Dr. Jason Ghodasra
Board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic hand surgeon
Dr. Jason Ghodasra attended Duke University, where he was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society and graduated magna cum laude. He received the Jerold A. Lein Endowed Scholarship to attend medical school at Northwestern University, graduating with distinction and completing a M.D./M.S.C.I. dual degree (Medical Degree and Master of Science in Clinical Investigation). He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at UCLA where he was elected and served as the chief resident in his final year. Dr. Ghodasra also completed a hand and upper extremity surgery fellowship in Baltimore, Maryland at the world-renowned Curtis National Hand Center.
Dr. Ghodasra has published over 20 peer-reviewed articles in orthopaedic and medical journals and given over 50 national and international presentations, covering topics including the use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and stem cells in orthopaedic surgery. He is passionate about being at the cutting edge of orthopaedic research and takes great pride in providing his patients with the most advanced orthopaedic care. Dr. Ghodasra utilizes non-surgical treatments as well as minimally invasive surgery, including endoscopic carpal tunnel release and arthroscopic surgery.
He has traveled on medical mission trips to underserved communities and from has provided free orthopaedic care in the Dominican Republic and Ethiopia. He belongs to several professional organizations including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. He was also selected to become a member of the American Orthopaedic Association Emerging Leaders Forum.
Dr. Ghodasra has practiced at Illinois Bone & Joint Institute (IBJI) since 2019.
Education
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Duke University
Bachelor of Science
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![Northwestern University]()
Northwestern University
Medical Degree
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![University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)]()
UCLA
Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery
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Curtis National Hand Center
Fellowship in Hand & Wrist Surgery
Meet the Team
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Lauren Hennessy, PA-C
Lauren is a nationally certified physician assistant who specializes in the treatment of the hand, wrist, and elbow. She works directly with Dr. Jason Ghodasra in the office and operating room. She performs all injections of the hand and upper extremity, including injections for carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, and osteoarthritis.
Lauren attended Seton Hill University, where she completed an accelerated five-year PA program and graduated magna cum laude. During her clinical elective, she gained additional training in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine.
Lauren also played NCAA Division II Lacrosse during her time at Seton Hill. She was named a PSAC all-conference scholar athlete, and also earned a minor in Medical Spanish.
She is passionate about helping her patients return to their highest level of performance in order to enjoy their favorite sports and activities. In her free time, Lauren enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and participating in a number of sports, including volleyball, lacrosse, and ice hockey.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science
Seton Hill University - Medical Studies, Minor in Medical Spanish
Master of Science
Seton Hill University - Physician Assistant Studies