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Orthopedic surgeons specialize in the health and well-being of the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons treat trauma, injury, and degenerative or congenital conditions affecting adults and children. The team at SIU Medicine Orthopedic Surgery also provide treatment for sport related injuries, joint care, and podiatry.

Osteoarthritis is a type of arthritic inflammation that occurs when the flexible ends of bones begins to wear down. Medications, physical therapy, and sometimes surgery can help reduce pain and maintain joint movement.

Osteoporosis is a condition in which the body's production of new bone material does not keep up with the loss of old material, leading to bones becoming weak and/or brittle. Osteoporosis often shows no symptoms until a bone becomes fractured. Treatment includes medications, a healthy diet, and weight-bearing exercise to help prevent bone loss or strengthen already weak bones.

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If you are interested in any of these programs, please contact our office at (217) 545-9112 or thinkfirst@siumed.edu .

The Academy for Scholarship in Education (ASE) seeks to recognize medical students for their commitment to teaching and learning. We do this through naming an Outstanding Student Medical Educator as well as recognizing students through the Commitment to Teaching Honoree distinction. Outstanding Student Medical Educator. This award is given to a third or fourth year medical student who has demonstrated exceptional leadership in and commitment to the areas of teaching, community health education, and educational scholarship . To earn this honor, the medical student demonstrates active engagement