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Sports Medicine

Fall sports bring increased risk of shin splints

With fall comes the return of favorite sports like football, cross country, soccer and field hockey. While such activities bring great joy, camaraderie, and school spirit, they also carry an increased risk of injury for kids and adults alike....read more


Sports Medicine

OrthoIllinois Welcomes Dr. Cort Lawton to Medical Team

ALGONQUIN, Ill. (August 3, 2020) – Sports medicine specialist Dr. Cort Lawton will join the medical team at OrthoIllinois, a leading bone and joint provider in northern Illinois beginning August 20, 2020. Dr. Lawton specializes in surgical procedures related...read more


Sports Medicine

OrthoIllinois McHenry Clinic Physician Has Close Ties to Region

  Dr. Pradeep Raju will be one of the faces at our new OrthoIllinois McHenry Clinic, and he carries a strong connection to the area. He was raised in Crystal Lake, having graduated from Prairie Ridge High School. His...read more


Sports Medicine

Fall sports bring increased risk of shin splints

With fall comes the return of favorite sports like football, cross country, soccer and field hockey. While such activities bring great joy, camaraderie, and school spirit, they also carry an increased risk of injury for kids and adults alike....read more


Sports Medicine

OrthoIllinois physician’s medical career takes flight after the Navy

Orthopedic surgery seems like a natural career path today for Dr. Jon Whitehurst, who grew up with a passion for engineering and spent time maneuvering Navy jets. His foray into medicine is an interesting journey. He enjoyed chemistry and...read more