Tyler R. Koski, MD

Tyler R. Koski, MD

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Primary Specialty

Spine Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

  • 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:
Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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April 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Koski is a kind, generous man, a talented surgeon, who has helped me immensely.

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April 23, 2025

5.0

Professional, previous experience from 2016

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April 23, 2025

5.0

I have confidence in Dr. Koski's experience and skill based on his careful explanation of what will be required for my upcoming surgery.

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Koski is a fine skilled neuro surgeon. I had severe, severe back and leg pain for 1 year prior to seeing him. Within 2 days after I recovered from anesthesia and was lucid, my pain was gone. He is an outstanding surgeon!! Would have no one else ever touch my back except him. He also has a trained team of professionals around him. Treat him well!!!

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Dr Koski was very polite and explained the issues of my spine in terms that came across easy to follow which then let wife and l ask important follow up questions.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

His bedside manners. He tellyou what you need to know and explains your options.

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Koski was professional, compassionate and took the time to explain my condition and my treatment options to move forward.

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Koski listened to my concerns and was well aware of my back issues. I felt well cared for.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

He is honest and caring.

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April 13, 2025

5.0

He took the time to answer my questions

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April 09, 2025

5.0

Very good doctor

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Koski's excellent doctor and I couldn't have been more happy the surgery that I had and the follow up as well.

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Excellent bedside manner and ability to relate to our situation.

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Helped me with my first lumbar fusion 11 years ago and has a plan to fix my current hardware problems

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March 23, 2025

5.0

Answered all question frankly

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March 22, 2025

5.0

He seems to care

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March 19, 2025

5.0

He's a genius.

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March 19, 2025

5.0

Once again, reputation! It's untouchable.

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Judgement, skill , communication ability and compassion

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March 08, 2025

5.0

Comfort level with all staff. Answered questions patiently and clearly. Made sure when I left that I was satisfied with the experience and future expectations and referrals.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Dr Koski really took the time to listen to my experiences in regards to my back . He was personable and recommended the next steps as if he was treating his own back . I have utmost trust and respect for him.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Koski takes time to explain in plan English what to expect after surgery and an honest time frame about the healing process.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

His bed side manner and the time he took to explain to me my situation.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Koski is very attentive to his patients. He and his team are very efficient. I feel he is a skilled surgeon.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

He was both professional and knowledgeable and provided sound advice for me to move forward and trying to make the best decision for my situation.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Koski has saved my life 2 times having 3 spine surgeries. He is a tremendous surgeon, and a wonderful personal physician. I have recommended him to a few people & he saved there lives also.

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March 02, 2025

5.0

Very thorough, considerate, knowledgeable and friendly

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March 02, 2025

5.0

he gets results

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Excellent physician and meticulous surgeon with awesome bed side manner and great team

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February 26, 2025

5.0

I already have recommended him to others. Bedside manner and expertise.

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Great surgeon every aspect

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February 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Tyler Koski allowed as much time as I needed it to answer my various questions. He was thorough and quite candid as to what outcome I can expect.

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February 12, 2025

5.0

Outstanding physician.

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February 08, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgable and skilled.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. Koski did a great job with my surgery and my recovery. I hated going a month with no food or water but it turned out it had to be! Thank you again Dr. Koski thank you very much!

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Takes the time to explain imaging results and the options available to remedy any problems. Courteous and listens very well. Great personality. I would recommend him with no reservations. And on time too.

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February 01, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner, combined with superb skill and judgement_Obviously his team communicates well with him

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January 30, 2025

5.0

Genuine, professional, spent time with me

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January 22, 2025

5.0

Dr Koski took the time to explain possible surgeries -gave me paperwork for a neck MRI. wanted to see me back in 6 months. Very good bedside manner.

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January 22, 2025

5.0

As above- The Best

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Caring and knowledgeable. Took his time. I felt he listened to and addressed my concerns.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Great doctor, the best

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Listened to the patient and answered all questions thoroughly.

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January 18, 2025

5.0

the best doctor

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January 14, 2025

5.0

He is very realistic and easy to understand. One of the best doctors I've ever had in my life and I've had hundreds. I wish I could have a Dr. Koski for every specialty I need.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Absolutely the best Surgeon on the planet! I met with other surgeons in the past and he has the best bedside manner and professionalism. I have zero anxiety whenever I meet with Dr. Koski. Thank you for fixing me!

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January 12, 2025

5.0

Very patient, polite and spent all the time needed answer any questions. At no time did I feel rushed or my questions weren't important. He seems like a humble and approachable person.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgable and professional

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Great surgeon that listens to my questions and explains my current condition thoroughly.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Amazing Neurosurgeon.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Success story. My back

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Koski was very thorough and helped us to understand some of the risks and outcomes of the surgery.

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December 19, 2024

5.0

I have recommended him many times. For the reasons I listed above.

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December 18, 2024

5.0

He is amazing. He performed surgery on my neck and I feel so much better!

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December 18, 2024

5.0

Friendly, responsive, knowledgeable, communicates well. Exudes confidence.

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December 18, 2024

5.0

incredibly knowledgable and personable

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December 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski was patient, did not rush us, explained his answers to all our questions and was kind and seemed genuinely interested in improving my life through the surgery.

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December 15, 2024

5.0

He is extraordinary. He explains everything completely. He takes time with you. Generally listens. He is honest. I trust him immensely.

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December 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski explained my condition well, and listened carefully to what I had to say. He suggested a reasonable plan of treatment. Dr. Koski also has a very gentle, bedside manner. He was recommended to me by my cousin, on whom he operated many years ago. I would also recommend him to others.

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December 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski was very informative and friendly.

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December 10, 2024

5.0

He know exactly what he's doing

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December 08, 2024

5.0

He listens and explains things in a way that you can understand is very patient and understanding

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December 08, 2024

5.0

Attentiveness & patience answering all my questions & taking me & my pain / condition seriously.

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Caring, compassionate manner.

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Great clinical manner, knowledge, judgement and skill

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Tyler Koski is personable, attentive, a good communicator, respectful, offers very good recommendations and sees patients in a timely fashion.

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Good doctor, takes time to discuss things

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski has been recommended to me in first place. He took the time to explain my medical condition and all options available.

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December 01, 2024

5.0

I appreciated his explanation of my diagnosis.

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December 01, 2024

5.0

He is an outstanding professional who works hard to make certain that the patient understands the procedure and how it can improve the patient's life. He does not mince words about what the surgery entails. Appears kind and caring.

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November 26, 2024

5.0

I have not had the surgery yet but I felt very confident after he explained the surgery, he would be the best choice for me.

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November 26, 2024

5.0

Very, very intelligent. He was Compassionate as I explained my painful 9 month process to see him. He explained my spinal issues, discussed my medical conditions which would impact decision for surgery and plan for surgery. It was worth the wait to see him. There still is alot to be done before I have surgery - extensive dental work, coordination with my other physicians to increase bone density with appropriate medication and another cat scan as we prepare for surgery.

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November 26, 2024

5.0

Explanation of my surgery as easy to understand and was extremely attentive to detail

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November 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski is genuine.

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November 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski is amazing in his knowledge of the spine and his expertise in surgery is certainly appreciated, always striving for the very best outcome. I feel fortunate to have him as my physician.

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November 06, 2024

5.0

Very few doctors make eye contact and listen to all of your questions with no judgment. He is outstanding and the clinic issues and healing from my surgery with him are stellar.

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November 05, 2024

5.0

Dr Koski is a brilliant and telented surgeon and a kind, wonderful human being. I can't recommend him highly enough

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November 05, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable, but also very helpful and friendly. He is able to explain things in a way that is very understandable but never talks down to you. He is clear and positive as well. I had excellent results with my surgery.

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October 24, 2024

5.0

Outstanding recommendations from other physicians. Outstanding credentials. Presented a good rationale for all of the proposed procedures and explained them well. Good communications skills and his approach inspired confidence in him.

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October 22, 2024

5.0

He seemed very personable, professional, knowledgeable.

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October 18, 2024

5.0

He is so passionate and confident it makes the tougher decisions for the patient a bit easier.

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October 13, 2024

5.0

He listened very well was honest wasn't all about sugery but cared about me

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October 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski is also very kind. I feel very confident in his ability to perform my neck surgery.

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September 24, 2024

5.0

Great surgeon.

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September 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski did a fantastic job medically addressing my issue.

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September 21, 2024

5.0

His record of success and professionalism

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September 19, 2024

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and explains everything carefully.

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September 18, 2024

5.0

Great Doctor, talks to you , not at you

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September 17, 2024

5.0

He told me that with the surgery there was high chance for successful result and now I can walk pain free.

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September 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski did a spinal fusion surgery. He gave me my life back.

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September 17, 2024

5.0

He is prompt, courteous, a good listener & efficient as well as thorough in dealing with my issues. He is giving of his time in hearing me out on my concerns.

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September 17, 2024

5.0

Dr Koski is a highly skilled surgeon

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September 17, 2024

5.0

He and his team are fantastic what more can I say!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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September 08, 2024

5.0

Fantastic manner. Explains everything very well and takes as much time to answer questions as needed. Never appears rushed or uninterested.

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September 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Koski's skills are unmatched

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September 01, 2024

5.0

He listened carefully to all my concerns. Answered questions in ways I could understand. I appreciated the time he spent with my husband and me and his honesty. Dr. Koski came very highly recommended and we were not disappointed. If I do choose to go ahead with surgery, I would feel confident in his care and his excellent skills!

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Industry Relationships

Ownership or Investment Interest

Faculty member and/or their immediate family have an ownership or investment interest in the following companies

  • Alphatec Spine, Inc.

Consulting

Faculty member and/or their immediate family have engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

  • Alphatec Spine, Inc.
  • SeaSpine

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  • Medtronic, Inc.
  • NuVasive, Inc.

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