McLean County Orthopedics (MCO) is well known in Illinois. Founded in 1976 by Dr. Jerald Bratberg, a graduate of Harvard Medical School, MCO has treated over 40,000 patients and has attracted the finest physicians, therapists, nurses, technicians, receptionists, and others totaling over 60 employees. MCO also started and spun-off The Center for Outpatient Medicine (TCOM), which is the largest freestanding surgery center in central Illinois and the only surgery center in McLean County certified for overnight stay.
Located across route 9 (Empire) from the old Bloomingon airport, MCO treats all types of orthopedic conditions and offers a comprehensive range of services. Most patients can call for an appointment, although there are some insurances (ie Health Alliance, OSF) that first require referral from a primary care physician.