A member of the Fox Valley Orthopedics team since 2015, Joe works alongside Dr. Joshua Alpert to help patients treat and prevent a wide range of orthopedic sports medicine conditions. As a board-certified physician assistant specializing in the shoulder, knee, and hip, he evaluates patients independently in the clinic, manages diagnostic imaging, and assists in surgical procedures. Joe takes an approachable, thorough path to care, ensuring each patient understands their treatment options from diagnosis through recovery. Off duty, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two sons, tuning in for Manchester United matches, and diving into World War II history books.
Conditions
ACL Injuries, Biceps Tear at the Shoulder, Biceps Tendinitis in the Shoulder, Elbow Fracture or Dislocation, Frozen Shoulder, Knee Ligament Injuries, Labral Hip Tear, Meniscus Tears, Rotator Cuff Tears, Runner’s Knee, Separated Shoulder, Shoulder Arthritis, Shoulder Dislocation, Shoulder Instability, and other conditions
Treatments
ACL Reconstruction, Bankart Repair, Knee Cartilage Restoration, Knee Scope (Arthroscopy), Latarjet Shoulder Surgery, Reverse Shoulder Replacement, Rotator Cuff Repair, Shoulder Reconstruction, Shoulder Replacement, Shoulder Scope, and other treatments
Accepts workers comp: Yes
Credentials
Certifications
- Certified Physician 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)
- Roosevelt University | BS