Dr. Richard Berger

Dr. Berger was joined by his patient Teddy Koukoulis, a former professional golfer and golf coach, on the Apple Podcast “Living the Good Life.”  Dr. Berger and Teddy addressed golfers and told them not to wait to get hip and knee replacement because they often end up compensating and injuring other body parts. Teddy also complimented Dr. Berger for his virtual consultation program, the BEST (Berger’s Elective Surgical and Telemedicine) experience.

Link to listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-richard-berger-outpatienthipandknee-com/id1457608430?i=1000662997465

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Patient Martha Linscott had a knee replacement in January, and has made huge accomplishments in the golf world because of it!

Patient says,” After a couple months of work, we went to Dallas this past Sunday to attempt to qualify for the US Women’s Qualifier. The USGA requires players to walk, and it was 103 degrees for the tournament. I did it and we owe Dr. Berger’s Team a massive thank you!”

“It takes a village!”

At Doctor Berger’s practice, we know experience with every team member aids in recovery.

Our patient, Julie, has accomplished plenty since her replacement last year!

Julie says,” To commemorate the one year anniversary of my knee replacement, I climbed Kilimanjaro. This would not be possible without you and your team!”

Behind every successful joint replacement journey is a caring team, providing support, encouragement, and expertise every step of the way. ⭐️

Winning is a habit; success is a choice.

Patient and avid golfer Teddy Koukoulis (age 62) wanted to get back on the golf course and win his game.

Just a mere 3 weeks after his left total knee replacement with Dr. Berger, Teddy returned to the golf course to play 18 holes, shooting a 74, along with winning his club championship!

Teddy states,” These are things that I haven’t been able to do in the last 6 years without significant discomfort and swelling.”

Every day, we are here to provide unparalleled care, because our patients deserve nothing but the best. ⭐️

Happy to our amazing group of nurses!
Your kindness, empathy, and compassion make a profound difference in the lives of our patients. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to patient well-being.
We are so lucky to have you! This week, make sure to and comment down below on how our nurses have made your experience better!

May is !
Osteoarthritis is not just a condition; it is a journey that many of us must navigate. It is a chapter in our joint’s story, where wear and tear lead to discomfort and limitations.

Joint replacement can rewrite that narrative. It is the change to reclaim mobility, rewrite the ending, and start a new chapter of strength and freedom.

Happy Administrative Professionals’ Day!

The organizational skills, kindness, dedication, and attention to detail are second to none. Thank you for making our lives and patient lives easier.

Here are some things that our administrative team takes care of, to make your life easier!

-Surgery/Appointment Scheduling
-Making sure patients are fully cleared for surgery
-Physical Therapy Coordination
-Out of State Coordination
-FMLA/Disability Correspondence
-Financials/Insurance
-Marketing

The list goes on! We are so grateful for our administrative team, and hope you are too! Please make sure to leave a comment if someone on our admin team has made a difference in your joint replacement journey!

Patient Ambassador, Joe Perdue, is thankful for his unprecedented return to tennis after knee replacement with Dr. Berger.
The Master’s Doubles Tennis champion is now back competing to keep his national ranking, and is playing better than ever! “I owe it all to Dr.Berger and his amazing staff,” he admits.
Check out the link in our bio to read the full story!

Our patient, John Polywka, climbed Machu Picchu only 7 weeks after his joint replacement.

The sky is the limit!

Myself and our Patient Ambassador, Joe Perdue, who lives in Atlanta, were interviewed on 11Alive Atlanta & Company for a Segment that will appear in this popular lifestyle show on Thursday, May 14th, at 11a.m. EST.

Perdue and his doubles partner are nationally ranked. Perdue says he is playing better than ever after his knee replacement. "I was playing just three weeks after surgery, and my doubles partner and I won a national tournament just three weeks later. Thank you, Dr. Berger."

Happy International Women's Day!
Today, and everyday, we honor the incredible hard work and determination of these kind, smart, helpful, and amazing women!

We tell our patients that they will get back to their normal lives in 4-6 weeks, but many of them resume their desired lifestyles much earlier.

Check out our patient returning to her beloved Pilates class just 3 weeks after her joint replacement with Dr. Berger!

Our patient George Tarulis shows off his many accomplishments following his Bilateral Joint Replacements:

Courage is the strength to take your life back, no matter the fear it may come with!

Wishing you a joyous holiday season with peace and cheer in the New Year, from the team who does it all!

We cannot wait to see you all tomorrow at 5pm for our Speaking Engagement at the Porsche Exchange in Highland Park!

Please bring a friend and join us for cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and conversation on innovations in joint replacement surgery.

To learn more about the event, please contact us directly at (901) 619 7794

We hope to see you there!

This weeks celebrates our incredible financial coordinator, Vennessa!

Our office would be lost without her. Even with hundreds of surgical patient each month, she is always one step ahead!

Whether she is calling to collect surgical payments, answering tough financial questions, or fighting insurance companies on your behalf - she's always looking out for our patient's best interest.

When she's not busy being our insurance guru - Vennessa loves to spend time with her family, sing in her church, and train at the gym. In 2022, she entered her first NPC Fitness Competition - and placed 1st in her group!

She inspires our team with her resilience, discipline, and organization. Vennessa is everyone's biggest cheerleader and always goes out of her way to be a team player. We are so lucky to have her!

What does life look like for Mark 3.5 weeks after total knee replacement?

Tennis for an hour, then off to the gym for some training. A 30 minute Peloton ride and some weight lifting...then to the trails for a challenging 2.5 mile hike! Yes, you read that right - 3.5 weeks after surgery!

Let us be clear - this may not be what recovery looks like for each patient. But this is WELL within the realm of possibility. Your new knee will work as hard as you allow it to!

Remember to save the first three weeks for icing, elevating, and physical therapy. After three weeks, we want you to get out there and test the waters - you'd be surprised at what you're capable of!

Like Mark says, "Not bad for a 61 year old!" 😉

Join us on Saturday, September 30th from 5:00 -7:00 pm at the Porsche Exchange in Highland Park! We will be enjoying cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and an exclusive speaking engagement followed by Q&A.

We are grateful for the groundswell of support we have received from our Chicago patients. As a way of saying thank you, we hope you will join us for the exciting, informational session about the transformation of our surgical process and new advances in joint replacement.

We encourage you to bring a friend (or two!) to learn more about the cost of arthritis and getting their life back.

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired. We ask that you RSVP with Courtney Kelly by September 11th at (901) 619 7794.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Celebrating our incredible Nurse, Rose, on this week!

Rose's strength is definitely her ability to create positive relationships with patients. She is kind, communicative, and always so helpful! Rose is also SO smart - she is in charge of ordering each patient's medications and ensuring they are delivered in time for surgery.

Her favorite part about her job is meeting new patients and helping them get back to doing the things they love. She LOVES living in Chicago and exploring new restaurants, parks, and neighborhoods. Plus - no one loves Notre Dame Football more than this girl!

We are SO lucky to have Rose on our team and love the concierge driven care that she provides patients. If you have any memories of chatting with Rose before or after surgery - feel free to leave them in the comments :)

Julie says her joint replacement changed her life.

At three weeks, she was back to hitting with the ball machine. By seven weeks, she ran a 10k with her sister and daughter. And at eight weeks, she won a Tennis Playoff Match that qualified her team a spot in the Sectionals Championship. Fantastic!

We are amazed by her recovery. For the first time in 5 years, she is playing tennis without a knee brace or sleeve. She put in hard work during recovery - and it paid off!

We mean what we say - get out there and see what your new joint can do! You'll be amazed by what you find.

Happy to the one and only, Rachel Schiller!

It would probably be easier to name the tasks in our office that Rachel doesn't do, rather than trying to list her roles!

Scheduling clinical appointments & surgeries, assisting with coordination for out-of-state patients, teaming up with our Game Ready representatives, and even marketing - this girl truly does it all.

Rachel is a Michigan Native and recently moved back to the area, so she spends most of her time with us virtually! As much as we miss having her in the office, we love keeping up with her adventures in Wine Country. She loves hiking with her two dogs - Ava and Ace, and spends lots of time getting their energy out!

Our patients (and our team!) are so lucky to have Rachel as an advocate. Her level of care and dedication to creating a positive experience is unmatched - she is truly one in a million!

Next time you call into our office, be sure to give an extra cheerful "hello" to the best patient liaison out there.

This week on we are celebrating our incredible nurse, Brett!

Brett does so much for our team! She spends each afternoon at the hospital with our surgical patients preparing them to go home. She also helps to manage our GetWell Loop App - which sends recovery reminders and allows patients to text in questions and concerns any time of day!

Brett is always willing to step up and help a fellow teammate. Her positive attitude and quirky humor add so much fun to our office.

When she's not helping patients - Brett loves spending time with friends, going to concerts, and spoiling her two cats - Tuna and Toast.

She's also celebrating a very special birthday this weekend! Be sure to leave your best wishes in the comments :)