Dr. Steven S. Louis, M.D.
Orthopaedic Hip, Knee & Trauma
An integral part of the Hinsdale Orthopaedics team since 1997, Dr. Louis’ exceptional surgical skills are complemented by a personable style and dedication to the highest quality patient outcomes and satisfaction. He is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon and is fellowship trained in the area of trauma. His post-residency training allows him to treat patients with traumatic injury, particularly those with pelvic injuries, complex fractures, nonunions, and infections. Additionally, Dr. Louis’ practice focuses on hip and knee replacements.
Dr. Louis is one of few surgeons in the Chicago area who performs total hip replacement using the Direct Anterior Approach. Expanding on the pelvic trauma reconstructive work that he does, this procedure has been a natural and comfortable transition. For knee replacements, Dr. Louis uses a customized system made specifically for each patient’s anatomy.
Dr. Louis is the Director of Orthopaedic Trauma at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, Illinois, a Level I Trauma Center. He also serves as the Chairman of the Operating Room Committee and Chairman of the Department of Surgery. He is an instructor for the Association for the Study of Internal Fixation (ASIF), clinical instructor at Loyola Medical Center, and clinical instructor for the Direct Anterior Approach Total Hip Arthroplasty, training surgeons, residents and other healthcare professionals. Dr. Louis is also an active clinical faculty member of the American Hip Institute. Dr. Louis dedicates considerable time to lecturing and to hands-on training of other physicians, medical students, nurses, and allied health professionals.
- Fellowship, Orthopaedic Trauma, The Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
- Residency, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
- Internship, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
- M.D., Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Direct Anterior Hip Replacement
- Trauma/Complex Fracture Management
- Nonunion/Malunion of Fractures
- Pelvic & Acetabulum Reconstructive Surgery
- Knee Replacement
- Partner, Hinsdale Orthopaedics
- Director, Orthopaedic Trauma, Good Samaritan Hospital
- Chairman, Department of Surgery, Good Samaritan Hospital
- Chairman of OR Committee, Good Samaritan Hospital
- Clinical Instructor, Loyola University Medical Center
- Clinical Instructor, Direct Anterior Approach Total Hip Arthroplasty
- Staff Physician, Hinsdale Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital
- US News & World Report Top Doctor, Orthopaedics
- Hinsdale Hospital
- Good Samaritan Hospital
- Salt Creek Surgery Center
- Team Physician, High Performance Network, USA Swimming
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons
- American Medical Association
- Orthopaedic Trauma Association
- AO-ASIF Instructor/Faculty Member
- DuPage County Medical Society
- Illinois Orthopaedic SocietyPo
Education & Training
Medical Education
University of California
San Diego School of Medicine
Internship
University of California (UCSF)
Orthopedic Surgery Residency
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
Fellowship(s)
Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Auckland New Zealand
Foot/Ankle Lower Extremity
Reconstruction, Portland, Oregon
Current Appointments
Chair of Patient Safety Committee, AAOS
Assistant Professor, University of California, San Franscisco
Co-drector, Mills-Peninsula Orthopedic Ankle Center
Sit Director, Malawi, Health Volunteers Overseas
Hospital Affiliations
Mills-Peninsula Health Services
VA Medical Center, Palo Alto
VA Medical Center, San Francisco
Medical Affiliations
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
Mills-Peninsula Division
Mills-Peninsula Physician Network
University of San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center, San Francisco
Spoken Languages
English
Spanish
Professional Activities & Personal Interests
Dr. Kim enjoys overseas travel, soccer and surfing.
He also strives to bring innovative treatment options to his patients and transforming lives through his continued work with:
Health Volunteers Overseas Organization (HVO),
Institute for Global Orthopedics & Trauma (IGOT),
Patient Communication Programs at Peninsula Bone & Joint, and Ankle Scientific Studies .
Commerical Interests
American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS)
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
California Orthopedic Association
Orthopedic Overseas/Health Volunteers Overseas
Abbott Society, UCSF
Institute for Global Orthopaedics and Traumatology (IGOT)
CONDITIONS
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Injuries of the Shoulder
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Injuries of the Elbow
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Injuries of the Knee
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Injuries of the Ankle
TREATMENTS
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Conservative Treatments of the Shoulder, Elbow, Knee & Ankle
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Arthroscopic Surgery of the Shoulder
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Shoulder Replacement Surgery – Total & Reverse Shoulder
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Revision Shoulder Replacement Surgery
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Rotator Cuff Surgery, Labral & RTC Repair
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Shoulder Instability Surgery
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Elbow Replacement & Arthroplasty Surgery
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Knee Replacement Surgery
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Knee Arthroscopy
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Ilizarov Reconstruction Surgery
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Ankle Replacement Surgery
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Ankle Reconstruction Surgery
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Calcaneal Fractures
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Complex Ankle & Foot Surgery
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Ankle & Hindfoot Fusion (Arthrodesis)
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Arthroscopic Surgery of the Ankle
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Ankle Ligament & Tendon Surgery
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Calcaneal Fractures
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Treatment of Non-Unions
Although I treat many patients with similar orthopedic injuries, I believe that the best outcomes for patients result from individualized treatment plans. Not every injury is the same. And to be sure, every patient has his or her own goals. Whether your hope is to return to a high level of competitive sports or to be able to walk your dog without pain, forming the best treatment plan requires excellent communication and trust with your surgeon. I am committed to listening and working with you to find the best treatment approach for your injury and lifestyle.
My goal is to provide you the highest quality of care by offering the most advanced yet scientifically sound surgical treatments available. I am a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with dual-fellowship training in both Shoulder and Elbow Surgery and Foot and Ankle Surgery. I specialize in reconstructive procedures such as shoulder and ankle replacements as well as minimally-invasive arthroscopic techniques.
I believe in advancement of the field through scientific study and education. I hold a faculty appointment in the department of Orthopedic Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco. I am involved with clinical research which offers patients access to the newest treatments and which helps advance our knowledge moving forward. Through my affiliations with both University of California, San Francisco and Stanford, I work with and teach the next generation of orthopedic surgeons.
In my office, I work closely with my partners who are all board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons. Together, we cover a broad range of orthopedic specialties.
Had total reverse shoulder surgery operation and rehab and Dr. Kim and staff were great!! Results are very good and I am grateful to all for their expertise and effort throughout!! Thank you!!
Experienced knee pain which ended up being a partially torn meniscus. Had surgery which relieved a great deal of pain and am able to move around better due to followup care (rehab appointments). The care I received was and has been great!! Grateful to have found an orthopedic doctor who gave me this great experience. Thank you Dr. Kim!!
Dr. Kim provided outstanding care from start to finish. He provides highly competent and professional clinical care before and after surgery, with great skill. Despite COVID, the clinic operates professionally and efficiently. His PA Daryl is equally professional and competent. Dr. Kim and associates provide an optimum healing environment and experience.
Meet Dr. Steven Louis
Dr. Steven Louis’ Clinical Areas of Expertise
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Injuries of the Shoulder
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Injuries of the Elbow
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Injuries of the Knee
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Injuries of the Ankle
Dr. Steven Louis’ News
Knee Replacement & Treatments
Dr. Steven Louis provides comprehensive treatment options for patients suffering from knee pain, knee conditions and injuries of the knee, developing customized treatment plans to meet each patients needs.
Dr. Louis Featured In Health News Today
Dr. Steven Louis provides comprehensive treatment options for patients who are suffering from orthopaedic trauma and fracture injuries. Dr. Louis will work closely with you each step of the way to provide the best possible outcomes.
Anterior Approach Hip Replacement
Dr. Louis is one of the few orthopedic surgeons in Illinois replacing hips from a direct anterior approach. He has now performed over 3,000 procedures in the past ten years, providing patients with innovative treatment options.
