Bobby Koneru, MD

@KoneruMd

Radiation Oncologist, Father of 4, Avid Tenns fan 🎾. Northwestern University Alumni. Passion for Musculoskeletal conditions and Prostate Cancer.

Freeport, IL

Joined December 2020

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · May 10

I’m excited to share that our publication of the first modern American case series for the treatment of Osteoarthritis (OA) with Low Dose Radiotherapy (LDRT) is now published and available online in the red journal. The American patient population differs significantly from…

KoneruMd's tweet image. I’m excited to share that our publication of the first modern American case series for the treatment of Osteoarthritis (OA) with Low Dose Radiotherapy (LDRT) is now published and available online in the red journal.

The American patient population differs significantly from…

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · Jul 24

Thrilled to announce that this trial of SRS for spasticity is now resuming accrual in Winter Park, FL at therenaissanceinstitute.org !!!

EEvan Thomas MD/PhD@EvanThomas84 · Oct 11, 2023

I'm incredibly excited to announce opening of our new sham-controlled RCT of #radiosurgery for #spasticity in patients with #spinalcordinjury, #CerebralPalsy, #stroke. Thanks to @VarianMedSys for funding & to my colleague & tx inventor, Dr Pantaleo Romanelli #Neurosurgery #pmr

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · 42 m

I’m honored to share that I’ve been invited to moderate a series of ASTRO webinars focused on radiotherapy for benign conditions this October, following the ASTRO Annual Meeting. As we plan the content, I’d love to hear from colleagues and the wider Radonc community: •Which…

KoneruMd's tweet image. I’m honored to share that I’ve been invited to moderate a series of ASTRO webinars focused on radiotherapy for benign conditions this October, following the ASTRO Annual Meeting.

As we plan the content, I’d love to hear from colleagues and the wider Radonc community:
•Which…

Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · Jul 24

For all of you crypto fans, apparent there is a knee surgery meme coin 🤷🏽‍♂️

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · Jul 24

67 yo with significant right knee pain (7/10) with walking. X-Ray confirms KL grade 3 osteoarthritis. Arrows point to osteophyte formation and joint space narrowing. He has failed conservative management with exercise, weight loss and physical therapy. He has also tried NSAIDs…

KoneruMd's tweet image. 67 yo with significant right knee pain (7/10) with walking. X-Ray confirms KL grade 3 osteoarthritis. Arrows point to osteophyte formation and joint space narrowing. He has failed conservative management with exercise, weight loss and physical therapy. He has also tried NSAIDs…

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · Jul 21

🚨Proposed CMS Cuts to Orthovoltage Radiotherapy for Benign Conditions —A Threat to Patient Care and Specialty Sustainability The newly proposed CMS rules would slash reimbursement for orthovoltage radiotherapy—used for benign conditions like osteoarthritis — by a nearly 40%…

KoneruMd's tweet image. 🚨Proposed CMS Cuts to Orthovoltage Radiotherapy for Benign Conditions —A Threat to Patient Care and Specialty Sustainability

The newly proposed CMS rules would slash reimbursement for orthovoltage radiotherapy—used for benign conditions like osteoarthritis — by a nearly 40%…

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · Jul 18

✨I’ve treated over 40 patients with Painful Shoulder Syndrome Painful shoulder syndrome represents a significant clinical challenge that affects a substantial portion of the adult population, frequently resulting in functional disability and diminished quality of life. This…

KoneruMd's tweet image. ✨I’ve treated over 40 patients with Painful Shoulder Syndrome

Painful shoulder syndrome represents a significant clinical challenge that affects a substantial portion of the adult population, frequently resulting in functional disability and diminished quality of life.

This…

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · Jul 14

🚨The Case Against Proton Therapy for LDRT in Osteoarthritis “Using a proton machine for LDRT in osteoarthritis is like using a sledgehammer to push in a thumbtack.” → Overbuilt, expensive, and overkill for the job. ❇️Lack of Supporting Evidence There is currently no clinical…

KoneruMd's tweet image. 🚨The Case Against Proton Therapy for LDRT in Osteoarthritis

“Using a proton machine for LDRT in osteoarthritis is like using a sledgehammer to push in a thumbtack.”
→ Overbuilt, expensive, and overkill for the job.

❇️Lack of Supporting Evidence

There is currently no clinical…

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · Jul 4

Great animation on functional radiotherapy. We also discuss the risk of secondary malignancy when using LDRT for osteoarthritis and other conditions. Full video link: lnkd.in/gJb_GaSp

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Elekta@Elekta · Jul 2

In the latest episode of our podcast, Spilling the RT, we delve into the potentially transformative world of LDRT with @KoneruMd. Dr. Koneru discusses how, in addition to treating cancer, he uses low-dose RT to treat functional diseases and inflammatory conditions.…

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · Jun 23

I’m excited and honored to share that I’ve been named as the Corporate Chair for the 2025 Arthritis Foundation Illinois Freedom of Movement Gala & Casino Night on October 18 at the Swissôtel Chicago. As a healthcare provider who is passionate about the treatment of arthritis, I…

KoneruMd's tweet image. I’m excited and honored to share that I’ve been named as the Corporate Chair for the 2025 Arthritis Foundation Illinois Freedom of Movement Gala &amp; Casino Night on October 18 at the Swissôtel Chicago. As a healthcare provider who is passionate about the treatment of arthritis, I…

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · Jun 17

💥New Paradigm for the pathophysiology of Osteoarthritis (OA) The understanding of OA pathophysiology has undergone a paradigm shift, moving from a mechanical “wear and tear” model to one emphasizing synovial inflammation and immune-mediated joint degeneration. Here’s how…

KoneruMd's tweet image. 💥New Paradigm for the pathophysiology of Osteoarthritis (OA)

The understanding of OA pathophysiology has undergone a paradigm shift, moving from a mechanical “wear and tear” model to one emphasizing synovial inflammation and immune-mediated joint degeneration.

Here’s how…

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · Jun 15

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there—especially those who inspire us both at home and in our professional lives. As a radiation oncologist, I’m constantly reminded of the strength, resilience, and hope that fathers bring to their families, even in the face of life’s…

KoneruMd's tweet image. Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there—especially those who inspire us both at home and in our professional lives.

As a radiation oncologist, I’m constantly reminded of the strength, resilience, and hope that fathers bring to their families, even in the face of life’s…

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · Jun 9

🎾The French Open…and Tennis Elbow? What an incredible French Open! Congratulations to Carlos Alcaraz on a masterful performance, outlasting Jannik Sinner in an epic five-hour battle. Truly unbelievable tennis. Watching this match reminded me of the tremendous wear and tear…

KoneruMd's tweet image. 🎾The French Open…and Tennis Elbow?

What an incredible French Open! Congratulations to Carlos Alcaraz on a masterful performance, outlasting Jannik Sinner in an epic five-hour battle. Truly unbelievable tennis.

Watching this match reminded me of the tremendous wear and tear…

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · May 30

New Research Alert: Metals from Joint Implants Can Reach the Brain 🧠 A recent study in JAMA Network Open has found that patients with large joint replacements (like hips or knees) have significantly higher levels of metals—including cobalt, chromium, titanium, niobium, and…

KoneruMd's tweet image. New Research Alert: Metals from Joint Implants Can Reach the Brain 🧠

A recent study in JAMA Network Open has found that patients with large joint replacements (like hips or knees) have significantly higher levels of metals—including cobalt, chromium, titanium, niobium, and…

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · May 28

❇️The 4 Key Mechanisms of Action for LDRT This visual breaks down the key mechanisms of action—anti-inflammation, fibroblast stability, nociception, and vascular modulation. LDRT’s multifaceted approach offers promising pathways for managing pain and inflammation such as OA, and…

KoneruMd's tweet image. ❇️The 4 Key Mechanisms of Action for LDRT

This visual breaks down the key mechanisms of action—anti-inflammation, fibroblast stability, nociception, and vascular modulation. LDRT’s multifaceted approach offers promising pathways for managing pain and inflammation such as OA, and…

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · May 17

📢 CME Accredited Webinar – Join Us for the First Session of the RAISE Series! Hosted by the Emirates Society of Radiation Oncology (ESRO) 🌟 RAISE – Radiation Oncology Awareness, Information, Support & Education 🎙 Topic: Low Dose Radiotherapy for Osteoarthritis and Plantar…

KoneruMd's tweet image. 📢 CME Accredited Webinar – Join Us for the First Session of the RAISE Series!
Hosted by the Emirates Society of Radiation Oncology (ESRO)

🌟 RAISE – Radiation Oncology Awareness, Information, Support &amp; Education
🎙 Topic: Low Dose Radiotherapy for Osteoarthritis and Plantar…

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Tamer Refaat, MD PhD MSCI@TamerRefaatMD · May 6

Congrats to @WilliamSmallJr on receiving 2025 Distinguished Service Award from the Illinois Radiological Society! A true leader, mentor,& innovator in #RadOnc—his impact on cancer care &countless careers, including mine, is immeasurable. Very well deserved Bill! #ACR2025 #IRS2025

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Bobby Koneru, MD@KoneruMd · Apr 27

Our book chapter on LDRT for painful musculoskeletal conditions has now been published. You can find in the latest Advances in Oncology.

KoneruMd's tweet image. Our book chapter on LDRT for painful musculoskeletal conditions has now been published. You can find in the latest Advances in Oncology.

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