The physicians of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush stand at the forefront of surgical treatment of bone and joint problems, including arthritic and inflammatory conditions for both adults and adolescents, degenerative problems, failed joint surgery, infected joints and avascular necrosis (blood-flow problem) of hip and knee joints.

Effective joint reconstruction requires a combination of surgical expertise and collaboration among a variety of specialists throughout the patient's entire course of treatment. The research and patient care collaboration between Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush and Rush University Medical Center allows progressive treatment alternatives and new technologies for joint reconstruction, including application and development of joint arthroplasties, corrective osteotomies, and prosthetic joint replacements.

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is comprised of highly trained, credentialed physicians, specialty nurses, rehabilitation therapists, and pain management specialists dedicated to restoring function to the fullest extent possible.

• Richard A. Berger, M.D.
• Craig J. Della Valle, M.D.
• Jorge Galante, M.D.
• Steven Gitelis, M.D.
• Joshua J. Jacobs, M.D.
• Brett R. Levine, M.D., M.S.
• Wayne G. Paprosky, M.D.
• Aaron G. Rosenberg, M.D.
• Scott Sporer, M.D.

MOR is proud to be designated as a Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction® Center for Knee and Hip Replacement. Blue Distinction Centers demonstrate an expertise in quality care, resulting in better overall outcomes for patients, by meeting objective clinical measures developed with input from expert physicians and medical organizations.