Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy, Shoulder Replacement, Shoulder Revision
Fellowship-Trained Sports Medicine
Indiana University Northwest, Gary, IN
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Toledo Orthopaedic Surgeons, Inc., Toledo, OH
- MISHA® knee procedure
- Cartilage restoration
- Meniscal repair
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction (ACL/PCL)
- Total shoulder replacement
- Reverse shoulder replacement
- Shoulder revisions and second opinions
- Rotator cuff repair and revision
- Shoulder instability procedures
- Hip Arthroscopy
- Labral Repairs
- Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) treatment
- Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
Indiana University Northwest, Gary, IN
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Toledo Orthopaedic Surgeons, Inc., Toledo, OH
- MISHA knee procedure
- Cartilage restoration
- Meniscal repair
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction (ACL/PCL)
- Rotator cuff repair/revisions
- Instability procedure
- Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
Anthony C. Levenda, M.D. is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder reconstruction, reverse total shoulder replacement, shoulder revision surgery, sports medicine, and arthroscopy, including hip arthroscopy. He serves as head team physician for several collegiate and high school athletic programs.
As a fellowship-trained sports medicine and arthroscopy surgeon, Dr. Levenda is recognized for his expertise in shoulder reconstruction and the treatment of complex shoulder conditions. He cares for patients with a wide range of shoulder disorders and is frequently sought out for second opinions and revision procedures. His expertise also includes hip arthroscopy, including labral repairs and treatment of femoroacetabular impingement (FAI).
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After completing his orthopedic training at The University of Chicago, Dr. Levenda spent an additional year completing a fellowship focused on sports medicine and shoulder and knee reconstruction. During his fellowship, he treated a high volume of surgical and nonsurgical athletic injuries and cared for athletes at every level, including professional, collegiate, high school, and recreational athletes. He also gained extensive experience treating complex shoulder conditions, including rotator cuff tears, instability, and arthritis. His fellowship training provided unique exposure to patients seeking second opinions and those requiring revision surgery.
Dr. Levenda is considered an expert in the field of shoulder reconstruction. He treats a wide variety of shoulder disorders, including labral tears, instability, rotator cuff tears, and arthritis. He is a skilled arthroscopist who has developed surgical techniques using grafts and other biologics to augment rotator cuff repairs. Many patients seek his expertise for second opinions because of his experience managing complex shoulder conditions. He performs a high volume of shoulder replacement procedures, including reverse total shoulder replacements and revision surgeries.
As the head team physician for Valparaiso University and several local high schools, Dr. Levenda works closely with athletic trainers and physical therapists to provide safe, effective treatment for athletes. “Getting Back In The Game” is not only a philosophy for athletes participating in organized sports, but one Dr. Levenda applies to all of his patients. He believes an athlete is defined not by age or sport, but by a mindset. Whether you earn a living competing professionally or simply want to play catch with your grandchild, you are an athlete.
Committed to providing the highest level of care, Dr. Levenda remains actively involved in research and education. He has developed and published surgical techniques utilizing biologic grafts for massive rotator cuff tears to improve pain relief and functional outcomes. He has served as an instructor and speaker at orthopedic courses, helping educate current and future orthopedic surgeons.
Dr. Levenda also collaborates with the bioengineering department at Valparaiso University on research focused on athletic performance and injury prevention. He serves as a Volunteer Associate Professor at Indiana University Northwest Medical School and mentors students interested in medicine. Medical students and physician assistant students rotate through his practice throughout the year.
Dr. Levenda sees patients at Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute’s Chesterton and Portage locations.
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