Michael D. Stover, MD

Michael D. Stover, MD

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine - 1990
Residency:
Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center - 1996
Fellowships:
Carolinas Medical Center - 1997
Good Samaritan Hospital - 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:
Central DuPage Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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4.9
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April 29, 2025

5.0

Great surgeon. He seems to care for his patients all around well being and has a charming sense of humor. His staff his 100% on point.

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Very good and knowledgeable doctor. Took a considerable amount of time discussing my situation.

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April 26, 2025

5.0

The doctor is knowledgeable and eager to answer my questions.

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April 25, 2025

5.0

Great team Very experienced Complete guidance starting prior to surgery and continuing after

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Perhaps the most talented and personable doctor i have encountered in my 76 years

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Great communication.

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April 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover is not only an excellent surgeon, he truly cares about his patients as individuals.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

great bedside manor, attentive and no problems at any point with surgery.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

He is the best in the business.

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April 10, 2025

5.0

He was able to help me out with a condition I had to deal with for years.

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April 09, 2025

5.0

Very professional and down to earth

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April 09, 2025

5.0

Best surgeon I've delt with

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April 08, 2025

5.0

I feel so fortunate to have Dr. Stover as my orthopedic surgeon. He is very caring. He answers all of my questions and he's very knowledgeable about hip surgery.

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April 07, 2025

5.0

He's a terrific surgeon. I've had a very successful outcome with my hip replacement. He is always available and takes the time needed to answer all my questions. Smart and courteous.

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April 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover is absolutely wonderful! I'm so glad he was able to do both my hip replacements. I couldn't have imagined a better outcome!

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April 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover was professional and personable. He is an excellent surgeon and explained everything in detail.

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March 31, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk to and straight to the point.

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Both of the doctors that I met were very friendly and personable. I really enjoyed getting their advice.

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Very good at his work and a very kind man to his patients.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover performed miraculous surgery on my left hip and pelvis. His follow-up is helpful and interesting. I feel fortunate to a beneficiary of his outstanding surgical skills.

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March 26, 2025

5.0

Best recovery I've ever had

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March 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover is the best. He is thorough, professional and the best at what he does.

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March 26, 2025

5.0

Dr Stover is an amazing doctor. He is efficient, but I have never felt rushed. He has always taken the time to listen to any of my concerns, and answer all my questions.

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March 26, 2025

5.0

Dr Stover and his team are remarkable in their care and compassion

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Stover is a "special surgeon." He listens and cares.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Reviewed injury and gave good reasoning behind forward treatment to get me back to normal. Very good taking time to give plan for treatment.

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March 15, 2025

5.0

I have done very well under his care.

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March 14, 2025

5.0

Expert medical/surgical skills, guidance & follow up care- I feel so very fortunate that my treatment & care was from him & his team!

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March 14, 2025

5.0

He's the best

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Very good communicator, and he really cares about his patients.

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March 08, 2025

5.0

He did a great job. I am pain free.

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March 07, 2025

5.0

He replaced my left hip 10 years ago. Never had a problem. Back to normal activity in a few weeks.

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March 07, 2025

5.0

He's a great doctor. Kind, good at what he does, willing to spend time with people.

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March 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover was great, & took the time to speak with me both pre & post surgery & informed me of what to expect.

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March 05, 2025

5.0

I was very nervous about the surgery. But it wasn't bad at all.

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March 05, 2025

5.0

He's compassionate

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March 05, 2025

5.0

He is very thorough and my scar is minimal.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

See above Great Doctor with a great follow up team

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March 03, 2025

5.0

See above. In addition, he treats his patients with care and explains the progression in the healing process.

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March 03, 2025

5.0

On time, spent as much time with us as needed, personable and comforting

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover is always patient and thoughtful with his patients, making sure he explains everything in a clear way and making sure patients' concerns are heard.

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February 28, 2025

5.0

He covered everything with me and I did not have to ask a question

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover is an awesome surgeon, and is highly mannerable. He makes me feel like he truly cares about my concerns. My hip is still doing amazing after my hip replacement surgery about 3 years ago.

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Trustworthy, friendly, caring

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Happy with the doctor

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February 26, 2025

5.0

He is the best and very responsive to my patient care needs

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February 25, 2025

5.0

He is well experienced and very knowledgeable.

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Excellent doc.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Best doctor ever! He is kind, caring and helped me get my life back

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Professional and great demeanor

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February 16, 2025

5.0

He's very experienced, kind, bright and smart. I put my trust in him...

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February 14, 2025

5.0

He truly cares for his patients.

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February 12, 2025

5.0

He's a straight shooter, direct, knowledgeable and has a good sense of humor.

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February 10, 2025

5.0

Good

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February 10, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and professional

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February 07, 2025

5.0

Smart informative explains everything

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February 04, 2025

5.0

excellent surgeon, good follow up

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February 03, 2025

5.0

See above. Plus, he was able to fit me in on a short notice, within a week of the injury.

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February 03, 2025

5.0

Because they care for there patients

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January 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover is compassionate, thorough and very professional. He was reccomended by a friend and I am totally thrilled I chose Dr. Stover.

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January 30, 2025

5.0

He's a great surgeon and very smart!

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January 30, 2025

5.0

He took great care of me! One week after my surgery I was able to walk without cane

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January 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover and his staff consistently exceeded my expectations. I am grateful that such professionals dedicate most of their adult lives to being able to help people like myself in times of significant need.

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January 27, 2025

5.0

Attentive, great listener, explained and diagnosed in detail

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January 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover is very knowledgeable and helped me to better understand my condition and explained what's needed to fix it. I appreciate him and look forward to having him as part of my care team.

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January 27, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and informative; takes time to make his diagnosis understandable!

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover is the best. He listens and takes a conservative approach before jumping into surgery. Yet, when surgery is needed, there's no one better in his area of expertise.

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January 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover is a brilliant surgeon who truly cares about his patients.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Stover's is the best! His extreme professionalism and kindness is a rare find. He was attentive, and thorough in explaining every detail of my diagnosis and procedure. I felt comfortable and completely at ease. I feel like I have my life back thanks to Dr. Stover and his team. His PA Jennifer Love is so sweet and caring. I highly recommend Dr. Stover to anyone seeking compassionate and expert care. I can't thank him enough.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

He cares for his patiences

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January 20, 2025

5.0

I liked his approach and how he explained everything so clearly

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant. Explained everything very well.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Cares about his patients, straight forward and tells you as it is.

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January 13, 2025

5.0

Patient. Easy to talk too explained things well.

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January 13, 2025

5.0

Highly skilled and also kind

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January 13, 2025

5.0

Good communication, good explanation of surgery . open to questions talked about recovery and help I may need

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January 09, 2025

5.0

Very personable & listens too my concerns

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January 08, 2025

5.0

A wonderful doctor, exceptionally qualified and very personable.

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January 06, 2025

5.0

I recommend Dr. Stover to any friend that I know. He is a very good doctor.

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January 03, 2025

5.0

2 successful personal surgeries and for all the other patients that I recommended to Dr Stover..

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January 03, 2025

5.0

He is the best in the business. Very detailed, and a brilliant surgeon. He's also very informative and never in a hurry with questions. Very nice man.

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December 31, 2024

5.0

Brilliant, considerate, respectful and marvelous outcome.

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December 30, 2024

5.0

Very professional.

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December 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Stover was very knowledgeable and very empathetic. He listened to my concerns and answered my questions. I am recommending him to one of my friends too. I feel very fortunate to have Dr. Stover as my orthopedic doctor. His resident who was from Vanderbilt was also very nice and helpful.

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December 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Stover was absolutely amazing! I believe that it was because of him that I was walking the day after surgery entirely on my own without any aid - even climbing stairs! I was reluctant to have the surgery done, but he was patient in explaining the pros and cons of the elective procedure.

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December 21, 2024

5.0

Love Dr. Stover

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December 17, 2024

5.0

I very much like Stover (and his PA's) communication style and efforts.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

Dr Stover and his staff were very patient with me and my concerns. On the day of my surgery, Dr Stover met with me prior to the surgery, and came to check on me post op at least two or three times.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

Dr. Stover is a wonderful surgeon!

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December 16, 2024

5.0

He is very willing to answer any questions and is very courteous and professional.

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December 15, 2024

5.0

This was an excellent experience from start to finish. Dr Stover is one of the most knowledgeable doctors that has ever treated me!!

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December 11, 2024

5.0

He is wonderful and leads a great team

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December 11, 2024

5.0

Took time to talk about interests and how it relates to my pain and lifestyle.

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December 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Stover has the same dedication as 10 years ago when he did my hip replacement. He is very knowledgeable. He is very good at communicating. I am grateful for him.

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December 03, 2024

5.0

My recovery is going faster than I anticipated. I have already recommended Dr Stover to a friend and they have book their surgery.

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Stover was very patient orientated. He and his team were always available for questions and concerns.

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December 01, 2024

5.0

thorough

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November 28, 2024

5.0

The doctor clearly explained his observations and his recommendation.

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Excellent surgeon, easy to talk to, well versed in the surgical process with stellar outcomes.

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November 25, 2024

5.0

He is very trustworthy and honest. He is an amazing surgeon. He made us feel as though we were in good hands and I believe we truly were. He cares about the patient outcomes.

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