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Summary: The Illinois Bone and Joint Institute (IBJI) is a private orthopedic specialty group founded in 1991, based in Des Plaines, IL, with multiple offices in the Chicagoland area. They offer same-day orthopedic care for fractures, sprains, and urgent musculoskeletal needs, plus on-site physical therapy and in-office MRI. All IBJI physicians are fellowship-trained and board-certified. For a Bourbonnais, IL location (Kankakee area), IBJI provides access to orthopedic and sports medicine specialists, and you can find a doctor or location via their site (ibji.com) or contact points (info@ibji.com; 1-847-324-3060).

Riverside Healthcare in Kankakee, IL, led by Riverside Medical Center, is a 312-bed, Magnet-recognized hospital within a broader regional health system serving Kankakee and surrounding counties. The system offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care and is nationally recognized for programs in heart care, cancer care, neurosurgery, and orthopedics. It holds multiple top honors for clinical excellence (Healthgrades Distinguished Hospital, 100 Top Hospitals by Truven). Key leadership includes executives in nursing, operations, and communications, with specific roles listed (e.g., Ellen Bollino, CNO; Matt McBurnie, VP of Public Relations). The organization retrieves talent from regional partners and local institutions, highlighting connections to hospitals like Silver Cross and Olivet Nazarene University. A recent notable highlight mentions a February 2026 DAISY Award recipient, reflecting the system’s emphasis on compassionate care. If you’re specifically looking for information about the Orthopedics Team at Riverside in Kankakee, this page indicates Riverside’s recognized orthopedic programs as part of its leading surgical and musculoskeletal services within the integrated Riverside Healthcare system.