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

Media

Meet The Doctor 1:56
Meet The Doctor
March 03, 2014

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 

1365 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

August 31, 2022

5.0

Great empathy

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August 31, 2022

5.0

If someone has a major shoulder issue, I would recommend him

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. Marra takes the time to listen and reassure. He explains what is going on and what steps can be taken to achieve more progress.

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Dr Marra worked with another surgeon (who practices @ Mayo Clinic - Rochester) that I know very well & that was very comforting.

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August 27, 2022

5.0

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

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August 27, 2022

5.0

Excellent, experienced surgeon

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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

Dr. Marra is friendly, very informative, patient, transparent & trustworthy. He will tell you his recommendation & takes the time to explain it to you as well.

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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 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 17, 2022

5.0

Explained procedure and instructed to do deep breathing in a certain pattern for the steroid injection.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

A very caring and concerned doctor

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Exceptional doctor

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Very Knowledgeable and considerate.

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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

Dr. Marra was very attentive and professional in his advice and hopefully by following it, my problem will be alleviated.

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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

Answered all my questions and was very patient.

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August 13, 2022

5.0

Because of his expertise.

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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 11, 2022

5.0

Dr Marra is excellent surgeon explains what he is doing. His PA Amy is fantastic she is his right hand person. Always does exam prior to seeing the dr.

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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 10, 2022

5.0

He was very attentive and professional

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August 09, 2022

5.0

A+ In my book

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Very cordial professional bedside manor down to earth likeable Doctor

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August 09, 2022

5.0

He is truthful.

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August 03, 2022

5.0

Doctor that communicates well with patient. Am happy with elbow replacement that he did for me. Because of Covid and recovery from dislocated knee cap, this surgery was put on hold. Am grateful that he has helped me get back to normal.

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August 01, 2022

5.0

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

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August 01, 2022

5.0

Dr told me what I needed to know.

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July 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. Marra is knowledgeable and personable. He spoke with me before and after surgery and provided a timely update to my two sons.

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July 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. MARRA is a very kind compassionate exceptional surgeon and physician. Dr. MARRA tries to insure that the patient understands their medical condition and the options for treatment from conservative to surgery and recovery.

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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

Dr. Marra quickly diagnosed my shoulder issue. He had a plan for treatment and was clear in his presentation of what he thought needed to be done. I was pleased with my follow up treatments and visits.

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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 28, 2022

5.0

Easy to talk to and understanding my situation. He explains the situation and shows how to improve it.

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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

Why. change !!

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Friendly and knowledgeabld He takes the time to answer questions

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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 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

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 23, 2022

5.0

His personal care

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July 22, 2022

5.0

excellent, experienced surgeon

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July 21, 2022

5.0

Dr. Marra is very concerned with my recovery and making sure that my progress is just where it should be.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

Dr Marra cares about his patients.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

The best service.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Excelente doctor

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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 19, 2022

5.0

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

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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

Dr. Marra and his staff always provide the best care while considering my unique needs. He truly has the patients best interest in mind when diagnosing and planning treatment. Dr. Marra is the best of the best.

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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 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. Mara took me as a patient even though his schedule was full and I will be forever grateful.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Dr Mora is an absolute professional everything he does is very good and his bedside manners are excellent he's just an all-around good person would recommend him to anyone

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July 14, 2022

5.0

Dr Marra is very cordial and professional.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

Best doctor

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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 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 11, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor!!

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Above statement for this also. Just friendly and knowledgeable. Put me at ease immediately

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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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July 08, 2022

5.0

Doctor Marro listens when I have questions and doesn’t rush me through my appointments.

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July 05, 2022

5.0

An excellent doctor, friendly, personable, highly recommended.

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Excellent surgeon and a kind person

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. MARRA is a highly skilled kind caring and compassionate physician and surgeon and always ensures the patient is comfortable and knowledgeable about treatment and care options

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Marra is extremely knowledgeable and helpful.

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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 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

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 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

A skilled clinician and teacher. Helped me understand my medical condition and gave me to understand that treatment was available to help me deal with my impairment.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Dr is excellent.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

He's a good listener.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Got the job done, listened

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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 27, 2022

5.0

Positive attitude good communication GREAT 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 25, 2022

5.0

Considerate and friendly physician.

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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

First time meeting him, very nice, very knowledgeable. Took time to find the problem and the research needed. He did tests that other doctors did not do. He didn't throw u off to the side and say I can't help u anymore, which my last experience with another doctor did. I have confidence in Dr. Marra. He's trying to fix my shoulders that the other doctors messed up. I so appreciate that because my job requires me to use my shoulders. I give him so much credit. Thank u for helping me.

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June 23, 2022

5.0

Explained everything throughout

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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 guy Seems smart

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June 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Marra fix both of my arms due to a fall accident Thanks DR Marra so much & Thank you too the staff also ??

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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 competent My 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 17, 2022

5.0

Doctor Marra has been one of the best doctors I’ve had. I’ve been with him for 12 years and he’s the only doctor I will allow to do my shoulders. Great bedside manners all around a wonderful doctor.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

He is patient amd knowledgeable and very good.

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