OSF HealthCare is pleased to announce the addition of a new OrthoIllinois provider, Paul Perona, MD, to its OSF Medical Group – Orthopedics department, enhancing services for the I-80 region and surrounding communities.
Dr. Perona is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in total joint replacement and total joint revision. With more than 20 years of experience, he specializes in hip and knee replacements. He earned his medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loyola University Medical Center.
OSF HealthCare is committed to making top-tier orthopedic care accessible to all our communities. As part of this commitment, OrthoIllinois, a division of OrthoMidwest, will bring expert orthopedic surgeons to local care settings. This collaboration ensures that patients receive skilled, compassionate care close to home, reflecting the high standards OrthoIllinois has upheld since 1967.
Beginning August 4, Dr. Perona will join the I-80 orthopedic team, which includes: Connor Kasik, DO; Kenneth Korcek, MD; Robert Mitchell, DO; Tiger Onsen, MD; Pam Hanson, PA; Shannon Hillyer, APRN; Kate Jaegle, APRN; Carrie Lopez, PA; Debra Pyszka, PA; and Candace Ramirez, APRN. This diverse team offers a wide range of expertise to meet the needs of patients throughout the region.
OSF Medical Group – Orthopedics has offices in Ottawa, Peru, Mendota, Princeton, and Streator. To schedule an appointment in Peru with Dr. Perona or another member of the orthopedic care team, please call OSF Medical Group – Orthopedics at (815) 431-5746.
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