Insurance
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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:
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MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1992
- Residency:
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Loyola University Medical Center - 1997
- Fellowships:
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New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) - 1998
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Board Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
August 10, 2022
1.0 star star_border star_border star_border star_borderWhen 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.
August 03, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDoctor 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.
July 29, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. 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.
July 28, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. 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.
July 27, 2022
5.0 star star star star starThe 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 .
July 18, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. 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.
June 28, 2022
5.0 star star star star starPersona 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
June 23, 2022
5.0 star star star star starFirst 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.
June 17, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDoctor 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.
Disclosures
Industry Relationships
Consulting / Related Activities
Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities
- Zimmer, Inc.
Service on Board of Directors
Faculty member served in a fiduciary capacity, such as a board member/director, officer, or trustee, for the following companies or other entities
- Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons
- Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
External Professional Relationships
Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.