(S.O.A.R.) is a team of caring professionals dedicated to providing prompt, cost-effective, and high quality comprehensive orthopedic and physical therapy services to our community.

      We provide services for a wide spectrum of orthopedic conditions, with special emphasis on the following programs:

• Fracture care
• Sports injuries
• Adult joint reconstruction
• Spine care
• Occupational orthopedics
• Pediatric and adolescent orthopedics
• Physical therapy and rehabilitation
• Electrodiagnostic medicine

Andrew Chong, M.D. completed his training in orthopedic surgery at the University of Singapore and the University of Manitoba in Canada. In 1977, he did additional specialty training in pediatric orthopedics and fractures as a Fellow at the renowned Children's Hospital Medical Center in Boston, MA (of Harvard University), and has been practicing his specialty here in DuPage County since. He is a published author in professional journals, and is widely recognized for his contributions to the management of children's foot disorders.
      He is certified in orthopedic surgery and a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and an active member of the Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America.

Bruce J Goldberg, M.D. is a general orthopaedic surgeon with special inerests in sports medicine, overuse injuries and the hand. He completed his residency training in orthopedic surgery at Loyola University Medical Center, and did additional training as a Fellow at the Virginia Institute of Sportsmedicine in Arlington, Virginia. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He works closely with many local high school athletic programs, community soccer programs and area gymnastic clubs providing sports medicine care and promoting injury prevention programs

Catherine Chong, M.D. completed her residency training at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Hospital in Chicago, and is board-certified in both physical medicine and rehabilitation and electrodiagnostic medicine. She is also a graduate of the UCLA medical acupuncture program for M.D.s. She is a Fellow in the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the American Academy of Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture. Her special interests include the use of medical acupuncture techniques for pain control, as well as electrodiagnostic studies.

FRACTURE CARE

Fracture care is provided for patients of all ages using the latest technologies available. For example, in addition to a regular X-ray machine, we have a Fluoroscan machine which allows for taking of real-time X-rays in the office with negligible radiation.
      Our approach is conservative, and whenever possible, treatment is nonoperative. However, in severe cases where surgery is necessary, the latest techniques in fracture stabilization are used with state-of-the-art equipment.

SPORTS INJURIES

Sports injuries are treated with the latest orthopedic techniques. When surgery is indicated, the arthroscopic approach rather than open surgery is routinely used.
      We stress injury prevention by checking on flexibility, conditioning, and alignment problems with a view to correcting them.

ADULT RECONSTRUCTION

Patients with arthritis and other joint problems are usually helped by conservative means, utilizing the latest advances in medications and physical therapy.
      In cases requiring surgery, total joint replacements provide lasting pain relief and dramatically improve joint function as well as quality of life.

SPINE CARE

We care for a wide range of spine problems, from neck and back sprains to disc herniations and arthritis. Our approach is conservative, and we believe that the majority of neck and back problems can be successfully treated without need for narcotics or surgery. We also stress education to prevent future recurrences.

OCCUPATIONAL ORTHOPEDICS

We take a proactive approach towards occupational injuries which include back problems, cumulative trauma disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome, and shoulder and knee injuries.
      We treat injured workers promptly and encourage them to be active members of the treatment team, in order to achieve early return to work consistent with worker safety. We stress prevention and teach workers good habits to minimize future injuries.

PEDIATRIC AND ADOLESCENT ORTHOPEDICS

Under the direction of Dr. Andrew Chong, the team has extensive experience with pediatric and adolescent orthopedics and treat a wide array of congenital problems including foot disorders and hip dysplasia.
      Children's fractures often involve the epiphyseal plates (growth regions) and special considerations are needed in their management. We are especially attuned to those needs.

PHYSICAL THERAPY AND REHABILITATION

We specialize in orthopedic physical therapy and utilize the latest technology for effective rehabilitation of injured adults and children.
      Our specialized programs include occupational rehabilitation, sports medicine, back injury treatment and prevention, physical conditioning, and evaluation services.

ELECTRODIAGNOSTIC MEDICINE

Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies are very useful in the diagnosis of patients suffering form a variety of nerve problems, including carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, cervical and lumbar radiculopathies, and other nerve entrapment problems. These tests are performed by Catherine Chong, M.D.

Office and Financial Policy

Appointments are made by calling (630) 529-7708 during regular office hours. Emergency calls after hours will be taken at (630) 682-2887.
      Fees incurred will be explained to you, and payments for office treatments are expected at the time of service. We accept cash, personal checks and Visa and Mastercard credit cards.
      Insurance coverage you may have is private arrangement between you and your insurance company. However, to assist you in getting timely insurance reimbursement, we provide you with a receipt that is coded for your insurance processing. Submit the receipt with your completed claim form and you will be reimbursed directly.
      Managed care arrangements have been made with most major HMO/PPO plans. Please call to find out if we are contracted with your insurance plan.
      Elective surgery fees will be discussed prior to the procedure. We will bill your insurance company but you will be responsible for paying any deductions, co-payments, and balance of charges.
      Inquiries regarding office and financial policies may be directed to Donna Lichtfuss, R.N., Manager.

Stratford North Medical Office Building
231 S. Gary Ave., Suite #101
Bloomingdale, Illinois 60108

River North Medical Office Building
636 Raymond Drive, Suite #102
(Corner of Ogden Ave. and River Road)
Naperville, Illinois 60563