Mount Prospect, IL

Dr. Tyler Sorensen joins Weil Foot & Ankle as a 2021 – 2022 Fellow. He is a life-long Midwesterner and is a graduate of Bethel University in St. Paul, MN where he received a bachelor’s degree in Biology.

Dr. Mitchell Sheinkop is the former director of the joint replacement program and Professor Emeritus at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Sheinkop is a leading authority on the treatment of patients with complex hip and knee disorders, and he is well known for his pioneering use of computer-assisted navigation, minimally-invasive technologies, and hip resurfacing techniques.

Dr. Siddiqui had a multi-cultural upbringing. Raised in the Middle East and attending school internationally, Dr. Siddiqui learned to appreciate, respect, and value different cultural backgrounds at an early age. This background has allowed him to connect with many patients and understand their sensitive cultural needs.

Dr. Frank Bongiovanni was inspired to become a podiatrist by his father, who worked for the Dr. Scholl company making orthotic shoes. Today, Dr. Bongiovanni is an associate professor at the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in addition to working as a practicing physician at WFAI.

After getting her undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan, Dr. Benton-Weil attended The William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. With over 20 years of experience, she has a passion for treating young athletes and for reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Anthony Borrelli has lived in the Chicagoland area for almost 40 years after being born and raised in New Jersey. After graduating from medical school, Dr. Borrelli completed four years of postgraduate surgical training while serving as Senior Resident during two of those years.

In addition to being trained in the latest surgical techniques, Dr. Weil Jr. embodies the ethics of care that makes WFAI special. He believes that every patient’s story deserves to be heard.

Dr. Klein grew up in Oak Park, IL and remembers always wanting to be a physician. It is an honor and a privilege to be a part of the Weil Foot &  Ankle Institute team, providing cutting edge care to patients while genuinely doing what she loves.

As a Chicago native, Dr. Grigoropoulos has had an interest in podiatry since she was a child. She now hopes to help Chicagoans and the underprivileged children in need with their podiatric conditions.

Dencel Ray Polintan, PT, DPT is a physical therapist who joined the Weil team in September 2021. He has been practicing since 2012 in various settings including orthopedic outpatient clinics. Dencel enjoys working with the pediatric population and believes in the importance of a good, evidence-based foundation.

Kristin Abruscato, PT, DPT, GTS is a physical therapist that joined the Weil team in September 2020. She has experience in outpatient orthopedics as well as vestibular rehabilitation. Kristin enjoys working with a variety of patients, from athletes returning to sport to balance patients. Her goal is to help all of her patients get back to doing what they love.

Ioulia (Julie) Christopoulos, PT, DPT has over ten years of clinical experience and has been with the Weil Foot & Ankle Institute since 2015. Julie received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 2008 and has since worked in an orthopedic setting with Athletico. 

Julie’s primary focus has been in working with the pediatric and performing arts populations. Julie regularly attends continuing education seminars focusing on areas such as the foot and ankle, manual therapy, and the Graston technique. 

Julie’s interest in treating performing arts patients has allowed her to work with the Joffrey Ballet, Broadway in Chicago, the Hubbard Dance Street studios. She has participated in U.S. dance health screenings within the Chicagoland area and served as a medical volunteer for several Chicago Marathons. She is also a Physical Therapy Certified Instructor through Northwestern University, where she has mentored Physical Therapy interns by helping further develop their knowledge and experience in the field. 

Julie’s other accomplishments include being certified in Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) and the Graston technique. In her spare time, Julie enjoys staying active by participating in outdoor activities with her husband and twin boys.