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Roman Anthony's Injury Baffles Independent Doctor
Dr. Mark Cohen of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush University, interviewed by The Boston Globe, said he has never seen a ring finger CMC ligament tear in 32 years and puts the typical recovery at 8-12 weeks.
Roman Anthony Not Headed for Surgery, But Return Date Remains a Mystery
Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony confirmed his partially torn ring finger ligament is not heading toward surgery, saying the recovery is progressing slower than expected but moving in the right direction. Dr. Mark Cohen of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush University, speaking with The Boston Globe, noted the injury is so rare he has never encountered an isolated ring finger CMC ligament tear in 32 years of practice.
Red Sox's Roman Anthony Injury Is So Rare Even Doctors Have Been Surprised
Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony underwent a six-week follow-up MRI on his torn ring finger ligament and it came back clean, with interim manager Chad Tracy confirming things are healing properly — though Dr. Mark Cohen of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush University has noted the injury's rarity makes a firm return timeline difficult to predict.
Red Sox Prospect Roman Anthony's Return Timeline Remains Uncertain, Says Dr. Mark Cohen
Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony faces an 8-12 week recovery timeline for his partial finger ligament tear, according to Dr. Mark Cohen of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush University. Speaking with Alex Speier of The Boston Globe, Dr. Cohen noted the injury is so rare that even pinpointing a firm return date remains difficult.
Red Sox Prospect Roman Anthony Faces Prolonged Absence After Finger Ligament Diagnosis
Boston Red Sox outfielder Roman Anthony, sidelined since May 4th, has been diagnosed with a partial ligament tear in his right ring finger. Dr. Mark Cohen, orthopedic specialist, was interviewed by The Boston Globe to shed light on the injury and what it means for Anthony's return.
A Record 21 Midwest Orthopaedics At Rush Physicians Named To Castle Connolly's "Top Doctors" List
John Fernandez and Robert Wysocki are recognized among Castle Connolly’s 2026 Top Doctors and ranked among the top 7 percent of upper extremity specialists nationwide. These physicians are peer-nominated and thoroughly vetted by a physician-led research team, reflecting best-in-class care, clinical excellence, and strong patient-centered communication at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush.
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush launches Hand, Wrist & Elbow Institute
We are honored to be featured in NewBreak, spotlighting the launch of our new website focused on comprehensive upper-extremity care through The Hand, Wrist & Elbow Institute at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush.
OR Manager Magazine Highlights Chicago White Sox and Chicago Bulls Team Physicians Launching the Hand, Wrist & Elbow Institute
We are honored to be featured in OR Manager Magazine, highlighting the launch of our new website dedicated to comprehensive upper-extremity care with The Hand, Wrist & Elbow Institute at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush.
Led by a collaborative team of five orthopedic surgeons—including Mark Cohen, MD and John Fernandez, MD—the Institute brings together nationally recognized expertise focused on personalized, leading-edge treatment for hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder conditions. As team physicians for the Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Bulls, our approach is rooted in teamwork, shared research, and coordinated surgical care.
Our close partnership with Rush University Medical Center strengthens this mission—advancing innovation today while helping train the surgeons of tomorrow.
Cadre of Elite Doctors Launch the Hand, Wrist & Elbow Institute at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
A group of five accomplished orthopedic surgeons has launched The Hand, Wrist & Elbow Institute at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. Offering seven practice locations, Mark Cohen, M.D., John Fernandez, M.D., Robert Wysocki, M.D., Xavier Simcock, M.D. and Nitin Goyal, M.D. bring together years of refined expertise to The Hand, Wrist & Elbow Institute, a part of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, the No. 1 center for orthopedic care in Chicago and Illinois. All five physicians are team doctors for the Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Bulls.
The Hand, Wrist & Elbow Institute at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush in Chicago feauted in Becker's Spine Review
The Hand, Wrist & Elbow Institute at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush has Illinois locations in Chicago, Naperville, Oak Brook, Westchester, Park Ridge and Joliet, along with an office in Munster, Ind.