Foot and Ankle Surgeon Joins Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute

Justin P. Colanese, M.D. fellowship-trained orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon, has joined Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute. Dr. Colanese is available to see patients in Schererville at The Crossings, 833 W. Lincoln Highway, Suite 110. Dr. Colanese is also available at the practice’s Crown Point office, located at 12800 Mississippi Parkway, Suites 201A and 201B. Patients seeking specialized care for foot and ankle needs are encouraged to call (219) 921-1444 to schedule an appointment. 

As a fellowship-trained orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. Colanese has expertise in advanced bone, joint and muscle care for the foot, ankle and lower leg. This includes nonsurgical treatment, like orthotics and injections, as well as reconstructive surgery for the foot and ankle, such as ankle replacement, fracture fixation and foot deformity correction.

“We are excited to have Dr. Colanese join Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute as part of our dedication to meeting the growing needs of our community,” says Thomas H. Kay, M.D., practice president and joint replacement surgeon. “Our new doctor is an extensively trained subspecialist who shares our commitment to keeping our community healthy and active, and we are proud to welcome him to our team.”

An Indiana native, Dr. Colanese completed his undergraduate studies at Earlham College in Richmond, followed by earning his medical degree at the Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis. In Missouri, Dr. Colanese completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and his advanced foot and ankle surgery fellowship at Washington University Physicians in St. Louis.

Both of the practice’s newest doctors have received the highest standard of training in the latest, evidence-based treatments for foot and ankle injuries and conditions.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Colanese, please call (219) 921-1444 or request an appointment online