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Douglas Pacaccio, DPM, FACFAS
OrthoIllinois
Podiatry, Foot and Ankle
Rockford, IL
4.8
52 Ratings
24 Comments
Douglas Pacaccio, D.P.M., FACFAS, earned dual degrees in Biology and Philosophy (Ethics) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Inspired by shadowing the University of Illinois basketball team’s podiatrist, he pursued medicine and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Rosalind Franklin University. He completed his residency at INOVA Fairfax Hospital, a Level 1 trauma center, and advanced his expertise with a fellowship in lower extremity reconstruction and diabetic limb salvage at Georgetown University Medical Center.
4.8
52 Ratings
24 Comments
Douglas Pacaccio, D.P.M., FACFAS, earned dual degrees in Biology and Philosophy (Ethics) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Inspired by shadowing the University of Illinois basketball team’s podiatrist, he pursued medicine and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Rosalind Franklin University. He completed his residency at INOVA Fairfax Hospital, a Level 1 trauma center, and advanced his expertise with a fellowship in lower extremity reconstruction and diabetic limb salvage at Georgetown University Medical Center.
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Dr. Douglas Pacaccio, D.P.M., FACFAS, has been passionate about biology from a young age. As a student, he received an anatomy poster of the leg, ankle, and foot, sparking a deep interest in the biomechanics of movement. This fascination led him to earn dual degrees in Biology and Philosophy with a concentration in Ethics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
During his undergraduate studies, Dr. Pacaccio had the opportunity to shadow the University of Illinois basketball team’s podiatrist. Observing procedures such as bunionectomy surgeries significantly influenced his career path, solidifying his desire to pursue medicine. He went on to attend Rosalind Franklin University/Chicago Medical School, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree.
Dr. Pacaccio completed his residency at INOVA Fairfax Hospital, a Level 1 trauma center, gaining comprehensive training in foot and ankle surgery. He further honed his expertise through a fellowship in lower extremity reconstruction and diabetic limb salvage at Georgetown University Medical Center.
His advanced training allows him to specialize in custom solutions for critical size defects, total ankle replacement, reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, surgical repair of peripheral nerve disorders, diabetic Charcot reconstruction, deformity correction using external fixation, orthopedic traumatology, limb salvage, and regenerative medicine techniques.
Dr. Pacaccio emphasizes clear communication with his patients, explaining their conditions in an accessible way and tailoring treatment options to their specific goals. He values the importance of every patient’s concerns and strives to provide compassionate and effective care.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Pacaccio has contributed to medical innovation as a founding member of MedShape, Inc., an Atlanta-based medical device company, and holds several orthopedic device patents. He has served on the Board of Directors, as past president of the Illinois Medical Association, and on multiple hospital committees.
In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and family, engaging in hunting and fishing, cooking, and winemaking. Dr. Pacaccio is dedicated to helping patients return to an active, pain-free lifestyle.
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Excellent physician / Surgeon !
He is so honest. Great Dr. very knowledgeable and helpful.
Very nice and did a complete check of the foot.
Great experience! He explained everything very clearly on the procedure. He was very easy to talk to and answered all my questions.
Very knowledgable and kind.
Dr. Pacaccio and his staff are very caring. He made sure I understood what was wrong and the course of treatment.
Ortho is lucky to have Dr.Pacaccio. Highly skilled surgeon and excellent Doctor.
The surgery to help heal my fractured foot worked very well. It’s a pleasure working with Dr Pacaccio. He treats his patients with respect and a sense of humor which has put me at ease during the process. Also, because he is mentoring a fellow and residents reassures me that he is an excellent podiatrist and surgeon. Patient education has been excellent because he is respectful of the fact that I am a retired RN. Kudos to him and his wonderful staff as well.
I respect the fact that he was straight forward and honest about my issue but my only draw back about him is that he took it upon himself to pick up my Nike shoes that I wore on 2/25/25 to your office which are in decent condition and asked me about them which weren’t the issue but he threw the shoe I took off back on the ground in a way I felt that was disrespectful. Maybe he didn’t mean any harm but either way a doctor has no business touching a patients personal possessions unless that patient extends the offer
Felt at home! Nice people there.