Kenneth Chakour, MD, Joint Replacement

Kenneth S. Chakour, MD, FAAOS, FAAHKS

Orthopedic Surgeon

Specialties

Hip & Knee Replacement

A board-certified orthopedic surgeon, FAAOS and FAAHKS, and St. Charles North High School graduate, Dr. Kenneth Chakour specializes in outpatient, minimally invasive primary joint replacements, direct anterior hip replacements, and complex revision surgeries.

A leading expert in treating hip and knee osteoarthritis, post-traumatic arthritis, and hip dysplasia, he utilizes advanced robotic-assisted technology to customize each procedure to the patient’s exact anatomy for greater precision and faster recovery, including a muscle sparing subvastus approach for knee replacements. A pioneer in surgical innovation, Dr. Chakour performed the world’s first ASC hip replacement utilizing AI-integrated VELYS™ Hip Navigation technology. He frequently speaks at national events on robotics and actively educates fellow surgeons on implementing advanced technologies in joint replacement procedures.

Dr. Chakour emphasizes a conservative, multidisciplinary approach first, incorporating physical therapy, bracing, and injections, and reserving surgical intervention as a last option. Following surgery, he collaborates closely with physical therapists to ensure continuity of care and a smooth return to an active lifestyle. Outside the clinic, Dr. Chakour enjoys family life with his wife and two kids, as well as spending quality time with his German Shepherd, Otto.

Conditions

Hip Arthritis, Hip Bursitis, Hip Dislocation, Hip Dysplasia, Hip Fracture, Hip Impingement, Hip Instability, Hip Strains, Knee Arthritis, Knee Ligament Injuries, Labral Hip Tear, Lumbar Radiculopathy (Sciatica), Meniscus Tears, Runner’s Knee, Patellar Discolation, and other conditions

Treatments

Hip Arthroscopy, Hip Replacement, Knee Cartilage Restoration, Knee Replacement, Knee Scope (Arthroscopy), Minimally Invasive Knee & Hip Replacement, Partial Knee Replacement, Revision Hip Replacement, Revision Knee Replacement, Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement, and other treatments

Team Members

Ryan Schneider, PA-C, orthopedic joint replacement physician assistant in Illinois
Working in tandem with Dr. Chakour, Ryan assists in joint replacement procedures and oversees patient care before and after surgery. From initial clinical evaluations to long-term rehabilitation tracking, he focuses on delivering seamless support throughout each patient’s treatment journey.
Robert Taylor, PA-C, orthopedic joint replacement physician assistant
Robert (Ret) plays an integral role in Dr. Chakour’s surgical and clinical team, assisting in the operating room and managing post-operative recovery. He guides patients through pre-procedure preparation, follow-up appointments, and routine orthopedic consultations to ensure every individual receives attentive, personalized care.

Care Team Coordinator

Sheila

Care Team Coordinator

Ana

Registered Nurse

Ashley

Medical Scribe

Connor
In Practice Since 2018
Kenneth Chakour, MD, Joint Replacement

Credentials

Certifications

  • Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery | American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) 

Education

  • University of Louisville | Adult Reconstruction Fellowship
  • University of Chicago Medical Center | Orthopedic Surgery Residency
  • University of Chicago Medical Center | General Surgery Residency
  • University of Illinois at Chicago | MD
  • University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign | BS (Molecular & Cellular Biology

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