Michael A. Terry, MD

Michael A. Terry, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Secondary Specialty

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 1998
Internship:
New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) - 1999
Residency:
Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center - 2003
Fellowships:
Steadman Philippon Research Institute - 2004

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (Certified)
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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4.9
4.9 

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April 29, 2024

5.0

Earned

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April 29, 2024

5.0

Thoughtful Thorough Practical

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April 29, 2024

5.0

Best in the biz

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April 26, 2024

5.0

I saw him for a consultation and he was well aware of my condition. He answered any questions I had and educated me in the process. He was straightforward with his recommendations on my best path for improvement +/or recovery.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

I have been under the care of Dr. Terry as a relates to my knees for several years now. He displays an outstanding bedside manner but most importantly, his professionalism and knowledge based understanding of his practice is apparent.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Dr Terry is exceptional. In addition to his impressive CV, his communication and guidance in recommendations for my medical condition were thoughtful.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

He was very open, honest and detailed with his explanation of injury and repair of my daughter’s hip.

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Excellent physician, good interpersonal interactions

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April 16, 2024

5.0

A tremendous doctor who does a great job of explaining the procedures. His entire team was incredibly skilled and knowledgeable. I am thrilled with the results of my surgery and felt confident and well-informed throughout the process.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Dr. Terry is incredibly knowledgeable and has mastered his craft. He is also very easy to talk to and listens to his patients. The entire process of pre-surgery, surgery, and post surgery was handled in a way that put my mind at ease based on a previous bad experience. It helps that I’ve known Mike for a long time and I know his character very well. Top-notch.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Terry is cool as a cucumber and takes the time to answer all my concerns.

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April 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Terry listened to all my concerns and answered my questions. I felt like he really care about my outcome. He was very personable.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Because Doctor Michael Terry is the best. It's a good care of me.My surgery was a o k i'm recovering well. And he's very concerned about my well.Being my recovery stage.

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April 07, 2024

5.0

pro accesssible, knowledge and experience

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April 07, 2024

5.0

My recovery it’s still in progress but have not had issues so far.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

He is excellent and explained the process well. He is clear about expectations.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Excellent surgeon. Compassionate and works to ensure patient is taken care of. Goes above and beyond.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

He fixed my other hip almost 10 years ago - no complications and excellent job as far as I can tell. Appeared concerned and knowledgeable about my hip pain.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and u deters ding of my pain

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March 13, 2024

5.0

He’s empathetic.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable in his area, gave me easy options for my care and allowed me the autonomy to do so.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Highly recommended

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Informed clinical team that listened to my desire to maintain active lifestyle and recommendation to achieve desired outcome.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and great bedside manner

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Same comments since doctor- patient experience reflects heavily on the in the experience The larger orthopedic program is a function of this Timely to appointment Took the time to review my case Explained my condition, findings, and options understandably Considered my plans to treatment Very straightforward advice Met my expectations and more

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Diagnosed the problem, provides an immediate course of action, and offers the best solution based on research. Very experienced in his field.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Professional and extremely knowledgeable

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March 06, 2024

5.0

already have recommended him for his great surgical skills

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Smart ! Knowledgeable! Really listens !

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March 05, 2024

5.0

He’s excellent!

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Terry has taken care of both my husband and currently myself. I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my treatment / surgery. He makes you feel like you are his only patient, and I never feel rushed when I see him.

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March 01, 2024

5.0

He completely healed my left shoulder that was terrible and my right is getting better

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Dr. Terry is personable, patient and reassuring in explaining what my orthopedic issue was and what the various options are for treatment. He does a good job of answering questions.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Terry is very experienced with sports / hockey and can relate the injury and recovery process very well.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Trust his knowledge

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February 26, 2024

5.0

The Dr understood the problem with my knee and if not for his humane approach, I would have ended in bad situation.

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February 25, 2024

5.0

Understanding of my feelings and listening to my problems with concern and great advice.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

He walked in and made me feel comfortable and I felt listened to what my issues are

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Dr Terry has been nothing but a professional to me for the last 10 years he did my surgery he gives me my injections and he gives me good advice thank you [patient's name]

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Terry and his PA Michelle Bohn are extremely personable. They answered all of my questions and spent time explaining the surgery before hand, and the outcome when the surgery was completed. I will definitely recommend Dr. Terry to others.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

I was confident in his expertise. Also, he was thorough and patient.

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Terry was extremely professional, courteous, took the time to explain the details of the situation, and kindly answered any and all questions. Additionally, Dr. John Carney was also wonderful, as were the X-Ray staff.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

He did not make me feel rushed. Explained everything thoroughly and made me feel confident with he plan of treatment.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Great doctor with great bedside manners

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Dr Terry is the absolute best.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Explained things very patiently. U

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February 07, 2024

5.0

He’s awesome

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February 07, 2024

5.0

The best!!!

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Dr Terry compassion and exceptional listening skills gave me a sense of ease. He explained everything clearly, provided options and has been committed my successful outcome.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Talented and personable.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

His experience with athletes is perfect fit to treat our son.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Simple and Direct answers to questions regarding options.

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February 05, 2024

4.0

I don't know anything about him. He was recommended by my doctor, he was friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable. But I haven't had the surgery yet, so I don't know.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Dr Terry took his time to listen to me, answered my questions and reassured me that he will "fix it". Very likeable and kind.

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January 31, 2024

5.0

He obviously studied my tests and explained the alternatives well

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Made me feel comfortable and didn’t rush the visit!

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Excellent care

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January 18, 2024

5.0

He was great!

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January 17, 2024

5.0

He is a great, encouraging healer. He gives you confidence when you feel broken and feeble, and roots for your recovery with patience and kindness.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Smart bright personable who peruses practical treatments and makes it easy.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Credit him with my ability to still swim strong

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January 17, 2024

5.0

On time, good knowledge

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Professional

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Top notch surgeon

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January 03, 2024

5.0

Competency. Patience. Thoroughness of explanations. Bedside manner.

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December 20, 2023

5.0

After decades and seeing many orthopedic doctors, my knee works again

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Very personable and I felt comfortable and he explained several options available.

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December 20, 2023

5.0

I have gone to Doctor Terry before and he had my best interest in mind all the time.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Terry is a wonderful, caring and extremely talented surgeon. He helped and fixed me!! He changed the rest of my life.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

the dr was incredible. ran through the plan then had my son run through the plan

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Takes his time with his patients. On time.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Good listener, conservative plan to fix problem

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Dr Terry is awesome. His knowledge and his honesty and bedside manner are one of the best I have had. I am very lucky to have him as an ortho.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Literally went out of his way to assure me prior to the surgery. Not certain how many other physicians would have done the same.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Dr Terry is always available for his patients. He takes his time and makes each patient feel like they are special not just as a patient but as a person.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Most respect for a doctor that I met for 10 minutes. Highly impressed his Bedside Manner was one that I've never experienced. His overall treatment plan is very exciting and every question I had was answered with a respectful response.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

His excellent reputation. Very thorough.

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November 28, 2023

5.0

Great result

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November 27, 2023

5.0

He is always interested and encouraging, has great suggestions for improving mobility and extension—and he is always positive and upbeat. He makes me feel confident I can prevail successfully in this difficult rehab.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

I already have recommended him to a friend.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Doctor Terry was exceptional. He truly listened, helped me understand test results and offered 2 treatment plans.

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November 24, 2023

5.0

Professional

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November 21, 2023

5.0

Let’s see how it turns out but so far so good!

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November 20, 2023

5.0

He takes him time to explain symptoms and remedies..

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November 19, 2023

5.0

Excellent care, the entire process was very efficient!

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November 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Michael Terry is the only one I trust with my care. He treated my husband as well as did surgery on him. In my opinion he is the best orthopedic doctor / surgeon in the country. Small side note (I am a nurse who deals with all specialties of doctors and my opinion for ortho is he is the best with both bed side manner and surgical).

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Simple, he is the Best

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Trusted

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Qualifications, bedside manner and personality along his wholehearted love to make other well.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Offered options and opinions.

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November 10, 2023

5.0

Professional, helpful and kind!

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Took his time to explain the procedure and question and had a sincere Quality ..

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November 07, 2023

5.0

So far 2 weeks after surgery I have zero pain from surgery. My knee has reacted better than expected. Dr. Terry did a great job!!!

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Thorough. Efficient.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

He is simply the best.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Terry is wonderful! He has taken very good care of me and my family for years!

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November 06, 2023

5.0

He is a wonderful doctor!! I am very happy with Dr. Terry!!

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November 03, 2023

5.0

Dr Terry was great!

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November 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Terry and his team are the best. He is one of the reasons why I choose the health insurance that I have. I’m grateful for his expertise and his professional manner. He is a great role model for the students and up-and-coming doctors.

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November 01, 2023

5.0

Dr Terry is an outstanding physician. He and his staff are very thorough and make sure the patient's needs are first.

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Michael A. Terry, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

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