Orthopaedics
Charles Bush-Joseph, M.D.
Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush Medical College
Dr. Charles A. Bush-Joseph is a distinguished orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, with a focus on knee ligament reconstruction, arthroscopic surgery of the knee and shoulder, and the treatment of athletic injuries. He manages conditions including anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, meniscal injuries, elbow injuries, and arthritis in athletes. Practicing at Rush Orthopaedics in Chicago, IL, he performs over 400 surgeries annually, including more than 100 knee ligament reconstr
40+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
Education & Training
- University of Michigan Medical School — M.D., 1983
- Rush University Medical Center — Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1983-1988
- Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati/Cincinnati Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center — Fellowship, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, 1989
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2002-2026 (25 years)
- U.S. News & World Report — Top Doctors in America
2024
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Rush University Medical Center
- Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
40+ years in practice