Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute

Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute Our specialty-trained doctors are dedicated experts in providing you individualized orthopedic care. Call today at (219) 898-4213. Drs.

Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute: Continuing a Legacy of Orthopedic Excellence

The origins of Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute begin more than 50 years ago when Dr. Albin Jahns opened a practice in Gary, Indiana. Olson and Alvarez later joined him; the three soon moved to a larger space in Merrillville. In 1975, the practice founded the Valparaiso Orthopedic Clinic on the north side of Valparaiso. In 1990, with three more orthopedic specialists, they undertook a major expansion of their Valparaiso offices. Their vision was to provide stellar care in Northwest Indiana. It took little time to grow out of the Valparaiso clinic and the need for a total makeover became apparent. A changeover took form and started with a change in name. Valparaiso Orthopedic Clinic became Lakeshore Bone and Joint Institute. The goal was to create a comprehensive orthopedic bone and joint center that would serve Porter County and the surrounding communities. The partner physicians made a commitment to create a complete orthopedics care center that would better serve the orthopedic need of the patients of Northwest Indiana under one roof. In 2003, ground was broken in Chesterton’s Coffee Creek Center with completion of the two-story, 35,000 square foot building in May of 2004. The exam rooms are arranged in pod configuration. 6 doctors can practice from one location and get patients in quickly and efficiently. Since the opening in Chesterton, additional locations were opened to reach out to the community and better serve the patients with a higher level of care. Our founders and most of the current partners are from Northwest Indiana and Chicago. LBJI employs more than 150 healthcare and support staff. Close, convenient, stellar care.

You move fast and expect results. Our urgent care team delivers efficient, expert injury care—with direct access to spec...
09/11/2025

You move fast and expect results. Our urgent care team delivers efficient, expert injury care—with direct access to specialists when needed.

LBJI welcomes Dr. Daniel Li to our Crown Point & Schererville locations! Dr. Li specializes in hip & knee replacement an...
09/08/2025

LBJI welcomes Dr. Daniel Li to our Crown Point & Schererville locations! Dr. Li specializes in hip & knee replacement and revisions. Welcome to Lakeshore Bone & Joint, Dr. Li! https://smpl.is/abxg1

Dr. Daniel Li grew up in Chicago's northwest suburbs, inspired early by family experiences with arthritis. Driven by a commitment to providing exceptional local care, he pursued specialized training in hip-and-knee replacement at the renowned Cleveland Clinic. His background in engineering, combined...

Today on World Physical Therapy Day, we celebrate our skilled PT team at LBJI—dedicated to helping patients move better,...
09/08/2025

Today on World Physical Therapy Day, we celebrate our skilled PT team at LBJI—dedicated to helping patients move better, feel stronger, and get back to the activities they love.

You manage a lot—and when pain hits suddenly, we’re here to help. Trust our experienced team for walk-in orthopedic care...
09/03/2025

You manage a lot—and when pain hits suddenly, we’re here to help. Trust our experienced team for walk-in orthopedic care that fits your busy life

We believe surgery should be your last resort—but when it’s necessary, LBJI’s skilled orthopedic surgeons deliver expert...
09/02/2025

We believe surgery should be your last resort—but when it’s necessary, LBJI’s skilled orthopedic surgeons deliver expert care and excellent outcomes.

Happy Labor Day from LBJI! Wishing you a safe and relaxing holiday.
09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day from LBJI! Wishing you a safe and relaxing holiday.

The Portage UC will be closing at noon on Saturday August 30th to let our staff get a well-deserved early start of the h...
08/29/2025

The Portage UC will be closing at noon on Saturday August 30th to let our staff get a well-deserved early start of the holiday weekend. The urgent care will be open at the regular time on Tuesday.

Back pain doesn’t have to control your life. A new clinical trial at Lakeshore Bone & Joint is testing a potential new o...
08/27/2025

Back pain doesn’t have to control your life. A new clinical trial at Lakeshore Bone & Joint is testing a potential new option using stem cells.
✔ Minimal to no cost to participants
✔ Compensation up to $1,575
✔ Expert care from LBJI under the direction of Dr. Dwight Tyndall.

Interested in learning more? Read the brochure here: https://smpl.is/abg8y
Call (219) 250-5035 to see if you qualify!

Urgent orthopedic care at LBJI is often faster and more affordable than an ER visit—with the same high standard of medic...
08/27/2025

Urgent orthopedic care at LBJI is often faster and more affordable than an ER visit—with the same high standard of medical expertise.

At LBJI, we combine advanced technology with compassionate care to treat orthopedic issues at every stage—from preventio...
08/26/2025

At LBJI, we combine advanced technology with compassionate care to treat orthopedic issues at every stage—from prevention to surgery to recovery.

Prevent injury with smart habits: warm up, stretch regularly, and don’t push through joint pain. Your long-term mobility...
08/19/2025

Prevent injury with smart habits: warm up, stretch regularly, and don’t push through joint pain. Your long-term mobility is worth protecting.

When more care is needed, we connect you directly to LBJI’s orthopedic specialists—no extra steps, no waiting around.
08/18/2025

When more care is needed, we connect you directly to LBJI’s orthopedic specialists—no extra steps, no waiting around.

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601 Gateway Boulevard
Chesterton, IN
46304

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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At Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute, we are dedicated to providing you the compassionate, experienced care you deserve. Listed below are the areas we specialize in:

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