Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH

09/01/2026

We are saddened by the passing of Dr. Gunnar Andersson.

Dr. Andersson was one of our founding physicians, a longtime spine surgeon, a prolific researcher, and a leader who helped shape the field of spine surgery as we know it today.

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Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush honors Dr. Gunnar Andersson, founding physician, spine surgeon, and researcher who shaped spine surgery for nearly 30 years.

08/31/2026

Metal on metal pushed hip resurfacing to the margins. Some surgeons never stopped seeing excellent results.

MOR's Dr. Craig Della Valle on the AHF Podcast: patient selection, the PolyMotion system, and the technique details that decide the outcome.

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Hip resurfacing was written off after the metal-on-metal era — but ...

08/31/2026

Why You Get Shorter as You Age:
Spine Surgeon Dr. Nathan Lee Explains

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Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush spine surgeon Dr. Nathan Lee explains why we lose height with age, when height loss signals a problem, and how to protect your spine.

08/31/2026

Dr. Kern Singh delivered the evening keynote at the World Neurosciences Summit in New Delhi: "The Surgeon Athlete: Keys to Longevity."

His premise: surgeons who train like athletes operate for a lifetime.

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Dr. Kern Singh of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush delivered the keynote "The Surgeon Athlete: Keys to Longevity" in New Delhi.

08/11/2026

See how Dr. Nathan Lee helped a teenage dancer with severe scoliosis return to the stage after spinal fusion surgery.

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A Chicago spine surgeon helped a teenage dancer with severe scoliosis return to the stage after spinal fusion surgery. Read Ashtyn's story.

08/05/2026

The orthopedic program at Rush has been ranked No. 9 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report in the publication's newly released 2026-2027 Best Hospitals rankings.

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The orthopedic program at Rush University Medical Center climbs to No. 9 nationally for 2026-2027.

07/31/2026

Frank Phillips, MD, was named one of Becker's Spine Review's 15 spine surgeons leading the motion preservation movement.

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Becker's Spine Review recognizes MOR's Dr. Frank Phillips among the top spine surgeons advancing motion preservation and minimally invasive spine care.

07/27/2026

Osteoporosis often has no symptoms until a fracture happens.

Dr. Kathy Weber breaks down who's at risk and how to protect your bones at any age.

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Osteoporosis often has no warning signs until a fracture occurs. Learn the risk factors and prevention tips

07/21/2026

Dealing with a new injury or persistent pain?

Our free injury assessment can help you understand what may be going on and what your next step should be.

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Schedule a free injury assessment with an MOR physical therapist.

07/09/2026

Researchers are testing next-gen soccer cleat studs designed to reduce the forces behind ACL and ankle injuries. MOR's Dr. Brian Forsythe, a medical advisor on the project, breaks it down on WGN.