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Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon
1611 W. Harrison St.
Suite 300
Chicago, IL
60612
Top reviews
It was a very warm and professional experience from the check in to PA Rose, Dr Karas & Vanessa ( scheduler) . Dr Karas was very attentive & direct which I greatly appreciated. He was also very friendly and reassuring. I was givenShow more a booklet with extremely helpful information regarding preop exercises, vitamins etc and post op expectations. All to aid in a fast and healthy recovery. Also received emails regarding a mandatory preop class and an online video to explain in detail the procedure and what I as a patient need to do. Again, very helpful along with the supplements described for purchase to help in maintaining muscle & a supplement instead of fasting. This was my 1st visit, I need double hip replacements, I feel very confident with Dr Karas and his Team. My only issue is that I waited 6 months for this appointment and now I have to wait 6 months for the 1st surgery. He has such amazing patient reviews so I will wait & figure out how to manage this intense pain for another 6 months. I will post again after surgery!
I have had two full knee replacement surgeries with Dr Karas and his team. In a word, the are terrific from the first time I went in that led to my first surgery through the second surgery and post-op visit. Answered all my questiShow moreons in a very timely manner in ac way that I would fully understand. Everything done was with the utmost professionalism.
Vasili Karas, MD, MS, is a board certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in minimally invasive and rapid recovery hip and knee replacements, as well as complex revision joint surgeries. He is 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.
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Dr. Karas is recognized for his expertise in:
Research Interests
Education, Certifications & Training
Languages Spoken
Disclosures
None
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
1625 N. Harlem Ave
(Corner of North & Harlem – Within Rush Outpatient Center)
Galewood, IL, 60707
More About Dr. Vasili Karas, MD
NPI Number
1063778413
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
Great personality and excellent results expected soon
Excellent all around, timely, kind, sensitive and genuinely thoughtful. Also, very good at what you do. I highly recommend you and all your staff. Madison was excellent as always
Pleasant and informative.
Dr. Karas has performed 3 joint replacements for me & is the very best. !! Kind, professional & attentive and so is the staff.
Dr Karas and his staff are very informative and answer all of your questions. Dr Karas performed a wonderful surgery and i was very mobil from the first day after surgery.
Hello my name is gaudencia oviedo. My experiencia whith Dr karas and his team is very excellent, very professional service . i am very happy for all your attention and care. Thankyou very much
Great team; felt prepared, always professional-great result.
Dr Karas and the entire MOR team are best in class. The planning is meticulous. The documentation and training prepared me always for what’s next. The pain management plan made things simple from the minute I left surgery. The PT team is amazing. Pushed me to a great outcome. Everybody cares. Everybody is responsive. Highly recommended.
Competent and empathetic
In my first visit at Rush Orthopedic meeting all new stuff and especially Dr. Karas... was as anticipated a successful experience!
Informable
Always courteous, listens to my concerns
It was our pre-surgery meeting, but Dr. Karas was kind and clear with his answers and thoughts about my knee. I have total confidence my outcome will be excellent.
Very nice
took pharmacy long time for my shot. i was 40 minutes late to my next appointment down the hall. luckily they were able to take me later.
Bedside manner, Awsome! Very thorough, experienced and professional!
Very informative
It was a very warm and professional experience from the check in to PA Rose, Dr Karas & Vanessa ( scheduler) . Dr Karas was very attentive & direct which I greatly appreciated. He was also very friendly and reassuring. I was given a booklet with extremely helpful information regarding preop exercises, vitamins etc and post op expectations. All to aid in a fast and healthy recovery. Also received emails regarding a mandatory preop class and an online video to explain in detail the procedure and what I as a patient need to do. Again, very helpful along with the supplements described for purchase to help in maintaining muscle & a supplement instead of fasting. This was my 1st visit, I need double hip replacements, I feel very confident with Dr Karas and his Team. My only issue is that I waited 6 months for this appointment and now I have to wait 6 months for the 1st surgery. He has such amazing patient reviews so I will wait & figure out how to manage this intense pain for another 6 months. I will post again after surgery!
Prompt,personable,professional. Very knowledgeable.
No problem and everyone was very professional
Dr. Karas and his assistant both are very friendly and professional.
Dr. Karas is amazing. He is an extremely skilled surgeon and also extremely personable and responsive. My recovery has been so easy and I received communication daily, coaching me through the recovery process. I would never go anywhere else for this surgery. His team is also professional, kind, and responsive. He’s the best!
Personable, listening, extremely commpetent, AND he laughs at my jokes.
He’s a great orthopedic surgeon.
Everyone was kind curtious and professional. Very good expirence
Very good, everyone was kind, friendly, and professtional.
Dr Karas and his team are the best. Clear communication is key with them. You get daily msgs that really help to know what you should be experiencing and how best to address any concerns. Just had my 2nd knee replacement with Dr Kars and highly recommend him!
Very reassuring.
Dr. Karas and his team are extremely knowledgeable, patient, professional, and prompt. He is always accessible and consistently demonstrates a willingness to go the extra mile to accommodate me.
I told my chiropractor about him and she recommended him to another patient of hers so you’ll probably see a lot more patience
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