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 on the outside of his
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. The profound educational value of
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 after 19 years in practice,
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 in the operating room or
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 controlled by the viewer. OrthoIllinois
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 partial-thickness rotator cuff repairs with
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 COVID-19. Where it has been
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 can be controlled by the
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 includes a hamstring allograft 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 nomination process. Honorees are then
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.