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February 14, 2008
Gregory Caronis, M.D. was recently nominated by his colleagues to be chairman of Orthopaedics at Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, Illinois. In his new leadership capacity, Dr. Caronis will work with hospital administration and staff physicians to ensure that highest quality orthopaedic services are readily available to the residents of Lake County and surrounding areas.
December 19, 2007
Dr. Gregory Caronis recently attended the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and Orthopaedic Trauma Association’s trauma course held in Rosemont Illinois on December 6-8, 2007. Through lectures, case discussions, and practical hands-on cadaver labs, Dr. Caronis honed his skills for treating routine and high energy complex fractures using new and innovative techniques as well as tried and true methods. He also learned to compare and contrast various surgical treatment options for various and complex fractures, as well as locked and non-locked plating techniques. It also included discussions regarding complications associated with high energy trauma and how to avoid them.
September 20, 2007
Dr. Thomas Baier, in a desire to support our military and our country, recently received his commission to serve in the US Army Reserves. He will serve as an orthopaedic surgeon and will attend basic training in the follow with potential deployment next year. He will be deployed 3-4 months at a time and continue his regular practice at Greenleaf Orthopaedics when home. Dr Baier was interviewed by CBS 2 Chicago. Also check out the story in the Daily Herald.
September 19, 2007
In an always continuing effort to bring the latest in orthopaedic trauma care to Lake County, Illinois, Gregory Caronis, MD, Thomas Baier, MD, Roger Collins, MD, and Selina Carpenter, PA-C attended the Chicago Trauma Symposium held at the Palmer House in Chicago from August 10th-12th, 2007, The purpose of this course is to provide a basis for recognition and modern management of complex trauma and musculoskeletal injuries. The course was an intensive three days of sessions with a series of lectures which include twelve specialized hands-on workshops. The course objectives were designed to offer the Greenleaf doctors an integrated approach to trauma management. Topics covered included:
- Techniques of long bone stabilization, including intramedullary nailing, external fixation and plating.
- Indications and complications associated with the use of pelvic external fixation.
- Current concepts in the initial management of pelvic and acetabular fractures.
- Management of upper extremity trauma.
- Current methods for the management of foot and ankle trauma.
- Treatment options for management of complex lower extremity injuries.
- The use of locked-plating techniques and image-guided surgery.
September 7, 2007
John G. Mayer, MD was featured in Condell Medical Center's MedStaff News Publication as one of six Chicago area orthopedic surgeons specializing in total joint replacement who was invited to Boston for a Round Table discussion with the designers of the Johnson & Johnson knee system. Design features and principles were discussed, as well as surgical techniques, complex knee joint replacements and clinical results.
May 8, 2007
We are pleased to announce the recent opening of our newest location in Round Lake, Illinois in the Silver Oaks Center. Close to patients in Grayslake, Antioch, Round Lake, Lake Villa and Lindenhurst, we are more convenient than ever. Our newest location offers the services of our excellent orthopaedic surgeons to northern Lake County, Illinois. Continuing to offer care in the areas of arthritis, total joint replacement, spine surgery, sports medicine, fractures, foot and ankle surgery, spine surgery, and arthroscopy, our office offers the most skilled physicians and the latest technological advances, including digital xrays. To meet all of our patients’ orthopaedic needs, on site physical therapy is available.
May 1, 2006
From April 27-29, 2006, Dr. Caronis attended the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) Advanced Foot and Ankle Course in Atlanta, Georgia. This advanced sympsium in foot and ankle surgery is designed for the orthopaedic surgeon who regularly treats difficult foot and ankle problems. The world renowned faculty presented discussions and cases of common problems related to orthopaedic fractures, sports injuries and reconstruction procedures for diabetes and arthritis, providing insight into the complexity and management of these problems.
January 12, 2006
John G. Mayer, MD has been certified in computer assisted surgery for total knee replacement. This is now available at Lake Forest Hospital. The role of the computer and its overall benefits and results are still not clear or proven. However, in some situations the computer can be helpful to guide alignment decisions and reinforce the surgeon’s judgment during surgery.
November 3, 2005
From October 28th through October 30th 2005, Dr. Gregory Caronis, MD and Roger Collins, MD attended the 7th Annual, "Occupational Orthopaedic & Workers Compensation: A Multidisciplinary Perspective," meeting. Sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, this valuable symposium covered wide ranging topics affecting the injured worker, including:
- Evaluation of patients with musculoskeletal pain associated with the workplace and formulation of treatment plans with appropriate return to work guides
- Comparing and contrasting surgical and nonsurgical treatment protocols for workplace injuries
- Discussion of alternative treatment, rehabilitation techniques, and outcomes for work related injuries
- Understanding how to avoid unnecessary disability
- Gaining familiarity with impairment evaluations and reports
- Improvement of report writing and development of new skills in office management for work-related-injuries
- Understanding how to use the science to support return-to-work
Improved understanding of the injured worker will help the doctors at Greenleaf Orthopedic associates continue to provide excellence in care to their injured patients in Gurnee, Libertyville, and all of Lake County, Illinois.
October 15, 2005
Among the most challenging problems in the field of orthopedics is the treatment of ankle arthritis. It affects many people of all ages, and leads to problems including pain and limited activities. In a continuing and never ending effort to provide for the orthopaedic needs of patients in Gurnee, Libertyville, and all of Lake County, Illinois, Dr. Gregory Caronis attended the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons sponsored course, "Evolving Techniques and Gold Standard Procedures for Ankle Arthritis." Held from September 30th, 2005 through October 2nd, 2005 in Rosemont, Illinois, it covered diverse topics including non operative, conservative treatment of ankle arthritis with bracing and orthotic devices. It also covered the latest and current standard of care treatments of ankle arthritis including ankle arthroscopy, ankle replacement, and ankle fusion.
September 21, 2005
In the most recent issue of Condell Medical Center's, "House Calls," newsletter, Dr. John Mayer was featured. In this article, Dr. Mayer, an expert in joint replacement surgery, discussed causes of knee arthritis and reasons to undergo knee replacement surgery. This article discussed options in surgery, "mini-incision," surgery and post operative rehabilitation. In addition the website of Greenleaf Orthopaedic Associates was featured as a top website for patients interested in getting more detailed information on their orthopaedic problems. This article mentioned that Greenleaf's website was, "chosen by eHealthcare Strategy and Trends," newsletter as a top website in the April, 2005 issue."
August 15, 2005
Gregory Caronis, MD, Thomas Baier, MD, and Selina Carpenter, PA-C were recent attendees of the, "7th Annual Chicago Trauma Symposium," held in Chicago, Illinois from August 11th through the 14th, 2005. This four day course reviewed the most current standards of care and latest treatments for injuries involving the musculoskeletal system. Their participation assures Lake County, Illinois residents will have close to home access to the latest treatment options for their bone and joint injuries for years to come.
July 22, 2005
In an ongoing effort to bring the latest orthopaedic treatments to Lake County, Illinois, Dr. Gregory Caronis, MD, Dr. Thomas Baier, MD, and Caroline Peterson, PA-C, were attendees of a meeting in Rosemont, Illinois, "Treatment Options for Difficult Fractures: A New Technology Symposium." This conference took place on May 7th. It provided our practitioners the opportunity to gain insight and improve their surgical skills in applying the latest techniques in treating broken bones. Topics included using advanced locking plate technology in the surgical care of elbow and wrist fractures. The most current information on bone grafting and bone graft substitutes was also discussed.
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