Dr. Aravind Athiviraham, MD

Dr. Aravind Athiviraham, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
5758 S Maryland Ave, DCAM 4th Fl - Module 4B, Chicago, IL
*Please note: Dr. Aravind Athiviraham only sees patients ages 14-65* A specialist in orthopaedic sports medicine, Aravind Athiviraham, MD, cares for patients with athletic and overuse injuries, including anterior or posterior cruciate ligament tears, meniscus or cartilage injury, patellar or shoulder instability, and elbow ulnar collateral ligament tears. He is skilled in minimally invasive and arthroscopic procedures of the knee, shoulder, and elbow. He has advanced training in complex procedures of the knee and shoulder, including revision knee ligament reconstruction, cartilage restoration, meniscal transplantation, open treatment for recurrent shoulder instability, and robotic-assisted knee reconstructive surgery. Dr. Athiviraham earned his Doctor of Medicine from McGill University - Faculty of Medicine. He completed residency at Queen's University College of Medicine (QUCOM) and fellowship training at Lenox Hill Hospital. His research interests include a cadaveric biomechanical study for superior capsular reconstruction using human dermal allograft; biologic enhancement of meniscal injury in a rat model; and orthobiologics to enhance tendon repair and ligament reconstruction, aiming to optimize recovery and early return to sports. He was recently involved in a study sponsored by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery on virtual arthroscopic simulators in resident training. An active contributor to medical literature, Dr. Athiviraham has published numerous scientific articles and book chapters on cartilage restorative procedures of the knee and shoulder and presented at major national and international orthopaedic conferences. He has served as faculty at arthroscopic shoulder and knee courses organized by the Arthroscopy Association of North America. He is a reviewer for the American Journal of Sports Medicine and a member of the editorial board for Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery.
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Overall rating

4.44

Average wait time

3.25

Bedside manner

4.25

About Dr. Aravind Athiviraham

*Please note: Dr. Aravind Athiviraham only sees patients ages 14-65* A specialist in orthopaedic sports medicine, Aravind Athiviraham, MD, cares for patients with athletic and overuse injuries, including anterior or posterior cruciate ligament tears, meniscus or cartilage injury, patellar or shoulder instability, and elbow ulnar collateral ligament tears. He is skilled in minimally invasive and arthroscopic procedures of the knee, shoulder, and elbow. He has advanced training in complex procedures of the knee and shoulder, including revision knee ligament reconstruction, cartilage restoration, meniscal transplantation, open treatment for recurrent shoulder instability, and robotic-assisted knee reconstructive surgery. Dr. Athiviraham earned his Doctor of Medicine from McGill University - Faculty of Medicine. He completed residency at Queen's University College of Medicine (QUCOM) and fellowship training at Lenox Hill Hospital. His research interests include a cadaveric biomechanical study for superior capsular reconstruction using human dermal allograft; biologic enhancement of meniscal injury in a rat model; and orthobiologics to enhance tendon repair and ligament reconstruction, aiming to optimize recovery and early return to sports. He was recently involved in a study sponsored by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery on virtual arthroscopic simulators in resident training. An active contributor to medical literature, Dr. Athiviraham has published numerous scientific articles and book chapters on cartilage restorative procedures of the knee and shoulder and presented at major national and international orthopaedic conferences. He has served as faculty at arthroscopic shoulder and knee courses organized by the Arthroscopy Association of North America. He is a reviewer for the American Journal of Sports Medicine and a member of the editorial board for Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Knee replacement
Rotator cuff injury
Knee joint injury
Knee arthroscopy
Arthritis
Joint injury due to trauma
Knee replacement
Rotator cuff injury
Knee joint injury
Knee arthroscopy

Office locations

UChicago Medicine Hyde Park (1 of 2)
5758 S Maryland Ave, DCAM 4th Fl - Module 4B, Chicago, IL 60637
UChicago Medicine - Orthopedics (2 of 2)
14290 S La Grange Rd, Orland Park, IL 60462
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Education and background

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Board certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)

Education and training

  • Medical School - McGill University - Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
  • Lenox Hill Hospital (Fellowship)
  • Queen's University College of Medicine - QUCOM (Residency)

Professional memberships

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Arthroscopy Association of North America
  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French
  • Spanish

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1801101209

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Overall rating
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Wait time
3.25
Bedside manner
4.25
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Dr. Aravind Athiviraham is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Aravind Athiviraham?

Dr. Aravind Athiviraham frequently sees patients for Knee Pain, Knee Problems, Shoulder Pain, Shoulder Problem, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Aravind Athiviraham on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Aravind Athiviraham speak?

Dr. Aravind Athiviraham speaks English, French, and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Aravind Athiviraham in reviews?

34 patients have reviewed Dr. Aravind Athiviraham. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.44/5. They have a 4.25/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.25/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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