Guido Marra, MD

Guido Marra, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

Secondary Specialty

CALL

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Arthroscopic Surgery - Shoulder
  • Arthroscopy - Elbow
  • Distal Biceps Repair
  • Elbow Disorders
  • Elbow Replacement
  • Elbow Surgery
  • Upper Extremity Surgery

Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1992
Residency:
Loyola University Medical Center - 1997
Fellowships:
New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) - 1998

Board Certifications

  • 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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

1356 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

August 27, 2022

5.0

Great physician. Knowledgeable and courteous, and friendly with patients.

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Total confidence in Dr. Mara based on his expertise and attention to patient

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August 19, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and kind to you. Takes time to answer questions

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August 18, 2022

5.0

I really like his demeanor. He’s a very humble man and I consider him the best shoulder physician in Chicago

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August 18, 2022

5.0

He’s the best surgeon

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August 18, 2022

5.0

Very professional

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Very friendly and clear in his assessment, but I just met Dr. Marra, so let’s see where things go from here!

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Very Knowledgeable and considerate.

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August 15, 2022

5.0

He is without doubt the best Shoulder doctor in Chicago.

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August 13, 2022

5.0

Painless……perfect.

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August 12, 2022

5.0

I have known Dr. Marra for 30 years, and he is an excellent surgeon. He explains everything so you can understand it, he is kind and easy to talk to.

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August 10, 2022

5.0

He was very attentive and professional

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August 10, 2022

1.0

When I finally was able to see my Dr he seemed like he was in a rush to get it over with. Not sitting down with me and explaining my options related to my injury, instead made me decide on an important decision on the spot.

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August 09, 2022

5.0

He is truthful.

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Very cordial professional bedside manor down to earth likeable Doctor

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August 01, 2022

5.0

He listened to me, and explained my heath problems clearly.

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July 28, 2022

5.0

He has a lot of experience he knows all of the procedures

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July 28, 2022

5.0

He was very nice and explain everything to me That I needed to know

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July 27, 2022

5.0

He is a shoulder expert who doesn’t push surgery for people who don’t want it.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

The best orthopedic surgeon I've ever seen and delt with. Explain my entire procedure to my understanding . Totally explain what was going to happen and what the results would be and also explained my options with and without surgery . His pre-op and post-op examinations are extremely thorough . He was available to me before and after my successful surgery, all to his credit , I personally think he is the best .

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Great Doctor

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July 26, 2022

5.0

He very much deserves a ten(10).Dr Guido Marra is the best

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Why. change !!

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July 25, 2022

5.0

I absolutely adore him, when I had a problem he didn’t turn me away he worked to find what the problem was and fix it. I would use him for anything I have that has to do with my shoulder. Period

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July 25, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, responsive and patient focused.

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July 25, 2022

5.0

They are the best!

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July 23, 2022

5.0

His personal care

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July 23, 2022

5.0

He is very kind and thorough. His PA is also very thorough and delivered my cortisone injection quickly and without discomfort.

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July 23, 2022

4.0

Knowledgeable and personable.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

The best service.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Professional, good bedside manners, reply on messages on time, experienced and knowledgeable.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Very knowlegeable and helpful. Will certainly see him again if and when needed

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July 18, 2022

5.0

Great personality, demonstrates excellent knowledge of his specialty. Makes one feel at ease. Excellent communicator.

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July 18, 2022

5.0

Great Doctor

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July 16, 2022

5.0

See above.He went above and beyond the call of duty, to take care of me.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Great bedside manner.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

He is a real expert in orthopedics of the shoulder joint. I trust his judgement.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Very patient, knowledgable and clearly explained things in terms I could understand.

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July 08, 2022

5.0

Good communication especially Cheryl who takes patients concerns seriously & I didn’t have to eat to get answers

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Got the job done, listened

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June 28, 2022

5.0

He tells exactly what you need to know about your condition and ways to help.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

I gave Dr Marra a 10 because of his knowledge and his compassion towards me as a patient. He took the time to listen and explained everything in a way that I was able to understand.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

He's a good listener.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

I have had a bad year! My husband died unexpectedly. Dr Marra was very kind! I didn’t need anything but always felt I could call at any time!

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Persona muy atenta cordial y muy professional en su profesion sabe Todo sobre su especialidad y da Mucha seguridad a sus pacientes con su carisma y amable atencion para mi fue un privilejio que el me operara de mi hombro derecho

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable in rTSA. Easy to speak with. Makes sure you understand what is going on. Great doctor/patient personality.

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June 27, 2022

5.0

Positive attitudegood communicationGREAT staff

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June 26, 2022

5.0

I had a shoulder surgery with Doctor Marra last year and I can tell that I’m Lucky to be his patient. Thanks, Doctor Marra you did a great job

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June 25, 2022

5.0

I am so impressed and grateful to Dr. Mara for accommodating me when he clearly was already extremely booked.

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June 23, 2022

5.0

He was on time, thorough, answered all of my questions, I never felt rushed, it was a very comfortable appointment.

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June 23, 2022

5.0

Personable and took time to explain

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June 22, 2022

5.0

Nice guySeems smart

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June 21, 2022

5.0

He's a pro, doesn't waste your time, informative, and an accomplished orthopedic surgeon.

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June 21, 2022

5.0

Very competentMy appointment started earlier than my scheduled start time.

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June 18, 2022

5.0

I like his knowledge of the shoulder replacement hardware etc.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

He is patient amd knowledgeable and very good.

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March 31, 2022

5.0

He’s the best!

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March 31, 2022

5.0

In addition, Dr. Marra listens tremendously well and is very caring and professional. He has tremendous compassion for his patients and the ailments they may bring.

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March 30, 2022

5.0

He is exceptional…

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March 29, 2022

5.0

He is to the point re: what needs to be done and steps to get there. Plus his staff is nice as well.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Very proffesional, expert with his position

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Really thoughtful analysis of my situation

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March 22, 2022

5.0

He was very nice and mindful of how to fix the problem.

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March 21, 2022

5.0

He is thorough in his exam, he has a calming manner and explains the problem and solutions available. He did excellent surgery for me previously and these are the reasons I am a returning patient.

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March 21, 2022

5.0

The best doctor there is.

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March 19, 2022

5.0

Listened carefully and understood the situation. Explained the various treatment options well and justified the reasoning for his advice very clearly.

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March 18, 2022

5.0

Great dr. All around

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March 18, 2022

5.0

So far going on 4 months now and recovery is getting better every month

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March 17, 2022

5.0

He's a caring & very skilled surgeon

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March 17, 2022

5.0

He’s extremely trustworthy , experienced and in my mind very honest and transparent.

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March 17, 2022

5.0

Very professional staff and quick to answer your questions

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March 15, 2022

5.0

His level of expertise, professionalism Skill bedside manner and ability to provide a top tier surgical team is on par the best ever

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March 15, 2022

5.0

Very good doctor good care all personal work at north western memorial hospital thank you very much

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Skilled surgeon Communicates wellSense of humorKind

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March 10, 2022

5.0

He is very good

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March 10, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, focused on patient needs, doesn’t go to surgery as a first option. Skilled surgeon. Listens to patients and their family.

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March 10, 2022

5.0

Wonderful surgeon.

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March 10, 2022

5.0

Very. Direct with answers

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March 10, 2022

5.0

Very caring and skilled

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March 09, 2022

5.0

His whole team is just spectacular

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Friendly, efficient

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Very competent and thorough in explaining procedure.

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March 03, 2022

5.0

He has the most pleasant manner I have ever seen. This is coming from a retired nurse. I wish all my doctors had his bedside manner.

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March 03, 2022

5.0

the best around

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February 28, 2022

5.0

I was treated with respect and compassion by Dr. Marra, and felt encouraged by his manner and his expertise.

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February 26, 2022

5.0

I have been pleased with the treatment I have received from Dr. Marra.

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February 26, 2022

5.0

The best doctor

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February 24, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable re: my pain and concerns.

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February 24, 2022

5.0

He's the best shoulder guy around. He takes his time and explains everything in simple easy to understand terms. His bedside manner is top notch.

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February 22, 2022

5.0

He put me at ease and was understanding

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February 22, 2022

5.0

Professional, experienced and with good bedside manners

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February 21, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable. Took certain blood work that the other doctor did not think about. Hopefully he can find out why I have the numbness and tingling in my hands. Also, the grinding keeping me from functioning properly.

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February 17, 2022

5.0

Good doctor

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February 17, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable real smart and checks the patient's problems very carefully and gives clear suggestions and speaks well and soft

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February 15, 2022

5.0

He's a good listener.

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February 15, 2022

5.0

I had a great result on a prior surgery done by dr Marra and , again, his competent staff at all levels were great.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

Very thorough, goes extra to make sure process is understandable and answers all questions plus allows spouse to accompany for discussion. And have had outstanding results from his treatment and surgery in the past ! Extremely trustworthy

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February 13, 2022

5.0

Quality and kindness. Willing to listen and also have his nurse come in afterwards to explain timeline of surgery and after care.

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February 12, 2022

5.0

He is efficient and listens well. He explains thoroughly.

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February 12, 2022

5.0

Very professional and caring.

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