Week of March 25th
Congratulations to our newly selected orthopaedic residents, class of 2012!
Week of March 18th
Dr. Terry Light is the subject of a chapter in How Doctors Think, which is a new book by Gerome Groopman, M.D. Dr. Light’s chapter, entitled “Surgery and Satisfaction” discusses the author’s search for a diagnosis to a complex hand problem and Dr. Light’s comments on the journey.
Week of March 4th
The entire staff in Orthopaedics and throughout Loyola University Chicago mourn the loss of a wonderful lady, good friend, and dependable, conscientious employee of Loyola for over 20 years. Sandy was the Residency Coordinator for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation for many, many years, and had retired just last year from our dept. She passed away suddenly last Monday evening surrounded by her family. Our hearts are broken, but we will cherish our memories of her quick wit, energetic personality and unwavering dedication to the university, her family and friends. Please keep her family in your thoughts and prayers.
Congratulations, Dr. Amy Wickman! The American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society has awarded a research grant for the study of load transfer in transtibial amputation with distal tibio-fibular bone bridging, which Amy will be researching under the guidance of Drs. Pinzur and Patwardhan.
Denis Williams, MD (PGY3) has recently received two more Magis awards, putting Denis in his own Galaxy. The two most recent awards honored Denis for his epic expertise during the graveyard shift on 5-South, when he provided computer support for the nurses after the help desk had closed, and the other was from Dr. Cichon, Director of Emergency Medical Services, for the care Denis gave to a grateful patient. Denis, you are a Star!
Pietro Tonino, MD, is quoted in an article in Reuters cautioning parents about the rise in injuries for our youth as a result of overuse in one sport participation. Dr. Tonino states, “We are having to operate on these kids at a high-school level, where you used to do the same surgeries with professional pitchers.
Week of February 25th
Please welcome, Harold Schock IV [ photo ], son of Harold Schock, MD (PGY5) and Katie Schock, born on February 7, 2007, weighing in at 7lbs. 6 oz. and 21 inches in length. The Schock Family are all doing well.
Patient Appreciation
Dr. Pinzur was honored with a Magis star for his compassionate care of a grateful patient. The patient stated, “Loyola is fortunate to have him on staff.” Congratulations and thank you, Dr. Pinzur, for your unwavering Magis spirit!
Week of February 18th
We wish to welcome two new nurses to our Orthopaedic family. Pat Morell, LPN, (new to Loyola) joined the department about a month ago and Kathy Gonzalez, RN, (long-time Loyola employee) will be starting on Monday, Feb. 19, 2007. Welcome ladies, we look forward to working with you.
Week of February 11th
In a study headed by John Callaci, PhD it was found that “steroid injections temporarily produce a molecular response in the tissue that is similar to that of a tendon injury, possibly making it more vulnerable to damage during this time. This is especially important because steroids give patients rapid pain relief. If a patient returns to rigorous activities right away, the weakened tissue may not be able to sustain itself.” John presented his findings at the 53rd annual meeting of the Orthopaedic Research Society in San Diego, California. Others that contributed to the study were Dr. Frederick Wezeman, Dr. Pietro Tonino, Dr. Dainius Juknelis, Dr. Anthony Wei, and Dr. Benjamin Sears.
Week of February 4th
Reuters Health has picked up a study being researched by Frederick Wezeman, PhD, principle investigator, Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehab., regarding the impact of binge alcohol drinking and the increase in osteoporosis. Dr. Wezeman and associates observed that large quantities of alcohol led to a significant decrease in bone mineral density and bone strength. “If you are an alcoholic, you are damaging your skeleton”, advises Dr. Wezeman.
Dr. John Callaci, Asst. Professor in Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation with a joint appointment in Dept. of Cell Biology Neurobiology and Anatomy, is to be married to Martha Bautista, a graduate of UCLA. Ms. Bautista is a clinical research specialist at ICON. A 2007 wedding (date TBD) is planned.
Week of January 28th
30 Medical Students attended the casting clinic hosted by the Stritch School of Medicine Orthopaedic Interest Group. Clay Nuelle, group president, extends his thanks to Dr. Light for supporting it, and Amy Wickman, Ben Sears and Denis Williams for their organization and teaching. Thanks to all.
Week of January 1st
Introducing Dr. Paul Belich, who joined our department on January 1, 2007, formerly of Chicago Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine in Chicago. Dr. Belich is an orthopaedic surgeon who will be providing non-operative general orthopaedic care to our patients.
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