Describe some of your job duties: I diagnose and give treatment options for painful conditions of the extremities. I have a particular interest in knee and hip arthritis. My patients’ goals drive my care.
What is your favorite thing about being a doctor? Helping patients make informed decisions on their care.
What is your greatest accomplishment at work? When a patient thanks me for helping them get through a difficult problem
Hometown: Orangeville, IL (10 miles south of Monroe, WI)
Hobbies: Weightlifting, cross training, craft beer, chasing my three daughters around.
Family/Pets: I’m married with three young girls, a dog (Oscar) and cat (Gerald).
At which store would you like to max-out your credit card? ACE Hardware
What is your favorite movie or TV series? Joe Pera Talks With You
What is your favorite quote, and who said it?
“Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes.”
-Jack Handey
Education
College: Loras College, B.S in Biochemistry
Medical School: University of Illinois, MD
Residency: Spectrum Health/Michigan State University Orthopedic Surgery Residency (Grand Rapids, MI)
Fellowship: NorthShore HealthSystem Hip and Knee Replacement Fellowship (Skokie, IL)
