Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
Joshua J. Jacobs , M.D.

Joshua J. Jacobs, M.D.
Joint Reconstruction

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

Dr. Jacobs has office hours at the following location:

RUSH University Medical Center

www.rushortho.com  |  877-632-6637