Parents on Concussion Risks in Football

Drs. Anthony Romeo and Gregory Cvetanovich, co-authored this article in Orthopedics Today about the rising awareness and reported incidences of concussion.

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Who’s More at Risk of Sports Injuries: Girls or Boys?

School is back in session and that means youth athletes are returning to the field, court or track. Recent reports have shown that youth sports-related injuries are on the rise.

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Dr. Tad Gerlinger Honored as Chicago White Sox Hero of the Game

The Chicago White Sox recognize a member of the military during each home game. Wednesday night's honoree was Tad Gerlinger, MD, a retired Army colonel and orthopedic surgeon.

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How You Can Avoid Biking Injuries

Dr. Gregory Nicholson talks with FOX 32 Chicago host Sylvia Perez about how cyclists can prevent injuries.