John A. Kotis, DO, FACOS, is a hand reconstructive specialist and plastic surgeon at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago.

"Finger joint replacement allows us to improve the quality of life for those with the most severe cases of arthritis. It's a real gift for those who live with the pain and limited use of their fingers every day," said Dr. Kotis, the only surgeon currently performing the leading-edge procedure in Chicago and one of only three in Illinois.

• Press Release - Illinois Masonic Hand Surgeon Among First to Give Hope to Chicagoans with Finger Injuries
• YouTube - Artificial Finger Joints at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
• "The Doctors" - Rheumatoid Arthritis Surgery