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Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush LLC2450 S Wolf Rd F, Westchester, IL 60154 map
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Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush LLC1611 W Harrison Street, Suite 107, Chicago, IL 60612 map
Dr. Nikhil Verma - Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgeon at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush - Shoulder, Elbow and Knee Specialist
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush LLC
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Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Nikhil N. Verma is accepting new patients at this office.
Address
2450 S Wolf Rd F, Westchester, IL 60154-5634
Office Details
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush LLC
Please Note: This link will direct you to a third-party website unaffiliated with MD.com (https://www.rushortho.com/appointments.cfm), where you're able to request or schedule an appointment online with Dr. Nikhil Verma.
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Nikhil N. Verma is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Fax
(312) 942-1517
Address
1611 W Harrison Street, Suite 107, Chicago, IL 60612-4861
Office Details
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
Bio
Dr. Nikhil Verma, orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist serving the greater Chicago, Illinois communities, specializes in treatments of the shoulder, elbow and knee, as well as all sports related injuries. With advanced arthroscopic reconstructive techniques and cartilage restoration expertise, Dr. Verma strives to keep patients involved in an active lifestyle.
Dr. Verma maintains an active clinical practice performing over 500 orthopedic and sports medicine procedures each year. In addition, he serves as a team physician for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls and Nazareth Academy. Dr. Verma is also actively involved in orthopedic research with interests in basic science, biomechanics and clinical outcomes, as well as advanced arthroscopic reconstructive techniques and cartilage restoration techniques.
Dr. Nikhil Verma has authored a number of peer-reviewed manuscripts in major orthopedic and sports medicine journals, numerous book chapters and routinely serves as teaching faculty for orthopedic courses on advanced surgical techniques. He frequently serves as an invited speaker or guest surgeon for national and international orthopedic sports medicine meetings.
On the academic front, Dr. Verma serves as Associate Editor of the Arthroscopy journal and on the editorial board of the Journal of Knee Surgery. He is a member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, American Shoulder and Elbow Society, Arthroscopy Association of North America, Major League Baseball Team Physician Association and is a Fellow in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Dr. Verma completed his orthopedic residency at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in sports medicine and shoulder surgery.
To learn more about Dr. Nikhil Verma and his advanced arthroscopic reconstructive techniques and cartilage restoration expertise, or for additional resources on orthopedic and sports medicine treatments in the greater Chicago, Illinois area, please visit: sportssurgerychicago.com.
Specialties
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Sports Medicine
Sports medicine physicians are trained to provide treatment and prevention plans for those participating in sports and related physical activities. Dr. Verma is trained to treat complications such as muscle tears and strains, concussions, tendon and ligament damage, shin splints, sports hernias, fractures, and a variety of others. Treatments may include rehabilitation services, therapies and a variety of surgical operations, among others.
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Orthopedic Surgery
As an orthopedic surgeon in Illinois, Dr. Verma is qualified to identify and treat trauma to your musculoskeletal system, including the joints, muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments. After reaching a specific medical diagnosis, Dr. Verma will generally turn to surgery when all your other treatment options are already exhausted or eliminated. Patients may require the care and attention of an orthopedic surgeon for fractures, torn ligaments, sprains, sports injuries, and more.
Conditions Treated
- Arthritis
- Biceps Tendon Injuries
- Cartilage Injuries
- Elbow Dislocation
- Elbow Disorders
- Elbow Fractures
- Knee Disorders (Injury, Pain, Sprain, Strain)
- Knee Instability
- Knee Ligament Injuries
- Meniscal Tear
- Osteoarthritis
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Shoulder Arthritis
- Shoulder Impingement
- Shoulder Instability
Services & Procedures
- ACL / PCL Reconstruction
- Arthoscopy
- Arthroscopic AC Repair
- Cartilage Restoration
- Clavicle Fracture Surgery
- Elbow Surgery
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- MCL Reconstruction
- Meniscus Repair
- Minimally Invasive (Laparoscopic) Surgery
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
- Shoulder Instability / Labral Repair
- Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Special Interests
- Arthroscopic and Endoscopic Techniques
- Cartilage Repair & Reconstruction
- Elbow Injuries In Overhead Athletes
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Knee Ligament (ACL, PCL, etc) Primary and Revision Reconstruction
- Meniscus Repair
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
- Reverse Shoulder Replacement
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
- Sports and Overuse Injuries
- Sports Medicine
- Stem Cell Therapy
- Tommy John Surgery
- Total Shoulder Replacement
Education & Training
Medical School
Residency
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Rush-Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center • Chicago, IL
Residency in Orthopedic Surgery • 1998 - 2003
Fellowship
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The Hospital for Special Surgery • New York, New York
Fellowship in Sports Medicine and Shoulder Service Fellowship • 2003 - 2004
Awards & Honors
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Chicago Magazine “Top Doctors”
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Best Doctors in America
Hospital Affiliations
- Rush Oak Park Hospital
- Rush University Medical Center
- Adventist Midwest Health
Languages Spoken
- English
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