Rena joined Fox Valley Orthopedics in 2020 after completing her master’s degree at Midwestern University, partnering with Dr. Sostak to help patients prevent and recover from sports medicine injuries. As a board-certified physician assistant, she specializes in knee, shoulder, and hip conditions, evaluating patients independently in the clinic, managing diagnostic imaging, and assisting in surgical procedures. Rena brings an energetic, supportive approach to care, helping patients regain their strength and safely return to active lifestyles. Outside of the office, she loves working out at the gym, spending quality time with family, and traveling to explore new places.
Conditions
ACL Injuries, Biceps Tear at the Shoulder, Biceps Tendinitis in the Shoulder, Elbow Arthritis, Elbow Fracture or Dislocation, Frozen Shoulder, Knee Arthritis, Knee Ligament Injuries, Meniscus Tears, Patellar Discolation, Rotator Cuff Tears, Runner’s Knee, Separated Shoulder, Shoulder Arthritis, Shoulder Dislocation, Shoulder Instability, Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Labral Tear, SLAP Tears, Tennis Elbow, Tommy John (UCL) Injuries, and other conditions
Treatments
ACL Reconstruction, Bankart Repair, Knee Cartilage Restoration, Knee Scope (Arthroscopy), Latarjet Shoulder Surgery, Lemaire Procedure, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Reverse Shoulder Replacement, Rotator Cuff Repair, Shoulder Reconstruction, Shoulder Replacement, Shoulder Scope, and other treatments
Credentials
Certifications
- Certified Physcian Assistant
Physician assistants are versatile clinicians in our practice. They can perform physical examinations, diagnose and treat orthopedic injuries, order and interpret lab tests, perform minor procedures, assist in surgery, and provide patient education. They extend the ability of our surgeons to care for our patients. PA-C is an acronym for Physician Assistant – Certified, meaning they have their own medical licenses and have passed the Physician Assistant National Certifying exam, among other requirements, before receiving the medical license designation “PA-C”.
Education
- Midwestern University | MS (Physician Assistant Studies)
- Benedictine University | BS