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Orthopedic Knee Surgeon & Shoulder Surgeon in Wheaton

Dr. Roger Chams has spent 20 years in practice with the Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, providing best-in-class care for orthopedic knee and shoulder conditions, as well as sports injuries. He is proud to serve residents of Wheaton, IL, with four convenient locations across northern Chicago, spanning from Libertyville to Lake Bluff.

Dr. Chams is the most experienced arthroscopic surgeon in the area and has performed the largest number of ACL and shoulder reconstructions. He is also highly-skilled in the field of Sports Medicine, treating thousands of professional, NCAA, and amateur athletes, as well as work-related injuries. Dr. Chams has been honored with several awards including “Top Tier MD” and “Chicago’s Top Doctor” for his exceptional work.

Those in Wheaton seeking comprehensive knee and shoulder care are encouraged to contact our office to set up an appointment with Dr. Chams. He and his team of professionals will conduct an in-depth evaluation of your symptoms to accurately determine the cause of your pain and discomfort. The most appropriate surgical and non-surgical treatment options will be discussed with full transparency to help you make informed decisions about your recovery process.

If you live near Schaumburg and are in need of expert knee and shoulder care, contact Dr. Chams today to set up an appointment. He and his team of experienced professionals will work with you to determine the best treatment plan based on your individual needs, and keep you informed about every decision throughout the process.

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Roger N. Chams M.D., Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, Sports Medicine, shoulder & Knee Specialist

Meet Dr. Chams – A Leading Knee and Shoulder Specialist in Wheaton

Dr. Roger Chams is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopic surgery and reconstruction of the knee and shoulder. He was fellowship trained at the Southern California Orthopedic Institute where he received specialized training in arthroscopic surgery of complex knee and shoulder disorders. He then introduced several innovative procedures to the area which had not been previously performed, including cartilage restoration. Dr. Chams is constantly refining his surgical methods, striving to provide the most functional outcomes for patients.

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Knee and Shoulder Expertise

Dr. Roger Chams boasts an extensive portfolio of experience treating all manner of shoulder and knee conditions and injuries. Residents of Wheaton suffering from any of the following conditions or injuries can trust Dr. Chams to provide thorough care:

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Insurance Accepted

Dr. Roger Chams accepts various insurance plans for orthopedic treatment and care in Evanston. If you are concerned that you may not be covered or have any additional questions regarding insurance, please call us at

  • Aetna EPO, HMO, PPO, POS, NAP
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO, HMO
  • Aetna Whole Health
  • Beech Street/Concentra/Viant PPO and Workers’ Compensation
  • Blue Advantage PPO
  • CareIQ, Rehab for Workers Compensation
  • CCN POS
  • CCN PPO
  • Cigna HMO, PPO, POS
  • CorVel PPO, Workers’ Compensation
  • Coventry Medicare Advantage PPO, HMO
  • Coventry PPO, Workers’ Compensation Encompass (surgery network for injured workers)
  • First Health PPO
  • Healthcare’s Finest Network PPO, Workers’ Compensation
  • HealthLink Plans HMO, PPO
  • HMO Illinois (some physicians)
  • Humana MMAI, HMO, POS, PPO
  • Imagine Health/Smart Network (MRI/CT
  • Services, Rehab Services (some physicians)
  • Longevity Health Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Medicare
  • MedRisk (Rehab services for injured workers)
  • MultiPlan/Private Health Care Systems PPO
  • One Call Medical Network (Imaging services for injured workers)
  • One Call Care Management (Rehab services for injured workers)
  • Orchid Medical (Rehab services for injured workers)
  • PPO Next (aka HealthStar PPO, Preferred
  • Health Network PPO)
  • Preferred Network Access PPO
  • Preferred Plan PPO
  • Premier Comp Solutions (imaging services only)
  • Savility
  • Sunrise Advantage Medicare Advantage Plan
  • Therapy Direct (Rehab services for injured workers)
  • Union Health Service
  • UnitedHealthcare HMO, Open Access, POS, PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, BlueChoice PPO, HMO, HMOI, HMO Advantage, Blue Precision HMO, Medicare Advantage, MMAI Plan (some physicians)

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