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William R. Sterba, MD

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Joint Replacement & Adult Reconstruction Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Tulane University School of Medicine - 2000
Residency:: Henry Ford Hospital/ Wayne State University - 2005
Fellowships:: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston - 2006

Board Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (Certified)
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Northwestern Medicine Surgery Center

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

2655 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

So professional and concerned

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April 29, 2025

5.0

He provides the best care, interest in patients needs and medical information to help you make the right decision.

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April 29, 2025

5.0

This was just a consultation. He was very good about explaining everything to me. I felt no pressure to have surgery. He pointed out different options I could try.

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April 26, 2025

5.0

He knows exactly what he is doing! He is humble, yet enthusiastic and passionate about the surgery he will perform.

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April 25, 2025

5.0

A thorough, detailed, honest visit

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April 25, 2025

5.0

Short wait time concerning staff

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Explained how surgery would work. However, he is booked 5 months out...that's a long time.

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Personable. Took the time to discuss my options.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

Very personal and he really cared about what your concerns were

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and kind.

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April 15, 2025

5.0

I think he's an orthopedic genius. minimal pain and fast recovery

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Sterba was thorough and answered all of my concerns. He was also reassuring that my issues could be resolved with surgery.

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April 13, 2025

5.0

He showed me everything that I needed to have a knee replacement. He showed me the MRI and exactly what was wrong with my knee and how he was going to fix it.

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April 13, 2025

5.0

He is wonderful! Kind, caring, professional, so skillful and a good listener who answers questions. You never feel rushed.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Sterba takes the time to talk with you as a person not just a patient

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Addressed all my concerns.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Sterba was very thorough, knowledgeable, and open to all of our questions. He looked into something other than my major concern and that turned out to be the issue. I've seen 3 other orthopedic surgeons over 20+ years and none of them looked further into the cause.

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April 05, 2025

5.0

Excellent surgeon. He and staff kept family member informed.

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April 03, 2025

5.0

Did a perfect job on my knee

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Quick service.

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March 29, 2025

5.0

I personal feel that Doctor William Streba has no equal. Northwestern Medicine and myself are blessed beyond measure to have him.

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Nice and gave me different options.

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March 26, 2025

5.0

Comes highly recommended for knee surgery. Great office visit_felt heard and answered all my questions in a thorough and thought way.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

The first surgery went so smoothly and so did the recovery.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Great success in the past with him and confident left knee will go well as before. Nice man and great bedside manner

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March 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Sterba was attentive, he listened, he validated my reasons for visit, I have been frustrated trying all types of solutions for my arthritic knees, moving forward...

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March 22, 2025

5.0

He is really good

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March 22, 2025

5.0

Explained my care to me thoroughly

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Many people recommended Dr. Sterba. He took the time to explain and go over details regarding my up coming surgery.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Sterba was recommended to me several years ago for knee replacements. I was very satisfied with his manner and his care and my replacement has proven to substantiate the positive recommendation.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Doctor Sterba is very helpful and easy to talk to. I couldn't be more pleased with my surgeries.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Sterba explained the issue regarding my hip problem in simple terms & went over my X-ray with me. He took time to answer all my questions & actually listen to my concerns.

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March 19, 2025

5.0

He is the best and I will be coming back to have my other knee done soon

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Very attentive Educated me on what to expect and the procedure Listens which is very important!!

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Efficient, good communicators, highly recommended (Dr W Sterba)

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March 18, 2025

5.0

He was professional and knowledgeable about my condition. He explained every thing thoroughly and answered all of my questions.

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March 16, 2025

5.0

He is so kind, knowledgeable and communicates well with the patient and family.

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March 15, 2025

5.0

Listened to my concerns

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March 14, 2025

5.0

Was clear about whether I needed surgery and allowed me to talk freely about my needs and concerns

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March 12, 2025

5.0

Very polite, ,listened to my concerns. Short wait time.

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March 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Sterba took his time to examine my knee and explain how the knee should work and what could be causing the pain since receiving my injury. He was not rushed to get to the next person.

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March 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Sterba answered all my questions

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March 11, 2025

5.0

Yes Dr Sterba is a very highly skilled and a caring surgeon!

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March 11, 2025

5.0

Excellent

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Sterba very knowledgeable with a calming bedside manner. Always takes time to explain procedures thoroughly and prognosis. Answers all questions and concerns

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March 09, 2025

5.0

He is very professional, patient and care.

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March 08, 2025

5.0

Honest, caring, trusting Straight to the point

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March 07, 2025

5.0

Dt Sterba is so chill!!! He is so kind and understanding.He is very knowledgeable and confident and wants the best outcome for his pts.Dr.Sterba is the best!

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. William Sterba is the best. His experience and expertise always assure you that he will get to the source of your pain. His reputation as a surgeon is stellar and sought after by his patients. He really listens and gives you some possible solutions to your concerns. He also explains things so well.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Friendly, competent, explains patient's condition and recommendation

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March 05, 2025

5.0

ANSWERED ALL QUESTIONES. NOT RUSHED. We'll organized team..

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March 05, 2025

5.0

Very through

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March 04, 2025

5.0

He is a good listener and has an excellent reputation.

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March 01, 2025

5.0

His skills as a surgeon are beyond any expectation I could have hoped for. He and his staff take excellent and compassionate care of their patients.

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February 27, 2025

5.0

Extremely personable, caring, compassionate and competent.

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February 27, 2025

5.0

Informative, very friendly explained all options

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Highly recommended from previous Dr [last name] who did my first knee replacement in December 2020 After todays appointment I felt very confident and we established a game plan for the other knee All professional and instilled confidence

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Very good results and follow up

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Sterba and his team provided excellent treatment for my knee replacement.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor

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February 22, 2025

5.0

Listens to my concerns in a friendly professional way

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Great doc

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February 18, 2025

5.0

He really knows his craft to perfection!

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February 18, 2025

5.0

From what I observed, he is very precise and highly competent.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

I'm pain free.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Great doctor - extremely knowledgeable. Willing to sit and answer all of my questions. Great results.

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February 17, 2025

5.0

He knows his stuff but doesn't use presssure.

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February 17, 2025

5.0

Dr Sterba is a highly recommended surgeon but without the attitude some doctors have. Very down to earth and personable.

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February 14, 2025

5.0

Competent, caring, excellent listener, and wants his patients to be well and better for the surgery.

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February 14, 2025

5.0

Outstanding doctor

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February 14, 2025

5.0

Very professional. Nice pleasant personality.

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February 13, 2025

5.0

He is a excellent Sergeant

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February 13, 2025

5.0

He's brilliant and kind. He made me feel safe.

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February 13, 2025

5.0

Great reputation, listens and explains everything well.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Sterba listens to me, provides information and answers all my questions in clear and easy to understand language.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

Results are excellent-dr sterba explained the procedure and gave me confidence to have the surgery-never doubted the outcome

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February 11, 2025

5.0

Superb orthopedic doc

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February 08, 2025

5.0

I have recommended Dr. Sterba to all family and friends needing such joints replaced! He is a rock star *!

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Thorough and efficient

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Hey was friendly and open to answering my many questions.

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February 05, 2025

5.0

Knew him from previous surgeries, still an excellent doctor.

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Great doctor. good partial knee replacement.

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February 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Sterba is very knowledgeable, caring,he listens and gives the best medical advise! His surgical skills are amazing!! I had a very complicated knee revision in March 2024 no complications!

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February 02, 2025

5.0

Very nice guy

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January 30, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and attentive. Explained details fully. Answered questions completely.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Very professional and friendly

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Very through and explained everything

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Sterba is excellent in surgery and seeing him in his office before and post opt

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January 28, 2025

5.0

He took very good care of me

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January 25, 2025

5.0

I appreciate his high skill set, as my surgeon, performing my LH total knee replacement.

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January 25, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable in the area of care he specializes in.

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January 24, 2025

5.0

Thorough, patient and discusses my options.

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Professional!

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Excellent surgeon

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January 18, 2025

5.0

He is excellent all around. No doubt about it.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Excellent care and excellent surgeon. Easy to talk to and great care. His staff is excellent

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January 15, 2025

5.0

He definitely is very knowledgeable and caring

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Wm. Sterba is a very caring Person first, then a very caring surgeon second.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Dr Sterba was also personable, took time to explain the X-rays and options for me.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

His professional demeanor and explanation of the procedure was exceptional. My hip replacement was Dec.30 and it has been creepy but pain free. I expect a fantastic recovery.

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