Orthopedics

Get back in the game

The orthopedic team of experts at Edward-Elmhurst Medical Groups provides exceptional orthopedic, sports medicine and podiatry services for patients of all ages. We use the least invasive treatments necessary to help you get back to the activities you enjoy, as quickly as possible.

EDWARD-ELMHURST MEDICAL GROUPS - ORTHOPEDICS

Advanced orthopedic, sports medicine and podiatry care close to home

Our team of physicians and advanced practice clinicians provides expert, compassionate care based on your unique needs. We use the latest surgical and non-surgical treatments for a variety of orthopedic conditions, plus an array of treatments for sports-related injuries.

Meet the Experts

Your goal is our goal

Getting you back to the activities you enjoy, as quickly as possible, is our goal, too — whether that’s playing with your grandkids, getting back on the golf course or returning to the field with your team. Our mission is to use the least invasive treatments necessary to help you meet your goal, whenever possible.

Some of the conditions we treat include:

Arthritis
Biceps/triceps tendon rupture
Bunions
Bursitis
Carpal and cubital tunnel syndrome
Concussions
Exercise and sports-related injuries
Foot and heel pain
General fracture care
Hand, wrist and elbow pain and fractures
Hip, knee and shoulder arthritis
Malunion and nonunion of fractures
Nerve injuries and compression
Osteoarthritis
Overuse injuries
Rotator cuff issues
Running injuries
Tendonitis
Sprains, strains

Convenience and ease of access

You’ll also enjoy easy access to additional Edward-Elmhurst services you may need, such as X-ray/imaging, lab and physical therapy, at most of our locations — all under one roof.

With convenient locations in Lombard, Oswego and two locations in Naperville, there’s certain to be an office close to you.

Advanced orthopedic procedures

Our experts provide a range of advanced procedures, including, but not limited to:

Achilles tendon repair
Anterior hip replacement
Arthroscopy
Biceps/triceps tendon repair
Carpal tunnel treatment/surgery
Cartilage repair and restoration
Hand, wrist and elbow joint replacement
Hip and knee replacement
Knee ligament/tendon repair
Knee, shoulder and elbow arthroscopy
Minimally invasive surgery
Musculoskeletal therapy
Patella stabilization and realignment
Peripheral nerve surgery
Podiatric surgery
Primary/revision ACL reconstruction
Rotator cuff repair
Shoulder replacement and stabilization
Toenail procedures
Tommy John surgery (elbow UCL reconstruction)
Ultrasound guided injections

Learn more or schedule an appointment

Make an appointment online or call 630-646-7000.

You can also schedule your appointment through the MyEEHealth^TM mobile app. Don’t have a MyChart^® account yet? It’s easier than ever to sign up.

Learn more about orthopedics at Edward-Elmhurst Health.

Meet the experts

Zahab Ahsan, MD

Dr. Ahsan’s education and credentials include:

Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine (Indianapolis), 2014
Internship: University of Washington Medical Center (Seattle), 2015
Residency: University of Washington Medical Center (Seattle), 2019
Fellowship: Hospital for Special Surgery (New York), 2020

“I am committed to guiding my patients to a complete recovery and a life without pain or restrictions through innovative treatment and minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery of the knee, shoulder and elbow. While I strive to treat each patient with non-operative measures, my surgical approach is based on a philosophy that each patient deserves a unique, personalized surgical plan to ensure an optimal recovery and timely return to the activities they love.”

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Kellen Choi, MD

Dr. Choi’s education and credentials include:

Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine
Medical School: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Chicago), 1997
Internship: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University (Chicago), 1998
Residency: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University (Chicago), 2002
Fellowship: New England Baptist Hospital (Massachusetts), 2003

"I believe patient care should begin with establishing mutual trust through clear, open communication. Keen attention to the patient’s history often leads to an accurate diagnosis and early development of a patient-directed treatment plan. Listening to unique patient concerns and having empathy for the desire to return to daily activities or sports leads to compassionate care no different from caring for friends or family."

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Richard Erickson, MD

Dr. Erickson's education and credentials include:

Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine (Chicago), 1985
Internship: University of Illinois Hospital (Chicago), 1986
Residency: University of Illinois Hospital (Chicago), 1990

"The individual to whom I am providing healthcare should feel that they have been heard and that I have an intimate understanding of how the health problem for which they are seeking care is affecting their goals and aspirations in life. The individual should have the peace of mind that every effort has been made to deliver to them the best care possible to restore their quality of life."

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Jennifer Felske, DPM

Dr. Felske's education and credentials include:

Specialty: Podiatric Surgery
Medical School: Dr William M Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine (Chicago), 1995
Residency: Cook County Hospital (Chicago), 1996; Norwegian American Hospital (Chicago), 1997

“I grew up in an athletic family of physicians and I have always been active in sports, including basketball and running. Medicine was a natural fit for me given my upbringing. I enjoy treating athletes of all ages and types. I get excited to see my patients getting back to their first marathon, or a teacher being able to stand on her feet all day again, or a mom who wants to run around in the backyard with her kids.”

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Michael Kimes, MD, CAQSM

Dr. Kime's education and credentials include:

Specialty: Family Medicine, Sports Medicine
Medical School: University of Nevada School of Medicine (Reno), 2016
Residency: Loyola Medicine-MacNeal Hospital (Berwyn), 2019
Fellowship: Loyola Medicine-MacNeal Hospital (Berwyn), 2020

"As a family medicine and sports medicine physician, my goal is to provide high-quality and compassionate care that is focused on disease prevention. I provide sports medicine and general medicine to athletes of all ages and abilities — from youth sports to professional athletes. I look forward to building long-lasting relationships with my patients throughout Chicagoland.”

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Shannon Krippinger, PA

Krippinger's education and credentials include:

Specialty: Orthopedics
Education: Alderson Broaddus University (West Virginia), 2016

“It is important to me to build relationships with my patients based on trust and understanding. I believe it is imperative to take the time to really listen to my patients’ concerns and explain in depth about their diagnosis and treatment options. My goal is to significantly improve quality of life and get my patients back to their normal activities.”

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Kushal Patel, MD

Dr. Patel's education and credentials include:

Specialty: Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: University of Illinois, College of Medicine (Chicago), 2014
Residency: University of Illinois (Chicago), 2019
Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital (Boston), 2020

"As a hand and upper extremity surgeon, my goal is to provide every patient with compassionate, high quality care. I believe listening to my patients describe their symptoms is key to identifying the correct diagnosis and to creating an evidence-based treatment plan that optimizes health and functionality. Whether your hope is to return to professional sports or perform daily activities without pain, I am committed to working with you to achieve your goals."

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Stephen Stakenas, APN

Stakenas' education and credentials include:

Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Education: Purdue University (Hammond), 2005

"I believe that everyone should be treated and cared for as if they were a friend or family member. My goal is to partner with patients to significantly improve their quality of life and enhance activity levels and mobility. I strive to provide an excellent patient experience and level of care for orthopedic, musculoskeletal problems and injuries. This can be attained through comprehensive orthopedic care and non-surgical treatments."

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Ryan Sullivan, MD, FAAOS

Dr. Sullivan's education and credentials include:

Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School: Loyola University, Stritch School of Medicine (Chicago), 2011
Residency: Loyola University Medical Center (Chicago), 2016
Fellowship: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University (Chicago), 2017

"I believe that a patient's thorough understanding of their medical condition, the treatment options, and the risks and benefits of each treatment are vital to success and, therefore, I take the time to fully educate my patients so that we can come to a shared, informed decision on management. I believe in utilizing effective non-surgical modalities to treat pain and injuries, with surgery as a reasonable option if those non-surgical treatments no longer alleviate symptoms."

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Orthopedics

Get back in the game

EDWARD-ELMHURST MEDICAL GROUPS - ORTHOPEDICS

Advanced orthopedic, sports medicine and podiatry care close to home

Your goal is our goal

Convenience and ease of access

Advanced orthopedic procedures

Learn more or schedule an appointment

Meet the experts

Zahab Ahsan, MD

Kellen Choi, MD

Richard Erickson, MD

Jennifer Felske, DPM

Michael Kimes, MD, CAQSM

Shannon Krippinger, PA

Kushal Patel, MD

Stephen Stakenas, APN

Ryan Sullivan, MD, FAAOS

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