Kevin D. Hardt, MD

Kevin D. Hardt, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Joint Replacement & Adult Reconstruction Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Indiana University School of Medicine - 2009
Residency:
University of Chicago - 2014
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2015

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant 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

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4.9
4.9 

1016 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

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100 Most Recent Reviews

March 25, 2022

5.0

Nice professional doctor.

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March 24, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hardt explained everything completely, had a great bedside manner, and answered all of my questions.

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March 23, 2022

5.0

He is a very kind Doctor explain very nice the problem and he is very good surgeon

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March 23, 2022

5.0

He is on point with my medical needs.

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March 22, 2022

5.0

I've seen about 5 orthopedic physicians. Dr Hardt is the only doctor able to relieve my pain.

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and thorough with meeting my needs.

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March 16, 2022

5.0

Has solid knowledge of my condition, explains options for treatment and recommendations to maintain quality of life.

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March 16, 2022

5.0

This is only after one meeting but he was recommended to me by Dr Brander, who o trust completely and he seemed to be extremely competent.

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March 13, 2022

5.0

His manor with me and my wife as a patient

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March 12, 2022

5.0

Great Dr

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March 11, 2022

5.0

He has very good bedside manners .

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March 09, 2022

4.0

Same. I feel he's competent but I don't like that I was initially seen one hour after scheduled appointment time, and was left in the examining room for 45 minutes with no update after having been told the doctor would be in shortly.

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March 09, 2022

5.0

He is very attentive, with a great bedside manner. He listens to his patients.

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March 07, 2022

5.0

Concern competence and focus on the patient

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March 07, 2022

5.0

Very professional and kind and explains everything to a patient doesn't give a excuses or any other lie

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March 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Is very caring and spends time with his patients. Put me at ease

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March 07, 2022

5.0

Did a great job

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March 06, 2022

5.0

He’s very he’s people friendly easy to talk to explains everything very thorough and that’s what people should be looking for with a physician instead of in an out like a revolving door

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March 04, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hardt and the resident took time to explain and answer questions. I have not had surgery yet, but anticipate it will be as expected.

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March 04, 2022

5.0

i would totally recommend him like 100%

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March 04, 2022

5.0

He is attentive and caring about my well being.

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March 03, 2022

5.0

Knee replacement successful

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March 02, 2022

5.0

Concerned and diligent. Caring and compassionate

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March 02, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hardt is easy to talk to and explain problems I’m having, knowing I have a large tendency to elaborate on details.

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February 24, 2022

5.0

He was very nice and explained all options and explained what was going on with my knee and what needs to be done to fix it.

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February 20, 2022

5.0

He was very thorough, answered all of my questions, and was very kind and reassuring.

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February 17, 2022

5.0

Great personality, takes time to answer questions.

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February 16, 2022

5.0

It made me comfortable He showed that he cared about me as individual

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February 16, 2022

5.0

Very caring

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February 16, 2022

5.0

Seems to be Avery confident and kind doctor. Good patient manners.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

He’s very polite, knowledgeable of his area of medicine. And the patient know he has your best interest at heart. I like the comfortability he makes you feel when discussing you health issues. And what’s the best you course of action to take. To get you healthier, and what you think as the patient. Love Live Love this.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

I like how he is very professional, spent time and listened to my fears about my surgery.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

He was very professional, personable, knowledgeable, and I enjoyed my experience with him.

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February 07, 2022

5.0

I've been dealing with infection for over a year from previous surgeon, and Dr. Hardt cured me in under three months

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February 05, 2022

5.0

Best orthopedic surgeon ever! He gave me back my mobility, he is my hero. So many other surgeons said no surgery, that it would not make a difference, Dr. Hardt proved them wrong!

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February 02, 2022

5.0

He’s always good

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February 02, 2022

4.0

He was highly recommended by Dr. Terry.

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February 02, 2022

5.0

The best

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February 02, 2022

5.0

His demeanor and really spent time with me and patiently answered my many questions. I would highly recommend him- professional, kind, knowledgeable and put me at ease

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January 31, 2022

5.0

He is patient great listener and great at explaining every detail

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January 27, 2022

5.0

Took time to explain in detail Answered every question

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January 27, 2022

5.0

He seems solid. We communicated pretty well.

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January 26, 2022

5.0

After 21 years he was the only doctor that operated on my knee finally I will be able to walk again

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January 25, 2022

5.0

Very caring and explains everything well

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Professionalism, courtesy

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Again Dr Hardt is very caring and comes straight to the point.

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January 20, 2022

5.0

Very professional and easy to talk to. He answered all my questions in a matter I could understand and relate to.

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January 19, 2022

5.0

He is an good doctor and take care of all his clients and give good advice

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January 19, 2022

4.0

He seemed very competent. He has not operated on me yet.

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January 19, 2022

5.0

Wonderful Dr. Very caring and really knowing his field.

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January 18, 2022

5.0

He was very helpful in explaining all the options for treatment of my knee

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January 17, 2022

5.0

He deserves it!

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January 16, 2022

5.0

He got me a new knee, and it's working great. What's not to like about that?

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January 16, 2022

5.0

he was great came highly recommended thorough caring efficient!

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January 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hardt is very patient. He takes his time to explain his treatment plan to me. He listens to my concerns and always make sure that ok with his recommendations . He is truly an amazing doctor

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January 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hardt is a great addition to Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

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January 15, 2022

5.0

Always kind and explains why I need the knee intervention, etc. He listens.

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January 14, 2022

5.0

Outstanding care!

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January 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hardt is the best Knee Surgeon and came recommended to my by another wonderful sports doctor and a PT expert. His PreOp and PostOp care is outstanding. He is clear in his communication and very supportive throughout the process.

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January 12, 2022

5.0

He listens to me and explainis well what needs to be done and why

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January 10, 2022

5.0

Again I feel like I am with someone who knows people and what is best for you.

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January 10, 2022

5.0

Excellent surgeon wit a wonderful bedside manner.

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January 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hardt has a terrific personality, is very thorough, and he has my full confidence!

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January 09, 2022

5.0

Dr Hardt is overall a great Dr and I trust him with my care

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January 07, 2022

5.0

Always willing to listen and doesn’t rush you like some physicians do. Explains things so that you can understand what is happening or what had happened.

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January 07, 2022

5.0

Explains procedure well, follows up.

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January 07, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable. I feel very comfortable with him as my doctor

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January 05, 2022

5.0

Competent—-thorough—thoughtful

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January 03, 2022

5.0

He’s awesome. Not rushed, answered all my questions.

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December 27, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hardt is very thorough and looks at every aspect of the body, not just the hip and knee.

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December 26, 2021

5.0

Great sense of humor friendly and caring.

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December 24, 2021

5.0

Kind and interested. Answered all questions with authority

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December 22, 2021

5.0

Great doctor, knowledgeable, experienced, and kind.

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Dr Hardt has always been a good listener to all my concerns about my diagnosis and has also the patience to explain and go through the testing and imaging with me,never makes you feel rushed.

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December 19, 2021

5.0

Caring

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December 19, 2021

5.0

He paid attention extremely to every details before and after the operation. I believe that he is very skillful in such operations. I started to walk without any assistance and walkers after one week and had never felt any pains at all.

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December 17, 2021

5.0

Interested shared information well skill rated highly

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December 17, 2021

5.0

I have the utmost trust & respect for Kevin Hart, MD. I was so apprehensive and fearful of having my knee surgery. He assured me and did a fantastic job.

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December 15, 2021

5.0

I know several nurses that work in hospital and recovery. They all recommended him when I was looking for a knee guy. He is friendly and knows what he is talking about. Not pushy to go to surgery. Explains things and answers my questions.

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December 14, 2021

5.0

Because he did a great job on a 75 year old knee. He always listens and is kind.

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December 14, 2021

5.0

Dr Hardt was terrific. Got to the point of my condition. Answered all my questions. Shared insights specific to my surgery.

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Communicates well. Prepared for my appointment. I didn’t have to repeat my health history, he had already studied it on line and could talk about it authoritively. He is extremely talented in reconstruction his surgery. Communicates in layman’s terms.

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December 12, 2021

5.0

The first doctor in 21 that told me yes I can operate your knees

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December 10, 2021

5.0

Obviously, he is an excellent surgeon. He also has a very direct and open manner, answers questions, explains terms, and gives me a good picture of what is going on during follow-up. I think the fact that I'm very compliant in PT and work hard at getting stronger and reducing my residual pain helps our conversations. And he actually laughs with me occasionally.

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December 10, 2021

5.0

Professional, personable, caring.

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December 08, 2021

5.0

Just consultation

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December 06, 2021

5.0

I've researched his credentials, had enough visits with Dr Hardt to know he really is more than good at what he does. He scores high with me at every level of medical care.

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December 06, 2021

5.0

He is the BEST!!!!!!!

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December 05, 2021

4.0

Was confident with him but did not have more interaction with him

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December 03, 2021

5.0

Thorough

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December 03, 2021

5.0

Answered all my questions. Knowledgeable and good communicator. Professional, attentive, very personable. Was very impressed and pleased with the visit and interaction.

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November 28, 2021

5.0

Good listening skills, good use of time, direct, to the point, team leadership skills.

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November 24, 2021

5.0

Great care

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November 22, 2021

5.0

He doesn’t make you feel rushed and answers all your questions. Good bedside manner

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November 19, 2021

5.0

HE IS VERY KIND AND PROFESSIONAL.

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November 17, 2021

5.0

Explained options clearly

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November 17, 2021

5.0

He was very competent and very nice. Didn’t feel rushed. Answered all of my questions.

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August 30, 2021

5.0

Excellent doctor and surgeon

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August 30, 2021

5.0

He is the best

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August 29, 2021

4.0

Dr. Hardtop seems to be very knowledgeable.

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