Kenneth Korcek, MD
Dr. Kenneth Korcek, MD, is an accomplished orthopedic surgeon practicing at OrthoIllinois, a division of OrthoMidwest. Originally from New York, New York, Dr. Korcek began his academic journey by earning a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from the State University of New York, Binghamton, in 1992. He continued his education at New York Medical College, where he received his medical degree in 1996.
Following medical school, Dr. Korcek completed an internship and pursued advanced orthopedic training during his residency at St. Luke’s – Roosevelt Hospital Center / Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City. He further honed his expertise by completing a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the Washington University School of Medicine.
Dr. Korcek’s clinical practice at OrthoIllinois is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders affecting the hand and upper extremity. He is committed to delivering excellent service and compassionate care to all his patients, consistently striving to provide the highest quality of orthopedic care, akin to the standard he would offer to his own family members.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Korcek has contributed to the field of orthopedics through numerous lectures, presentations, and the authorship of several research papers and articles. His dedication to advancing orthopedic knowledge is evident in his ongoing professional activities.
Beyond his medical commitments, Dr. Korcek enjoys digital photography, music, golfing, exploring advancements in technology, and spending quality time with his family.
| BACHELOR’S DEGREE | State University of New York |
| MEDICAL DEGREE | New York Medical College |
| RESIDENCY | St. Luke’s – Roosevelt Hospital Center / Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons |
| FELLOWSHIP | Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine |
Insurance Questions?
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Memberships
- Board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2006
- Clinical Assistant Professor: University of Illinois – College of Medicine, Rockford
- Member: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Hospital Affiliations
- Algonquin Road Surgery Center
- MercyHealth Javon Bea Hospital
- Northwestern Medicine McHenry / Huntley / Woodstock Hospitals
- OrthoIllinois Surgery Center
- OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center
- OSF Saint Elizabeth Medical Center
- UW Health Northern Illinois / SwedishAmerican Hospital
- Van Matre Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Circulation Problems
- Congential hand conditions
- Cubital Tunnel
- Distal Radius Fracture
- Elbow Fracture
- Flexor Tendonitis
- Ganglion Cysts
- Golf Elbow/medial epicondylitis
- Hand or Arm Pain
- Joint Replacements
- Lacerations, including Tendons and Nerves
- Mallet Finger
- Nerve Problems in the Upper Extremity
- Osteoarthritis of the Hand
- Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Elbow
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Hand
- Sprains and Strains
- Tendon and Ligament Injuries
- Tennis Elbow/Lateral Epicondylitis
- Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex (TFCC) Injuries
- Ulnar Collateral Ligament (UCL) injury

Joe Maroney, PA-C