Brian Cole MD

Brian Cole MD He is the Chairman of Surgery at Rush Oak Park Hospital and leads the Rush Orthopedic Master’s Program.

Dr. Brian Cole is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush and a Professor of Orthopaedics, Anatomy and Cell Biology at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Cole is Managing Partner of Midwest Orthopaedics and is the Department’s Associate Chairman and the Section Head of the Cartilage Research and Restoration Center. Dr. Cole is the 2020 President of the Arthroscopy Association of North America. Dr. Cole also holds several other leadership positions in national and international orthopedic societies. Honors awarded to Dr. Cole range from the “Best Doctors in America” since 2004 and “Top Doctor” in Chicagoland since 2003. In 2006, he was featured on the cover of Chicago Magazine as “Chicago’s Top Doctor.” In 2009, he was selected as NBA Team Physician of the Year and Orthopedics This Week has named Dr. Cole as one of the top 20 sports medicine, knee and shoulder specialists repeatedly over the last 5 years as selected by his peers. Dr. Cole’s patients describe his practice as compassionate, available and willing to offer novel solutions to avoid surgery whenever possible. Testimonials to the surgical care that Dr. Cole’s team provides are frequently featured and shared. Dr. Cole’s research interests include Cartilage Restoration, therapeutic biologics and regenerative medicine, and minimally invasive surgical techniques for the treatment of the knee, elbow, and shoulder. He has published more than 1,000 articles and 8 textbooks on orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, has lectured nationally and internationally on more than 2,000 occasions and has appeared as an expert on several TV documentaries. He received an MD and MBA from the University of Chicago, completed his orthopedic residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery at Cornell Medical Center, and a Sports Medicine fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh. His professional career outside of academia includes serving as team physician for the Chicago Bulls, co-team physician for the Chicago White Sox, and a team physician for the Chicago Fire, Chicago Dogs, and DePaul University. He has served as co-host for 10 years on the radio talk-show Sports Medicine Weekly originally on ESPN and currently on 670TheScore – Chicago Sports Radio.

Learn how to prevent common sports injuries, recognize early warning signs, and treat them effectively. Includes tips fo...
08/18/2025

Learn how to prevent common sports injuries, recognize early warning signs, and treat them effectively. Includes tips for safe training, recovery, and returning to activity....

Learn how to prevent common sports injuries, recognize early warning signs, and treat them effectively. Includes tips for safe training, recovery, and returning to activity.

Discover how an anti-inflammatory diet rich in whole foods can reduce arthritis symptoms, improve joint health, and supp...
08/15/2025

Discover how an anti-inflammatory diet rich in whole foods can reduce arthritis symptoms, improve joint health, and support long-term mobility—starting from the inside out....

Discover how an anti-inflammatory diet rich in whole foods can reduce arthritis symptoms, improve joint health, and support long-term mobility—starting from the inside out.

Discover five essential tips every parent should know to protect young athletes—from proper gear and warm-ups to hydrati...
08/14/2025

Discover five essential tips every parent should know to protect young athletes—from proper gear and warm-ups to hydration, rest, and active parental involvement....

Discover five essential tips every parent should know to protect young athletes—from proper gear and warm-ups to hydration, rest, and active parental involvement.

🎧 Ever wondered what your heart rate variability (HRV) says about your stress, sleep, and overall health? In this episod...
08/11/2025

🎧 Ever wondered what your heart rate variability (HRV) says about your stress, sleep, and overall health? In this episode, Dr. Cole breaks down why HRV is one of the most powerful, non-invasive health metrics you can track—and how to improve it.

The Sports Medicine Weekly Blog & Podcast with Dr. Brian Cole offers expert opinions on Heart Rate Variability (HRV), heart health and performance.

Explore how advanced sports rehab devices use precise sensors, real-time data, and cutting-edge engineering to personali...
08/08/2025

Explore how advanced sports rehab devices use precise sensors, real-time data, and cutting-edge engineering to personalize recovery, prevent injuries, and improve athletic performance....

Explore how advanced sports rehab devices use precise sensors, real-time data, and cutting-edge engineering to personalize recovery, prevent injuries, and improve athletic performance.

Performance anxiety can affect athletes at any level, impacting focus, motivation, and well-being. Learn how behavioral ...
08/07/2025

Performance anxiety can affect athletes at any level, impacting focus, motivation, and well-being. Learn how behavioral health services help athletes manage stress, improve performance, and build mental resilience....

Performance anxiety can affect athletes at any level, impacting focus, motivation, and well-being. Learn how behavioral health services help athletes manage stress, improve performance, and build mental resilience.

M.S., your thoughtful message means a lot to our team. We’re so glad your experience reflected the care and attention we...
08/05/2025

M.S., your thoughtful message means a lot to our team. We’re so glad your experience reflected the care and attention we strive to provide every patient.

Reformer Pilates isn’t just for women. Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explains how men are using Pilates to improve mobility, bu...
08/05/2025

Reformer Pilates isn’t just for women. Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explains how men are using Pilates to improve mobility, build core strength, prevent injury, and enhance athletic performance....

Reformer Pilates isn’t just for women. Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA explains how men are using Pilates to improve mobility, build core strength, prevent injury, and enhance athletic performance.

Orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine expert Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA, explains how regular exercise improves cholesterol...
07/31/2025

Orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine expert Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA, explains how regular exercise improves cholesterol, supports joint health, and reduces heart disease risk—no weight loss required....

Orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine expert Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA, explains how regular exercise improves cholesterol, supports joint health, and reduces heart disease risk—no weight loss required.

Explore how better nutrition and smart injury prevention policies can create safer sports programs for athletes of all a...
07/30/2025

Explore how better nutrition and smart injury prevention policies can create safer sports programs for athletes of all ages. Learn how public health and athletics intersect to build stronger, healthier teams....

Explore how better nutrition and smart injury prevention policies can create safer sports programs for athletes of all ages. Learn how public health and athletics intersect to build stronger, healthier teams.

DK, thank you for your kind words and recommendation. Wishing you continued strength and progress as you recover! ...
07/29/2025

DK, thank you for your kind words and recommendation. Wishing you continued strength and progress as you recover!

Indoor climbing is more than fun—it's a full-body workout that builds strength, improves balance, boosts cardio, sharpen...
07/28/2025

Indoor climbing is more than fun—it's a full-body workout that builds strength, improves balance, boosts cardio, sharpens focus, and relieves stress. Discover how the right gear enhances the experience....

Indoor climbing is more than fun—it's a full-body workout that builds strength, improves balance, boosts cardio, sharpens focus, and relieves stress. Discover how the right gear enhances the experience.

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Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA


  • Renowned specialist for treatment of the shoulder, elbow and knee □ Sports medicine □ Therapeutic biologics and alternatives to joint replacement □ Non-surgical and surgical

  • Vice-Chairman and Managing Partner of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush □ Professor of Orthopaedics, Anatomy and Cell Biology at Rush University Medical Center □ Chairman of Surgery at Rush Oak Park Hospital □ Head of world’s most active Cartilage Restoration Research Center

  • Selected by his peers as □ “Top Doctor” □ “NBA Team Physician of the Year” □ A top shoulder, elbow, knee and sports medicine specialist

  • Team physician for the Chicago Bulls, White Sox, Chicago Fire, Chicago Dogs, and DePaul University