Dr. Jamil Jacobs-El, MD

Dr. Jamil Jacobs-El is an orthopedic surgeon with over three decades of experience treating conditions affecting the bones, joints, and muscles. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Johns Hopkins Health System. With 31 years in practice, Dr. Jacobs-El brings extensive expertise to his patient care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Jacobs-El practices at multiple locations across Illinois and the Virgin Islands, including Rush Copley Medical Center in Aurora, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, and facilities in St. Thomas and Christiansted. He specializes in treating osteoarthritis and knee osteoarthritis, helping patients manage joint pain and stiffness. His procedural expertise includes performing bursa injections and arthrocentesis to provide pain relief and improve joint function. Patients have rated Dr. Jacobs-El 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals.