Jan Szatkowski
Orthopedist
1901 West Harrison Street Chicago Illinois, 60612About
Jan P. Szatkowski, MD, has a private practice in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Szatkowski specializes in orthopedic trauma, and has presented at the Chicago Trauma Symposium in 2012 on Long-bone fixation. Vitals.com has labeled Dr. Szatkowski as a Patient's Choice and a Compassionate Doctor, for 2011 and 2012.
Education and Training
University of Chicago School of Medicine
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Details
Jan Szatkowski's Expert Contributions
Vitamin D, the Wonder Vitamin
Bone health is important to people of all ages. Vitamin D has become an important topic over the last few years as our understanding of its important role in the body expandsWhy Vitamin D is Crucial to Bone HealthVitamin D is often considered the Wonder Vitamin. It is one of several fat-soluble...
Wearables in Healthcare: Transforming the Doctor-Patient Relationship
Many of my patients ask me if they should get a new smart watch or other type of fitness tracker for themselves or a loved one this holiday season. I get excited to discuss these products with my patients, but caution them that no device by itself will make you healthier. Staying fit requires...
My baby had a fracture when he was 2 months old. Will it heal?
I am so sorry to hear about the injury to your child. Without knowing the specific injury and seeing the imaging films, it would be difficult to make a conclusion. Children are usually able to heal fractures much better than adults. I recommend asking your pediatrician or pediatric orthopedic specialist. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local and Regional Public Speaking -
Awards
- Patient's Choice Award, 2011-2012
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition, 2011
Internships
- Mayo Clinic
Professional Society Memberships
- American Orthopaedic Surgery Association, American Orthopedic Surgeons of North American
Articles and Publications
- Has published Articles
What do you attribute your success to?
Great Mentors, Family
Hobbies / Sports
- Family
Jan Szatkowski's Practice location
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- Dr. Mary K. Morrell M.D.901 BIESTERFIELD RD ELK GROVE VILLAGE IL 60007
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