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Jean Plewa, shoulder replacement patient
Patient Stories

Jean's Story

Shoulder replacement surgery helped improve life for this 88-year-old

Bones and Joints

Treating Bursitis

Learn about bursitis and how to treat it from John T Pinnello, MD, an orthopedic surgeon with Rush Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine.

Bill Krause
Patient Stories

Bill's Story

Bill Krause traveled from Alabama to Illinois to have wrist surgery

Bones and Joints

Treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Orthopedic surgeon Jonathan L. Tueting, MD, discusses the benefits of minimally invasive treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome

Close up of feet walking
Bones and Joints

Bunion Causes and Treatment Options

Jeffrey W. Watkins, DPM, a podiatric surgeon with Rush Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, explains what bunions are and how they can be corrected

Rachel holding newborn son Graison
Patient Stories

Rachel’s Story

A teacher and mom-to-be stays connected with her second-grade class — even from the labor and delivery unit

Pati Araujo-Drzewiecki receives botox treatment from Saju Abraham, MD
Patient Stories

Pati’s Story

Suffering with migraines for nearly 60 years, Pati finds relief from Botox injections

Woman holding her stomach in pain
Gastrointestinal Health

5 Reasons to See a Gastroenterologist

Signs that indicate you should see a specialist

Laura Rollins
Patient Stories

Laura Rollins’ Story

Physicians, colleagues and patients helped oncology social worker Laura Rollins through her own gynecologic cancer journey

Victor Harris with occupational therapist Janet Adcox, OTR/L
Patient Stories

Victor's Story

Victor Harris was dying, but his care team at Rush Copley saved his life and supported him on his journey to a full recovery