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Physicians
Joshua J. Jacobs, M.D.
Hip & Knee Reconstruction and Replacement Joshua J. Jacobs, M.D.

William A. Hark, MD/Susanne G. Swift Professor and Chairman, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center

Dr. Jacobs concentrates his practice on hip and knee replacement surgery at Rush University Medical Center, where he serves as chairperson of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Rush Medical College.

Dr. Jacobs is especially interested in the materials used for prosthetic devices and has conducted research and published extensively on this topic. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is the recipient of several awards for his work in research.

In his spare time, Dr. Jacobs enjoys long distance cycling and playing the baritone saxophone.

Dr. Jacobs has consulting contracts with orthopaedic implant manufacturers regarding the development, regulation and testing of certain spine, knee and hip implant devices. He receives payments for these consulting services and his laboratory receives research funding. Additional information regarding these arrangements will be provided to you upon request.


Practice Emphasis:Hip and Knee Replacement
Medical School:University of Illinois College of Medicine
Residency:Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA - Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowship:Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL - Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery
Board Certification:Orthopaedic Surgery
Special Procedures:Hip and knee replacement
Research Interests:Biomaterials
 
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Clinical Support Staff

Laura Quigley

Dr. Jacobs has office hours at the following location:

Orthopedic Building at Rush

In the News

New Hip Implant Discovery - Dr. Jacobs Part of Medical Team
Dr. Jacobs Discusses Metal on Metal Hip Replacements on NBC
Dr. Jacobs Discusses Metal on Metal Hip Replacements
Dr. Jacobs Discusses Metal on Metal Hip Replacement Implants on NPR
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Names Dr. Jacobs Second Vice President
Dr. Joshua Jacobs featured in the New York Times
Rush's Joshua Jacobs Talks about New Orthopedic Building, Translating Research Into Practice
The Future of Orthopaedic Research
Dr. Jacobs Named Orthopaedic Dept. Chair
Dr. Joshua Jacobs Elected President, Orthopaedic Research Society
MOR Physicians Make 2011-2012 Best Doctors in America® List
More Women Physicians Choosing Orthopaedic Surgery
Chicago Magazine's 2009 Top Doctors

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