The surgeons on staff at Midland Surgical Center are highly trained, board certified, and have had extensive training in their area of specialization.  

Russell J. Bodner, M.D.

Specializing in Arthoscopy, Joint Replacement,
Sports Medicine & Trauma
Graduating from the University of Delaware, Dr. Bodner completed his medical school training at the University of California-Los Angeles. Dr. Bodner went on to complete his residency at the University of Pennsylvania and attained a Fellowship in Trauma Surgery in Innsbruck, Austria, under the direction of Dr. Emil Beck. He has also completed a Fellowship in Sports Medicine, training with Dr. J Richard Steadman in Lake Tahoe, California. Dr. Bodner is board certified and a fellow of the A.A.O.S. He is a team physician for the Northern Illinois University Huskies.

Michele T. Glasgow, M.D.

Specializing in Shoulder and Elbow
Dr.Glasgow is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University and Mt. Sinai School of Medicine. Having completed her residency training at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center in New York, she went on to complete a Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. In addition, she has completed a Shoulder Fellowship under the direction of Dr. Louis Bigliani at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center. Dr. Glasgow is board certified and a fellow of the A.A.O.S. She serves as a team physician for the Northern Illinois University Huskies and has recently completed a clinical rotation in shoulder and elbow surgery at the Mayo Clinic.

Steven G. Glasgow, M.D.

Specializing in Sports Medicine, Knee & Joint Replacement
Dr. Glasgow is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, where he attended both undergraduate and medical school. He completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania as well. Under the guidance of Dr. Joseph Torg, he went on for his Fellowship in Sports Medicine, also at Penn. Dr. Glasgow then spent 5 years as an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Penn, teaching residents and fellows Sports Medicine. Board certified and a Fellow of the A.A.O.S. & A.O.S.S.M., he is a team physician for Northern Illinois University and a distinguished lecturer for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons review course in knee injuries.

Rajeev K. Jain, M.D.

Dr. Jain joined Sycamore’s MidWest Orthopaedic Institute six months ago following a fellowship in lower extremity reconstruction at the prestigious Scripps Clinic in La Jolla, CA. He is the only orthopedic surgeon in the area who specializes in total joint replacement. He also has a special interest in treating hip and knee arthritis. He graduated from the University of Michigan and earned his medical degree at Michigan State University. He completed his internship and residency at McLaren Regional Medical Center in Michigan. He has authored numerous articles and presentations relating to the hip and knee and is in the process of completing several others.

John F. Lacart, M.D.

Dr. Lacart did his undergraduate work at DePauw University and went to medical school at University of Illinois, Chicago and Rush Medical College. He went on to do his surgical internship at Rush-Presbyterian St. Luke’s. Dr. Lacart did his residency at Northwestern University, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, St. Francis, and Lutheran General Hospital. He did his fellowship at Northwestern University and was Chief resident at both Children’s Memorial Hospital and Northwestern Memorial hospital.

Photine Liakos, M.D.

Specializing in Foot and ankle
Dr. Liakos is a native of DeKalb. She completed both her undergraduate and medical school education at Washington University in St. Louis. Her orthopaedic residency training was at Washington University Medical Center. Under the direction of Dr. Jeffrey Johnson, she went on to complete her Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Surgery, also at Washington University. Board certified and a fellow of the A.A.O.S., she is the team physician for Kishwaukee Community College. Most recently, she completed training in total ankle replacement surgery and is certified in the newest techniques of orthopaedic shock-wave therapy.

Robert Swartz, M.D.

Specializing in Hand and Upper Extremity
Dr. Swartz received both his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Illinois. He completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center in New York City, where he met and worked with Dr. Michele Glasgow. He went on to complete a fellowship in Hand/Upper Extremity Surgery at Harvard University.  Dr. Swartz is Board Certified in orthopaedic surgery and has a Certificate of added Qualification in Hand Surgery, issued by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.  Dr. Swartz spent several years practicing in Connecticut before returning to the Chicago area to practice.

Shane M. York, DPM

Dr. York received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Rosalind Franklin University in Chicago. He went on to complete a comprehensive three year surgical residency specializing in foot and ankle disorders at Yale University Hospital. Dr. York is board qualified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and is driven to continue to learn and teach. He has participated in numerous clinical trials and published articles in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery.

Neil B. Levin, D.P.M.

Dr. Levin is a Board Certified podiatric surgeon. His Undergraduate work was done at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan in Biology. After graduating from the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine in 1977, He attended a surgical residency at St. John Macomb Hospital in Mt. Clemens, Michigan.

Dr. Levin has more than 25 years experience in all aspects of foot and ankle care. He has advanced training in wound care, laser surgery and diagnostic ultrasound imaging of the foot and ankle. While always stressing preventative and conservative care whenever appropriate, he prides himself in remaining on the leading edge of new technology for diagnostic and surgical procedures.

Richard Kopolovic, M.D.

Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Breast Surgery, Liposculpture, Skin Cancer Treatment
Dr. Kopolovic has been practicing plastic surgery in the western suburbs of Chicago and Northern Illinois for over 15 years. he recieved his medical doctorate from the Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1981. He then completed his surgical training at the University of Illinois in 1988. His training continued at Loyola University in plastic surgery from 1988 to 1991. Dr. Kopolovic dedicated time for research during his residency training and has authored publications in peer review journals for which he has recieved national research awards during his residencies. His private practice consists mostly of cosmetic surgery and reconstructive surgery associated with skin cancer. He is also involved with a part-time residency teaching program.

Michael Coulson, D.O.

Anesthesiologist
Dr. Coulson is a graduate of Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Chicago Osteopathic Hospital and Medical Center.  He is board certified in anesthesiology and Chief of Anesthesiology at Kishwaukee Community Hospital.  Dr. Coulson provides anesthesia care for patients at Midland Surgical Center as well as assisting with Pain Management services.

Stephen Houde, M.D.

Anesthesiologist
Dr. Houde received his medical training at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine.  He is board certified in anesthesiology and a member of Anesthesia Associates.  Dr. Houde provides anesthesia services for patients at Midland Surgical Center.  

Darvin J. Javier, M.D.

Anesthesia Associates
Dr. Darvin Javier is a graduate of Chicago Medical School and did additional training at Lutheran General Hospital and Rush University Medical College. Dr. Javier holds Master’s Degrees in Medical Imaging and Medical Physics. He also achieved certification in Fiberoptic Airway Management and is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

Jeremiah Loch, CRNA, Ph.D, DAAPM,

Pain Managment
Jerry is an advanced practice nurse with significant experience as an anesthesia provider and specialized training in the treatment of pain.  His certification includes: Advanced Practice Nurse, Anesthesiology Practitioner, Certified in Pain Management (AAPM), Certified in Naturopathic Medicine (ANMA), Certified in Anesthesiology (AANA), Incorporating Advanced Osteopathic Training