Tyler R. Koski, MD

Tyler R. Koski, MD

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Spine Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Craniovertebral Junction Disorders
  • Spinal Congenital Disease
  • Spinal Deformities
  • Spine Degenerative Disease
  • Spine Revision Surgery
  • Spine Surgery
  • Spine Trauma
  • Spine Tumors

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine - 2000
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2006

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurological 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
Delnor Hospital
Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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April 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Koski is very good at what he does.

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April 28, 2024

5.0

He was very informative and professional

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April 27, 2024

5.0

He instills confidence and compassion. He is unassuming and personable. As a retired operating room nurse, I've know many surgeons and find Dr Koski is easy to talk to and would be easy to work with.

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April 25, 2024

5.0

This was my 3rd and most extensive spinal fusion. This was also the most thorough process from initial evaluation - pre-surgery- surgery - immediate recovery - late recovery.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

He is a brilliant and talented surgeon. And I feel like he saved my life.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Previous care by him

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April 23, 2024

5.0

caring, compassionate

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April 23, 2024

5.0

He is a brilliant surgeon.

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April 21, 2024

5.0

He is, as above, both knowledgeable and a good communicator

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April 21, 2024

5.0

Skill, knowledge and personality

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April 21, 2024

5.0

Again he knew exactly how debilitating it is for me to stand walk and breathe at the same time.

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April 17, 2024

5.0

Very experienced doctor that lets you hear the truth no matter how bad.

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April 17, 2024

5.0

He cares about the patients. He is a excellent surgeon

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April 13, 2024

5.0

He is knowledgeable, thorough and attentive. Putting aside his skill which is equal to none he treated me as an important and worthy patient

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April 13, 2024

5.0

Knows medicine very well

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April 10, 2024

5.0

His knowledge and bedside manners are outstanding

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski is a very talented man. The relief I have experienced is because I've been cared for by him. He is also kind, warmhearted and a generous man. I am very grateful to Dr. Koski for everything he has done for me. I'm looking forward to a successful recovery because of him and highly recommend him to anyone with spinal problems.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Honest above board real

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April 09, 2024

5.0

He's the best. Talks to you and listens

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Bedside manner and skill

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April 09, 2024

5.0

I can't say enough about him! He has an amazing team!

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Because hw did successful cervical sergery

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Tyler Koski is an artist and genius. My entire back proves it. All pain previous to my massive back rework by Dr. Koski are gone.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Excellent bedside manner and very clear explanation was provided of diagnosis and care options

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor!

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March 20, 2024

5.0

he had a plan and explained it very good and had a lot of good recommendations

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March 19, 2024

5.0

I would give him a 100 if that was possible. Smart, perfectionist, personable and well run office.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski is an excellent practitioner who seems genuinely interested in my medical issues.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

He came highly recommended by another very good neurosurgeon.Besides being a world class neurosurgeon dr [ ] is also a professor

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Caring, responsive, efficient, knowledgeable health care provider who conveys information at a level of understanding for the patient. He has extensive experience to care for patients with spine issues.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Bright intelligent sincere

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski gave me my life back when I had my first back surgery 10 years ago & last year when I had cervical spine surgery.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Well, I initially saw Dr. Koski 20+ years ago for an evaluation. He told me to be in no hurry to have surgery. Today, 20+ years later, he still is in. No hurry to do surgery.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Dr Koski explained the procedure, explained possible outcomes and help manage my expectations. He put extra time into the procedure and I'm more than pleased with the results a year later.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

I knew my back surgery was going to be complicated and extensive damages down along Spine. Dr. Koski been working with me the last two years The surgery was success I've had no substantial pain in the areas that I previously had for years Dr. Koski made it all happen

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Excellent experience in the past .

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March 03, 2024

5.0

He's the Best !!!!

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March 02, 2024

5.0

Top guy!!!

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February 28, 2024

5.0

I have worked with some amazing teams at Northwestern but his is one of the best. Personable yet straightforward. He really stresses the importance of what he's saying and gives more than enough detail of why. He and his team are doctors who I think are very good people outside of the office which is such an appreciated quality!

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Simply the best! Extremely knowledgeable and expierienced. Provides all information regarding the problem and corrective measures. Very reassuring.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Great listening and explanation skills of my concerns

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Top in his field!

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Expertise, excellent "bedside manner", listens thoughtfully to the patient.

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February 25, 2024

5.0

Excellent work. Very personable.

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February 25, 2024

5.0

From the first meeting, Dr Koski made me comfortable with his expertise. He reviewed tests and recommended a surgery that would relieve my pain. Dr Koski explained how the surgery would be performed and laid out what to expect during my post-surgery recovery. A very kind and caring doctor with a fantastic staff.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

The best spine doctor/surgeon in the state of Illinois

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February 20, 2024

5.0

He listened, and was confident, competent and caring yet decisive about what should happen.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

He ensures that I fully understand what is involved in my surgery, and his staff is amazing and caring.

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February 17, 2024

5.0

Surgeon was great at explaining the operation. He did a very good careful job.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Koski is the best: thoughtful, patient, and obviously extremely expert. I feel so fortunate to have him as my doctor.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

I felt very much at homri

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Very thorough!

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Personable very through

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February 13, 2024

5.0

One of the few surgeons of my acquaintance who is a terrific communicator and a suberbly talented surgeon

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February 11, 2024

5.0

I respect his expertise and experience and feel confident that I have chosen the best surgeon for my surgery. He & his staff have taken the time to explain the procedure for me. They have told me what it involves & why each step is necessary.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Absolutely the best in every way.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Worked a miracle on my husband!!

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February 06, 2024

5.0

In my opinion, Dr Koski is the best spinal surgeon in the world. Great to talk to and obviously knows his stuff but explained what will be happening during the surgeries, the whole nine yards. I have complete confidence in Dr Koski.

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February 04, 2024

5.0

He is one of the most excellent doctors I have ever met!

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Dr Koski is the consummate professional. He is knowledgeable and very approachable. He explains things thoroughly and considers any question worthy

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January 30, 2024

5.0

He has the patience to listen and answer to all of my questions, and to explain in minute details his care approach recommendations. I have a complete trust in his professional advise.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

He fixes me!!

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January 30, 2024

5.0

He is very professional and takes the time to answer your concerns and questions.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

He explained everything about the surgery, possible complications and what to expect after. Easy to approach with questions.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

He explained everything in words I could understand. He never pushed me to make a decision quickly

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January 27, 2024

5.0

explained procedure well and very personable

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January 25, 2024

5.0

He is a great surgeon and very easy to work with.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Absolutely the very best.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Great Doctor

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January 23, 2024

5.0

had excellent bedside manner and great results

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Caring, explains treatment rationale, and incredible surgical skills

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Informative and kind

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January 20, 2024

5.0

Dr was very informative patient straight the point

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Very professional. This was a complicated surgery.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

He is the best spine surgeon

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January 13, 2024

5.0

Highly capable, responsive,

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor with excellent communication skills

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January 07, 2024

5.0

Dr Koski has great people skills. He is easy to understand and work with. So far, the surgeries he has performed have been without complication and resulted in improved symptoms.

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January 07, 2024

5.0

He seemed to have a nice bedside mannner and he knew what he was talking about.

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January 06, 2024

5.0

Explains everything clearly. Is very empathetic. Has a good bedside manner recognized as one of the top spinal surgeons in the country. Period

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Incredible team. Super responsive. Empathetic great listeners.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski took his time with us. He discussed the options available & understood the issues with my pain & lack of hand strength.

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December 24, 2023

5.0

Excellent physician. Always attentive. Never feel rushed.

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December 22, 2023

5.0

Direct,calming and caring

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December 20, 2023

5.0

He is an extremely competent, dedicated and caring.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Great!

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December 15, 2023

5.0

He is very intelligent, professional and spends as much time as needed with patient. Explains everything well so I can understand my options. He just simply makes you feel confortable and at ease even with major decisions. I couldn't be happier.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Because he made my life better when he fixed my back and he's nice

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Very smart, concerned, and personable. Considers all aspects of the patient before recommending surgery.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Easy to talk too and was very responsive to our questions and concerns. He obviously is very knowledgeable and skilled.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Dr. Koski is a highly skilled surgeon, filiarizes the medical history before meeting the patient. He heavily stresses overall health, especially bone health before considering surgical procedures to ensure the best possible outcome. Dr. Koski is involved in patient care even without being present at every visit. This was my 3rd spinal fusion. The surgery was revision and extension, but my recovery this far has been the best of all 3. Dr. Koski & team has been the best at monitoring my recovery, with genuine concern.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

He was up front and honest about my options.

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December 10, 2023

5.0

He is pleasant, knowledgeable and very friendly.

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December 10, 2023

5.0

Not withstanding his overwhelming surgical skill, his ability to "cut to the chase" in describing what the surgery entails,your improvement after surgery and how long your rehab may take.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Dr Koski, besides being an excellent surgeon, runs a very efficient group of doctors and nurses. They all know what's going on with your specific case.

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December 05, 2023

4.0

professional

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December 05, 2023

5.0

I enjoyed his bed side manner. His direct approach. And, simply made me feel comfortable!

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Very detail oriented,pragmatic in finding ways to help

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Very good as a doctor

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  • NuVasive, Inc.
  • SeaSpine

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