Headshot of Dr. David Morawski, total joint replacement specialist and orthopedic surgeon

David R. Morawski, MD, FAAOS

Orthopedic Surgeon

Specialties

Hip & Knee Replacement

Dr. Morawski is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over 30 years of experience specializing in same-day total joint replacement, anterior hip replacement, and complex joint revision surgery. Grounded in a patient-centered philosophy, he prioritizes conservative care before recommending surgery. When operative care is needed, Dr. Morawski utilizes minimally invasive, muscle-sparing techniques alongside advanced robotic navigation, having served as the lead developer for the ExcelsiusFlex™ robotic system with Globus Medical.

As a pioneer in outpatient joint replacement, he helps patients safely undergo hip, knee, and shoulder procedures and return home the same day.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Morawski enjoys traveling, golfing, and spending time with his family.

Conditions

Knee Arthritis, Hip Fracture, Hip Dislocation, Hip Bursitis, Hip Arthritis, Patellar Discolation, and other conditions

Treatments

Hip Arthroscopy, Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Knee Scope (Arthroscopy), Partial Knee Replacement, Revision Hip Replacement, Revision Knee Replacement, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), and other treatments

Team Members

Alexandra Millet, PA-C, orthopedic joint replacement physician assistant in Illinois
Alex works alongside Dr. Morawski in clinic and surgery to assist in providing specialized total joint and orthopedic care. Alex often sees Dr. Morawski's patients and collaborates with him on their treatment plans and recovery progress.
Kaleb Church, PA-C, orthopedic total joint replacement physician assistant in Illinois
Kaleb works closely with Dr. Morawski in clinic and surgery to help deliver comprehensive total joint and orthopedic care. He manages care for Dr. Morawski's patients and coordinates closely with him throughout each stage of their treatment.
Julia Gainski, PA-C, orthopedic joint replacement physician assistant in Illinois
Julia works with Dr. Morawski in clinic and surgery to deliver tailored total joint and orthopedic care. He evaluates Dr. Morawski's patients and partners with him to ensure smooth, personalized recovery plans.

Care Team Coordinator

Tina

Medical Assistant

Chantel

Medical Scribe

Laura

Medical Scribe

Yasha
In Practice Since 1993
David Morawski, MD, Joint Replacement with care team

Credentials

Certifications

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

Education

  • University of California San Diego School of Medicine | Adult Reconstruction & Total Joint Replacement Fellowship
  • Univeristy of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine | Orthopedic Surgery Residency
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine | MS
  • University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign | BS (Biochemistry & Chemistry)

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