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Vishal M. Mehta, MD, FAAOS

Orthopedic Surgeon

Specialties

Sports Medicine, Knee, Shoulder

Dr. Mehta is a world-renowned, board-certified sports medicine orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder, knee, and hip arthroscopy, cartilage restoration, and shoulder replacement. As President of Fox Valley Orthopedics, an international lecturer, and a leading researcher featured in major outlets like The Wall Street Journal and ESPN, he is at the forefront of orthopedic innovation.

He founded both the Fox Valley Orthopedic Research Foundation to advance implant design and the Foundation for International Orthopedic Development to expand care globally. Recognized for eight consecutive years as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, Dr. Mehta combines cutting-edge surgical expertise with thorough, evidence-based patient care.

Conditions

ACL Injuries, Biceps Tear at the Shoulder, Knee Ligament Injuries, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Patellar Discolation, Rotator Cuff Tears, Runner’s Knee, Separated Shoulder, Shoulder Dislocation, Shoulder Instability, Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Labral Tear, SLAP Tears, Tennis Elbow, Tommy John (UCL) Injuries, Biceps Tendinitis in the Shoulder, Elbow Arthritis, Elbow Fracture or Dislocation, Frozen Shoulder, Meniscus Tears, Neck Injuries, Shoulder Arthritis, Knee Arthritis, and other conditions

Treatments

ACL Reconstruction, Bankart Repair, Latarjet Shoulder Surgery, Knee Cartilage Restoration, Knee Scope (Arthroscopy), Rotator Cuff Repair, Shoulder Scope, Reverse Shoulder Replacement, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Shoulder Reconstruction, Shoulder Replacement, Knee Replacement, and other treatments

Specialized Services

Lemaire Procedure

Team Members

Robert Spelic, PA-C, orthopedic sports medicine physician assistant in Illinois
Robert works closely with Dr. Mehta in clinic and surgery to provide comprehensive sports medicine care. He often sees Dr. Mehta's patients and collaborates with him on their treatment plans and recovery progress.
Mikaela Domico, PA-C, orthopedic sports medicine physician assistant in Illinois.
Mikaela partners with Dr. Mehta in clinic and surgery to help deliver comprehensive sports medicine care. She assists in managing care for Dr. Mehta's patients and coordinates closely with him throughout each stage of their recovery.

Care Team Coordinator

Sue

Certified Athletic Trainer

Melissa

Care Team Coordinator

Brittany

Medical Scribe

Samantha

Medical Scribe

Julia
In Practice Since 1998
Dr. Vishal Mehta's Team

Credentials

Certifications

  • Board Certified, Orthopaedic Surgery | American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
  • Board Certified, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine | American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)  
  • Certified, Evaluation of Disabiltiy and Impairment Rating | AADEP, AMA Guides Sixth Edition

Education

  • University of California | Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy Fellowship
  • University of Califorinia | Shoulder & Knee Research Fellowship
  • University of Chicago | Orthopedic Surgery Residency
  • University of Illinois at Chicago | MS (with honors)
  • Loyola University | BS (Business Administration/Finance), Summa Cum Laude

Memberships & Awards

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