Guido Marra, MD

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1890 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

Secondary Specialty

Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

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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

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1890 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

96 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

96 Reviews

April 28, 2024

5.0

Excellent treatment and care of patient. He listens to the patient.

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April 28, 2024

5.0

excellent care, his rapport with me as a patient

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April 27, 2024

5.0

Dr Marra is an excellent and caring physician. Dr. Marra listens to a patientâ€™s concerns and questions and gives clear and concise information when responding

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Professionalism and expertise are TOP

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Smart, caring and very practical!

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra is great he listens to your questions. I have been seeing him for years and had four surgeries. I have faith in him.

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April 25, 2024

5.0

He was kind, considerate and explained my situation in terms I could understand.

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Doctor Marra explained everything to me in detail

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra to me cares about his patients I feel that I have nothing to worry about my surgery

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April 23, 2024

5.0

He is attentive and great bedside manner.

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Great his work and a proffesional all the way.

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April 21, 2024

5.0

Experience, efficiency, care

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable Very patient Speaks to me and not at me Kind Excellent surgeon Provides options for your care and explains why one may be better than the other I trust him

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Takes the time to explain the full scope of treatment. From surgery to recovery.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra is a highly-qualified surgeon but also open to discuss options if care. He runs his appointments on time while also taking the time to be through and answer questions. He is kind and genuine interested in patient care.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

He is very caring and takes time to explain everything so the patient understands.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Very professional and explained everything clearly

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April 16, 2024

5.0

He listened very carefully, had a great bedside manner and is extremely knowledgeable about my type of injury. He provided very helpful and useful information concerning my options moving forward.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Excellent results from 2 shoulder replacement surgeries. He gives enough time to explain and answers my questions. I feel confident about his expertise and he has a good bedside manner.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Simply the best.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Most orthopedic doctors I have been to have absolutely no bedside manner. Itâ€™s this is the problem, this is what we need to do to fix it. Dr. Marra seemed genuinely concerned and took the time to listen to my concerns.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

excellent and caring surgeon.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Dr Marra is a wonderful professional and excellent person

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manner

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April 04, 2024

5.0

He's a nice guy. Busy too.

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April 04, 2024

5.0

See above. Dr Marra goes above and beyond

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and great personality.

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Very professional

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Friendly and reassuring

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April 02, 2024

5.0

he's the best

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Caring, kind, made sure I understood all my options

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s not in a rush to get to a surgical solution.

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March 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra is a very kind caring and compassionate doctor takes the time to explain the issue and gives you options for treatment if there is more than one option and explain each one very thoroughly

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March 28, 2024

5.0

He's just a good person & Doctor.

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March 28, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra is thorough and allows time to get my input about my treatment plan. He is great at listening and understanding my concerns.

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March 28, 2024

5.0

Loved his mannerisms. Very professional and calming to his patients

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March 28, 2024

4.0

Highly regarded and recommended as best upper extremity surgeon

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March 28, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra is the best orthopedic surgeon that I have had the pleasure of dealing with. He is also the most knowledgeable Doctor that I was lucky enough to be my surgeon. He is extremely patient and there to answer any questions you may have. Dr. Marra is an A+ Surgeon and I would recommend him to everyone. I have already given 2 people his name and number.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Best Doctor who take time to speak about the issue and solution

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Dr Marra and his colleague Dr [ ] were attentive and professional and explained the condition of my shoulder completely. I have complete confidence in their assessment of my arthritic shoulder.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Because I know that he is a great well doctor and well trusted.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Dr very much informative to me.

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March 23, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra is a great doctor and have excellent knowledge. He was able to answer all of my questions regarding my shoulder so I can better understand issues I have

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March 22, 2024

5.0

I trust his judgment

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March 22, 2024

4.0

He explained everything well

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Expert in his field

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Good doctor. Really knows his profession

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and trustworthy. Hoping for a successful surgery

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Gentle, kind, helpful, honest knowledgeable Doctor

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March 20, 2024

5.0

It was pretty obvious to him what I had almost immediately. It was clear that he had arrived at a diagnosis, but instead of ending the evaluation he asked a 2 dozen more questions. I always feel like he has time for me, and that he is relentlessly thorough about his investigation before he comes to any conclusion

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra knew exactly what to do to help me. This was my third shoulder replacement, and so far, so good!!

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Caring and thoughtful.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

He's the man! Thorough, professional and knows his stuff. Took questions after his diagnosis. Great office etiquette and staff.

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March 10, 2024

5.0

He listens to my concerns, provides solutions, very kind and most of all very knowledgeable!

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March 08, 2024

5.0

I love Dr Marra! Heâ€™s my favorite orthopedic surgeon. Heâ€™s so kind, thorough and explains my health issues in a manner I can wrap my head around.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Very professional, friendly, and a great surgeon

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Extremely professional / knowledgeable/ excellent communication skills easy to talk to

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March 05, 2024

5.0

He went through the MRI with and totally explained the damage to my labrum and described the options available. I really felt good with how he communicated with me.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

so smart and cares about his patients

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra is a very good person. He cares about his patients and takes his time to listen to your concerns. Dr Marra is really knowledgeable and highly skillful orthopedic surgeon. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a orthopedic surgeon.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Very professional, caring, friendly and awesome doctor!!ðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘

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March 03, 2024

5.0

Bedside matter is outstanding.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Best surgeon around

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Very friendly and understanding and knowledgeable

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Marra is the finest surgeon I have ever dealt with. Not just a great doctor but also a really good person. I will always recommend Dr Marra to even those out of state. I believe it would be well worth the trip.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Marra had previously done a rotator surgery on my right arm over14 years ago. Dr Marra is the only surgeon I would allow too do any shoulder surgery on me, he is the very very best Dr. and surgeon I would ever trust. North Western Hospital should be proud to have Dr Marra!!!!

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February 29, 2024

5.0

I was so impressed with his knowledge and problem solving

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February 29, 2024

5.0

He listens

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Explained the surgery and took time to clearly answer my questions.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

For your security that speaks and gives us a lot of confidence

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, not in a rush and very deliberate

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra did a previous surgery and I trust his judgement.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

He carefully explained my options given my condition and age. I have great trust in him.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

So far so good I do think he listens

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February 26, 2024

5.0

he is very knowledgeable

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra and staff are competent, compassionate and caring!

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February 20, 2024

5.0

He is very attentive to our needs and explains very well what the procedure is about.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

I could not be more pleased with my surgery. Dr. Marra clearly explained options, the surgery, once I decided to have it, expectations and next steps. He always answers questions patiently and thoroughly.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Great knowledge and bedside manners

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Very informative, & great inter-personal skills!

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Good doctor

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February 03, 2024

5.0

Expertise and communication skills.

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February 02, 2024

5.0

Dr Guido Marra is a very kind and caring physician who is passionate about his work and always offers the patient all options for treatment along with his recommendation for the best possible outcome of their condition

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February 02, 2024

5.0

I found him to the most caring, courteous and polite person. Listen to the patientâ€™s problems and issues before giving advice.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s got a very calm demeanor and his PA is the same. They both explained everything and what steps would be taken.

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra is a very skilled and caring surgeon.

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January 31, 2024

5.0

For your professionalism

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Very professional and friendly

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January 30, 2024

5.0

He told me my options and suggested I first try cortisone injection instead of surgery.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

He doesn't treat you like a number. He treats you very well! He cares very much about his patients. He shakes hands. He makes sure you understand everything. No matter how many questions you have. He's so caring. Please let him know what I said n how I feel.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra and his staff are excellent! He is an excellent surgeon. He never makes me feel rushed when at my appointments. He listens to my concerns and patiently answers all of my questions.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Caring and knowledgeable. He was gentle with my sore arm and took time to explain and answer my questions.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Very good surgeon, and his team takes good care of you after surgery.

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January 21, 2024

5.0

Easy going doc.

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January 20, 2024

5.0

Again him and his PA staff are very attentive, very thorough and take their time explaining

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Friendly, easy to understand

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January 18, 2024

5.0

He always explains everything, answers my questions and listens to my concerns.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Marra is totally professional, skilled, competent. He explains his diagnosis and allows for patient input on treatment plan.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

GREAT CARE!!

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Dr Marra is great, I felt very comfortable under his care. He helped me so much

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