paul f. defrino, m.d. orthopaedic foot & ankle surgery · 2019-08-09 · fasciitis,...

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION• Columbia UniversityNew York, New YorkBachelor of Arts

GRADUATE EDUCATION• Northwestern UniversityChicago, IllinoisDoctor of Medicine

RESIDENCY• Orthopaedic SurgeryNorthwestern UniversityChicago, Illinois

FELLOWSHIP• Foot and Ankle SurgeryBaylor UniversityDallas, Texas

BOARD CERTIFICATION• American Board ofOrthopaedic Surgery

SOCIETY MEMBERSHIPS• American Academy ofOrthopaedic Surgeons

• American Orthopaedic Footand Ankle Society

Dr. Paul DeFrino is board certified in orthopaedic surgery and specializes in

the treatment of foot and ankle disorders, fractures and trauma. As a

fellowship trained foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. DeFrino has experience in the

treatment of complex foot and ankle conditions including: Achilles tendinitis/

rupture, calcaneal fractures, forefoot deformities, ligament repair, plantar

fasciitis, reconstruction following acute trauma or complex fractures, stress

injury, tarsal tunnel syndrome, wound care, etc. He is one of a handful of

surgeons in the Chicago region performing ankle replacement for advanced

arthritis. His primary focus is to restore foot and ankle health utilizing

advanced techniques and treatment options.

Dr. DeFrino came to Parkview Orthopaedic Group following a Fellowship in

Foot and Ankle Surgery at Baylor University in Dallas, Texas. He earned his

Medical Degree from Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine

where he also completed his Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery.

Dr. DeFrino serves as an attending surgeon at Advocate Christ Medical

Center and Palos Community Hospital. He is an Instructor in Orthopaedic

Surgery at Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and University of Illinois.

He is a member of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society and the

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

INDIVIDUALIZED APPROACHDr. DeFrino provides his patients with a unique and highly individualized

treatment plan focused on restoring function and mobility. His treatment ranges

from conservative non-surgical to complex surgical reconstruction. His expert

services are complemented by state-of-the-art technology including digital x-ray,

MRI and Physical Therapy.

Dr. DeFrino sees patients at the Palos Heights and Oak Lawn office locations.

Paul F. DeFrino, M.D.Orthopaedic Foot &Ankle Surgery

Comprehensive State-of-the-Art Orthopaedic Care

Main Office7600 W. College DrivePalos Heights, IL 60463(708) 361-0600(708) 361-8710 FAX

www.parkviewortho.com