Orthopaedic Surgery Services
The University of Chicago Medicine orthopaedic surgery team offers a wide range of surgical and nonsurgical treatment options for bone and joint diseases and injuries.
Joint Reconstruction and Replacement
Joint reconstruction and replacement of the hip and knee. Our experts have experience using many different types of advanced prosthetic devices for joint replacement.
Corrective Surgery
Corrective surgery of the foot, ankle, wrist, shoulder, elbow, and hand.
Comprehensive Cancer Care
Our orthopaedic oncologists are experts in the treatment of cancers of the bone and soft tissue in the limbs, including osteosarcoma and metastatic tumors (cancers that have spread from their original site, such as the breast or prostate). These surgeons collaborate with University of Chicago medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and other specialists in cancer. We treat patients of all ages, including children and teens.
- Bone Cancer Care for Adults
- Ewing Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
- Rhabdomyosarcoma
- Non-rhabdomyosarcoma soft tissue sarcoma (NRSTS)
Spine Surgery
- Spine surgery, including treatment of degenerative diseases. Whenever possible, our surgeons use minimally invasive techniques.
- Spinal reconstruction for patients with spinal bone tumors, scoliosis, or deformity.
J. Martin Leland, MD, is featured in a series of videos about platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy for sports and other orthopaedic injuries.Sports Medicine
Sports medicine for teens and adults at any level of ability, including professional athletes, school athletes, and individuals who exercise periodically. We can treat many sports-related injuries using minimally invasive techniques.
Microsurgical Repair
Microsurgical repair of severe injuries to the fingers, hands, arms, feet and legs, including reattachment of severed parts. In many cases, patients can regain use of the reattached limbs or fingers.
Care for Children and Adolescents
Pediatric orthopaedics, including specializations in sports medicine, scoliosis, spinal deformities, and other conditions for children and adolescents. » Learn more about our pediatric orthopaedic surgery services
Therapeutic Services
We also offer physical medicine and rehabilitation services, including physical therapy and occupational therapy to help patients restore motion and strength.
Molecular Orthopaedic Laboratory
In the Molecular Orthopaedic Laboratory, we research molecular causes of bone and musculoskeletal diseases and possible treatments for these conditions. For example, our physicians are studying ways to diagnose and treat bone tumors. They are also exploring innovative gene therapy treatments for orthopaedic injuries and spinal conditions.
Orthopaedic Research Institute
Here, our physicians research ways to improve joint replacements. They also develop computer software and imaging tools to predict bone strength and diagnose bone loss.
Motion Analysis Laboratory
Also called our “Gait Lab,” this unique service focuses on the biomechanics of walking and stepping up. It is particularly useful for patients with arthritis or those who have undergone total joint replacement of the hip or knee.
