Samuel S. Koo, MD, MPH
Arthroscopic Shoulder Specialist
Trauma & Fracture Care
Advanced Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Large to Massive Rotator Cuff Tears
Complex Labral Tears
Bone Graft for Chronic Instability
Revision Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Fracture & Trauma Surgery
"I believe all surgeons should have two essential qualities: integrity and empathy. To me, integrity means treating each patient as if I were caring for my wife and children. Family is exceedingly important to me so you can be assured you will be well cared for. I will not recommend surgery unless all non-operative solutions have been explored and exhausted."
"Also, integrity means to offer the highest quality care currently available. I am an expert at arthroscopic (minimally invasive) shoulder surgery. The shoulder is an extremely fascinating joint with lots of moving parts. As such, injuries are common and often complex. Over the last few years, there have been dramatic improvements in the way we treat shoulder pathology. We are now able to perform most shoulder surgeries using arthroscopic techniques (small incisions) that are at least as good, if not better than, the open (larger incisions) procedures of the past. Having trained with the world's expert in minimally invasive shoulder surgery, the care/technical expertise you will receive is cutting edge and based on the best available research for various shoulder ailments (e.g. rotator cuff tears, labral tears and instability). In fact, I am always actively looking for new ways to improve my surgical/nonsurgical treatment methods so you can regain your active lifestyle."
"Lastly, empathy is a term not often associated with surgeons. This is quite unfortunate, because we are in the ideal position to support patients as they recover from difficult procedures. In my practice, your questions will be heard and answered promptly. By working together, focused on your goals, we can optimize the patient experience and maximize your health and well being."
Fellowship – Arthroscopic Shoulder Fellowship with Dr. Stephen Burkhart,
San Antonio, Texas
Residency – Orthopedic Surgery, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
Medical School – Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
Masters of Public Health – Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
BS – Philosophy Major, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL
Member – American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons,
Arthroscopy Association of North America
"Also, integrity means to offer the highest quality care currently available. I am an expert at arthroscopic (minimally invasive) shoulder surgery. The shoulder is an extremely fascinating joint with lots of moving parts. As such, injuries are common and often complex. Over the last few years, there have been dramatic improvements in the way we treat shoulder pathology. We are now able to perform most shoulder surgeries using arthroscopic techniques (small incisions) that are at least as good, if not better than, the open (larger incisions) procedures of the past. Having trained with the world's expert in minimally invasive shoulder surgery, the care/technical expertise you will receive is cutting edge and based on the best available research for various shoulder ailments (e.g. rotator cuff tears, labral tears and instability). In fact, I am always actively looking for new ways to improve my surgical/nonsurgical treatment methods so you can regain your active lifestyle."
"Lastly, empathy is a term not often associated with surgeons. This is quite unfortunate, because we are in the ideal position to support patients as they recover from difficult procedures. In my practice, your questions will be heard and answered promptly. By working together, focused on your goals, we can optimize the patient experience and maximize your health and well being."
Fellowship – Arthroscopic Shoulder Fellowship with Dr. Stephen Burkhart,
San Antonio, Texas
Residency – Orthopedic Surgery, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
Medical School – Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
Masters of Public Health – Northwestern University, Chicago, IL
BS – Philosophy Major, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL
Member – American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons,
Arthroscopy Association of North America