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209 verified Meridian Health Plan Orthopedic Surgeons in Chicago, IL
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Availability last updated 05/07/2026
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Dr. Thomas Kay, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
5.00
·3 reviews
40 mi · 2501 Cumberland Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Highly recommended · Expertise in total shoulder replacement + 15 more ·
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Dr. Thomas Kay is a specialty-trained orthopedic surgeon who offers joint replacement surgery as well as the diagnosis and treatment for injuries and conditions of the elbow and shoulder. Dr. Kay joined Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute in 1994. In his practice, he provides the highest level of speci...Click to read more

Dr. Michael Kralovec, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
4.00
·4 reviews
- Oct 14, 2022 by Wanda P.Click to read more
40 mi · 2501 Cumberland Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Expertise in arthritis + 8 more ·
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My name is Dr. Michael Kralovec. I completed my residency training in orthopedic surgery at the Mayo Clinic and then followed this with an additional fellowship in complex hip and knee replacement at Harvard University. I trained at the best institutions because I wanted to be able to provide the be...Click to read more

Dr. Eric Szczesniak, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
5.00
·3 reviews
40 mi · 2501 Cumberland Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Expertise in inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the leg + 10 more ·
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Born and raised in the Midwest, fellowship-trained and board-certified joint replacement and revision surgeon Dr. Eric Szczesniak joined Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute in 2016. He offers first-time hip and knee replacements, complex primary joint replacements, joint preserving procedures, partial ...Click to read more

Randy Brush, PA-C

Physician Assistant (Orthopedics)
35.5 mi · 500 E 109th Ave, Crown Point, IN 46307
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Expertise in diabetic emergency + 4 more ·
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Mr. Randy Brush is a detail-oriented and skilled physician assistant. He earned his master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Detroit Mercy and is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. At Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute, Mr. Br...Click to read more
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Availability last updated 05/07/2026
Availability last updated 05/07/2026

Jamal Ahmad, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 920 Milwaukee Ave, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in pain in joint + 3 more ·
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Jamal Ahmad, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Chicago, IL, Gurnee, IL and Lincolnshire, IL. They completed their residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn. They attended medical school at University Of Illinois College Of Medicine in 2000. Jamal Ahmad was board certified by American Board of Orthopaedic ...Click to read more

Robert Gray, MD

Hand Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 920 Milwaukee Ave, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 21 years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in carpal tunnel & related syndromes + 3 more ·
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Robert Gray, MD is a Hand Surgeon in Lincolnshire, IL, Glenview, IL and Skokie, IL. They attended medical school at Brown University Program In Medicine in 2005. Their offices are located in 920 Milwaukee Ave, Lincolnshire, IL, 2180 Pfingsten Rd, Glenview, IL and 9650 Gross Point Rd 2900, Skokie, IL...Click to read more

Michael Jacker, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 555 Corporate Woods Pkwy, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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Michael Jacker, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Kenosha, WI, Vernon Hills, IL and Pleasant Prairie, WI. They attended medical school at Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine in 1981. They completed their residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C. Michael Jacker was board certified by America...Click to read more

Richard Oni, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 5525 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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Richard Oni, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Merrillville, IN. They attended medical school at University Of Ibadan in 1973. They completed their residency at Howard University Hospital in 1981. Richard Oni was board certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Certification in Orthopaedic Surge...Click to read more

Donald Kucharzyk, DO

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 7284 W Lincoln Hwy, Crown Point, IN 46307
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in lower back pain + 9 more ·
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Donald Kucharzyk, DO is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Crown Point, IN. They attended medical school at Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1983. They attended medical school at Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1984. They completed their residency at Chicago Osteopathic Hosps & M C in 1988...Click to read more

Peter Thadani, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 101 Waukegan Rd, 990, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in knee replacement + 11 more ·
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Peter Thadani, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Bannockburn, IL, Des Plaines, IL and Lake Bluff, IL. They attended medical school at University Of Illinois College Of Medicine in 1992. Their offices are located in 2101 Waukegan Rd 108, Bannockburn, IL, 900 Rand Rd 300, Des Plaines, IL and 101 Waukegan ...Click to read more

Priyesh Patel, MD

Hand Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 21481 N Rand Rd, Kildeer, IL 60047
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 22 years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the arm + 3 more ·
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Priyesh Patel, MD is a Hand Surgeon in Algonquin, IL, Kildeer, IL and Barrington, IL. They completed their residency at Boston Medical Center. They attended medical school at Creighton University School Of Medicine in 2004. Their offices are located in 2719 W Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, IL, 21481 N Ran...Click to read more

Justin Gent, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 21481 N Rand Rd, Kildeer, IL 60047
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 23 years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in fracture/dislocation treatment pelvis/hip/femur + 10 more ·
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Justin Gent, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Algonquin, IL, Des Plaines, IL and Kildeer, IL. They attended medical school at University Of Chicago in 2003. They completed their residency at University Of Chicago Hosps. Their offices are located in 2719 W Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, IL, 900 Rand Rd 300, D...Click to read more

Harpreet Basran, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 21481 N Rand Rd, Kildeer, IL 60047
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25 years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in pain in joint + 1 more ·
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Harpreet Basran, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in McHenry, IL, Des Plaines, IL and Kildeer, IL. They completed their residency at U Mo Ks City School Of Medicine. They attended medical school at University Of Mo-Kansas City School Of Medicine in 2001. Their offices are located in 406 Front St, McHenry,...Click to read more

Stanford Tack, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 720 Florsheim Dr, Libertyville, IL 60048
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in spinal fusion + 7 more ·
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Stanford Tack, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Grayslake, IL, Des Plaines, IL and Libertyville, IL. They completed their residency at University Il College Of Medicine in 1990. They attended medical school at University Of Illinois College Of Medicine in 1985. Their offices are located in 1275 E Belvi...Click to read more

Phillip Ludkowski, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 1253 S Rand Rd, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in knee joint injury + 9 more ·
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Phillip Ludkowski, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Des Plaines, IL, Bannockburn, IL and Lake Zurich, IL. They attended medical school at Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine in 1981. They completed their residency at Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem in 1986. Their offices are located in 90...Click to read more

Thomas Kay, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 7835 Grand Blvd, Hobart, IN 46342
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in total shoulder replacement + 15 more ·
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Thomas Kay, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Valparaiso, IN, Hobart, IN and Portage, IN. They completed their residency at University Il College Of Medicine. They attended medical school at University Of Illinois College Of Medicine in 1988. Thomas Kay was board certified by American Board of Orthopaed...Click to read more

David Fetter, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 2626 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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David Fetter, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Waukegan, IL, Kenosha, WI and Lake Forest, IL. They attended medical school at Emory University School Of Medicine in 1974. They completed their residency at Albany Medical Ctr Hospital. David Fetter was board certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Sur...Click to read more

Bradley Zarling, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 1221 N Highland Ave, Aurora, IL 60506
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Expertise in bursitis + 8 more ·
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Bradley Zarling, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Downers Grove, IL, Chicago, IL and Aurora, IL. Their offices are located in 3551 Highland Ave, Downers Grove, IL, 5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL and 2357 Sequoia Dr, Aurora, IL.Click to read more

Jasper Petrucci, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 2535 Soderquist Ct, Geneva, IL 60134
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Expertise in bursitis + 6 more ·
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Jasper Petrucci, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Geneva, IL, Elgin, IL and Yorkville, IL. Jasper Petrucci was board certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Certification in Orthopaedic Surgery. Their offices are located in 2535 Soderquist Ct, Geneva, IL, 1975 Lin Lor Ln, Elgin, IL and 1500 ...Click to read more

Craig Torosian, MD

Hand Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 2535 Soderquist Ct, Geneva, IL 60134
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Offers video visits · Expertise in carpal tunnel & related syndromes + 4 more ·
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Craig Torosian, MD is a Hand Surgeon in Geneva, IL, Elgin, IL and Yorkville, IL. They attended medical school at Finch U Of Hs/Chicago Medical Sch in 1989. They completed their residency at Baylor College Of Medicine. Craig Torosian was board certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Certif...Click to read more

Jeffrey Jacoby, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
6101.5 mi · 2525 Kaneville Rd, Geneva, IL 60134
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience · Expertise in fracture/dislocation treatment pelvis/hip/femur + 5 more ·
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Jeffrey Jacoby, MD is a Orthopedic Surgeon in Elgin, IL, Geneva, IL and Yorkville, IL. They completed their residency at Summa Health System. They attended medical school at Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine in 1995. Jeffrey Jacoby was board certified by American Board of Ortho...Click to read more
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