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Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO

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Specializes in: Adult Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (2012)
Professional interests include: robotic surgery, total knee replacement, replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement), and more.
521 Green Bay Road
Wilmette, IL 60091

Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO is an orthopedic reconstructive surgeon in Highland Park, IL specializing in adult orthopedic reconstructive surgery. He graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012 and has 12 years of experience. Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO is affiliated with Private Practice, NorthShore and ILLINOIS BONE AND JOINT INSTITUTE LLC.

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Office Locations

Address:

1919 Skokie Valley Road
Highland Park, IL 60035

Address:

2101 Waukegan Road Suite 110
Bannockburn, IL 60015

Address:

2401 Ravine Way Suite 200
Glenview, IL 60025

Address:

521 Green Bay Road
Wilmette, IL 60091

Some issues Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO can help you with:

Hip Replacement

Hip replacement is a surgical procedure to replace parts of the hip joint that are damaged by disease or injury. It is most often done to treat arthritis, a common condition that causes stiffness and pain in the joints. Surgery is used only after other, less invasive treatments have failed to work.

The type of hip replacement patients receive is based on their age and the extent of damage to their hip. The hip joint has two parts: the femoral head, or hip ball, and the acetabulum, or hip socket. The hip ball is located on the upper end of the femur (thigh bone), and the hip socket is part of the pelvis. Depending on whether one or both parts require replacement, patients may need one of the following procedures:

  • Partial hip replacement, which is generally recommended in the case of hip fractures or other hip injuries. If a patient is having a partial hip replacement, only the hip ball will be replaced.
  • Total hip replacement, which is often used to treat the hip joint when it has become damaged due to arthritis. Both the hip socket and hip ball are replaced.
  • Hip resurfacing, which is usually performed for younger patients. A hip resurfacing procedure reshapes the hip ball and only replaces its surface. This preserves more bone and makes future surgeries easier. If a patient is having a partial hip resurfacing, only the hip ball is resurfaced and replaced. If a patient is having a total hip resurfacing, the hip socket will be replaced as well.

During hip replacement surgery, an incision is made along the side of the hip. The surgeon may access the joint directly through this incision, or by using small tools and a lighted tube called an arthroscope to see and treat the joint. The diseased tissue is removed, and the bones are smoothed out and fitted with metal ends. The metal pieces may be cemented in place, or they may have a porous structure that encourages bone to grow into them and hold them securely. A smooth plastic cushion is placed between the two bones to replace the cartilage and allow the joint to move freely.

Hip replacement surgery takes one to two hours, and afterwards patients may stay in the hospital for several days. When patients go home, they will have to use a cane, walker, or crutches at first. Patients will likely have physical therapy to improve their ability to move with their new hip. After the first few weeks, light exercise such as bike riding or swimming will help them heal, but certain actions, such as climbing stairs or bending over at the waist, may be difficult at first. It will take several weeks before they can drive or return to work. Full recovery may take six to 12 months.

Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)

Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.

Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.

After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.

There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2018 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO treated as an orthopedic reconstructive surgeon in Highland Park, IL were aspiration, injections, musculoskeletal imaging and X-rays.

aspiration 551
computer assisted surgery (CAS) 63
CT scan 17
doctor visit 1307
fracture surgery 10
hip imaging 99
hospital care 19
injections 551
inpatient care 19
joint surgery 122
lower extremity surgery 122
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) 99
musculoskeletal imaging 341
open surgery 10
pelvic imaging 41
reconstructive surgery 122
spinal procedures 81
X-rays 266

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2018 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO.

Gender
Male 55
Female 97
Ethnicity
Black / African American
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 142
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic
Other 5
Age
75 to 84 57
85 and over 12
Less than 65 1
65 to 74 67

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO From 2018 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 17
High Cholesterol 17
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease 8
Depression 6
Chronic Kidney Disease 5
Asthma 2
Osteoporosis 4
Heart Failure 3
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 2
Diabetes 5
Atrial Fibrillation 3
Cancer 4
Dementia 2

Education & Training

Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012. He completed residency at Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (2012)

Residency: Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Private Practice
NorthShore
ILLINOIS BONE AND JOINT INSTITUTE LLC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sean Sutphen, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Stryker Corporation $2,316 Mako
$1,938 		TRIATHLON
$146 		TRIDENT
$116 		ACCOLADE
$116
Arthrex, Inc. $1,052
$1,052
Exactech, Inc. $613 Truliant
$350 		Equinoxe
$175 		Novation
$88
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. $566 ROSA
$451 		Persona
$116
Smith+Nephew, Inc. $474 NAVIO
$387 		Legion Revision
$45 		REAL INTELLIGENCE
$23 		OR3O Dual Mobility
$19
Other $2,728 AQUAMANTYS
$434 		Zilretta
$322 		EUFLEXXA
$291 		ELIQUIS
$148 		PREVENA
$124 		Other
$1,410
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $5,360
Travel and Lodging $2,389

Biography

Dr. Sean Sutphen specializes in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and practices in Bannockburn, IL. He attended medical school at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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