Webinars

Your hands are essential to your everyday life—so when something goes wrong, even small issues can have a big impact. Join Dr. Peter Hoepfner from IBJI to learn about the most common hand and upper extremity problems, including fractures, tendon injuries, nerve issues, arthritis, and even wrist replacements. He’ll also address concerns like lumps and bumps that may seem minor but shouldn’t be ignored. 

Dr. Hoepfner is dual board-certified in orthopedic surgery and hand and upper extremity surgery. As an expert in open and arthroscopic surgery, he specializes in carpal tunnel release, cubital tunnel release, sports injuries, fractures, dislocations, arthritis, tennis elbow, and complex elbow and wrist reconstruction. He also brings specialized experience in surgical reconstruction for patients with rheumatoid arthritis, helping many regain independence and improve their quality of life. He performs all of his own surgeries and is one of the few surgeons in the Chicago area who performs total wrist replacements.

Dr. Richard Nicolay specializes in the treatment of injuries to the large joints, including the shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee. He has expertise in sports-related injuries and shoulder replacements. He trained directly with the team physicians for the New York Giants, Nets, Knicks, Mets, and Red Bulls as well as Team USA Basketball and Swimming. Dr. Nicolay traveled abroad to complete a mini-fellowship in advanced shoulder replacement techniques, working with leaders of the European Society for Surgery of the Shoulder and the Elbow in Switzerland and France.

If you are considering knee replacement surgery, it's important to understand the rehab and recovery process. Recovering from knee replacement surgery is a journey—one that requires the right care, guidance, and rehabilitation. Join PT Kurt Hutchinson of Illinois Bone & Joint Institute for an expert-led webinar on rehabilitation after a knee replacement, where we’ll cover what to expect post-surgery, essential rehab exercises, and tips for a smoother, more effective recovery. 

Kurt has been a physical therapist with IBJI since 2002. During that time, he has held a variety of roles, including staff therapist, facility manager, and now regional manager. He has worked with athletes at all levels—from Little League to professional—in baseball, basketball, football, golf, and triathlon. Kurt also specializes in foot and ankle rehabilitation and orthotic fabrication, including work with athletes at Northwestern University. In recent years, he has focused on treating patients with chronic and persistent pain.