Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon
1611 W. Harrison St.
Suite 300
Chicago, IL
Top reviews
Dr Kara’s was highly recommended to me and note I understand why. So many people like to go some place close to where they live for surgery but I wanted the best. I interviewed doctors before deciding who would do my knee replacemShow moreent and after meeting Dr Karas and his team there was no doubt in my mind who was doing my surgery. I’m at three months post surgery and I never used a cane or walker. I went to physical therapy and did everything that he told me to do and because of that I had minimal discomfort and people say they can hardly see my scar. More importantly, every time I called, they responded right away and had the answer to everything I asked, and I loved the daily messages post surgery. I have Recommended to so many people Dr Karas and I hope that if they are having knee surgery, they go to him. He is just incredible and so is his team. Thank you Dr Karas. I know where I will be going if I need my left knee done.
I’ve been a patient of Dr. Karas for 2 years. I am being treated for bilateral osteoarthritis & both of my knees are bone on bone. Steroid injections have been helpful until recently, and I finally decided to discuss having knee Show morereplacement surgery. Even though my knees were bad enough to proceed with surgery in 2022, Dr. Karas always told me that I would know when the time was right to proceed. He & his PA, McKenzie, went above & beyond answering all of my many questions. They are both very thorough, knowledgeable, reassuring, & caring…spending more time with me than I expected. I believe Dr. Karas genuinely cares about his patients, & puts their needs/treatment first. He is not your typical surgeon. Not once in the past 2 years did he ever make me feel that surgery was imminent or that I needed to make a surgical decision sooner than later. Would definitely highly recommend Dr. Karas & his team.
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Dr. Vasili Karas, MD?
Vasili Karas, MD, MS, is a board certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in rapid recovery hip and knee replacement and complex reconstruction surgery. He committed to empowering his patients to overcome their pain and resume the activities they love.
A Chicagoland native with the goal of giving back to his community, Dr. Karas earned his medical degree at Rush University’s Medical College in Chicago. He then went to North Carolina to complete his residency training at Duke University Medical Center. After that, he returned to Chicago to finish his fellowship training in hip and knee replacement surgery at Rush University Medical Center.
Dr. Karas’ approach to medicine involves spending time with his patients, fostering good communication, and offering the latest advances in medical technology. He has over 40 peer reviewed publications and is a committee member of the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS). Through physical therapy, joint injections, and surgical procedures, he strives to get patients back on their feet as quickly as possible without compromising technique. He works closely with patients throughout their road to recovery and is highly skilled in addressing the full spectrum of concerns when it comes to hip or knee joints.
Whether a patient is continuing to have pain after a previous joint replacement, needs a second opinion, or is seeking the best surgeon to perform a knee or hip replacement for osteoarthritis, Dr. Karas feels privileged to care for his patients whether they be Chicago natives or come from anywhere in the world.
Practice Emphasis
Dr. Karas specializes in rapid recovery surgery but also is happy to take on complex cases and revision, or re-do joint replacements. Whether it be surgical approach, length of stay, use of technology, or any special needs you may have, Dr. Karas is committed to offering patients the options they need to have an excellent patient experience and a successful joint replacement.
Special Procedures:
-Minimally invasive surgery, rapid recovery surgery, same day joint replacement
-Complex joint reconstruction, revision surgery, infection surgery
- Robotic assisted hip and knee replacement, Computer navigation assisted hip and knee replacement
-Second opinion for existing painful total joints
-Non-operative and conservative treatment for hip and knee pain
-Anterior and posterior hip replacements
Research Interests
Biomechanics of the knee and of joint replacement
Sports and activity after joint replacement
Advanced technology in joint replacement
Second Language
Greek (Fluent)
Disclosures
None
Education/Certifications
Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago IL
Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL
Orthopaedic Residency, Duke University Medical Center, Durham NC
Medical School, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago IL
Bachelors of Science, University of Notre Dame, South Bend IN
Complex Hip & Knee Replacement
Hip Replacement
Knee Replacement
Osteoarthritis
Painful Joint Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement
Second Opinion
Locations (2)
Vasili Karas, Board Certified MD, MS
1611 W. Harrison St.
Suite 300
Chicago, IL, 60612
Vasili Karas, Board Certified MD, MS
610 S. Maple Ave.
#1550
Oak Park, IL, 60304
More About Dr. Vasili Karas, MD
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Vasili Karas, Board Certified MD, MS
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NPI Number
1063778413
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
I think he's a great doctor totally professional but with me as a patient I like him to be a little more direct and keep it honest with me.
Very professional. Explained everything regarding knee replacement. Didn’t seem rushed at all and was easy to talk to. Much appreciated
Dr. Karas and his team are a great group of people
Initial consult with Dr. Karas was excellent. He is kind, friendly and easy to talk with. His staff was outstanding with coordinated follow-up communication. I feel very confident that I am in good hands!
I so enjoyed my appointment with Dr. Karas yesterday. He was friendly, extremely professional, straightforward, answered all my questions, and is an all around delightful person. With him as my surgeon I’ll actually look forward to my eventual hip replacement.
Thourgh informative and great staff!!
Some wait time, but Dr. Karas, Rose RN, radiology techs and front desk staff were informative, engaged, efficient and friendly.
Had a very good follow up appointment with Dr. Karas. It was a complicated surgery but with Dr. Karas’ experience surgery was an excellent success. His experience with complex surgeries is phenomenal. I would definitely recommend all patients to him who require hip or knee surgery weather complicated or not.
Dr Karas is very caring, takes time to explain and very helpful!
very professional
I was very pleased by his introduction, intrest and my heath care plan. Thank you and your staff for the concern and professionalism exhibited.
Everyone from receptionist to nurse to Assistant to Dr. Karas are patient, knowledgeable and professional.
Great communication by Dr Karas and his resident. Professional and organized
Very pleased!!
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Excellent experience. The knowledge, the kindness, the staff, the expertise. I'm very pleased I chose you to do my surgery.
My visit with Dr Karas today was very informative. I find that he was very personable, Took time to explain the cause of my problem, offered his recommendation, and allowed me the time and space to make my decision.
Dr. Karas is professional, kind and straight to the point. He offers treatment plans with surgical options that best suit your pathological need. I would recommend him to anyone needing an Orthopedic surgeon.
The first total knee replacement was so uneventful, there was no question I was going back for the other knee. That other knee is now one month out and I’m still very happy.
I felt that Dr Kara’s staff was very professional & curtious very satisfied
Unbelievably the best surgeon my knee replacement went very well extremely happy if you have any problems go see him
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Dr. Kara's and his team are always at the top of their game and a JOY to see!!! I will never see any other doctor in this field but Dr. Karas!!!
Thank you so much for taking care of me,.I am a new person thank too you God bless Dr.
I felt very confident having Dr Karas and his team take care of me. Professional, courteous and right in the money. My recovery went well and was quickly on my way to living life again.
The best knee surgeon he did both my knees in the last 4 months recovery time was quick everything was explained so I could understand and someone was always available to address and issues or concerns that came up I never meet a surgeon like him good looking and great personality His whole team is outstanding he listens to your concerns and address them I highly recommend him Thank you for fixing my knee and be the great doctor that you are
Excellent Thoroughly reviewed my xrays & treatment plan
I had a good experience having my right knee replaced by Dr. Kara’s and am going to have my left knee replaced after a year on my right knee. Everyone in his office is very considerate and professional, and they provided a lot of information upfront so I knew what to expect.
I have had an excellent experience and amazing results with Dr. Karas and his team.
I felt heard and values.