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At the Hand, Wrist & Elbow Institute, collaboration drives everything we do. Our fellowship-trained specialists unite their skills and experience to deliver complete care, blending advanced techniques with compassion.

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Testimonials Patient Reviews

  • Dr Cohen and the staff of Midwest Orthopedics, as well as Gold Coast surgical center are the real deal. Dr Cohen clearly knows what he is doing. Thus far they have been kind, patient, and have gone out of their way to provide explanations and have been available post surgery. View more

    ~ M N ~

  • Dr. Mark Cohen and his team are very caring! Dr. Cohen took the time to review my xray results and go over the next steps. I'm thankful for his recommendation for my health and recovery. View more

    ~ Y ~

  • Dr. John Fernandez was fantastic! His knowledge, professionalism, and bedside manner while evaluating my 86 year old mother’s fractured wrist while I was on her speaker phone was 5 STAR! He came highly recommended and did not disappoint. View more

    ~ F N ~

  • Dr Fernandez and his team are on another level. We are lucky to have them in Chicago and I got blessed to be his patient. I got an Aptis implant on my right wrist. From every visit, to every email, to every text. Excellent Everything. View more

    ~ A R ~

  • My first appointment with Dr. Wysocki was motivated by increased weakness in my dominant hand and wrist. After Dr. Wysocki did a full review of my condition, he shared my options from least intrusive to surgery. View more

    ~ Anonymous ~

  • Dr. Wysocki and his team did an amazing job treating my left distal radius displaced fracture! Everyone was warm, thorough, professional, and made me feel confident throughout the entire process. View more

    ~ Anonymous ~

  • Dr. Simcock is professional and extremely knowledgeable. He performed my wrist surgery and as I told him, the process from beginning to end was very smooth. He followed up with me and his team was very easy to work with before and after. I highly recommend Dr. Simcock. View more

    ~ Anonymous ~

  • Dr Simcock you do excellent work. You make your patients feel as ease. You have a comforting manner and the ladies checking in the patients are so very welcoming. View more

    ~ A A ~

  • Dr. Goyal took care of my hand surgery, I had a severed tendon from a dog bite. He did a great job, My Hand is fully functional again. View more

    ~ K M ~

  • I found Dr. Goyal by asking Physical Therapists their opinion of the best hand doctors/surgeons that they have dealt with. PTs see the results of corrective procedures/surgeries so they are a phenomenal judge on a doctor’s abilities. Dr. Goyal came highly recommended. Although I have not had a pro... View more

    ~ C H ~

Patient Stories

  • Edin Seferovic Shares His
    Story after Elbow Surgery
  • Collegiate Baseball Pitcher, Tony Cantelo,
    Gets Back on the Mound after Elbow Surgery
  • Longlife Athlete, Ed Chen,
    Is Back in Action After Wrist Surgery
  • Back to CrossFit
    After Elbow Surgery
  • Triathlete Angelica Leon Fulfills
    Her Dream After Elbow Surgery
  • Competitive Hockey Player, Ryan Winkleblack,
    Returns to the Ice After Wrist Surgery
  • Hockey Player, Violet Fotino, Back on the
    Ice After Wrist Surgery
  • Competitive Pool Player, Verelen Zeek,
    Wins after Hand Surgery
  • Registered Nurse, Maureen Casey
    Shares Her Story after Wrist Surgery
  • Erin Brais Shares Her
    Story after Hand Surgery
  • Gymnast Madison Schafer Shares
    Her Story after Elbow Surgery
  • Dr Robert Wysocki Uses Minimally Invasive Technique for Wrist Fracture Patient
  • Dr John Fernandez Performs
    Finger Transplant Changes Patient's Life
  • Man's Best Friend & Hand Injuries
  • Lisa Stafford Shares Her Story after
    Wrist & Hand Surgery
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CUTTING-EDGE SURGERY Carpal Tunnel Release

A surgical procedure that relieves pressure on the median nerve, reducing pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and wrist, restoring function.

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PERSONALIZED SOLUTIONSHand & Elbow Sports Injuries

Hand and elbow sports injuries, like sprains, fractures, and tendon damage, can limit your performance. With proper diagnosis and treatment, you can regain strength, mobility, and function to safely return to your sport.

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Latest Blog

Summer Sports Hand Injuries: The Most Common ER Visits and How to Avoid Them

Summer Sports Hand Injuries: The Most Common ER Visits and How to Avoid Them

Longer days and warmer weather bring a surge in outdoor activity, from pickup basketball games to cycling, tennis, and weekend DIY projects.

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Arthritis Awareness Month: How Hand and Wrist Arthritis Differs from Other Joint Arthritis

Arthritis Awareness Month: How Hand and Wrist Arthritis Differs from Other Joint Arthritis

From typing on a keyboard to holding a morning coffee and sharing a gentle touch, our hands power countless daily moments.

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Work-Related Hand Injuries: What Chicago Workers Need to Know About Their Treatment Options

Work-Related Hand Injuries: What Chicago Workers Need to Know About Their Treatment Options

From the bustling construction sites in the Loop to the high-speed assembly lines in our industrial corridors.

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Our VideosIn the News

  • Dr Cohen Discusses
    Jay Cutler's Injury
  • Robert Wysocki, MD
    Orthopedic Surgeon at RUSH
  • Dr Robert Wysocki Uses Minimally Invasive Technique for Wrist Fracture Patient
  • WGN TV Around
    Town Grant Park Skate Park
  • Dr Mark Cohen Discusses
    Raven's Ray Lewis Triceps Injury
  • Persistent Tennis Elbow
    PRP could be an option
  • John Fernandez, MD
    Orthopedic Surgeon at RUSH
  • Dr Fernandez on his father
    his patients and his passion
  • Dr John Fernandez on Telemundo
    Discussing a Rare Finger Transplant
  • Dr John Fernandez Performs Finger Transplant Changes Patient's Life
  • Man's Best Friend &
    Hand Injuries
  • Hand, Wrist Elbow Institute
    Opens in Chicago
  • Rare Finger Transplant At
    Midwest Orthopaedics At Rush
  • Elbow Surgery ORIF of
    Fractures of the Radial Head
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