Summary

Dr. Paul Gruszka is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand surgery, bringing four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. His extensive experience spans 40 years of treating complex bone, joint, and hand conditions. Dr. Gruszka is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Gruszka practices at Northwest Health Porter and sees patients at multiple Lakeshore Bone And Joint Institute locations throughout Valparaiso, Chesterton, and Portage, Indiana. He focuses on treating conditions such as knee problems caused by wear and tear, general joint pain, and various forms of arthritis. His treatment approach includes physical therapy guidance, diagnostic imaging, and targeted injection therapies for joint relief. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 40 years of experience
  • 61 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
  • 82 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Paul John Gruszka has 6 locations

Lakeshore Bone And Joint Institute

2501 Cumberland DrValparaiso, IN 46383
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lakeshore Bone And Joint Institute

601 Gateway Blvd NChesterton, IN 46304
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lakeshore Bone And Joint Institute

3691 Willowcreek RdPortage, IN 46368
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Portage Hospital

3630 Willowcreek RdPortage, IN 46368

Northwest Health Porter

85 E Us Highway 6Valparaiso, IN 46383

Northwest Health La Porte

1331 State StLa Porte, IN 46350

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Dr. Paul John Gruszka, MDDr. Benjamin D. KuhnsDr. Daniel David Bohl, MDDr. Mark Schinsky, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.6 
4.8 
40 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Valparaiso , INDes Plaines , ILChicago , ILDes Plaines , IL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paul John Gruszka

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross - PPO
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Indiana Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • MagnaCare
  • MDwise
  • MDwise - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Paul John Gruszka has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paul John Gruszka has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Hand Surgery
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Indiana, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Paul Gruszka accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Paul Gruszka affiliated with?
Dr. Paul Gruszka is affiliated with Northwest Health Porter.
What languages does Dr. Paul Gruszka speak?
Dr. Paul Gruszka speaks English and Spanish.
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