Steven Gitelis, M.D.

Dr. Steven Gitelis is a highly regarded expert in the area of orthopedic oncology and limb reconstruction and currently serves as the Director of the Rush Center for Limb Preservation at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. His numerous appointments also include Endowed Chair, Rush Medical College Professor of Orthopedic Oncology and Director, Section of Orthopedic Oncology, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center.

Dr. Gitelis has enjoyed a long-standing relationship with Rush, completing both his orthopedic surgery residency and general surgery internship at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center in Chicago. His early orthopedic oncology experience came from fellowships at the prestigious Rizzoli Institute, Bologna, Italy (under renowned Professor Mario Campanacci), and Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota.

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  • Orthopedic infection issues

    Infection Prevention is the Next Big Step in Orthopedic Devices

    Learn from OEMs about how coatings and materials are designed to kill bacteria on contact, prevent biofilm formation and protect against implant-related infections. They'll discuss the efficacy of technologies that are applied during the manufacturing process and address the R&D and regulatory challenges of scaling complex surface treatments for commercial use.