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Scott Trenhaile, M.D.
Orthoillinois
Orthopedics: Knee Arthroscopy, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Rockford, IL
Most recent review: 6 days ago
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4.9
1.2K Ratings
341 Comments
Dr. Scott Trenhaile has earned a renowned national and international reputation among his peers. He is frequently sought to give lectures globally at conferences and medical summits on issues related to orthopedic procedures and sports injury management.
4.9
1.2K Ratings
341 Comments
Dr. Scott Trenhaile has earned a renowned national and international reputation among his peers. He is frequently sought to give lectures globally at conferences and medical summits on issues related to orthopedic procedures and sports injury management.
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As an innovator with extensive knowledge in shoulder, knee and elbow injuries, Dr. Scott Trenhaile has earned a renowned national and international reputation among his peers. He is frequently sought to give lectures globally at conferences and medical summits on issues related to orthopedic procedures and sports injury management. Since 2009, groups of surgeons from the United States, Europe, and Asia have traveled to Rockford, Illinois to observe Dr. Trenhaile’s practice and learn his advanced surgical techniques. The state-of-the-art facilities at Ortho Illinois, including a dedicated cadaver lab and Ortho Illinois Surgery Center, enable him to host a variety of educational events and surgical courses.
Dr. Trenhaile serves on the AANA Copernicus Initiative Committee for Shoulder Evaluation Development and recently served as an expert surgeon for determining the benchmark of protocol for ACL Knee Reconstruction. He holds a number of patents for surgical instruments and techniques that are used throughout the world to allow surgeons to perform minimally invasive arthroscopic orthopedic procedures that were previous “open techniques.”
Currently, Dr. Trenhaile serves as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois College of Medicine: Rockford, and Assistant Professor at Rush University Medical Center Medical Collage in Chicago, Il. He is a member of many prestigious national and international societies and associations, including the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, the Arthroscopic Association of North America, and most recently the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, whose invitation-only membership is limited to fewer than 550 physicians world-
Conditions & Treatments
Anterior Knee Pain
Biceps Tendon Disorders
Cartilage Restoration
Complex Knee Ligament Reconstructions (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL)
Frozen Shoulder
Golf Elbow/ MEdial Epicondylitis
Knee Ligament Injuries
Meniscus Tear
Reverse Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Shoulder Arthritis
Shoulder Arthroplasty
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Labral Tears
Superior Capsular Reconstruction
Tennis Elbow/ Lateral Epicondylitis
Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) Injury
Training
Bachelor’s Degree, Iowa State University
Medical Degree, University of Iowa College of Medicine
Residency, St. Luke’s – Roosevelt Hospital Center / Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
Fellowship, Arthroscopic Surgery and Sports Medicine Fellowship, Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center
Certification, Certificate of Additional Qualification in Sports Medicine, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Membership
Board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Member, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Member, the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Member, the Arthroscopic Association of North America
Member, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES)
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Illinois – College of Medicine, Rockford
Assistant Professor, Rush University Medical Center Medical College, Chicago
Adjunct Clinical Instructor, Midwestern University
Involved with the NIU ATC Student Teaching Program at Rockford University
Team Physician
Affiliated with the 2013 Stanley Cup Champions, the Chicago Blackhawks, and the Blackhawks Medical Network
Rockford IceHogs AHL Hockey
Team physician for several local sports teams at the high school and college levels
Hospital Affiliations
OrthoIllinois Surgery Center
OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center
Mercy Rockford Hospital
SwedishAmerican Hospital
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Dr. Trenhaile recently performed my second total reverse shoulder surgery. I cannot say enough about both my shoulder surgeries. After 10 days, I am already out of my sling and ready to begin my PT. He is kind, personable, patient with his patients, willing to spend as much time as necessary to answer all questions and concerns. TO ME, HE IS THE BEST!!
Very good 👍
Dr Trenhaile is fabulous
Excellent doctor. Performed surgery well. Glad I went to Dr. Scott Trenhaile. His staff is excellent.
We are definitely on the same page about my treatment
Good “bedside” manner. Walked in, shook my hand, and answered any questions I had.
Very professional explains everything
I am so pleased with the results of my surgery. Scott did a great job of repairing my arm and making me whole again ! Thank God for dirties like Scott !! 😊
Very easy to talk to and very knowledgeable.
Dr Trenhaile and his staff are a well oiled machine. I had no anxiety about my surgery or recovery. 13 days out and he was pleased with the recovery so far. Using pain management his staff set out, I experienced minimal pain these past two weeks. I highly recommend Dr. Trenhaile.