The Sports Doctor
The Sports Doctor is in! Dr. Robert A Weil, Sports Podiatrist, specializes in orthotics that improve alignment, stability, balance & performance. He has practiced podiatry & sports medicine for over 30 years in the Aurora- Naperville area and was recently inducted into the prestigious 2019 National Fitness Hall Of Fame. Dr. Bob has treated many of the world’s premier athletes from all types of sports. He is the host of “The Sports Doctor™” Radio Show. The show is now featured on BBS Radio Network, UK Health Radio Network & Sports 4 Fanz Radio. Dr. Bob was formerly on HealthyLife Radio and was also on WDCB public radio in Chicago for over 20 years. He has written articles for many newspapers & magazines and is a frequent guest on other networks. And his new book, co-written with Sharkie Zartman, titled '#Hey Sports Parents! An Essential Guide for Any Parent with a Child in Sports' - is now available on Amazon!
Join the Sports Doctor and his great guests for important topical information for injury free exercise, wellness and sports performance for both adults and kids. Frequent topics include, the role of the foot in sports, all aspects of sports medicine including, proper sports shoes, youth safety, health, wellness, and sports performance for both adults and children.
Guest, Dr Joe George
Dr. Joe George has 11 years of Podiatric surgical experience with a focus on complex foot and ankle reconstruction. He completed his podiatric surgical residency at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center then completed Foot and Ankle Reconstruction Fellowship in Germany under the direction of orthopedic traumatology and foot and ankle specialists including Dr. Kai Olms and Prof. Johannes Hamel. He is an expert in operative as well as non-operative care of foot and ankle issues. His operative expertise encompass all the newest as well as traditional techniques, from ankle arthroscopy, fracture repair, total ankle replacement, nerve releases, and too many others to be listed here. Dr. George has treated many of our local sports team members for on field injuries, helping them return to their high level of performance. He serves as the Chief of Podiatric Surgery and Site Director for the Podiatric Surgical Residency Rotation at Amita St. Joseph’s Medical Center.
