David R. Morawski, MD,FAAOS
- Primary Specialty: Joint Replacement (Board Certified)
About Dr. Morawski
Joint Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Morawski is a board-certified physician who specializes in orthopedic surgery and total joint replacement. He has been performing knee and hip replacements for over 25 years, and is the leading expert in anterior hip replacement, minimally invasive muscle sparing same day total knee replacement, and joint revision surgery in the Northwest suburbs.
Patient-oriented, comprehensive care is at the forefront of Dr. Morawski’s treatment plan. He uses a variety of nonsurgical treatment methods including activity modification, medication, physical therapy, bracing, injections and pain management. Biologics for treatment of arthritis including platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and stem cell treatments are also used.
When surgery is necessary, patients can feel confident in a treatment and recovery plan that fits their individual needs. A pre-operative total joint replacement educational video is available to all patients, and it takes patients step-by-step through the surgical and recovery process.
For patients having hip surgery, Dr. Morawski uses a minimally invasive or muscle sparing hip arthroplasty technique where he is able to reduce damage to surrounding muscles and tendons. This technique often leads to faster recovery.
For patients having knee surgery, Dr. Morawski uses minimally invasive quadriceps sparing arthroplasty to allow patient to return home just hours after surgery. For patients having shoulder surgery, he performs both standard and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty if rotator cuff is incompetent.
Navigated/Computer-assisted Joint Replacement Surgery
To ensure proper alignment with pinpoint accuracy, Dr. Morawski uses image-guided navigation for knee joint replacements. The computer helps navigate the path of instruments in such a way that the new knee is fitted in the most optimum position. This advanced technology boasts a faster recovery time, and helps to improve the longevity of the knee implants.
Common reasons for joint replacement:
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Fracture
- Infection/osteomyelitis
- Tumor
- Loss of blood supply or avascular necrosis
- Abnormal growth or dysplasia
Dr. Morawski is committed to same day total joint replacement surgery in Fox Valley Orthopedic’s Ambulatory Surgery Center … patients can recover in the comfort of their own home hours after surgery.
An active member of the community, Dr. Morawski enjoys traveling with his wife throughout the United States and Europe, golfing, and spending time with family.
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Meet My Team
Top from left: Deja (Medical Assistant), Sai (Medical Scribe), Allen (Medical Scribe), and Tina (Care Team Coordinator). Bottom from left: Sue (Care Team Coordinator), Kaleb Church (Physician Assistant), Dr. David Morawski, Alex Millett (Physician Assistant) and Chantel (Medical Assistant). Not pictured: Shelby (Medical Scribe).
Pre-Op Total Joint Replacement Educational Video
Total Hip Replacement: Instructions - Consent - Quiz
Total Knee Replacement: Instructions - Consent - Quiz
Managing Pain Following Surgery
Home Health Care Following Surgery
Learn More - A Home-Based, Remote-Clinician-Controlled, Physical Therapy Devise Leads to Superior outcomes When Compared to Standard Physical Therapy for Rehabilitation After Total Knee Arthroplasty, by Spencer H. Summers, MD, Ryan M. Nunley, MD, and Eric M. Slotkin, DO, The Journal of Arthroplasty, October 10, 2022.
- College
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Bachelor of Science Degree in Biochemistry and Chemistry
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
- Medical School
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Doctor of Medicine
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Urbana, IL
- Residency
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Orthopedic Surgery
University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine
Kansas City, MO
- Fellowship
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Adult Reconstruction and Total Joint Replacement
University of California (San Diego) School of Medicine
San Diego, CA
- Board Certification
- Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
- Illinois Association of Orthopedic Surgeons
- Illinois State Medical Society
- Kane County Medical Society
- Illinois State Medical License
- California State Medical License
- Staff, Northwestern Medicine, Delnor Hospital, Geneva IL (former Chairman, Department of Surgery)
- Staff, Ascension, Saint Joseph Hospital, Elgin IL
- Staff, Advocate Sherman Hospital, Elgin IL
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