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Dr. Timothy K. Durnin

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 06/01/2012
Expertise

I can answer any and all questions relevant to orthopedics, orthopedic surgery, postoperative care, prevention and advice on latest procedures.

Experience in the area

20 years in private practice treating primarily orthopedic conditions, Co-admitter Olympia Fields Osteopathic Hospital (Level I Trauma Center)- Many Chicago Bulls Patients

Organizations

AASP (American Association of Spine Physicians ACA (American Chiropractic Association) ICA (Illinois Chiropractic Association)

Education/Credentials

BS/DC National University of Health Sciences 1991 Board Certified AMA impairment Ratings Presidential Cabinet Member NHUS

Awards and Honors

Who's Who/Doctor of the year award 1999/Presidential Cabinet Member NHUS

Past/Present Clients

Many Professional Athletes

Average Ratings

Recent Reviews from Users

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ARNOLD HEINY01/01/12101010Thank You, this is a great service .....
Heather11/02/11101010Thanks for you opinion! It turns out .....
Sally08/02/09101010Short but comprehensive answer. I never thought .....
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Recent Answers from Dr. Timothy K. Durnin

2012-01-01 mri report:

Hi Arnold,     Getting this approved as a WC claim may prove difficult, depending on the state, it may fall under, "cumulative micro-traumatic disorder". The MRI findings are consistent with long term

2011-10-31 Ongoing Knee Issues:

Hi Heather,    Don't let anyone touch you before you get an MRI, this or exploratory surgery is the only definitive way to determine the amount of injury and/or degeneration. I can only speculate that

2011-05-01 shin pain:

Hi Ashleigh,    Sounds like a compartment syndrome. This is where inflammation builds up in the lower leg or forearm and causes pressure on the blood supply resulting in severe pain. Dirt bike riders get

2010-10-01 total hip replacement:

Hi Tammy,    This is inadequate going to the same guy that did the surgery since any mistakes will be explained away or called "normal". You need an MRI and a second opinion outside this surgeons circle

2010-08-01 Osteoarthritis in 43 yr old:

Hi Erika,    No question here, resurfacing or partial joint replacement is much better if you are a candidate. I strongly recommend taking 3 grams of glucosamine sulfate with 500mg of MSN daily to prevent

 

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