CHESTERTON, Ind. - s4story -- Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute, a leading orthopedic practice in Indiana, announces the grand opening of orthopedic urgent care at its Schererville location. Beginning November 2, patients will have convenient access to same-day evaluation and treatment for acute orthopedic injuries without an appointment.

LBJI Orthopedic Urgent Care treats sprains, strains, suspected fractures, sports injuries, sudden joint pain, and other injuries affecting bones, joints, and muscles. By connecting patients directly with orthopedic specialists focused on these injuries, this new location will help patients receive specialized care from the very beginning of their treatment.

If additional treatment is needed, patients can seamlessly follow-up care with LBJI's orthopedic team and rehabilitation specialists. This coordinated approach helps patients move from diagnosis through recovery within one orthopedic practice.

"Receiving the right care early can make an important difference in a patient's recovery," said Aaron G. Anderson, a Fellowship-Trained orthopedic upper extremity specialist and President of Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute. "With orthopedic urgent care now available in Schererville, patients can have their injury evaluated promptly and leave their visit with a treatment plan tailored to their specific needs.

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The opening of urgent care in Schererville reflects LBJI's continued commitment to making specialized orthopedic care more accessible throughout the region. LBJI's Schererville urgent care allows patients in Lake County and surrounding communities to receive same-day orthopedic care closer to home while remaining connected to LBJI's broader network of specialists and services.

"Expanding orthopedic urgent care to Schererville is another step toward making timely, specialized care easier to access for the communities we serve," said Thor Thordarson, MBA, RN, Chief Executive Officer of Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute. "Our goal is to provide the right care at the right time and support each patient through every stage of recovery. Patients should not have to travel far or wait for an appointment to have an orthopedic injury properly evaluated."

LBJI's Schererville location also provides access to orthopedic physician appointments, physical therapy, sports rehabilitation, and workers' compensation services.

The Schererville Orthopedic Urgent Care is located at The Crossings, 833 West Lincoln Highway, Suite 110, Schererville, IN 46375. Beginning November 2, urgent care hours will be Monday, Thursday and Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. No appointment required.

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To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit https://www.lbji.com/.

About Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute
Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute (LBJI) is a multi-specialty orthopedic practice with 5 locations across Northwest Indiana. Founded in 1968, LBJI brings together 40 board-certified specialists across 16 areas of care, from sports medicine and joint replacement to spine, pain management, and behavioral health, under one coordinated practice. The practice provides comprehensive orthopedic care focused on helping patients restore mobility and improve quality of life. Known for its experienced physicians and collaborative care model, LBJI is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered treatment close to home.