PATIENT RESOURCES	WORKERS COMPENSATION	We understand that you may have concerns about the recent media announcements that fungal meningitis cases have been diagnosed after pain injections with contaminated steroids. LBJI would like to assure you that we do not receive any product from New England Compounding Center (NECC) in Massachusetts, the site of the affected injectables. Our injections are as safe and dependable as they have always been. You should have no concerns regarding any injections you have had at LBJI or any you are to receive.
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about lbji

The origins of Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute begin more than 50 years ago when Dr. Albin Jahns opened a practice in Gary, Indiana. Drs. Olson and Alvarez later joined him; the three soon moved to larger space in Merrillville.
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pATIENT RESOURCES

At Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute we understand that the injuries or conditions of our patients are painful. That's why convenience and ease of access are two important considerations in the location of our centers as well as the design and construction of our main facility.
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LBJI :: about lbji :: Physician Profiles

Offering unsurpassed orthopedic health care

Whether treating a broken bone, sports injuries or diagnosing the cause of bone pain, experience, innovation and excellence describe our doctors, specialists and staff well. We’ve assembled a team that not only complements one-another’s extensive training and knowledge; but also are totally committed to providing unsurpassed care for every patient we treat. Our specialties include

General orthopedics
Pediatric orthopedics
Pain management
Clinical psychology
Sports medicine
Shoulder & elbow
Podiatry
Spine surgery
Rheumatology
Trauma care (orthopedic-related)

Learn more about Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute doctors by clicking on their links below or contact us.

	Michael C. Leland, MD Orthopedic Surgeon :: read profile			Bruce J. Thoma, MD Orthopedic Surgeon :: read profile

	Paul J. Gruszka, MD Orthopedic Surgeon :: read profile			Thomas H. Kay, MD Orthopedic Surgeon :: read profile

	Anton A. Thompkins, MD Orthopedic Spine Surgeon :: read profile			David J. Musgrave, MD Orthopedic Surgeon :: read profile

	Anthony C. Levenda, MD Orthopedic Surgeon :: read profile			Nick Nenadovich, MD Orthopedic Spine Surgeon :: read profile

	Aaron G. Anderson, MD Orthopedic Hand Surgeon :: read profile			Rebecca B. Anderson, MD Orthopedic Hand Surgeon :: read profile

	Heather Nath, MD Pain Management Specialist :: read profile			Ryan J. Plank, MD Orthopedic Surgeon :: read profile

	Karen A. Kovalow-St. John, MD Rheumatologist :: read profile			Marc S. Bruell, DPM Podiatric Surgeon :: read profile

	Rachel S. Stern, DPM Podiatrist :: read profile			Steven M. Kalisch, PhD Behavioral Medicine Specialist :: read profile