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Robert Coats, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Tinley Park, IL, Franciscan Health Olympia Fields

RobertCoatsMDCAQ-Hand, FAAOS

Orthopaedic Surgery Tinley Park, IL

Elbow Surgery, Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Shoulder Surgery

Orthopaedic Hand & Upper Extremity Surgeon at CSO Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery

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Summary

  • I am a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with a Certificate of Additional Qualification in Hand Surgery (CAQ-Hand). I specialize in the operative and non-operative treatment of Hand & Upper Extremity Conditions, utilizing the most advanced and cost-effective minimally invasive techniques. General fracture care for adults and children, is also provided at multiple locations in Northwest Indiana. Endoscopic and arthroscopic treatments are available for peripheral nerve compression syndromes (Carpal and Cubital Tunnel), rotator cuff/labral tears, and intra-articular (inside the joint) pathology of the wrist and elbow. Office amenities including, x-ray, ultrasound and mini-fluoroscopy (real time x-ray imaging), allow me to diagnose and treat many conditions during an initial office consultation. I have a special interest in upper extremity joint replacement surgery for traumatic and arthritic conditions involving the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand and digits. My practice has a strong Worker’s Compensation Department and accepts a variety of insurance products.

Education & Training

  • University of Chicago
    University of ChicagoFellowship, Hand Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery), 2003 - 2004
  • Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University
    Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State UniversityResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1998 - 2003
  • The University of Toledo College of Medicine
    The University of Toledo College of MedicineClass of 1998, MD
  • University of Michigan
    University of MichiganBS, Biology and Psychology, 1988 - 1993

Certifications & Licensure

  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2003 - 2026
  • IN State Medical License
    IN State Medical License 2005 - 2025
  • MI State Medical License
    MI State Medical License 1998 - 2003
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Surgery of the Hand

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory EMR, Epic Systems Corporation, 2013

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

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