Recently, I have seen an increase in second opinion requests from patients regarding Workers’ Compensation cases. These are hardworking people who have sustained injuries on the job and have sought to utilize their valued Workers’ Compensation benefits in order to get treatment and return to work as quickly and painlessly
Results showed a substantial percentage of surgical patients experienced exposure-related stress or anxiety, and the use of medical undergarments to cover their genitalia and buttocks significantly increased levels of patient satisfaction.
I first met Emmet his junior year, on the sidelines of his Varsity Football team’s home field. After a tackle, his right knee was hurting. When I examined him, he told me he had injured his LCL the previous year, but that this injury felt different. My examination demonstrated tenderness
Lab for Research – Lab for Education The vision of the Cadaveric Lab at the time of its inception in 2009 was education. The space was created to allow OrthoIllinois surgeons, other healthcare providers and technicians the opportunity to perform surgical techniques they had seen performed in live operating theaters.
As I look back on my career in orthopedics the journey has not been one that I would have ever predicted. I completed a sports medicine/upper extremity fellowship in orthopaedic surgery in 2002 which gave me the tools I needed at the time to better care for my patients but
ROCKFORD (WREX) — OrthoIllinois has a new tool to help surgeons learn how to do different procedures safely. “The timing of it couldn’t have been any better with regards to COVID and those sorts of things, in terms of limiting the number of people, limiting the amount of traffic
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — OrthoIllinois has adopted a new technology designed to livestream operations to train other doctors. The Avail Medsystems tool allows medical staff from any where in the world to be able to observe the clinic’s surgeons at work. The technology consist of free-moving cameras which can be
ROCKFORD — Two papers co-authored by Dr. Scott Trenhaile of OrthoIllinois were recently accepted by the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine for presentation at its combined annual meeting with the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists. The presentation will be held in July in Nashville, Tennessee. The papers, “Treatment of
In light of the pandemic, orthopedic sports medicine coverage has essentially been parked for some time. As positive case numbers decrease, regulations have relaxed, and all activities, as we know them, are attempting to roll out “new normal” operations that prioritize the health of participants and minimize the spread of
From WTVO: ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — OrthoIllinois has adopted a new technology designed to livestream operations to train other doctors. The Avail Medsystems tool allows medical staff from any where in the world to be able to observe the clinic’s surgeons at work. The technology consist of free-moving cameras which
From RRStar: ROCKFORD — OrthoIllinois surgeon Scott Trenhaile, MD, co-authored two papers published in the journal Arthroscopic Techniques’ December 2020 issue. Both papers address acromioclavicular joint reconstruction. The first, titled “Arthroscopically Assisted Acromioclavicular Joint Reconstruction Using Infinity-Lock Button System With Allograft Augmentation,” describes a minimally invasive technique for reconstruction that
From RRStar: ROCKFORD — Four OrthoIllinois surgeons were selected as Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctors for 2020. Hand surgery specialists Brian Bear, Brian Foster and Kenneth Korcek and orthopedic sports medicine specialist Scott Trenhaile were selected by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. after being nominated by peer physicians in an online
What does orthopeadic care look like currently in the midst of pandemic? I can honestly say I have never had to answer that question before. This is all new territory for all of us but I feel it’s imperative to let you know what we can and what we can’t
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Rotator cuff tears are very common in adults and are the leading cause of shoulder pain in people over 50 years of age. Patients with irreparable cuff tears may develop “Cuff Tear Arthropathy…
It’s that time of year again! Kids are headed back to school and fall sports like football and soccer are underway. As a team doc for several area high school football teams, Dr. Trenhaile is very familiar with injuries suffered on the field.
Rotator cuff disease is a common dilemma people face today. More than half of adults over the age of 60 endure some degree of rotator cuff tear explaining why it is the most common cause of shoulder…
Dr. Trenhaile has been invited to serve as a member of the Technical Advisory Group for the Hospital Harm Performance Measure that Yale/Yale New Haven Health Services Corporation…
Dr. Trenhaile received a patent this past November for an implement and procedure, which allows surgeons to address long head biceps pathology in the shoulder…
At the annual meeting of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) this October, Dr. Trenhaile was elected as an Associate Member. The American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons…
Since 2002, Dr. Trenhaile has been covering numerous athletic teams in the Rockford area including those of Rockford Lutheran, Belvidere North…
Developing and maintaining the superior physical condition of its professional athletes is of certain interest to The Chicago Blackhawks Organization. Dr. Trenhaile…
Local surgeon Scott Trenhaile recently co-authored an article, “Massive Rotator Cuff Repair With All-arthroscopic Patch Augmentation…
In 2010, the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) set out to learn better strategies for educating its member-surgeons. An…
A recent article in The American Journal of Sports Medicine tackles (pun intended) an often-asked question in recent years: when is it too early…
People ask all the time “If it hurts, should I push through it.” You have to get in tune with your body. Is it sore because you’re exerting…
Patients come to my office with shoulder pain for many reasons. One of the more common conditions in my shoulder practice is osteoarthritis…
Fitness is a life long journey with ups and downs and many different roads. Be willing to adapt to your injuries and your current needs. I don’t know about you…
Rockford orthopedic constructed a surgical teaching lab two years ago– helping a local doctor extend his reach globally.The world famous doctor…
Dr. Trenhaile is 1 of 7 U.S. surgeons participating in an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) pivotal human clinical study…
Compared with patients who underwent hemiarthroplasty or total shoulder arthroplasty, patients who underwent reverse total shoulder arthroplasty…
The condition of an athlete’s heart has for the first time been accurately monitored throughout the duration of a marathon race…
Sometimes people ask that question with preconceived notions that I have to make sure I alleviate or address before they leave…
Dr. Trenhaile’s goal is to provide you with the highest quality specialty orthopedic care available. He is absolutely committed to utilizing the most advanced standards and technologies to help you achieve the best outcome possible.
346 Roxbury Road
Rockford, IL 61107
Tel: 815-398-9491
Surgical Assistant + Master’s in Family Nurse Practitioning
Tori Homb, originally from the surrounding Rockford area, graduated from Walden University in 2019 with a Master’s in Family Nurse Practitioning. Tori has been working alongside Dr. Trenhaile since 2008 in the operating room as a surgical assistant. She has continued her education and transitioned into the advanced practice role as a nurse practitioner and now assists him with formulating diagnoses, treatment plans, as well as providing surgical assistance. Tori helps manage preoperative and postoperative patient care and sports medicine education. In her spare time, she enjoys playing recreational sports such as volleyball, softball, as well as working out, running, and spending time with her friends and family.
Registered Nurse + Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Kari was born and raised in Southern Wisconsin on a dairy farm. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from St. Anthony College of Nursing. Prior to joining Dr. Trenhaile’s team in 2004, Kari worked in the Neuro/Trauma ICU at St. Anthony Medical Center. Kari currently resides in Rockton, Illinois with her husband and enjoys hunting, fishing, and other outdoor activities.
Clinical Assistant Professor/ Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. Scott Trenhaile, Orthopaedic Surgeon from Rockford, Illinois, is dedicated to the continuous advancement of healthcare and specialized in knee, shoulder and elbow.
Physician Assistant
Michael Gilbertson, a native to Rockford, has been with Dr. Trenhaile’s team as a Physician Assistant since 2004 after graduating from Midwestern University. As part of the sports medicine department, Michael assists Dr. Trenhaile in formulating diagnoses and treatment plans as well as providing surgical assistance. Michael manages all preoperative and postoperative patient education. In his spare time he lives enjoys wakeboarding, hockey and spending time with his wife Kim and children Myles and Kylie.
Ana Holleman, has been with Orthoillinois since 2005 working various roles. In 2017 she joined Dr. Trenhaile’s team to be his surgery scheduler. Ana’s key roles in surgery scheduling include setting up medical clearances for patients, notifying the facilities of the procedure and equipment, pre-certifying the surgery with insurance and comforting patients.