Paul F. DeFrino, M.D. Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Surgery · 2019-08-09 · fasciitis, reconstruction...
Transcript of Paul F. DeFrino, M.D. Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Surgery · 2019-08-09 · fasciitis, reconstruction...
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION• Columbia UniversityNew York, New YorkBachelor of Arts
GRADUATE EDUCATION• Northwestern UniversityChicago, IllinoisDoctor of Medicine
RESIDENCY• Orthopaedic SurgeryNorthwestern UniversityChicago, Illinois
FELLOWSHIP• Foot and Ankle SurgeryBaylor UniversityDallas, Texas
BOARD CERTIFICATION• American Board ofOrthopaedic Surgery
SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS• American Academy ofOrthopaedic Surgeons
• American Orthopaedic Footand Ankle Society
Dr. Paul DeFrino is board certified in orthopaedic surgery and specializes in
the treatment of foot and ankle disorders, fractures and trauma. As a
fellowship trained foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. DeFrino has experience in the
treatment of complex foot and ankle conditions including: Achilles tendinitis/
rupture, calcaneal fractures, forefoot deformities, ligament repair, plantar
fasciitis, reconstruction following acute trauma or complex fractures, stress
injury, tarsal tunnel syndrome, wound care, etc. He is one of a handful of
surgeons in the Chicago region performing ankle replacement for advanced
arthritis. His primary focus is to restore foot and ankle health utilizing
advanced techniques and treatment options.
Dr. DeFrino came to Parkview Orthopaedic Group following a Fellowship in
Foot and Ankle Surgery at Baylor University in Dallas, Texas. He earned his
Medical Degree from Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine
where he also completed his Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery.
Dr. DeFrino serves as an attending surgeon at Advocate Christ Medical
Center and Palos Community Hospital. He is an Instructor in Orthopaedic
Surgery at Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and University of Illinois.
He is a member of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society and the
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
INDIVIDUALIZED APPROACHDr. DeFrino provides his patients with a unique and highly individualized
treatment plan focused on restoring function and mobility. His treatment ranges
from conservative non-surgical to complex surgical reconstruction. His expert
services are complemented by state-of-the-art technology including digital x-ray,
MRI and Physical Therapy.
Dr. DeFrino sees patients at the Palos Heights and Oak Lawn office locations.
Paul F. DeFrino, M.D.Orthopaedic Foot &Ankle Surgery
Comprehensive State-of-the-Art Orthopaedic Care
Main Office7600 W. College DrivePalos Heights, IL 60463(708) 361-0600(708) 361-8710 FAX
www.parkviewortho.com