Thomas A. Wiedrich, MD

Thomas A. Wiedrich, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Hand Surgery

Secondary Specialty

CALL

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Michigan Medical School - 1985
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1991
Fellowships:
St Vincent Hospital and Health Care Center - 1992

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Plastic Surgery - Plastic Surgery (Certified)
  • American Board of Plastic Surgery - Surgery of the Hand (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Associate 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

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9
4.9 

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August 29, 2022

5.0

Informative, gentle, thoroughly professional

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August 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wiedrich is attentive knowledgeable and thinks outside the box terrific orthopedic doc

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August 28, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable

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August 27, 2022

5.0

Dr Weidrich is professional and shows empathy for what I’m experiencing as a result of my injury. He explains my situation clearly and makes me comfortable.

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August 26, 2022

5.0

He is involved with the care he provided personally! He showed me a diagram of what my finger looks like! It set my mind at peace!

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August 26, 2022

5.0

I appreciate a doctor who is committed to taking time to fully understand the health concern, explaining his concern and providing the best of care.

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August 25, 2022

5.0

Explained things thoroughly and clearly (plus he complemented me on putting my joint back in place!)

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Patient care is exemplary. AAA+

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Excellent bedside manner

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August 22, 2022

5.0

He was candid and provided me my options and explained exactly how we would proceed

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August 19, 2022

5.0

Great client service and very timeli and engaged

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August 18, 2022

5.0

He is very knowledgeable, explains everything well, very friendly and easy to talk to. And, a great surgeon!

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Saw me on time, understanding and empathetic.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

I have been working with him for a long time

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August 15, 2022

5.0

He is the best.

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August 15, 2022

5.0

This is my second experience with Dr Wiedrich and NM Orthopedic. I regard him and the system very highly.

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Very nice and knowledgeable.

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Professional and personable. Excellent at providing interesting and useful information about problems with the hand.

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Words really can’t explain how much I like him… He listens and doesn’t rush you out the door.. He always ask if you have any questions about any of the procedure which he’s about to do.

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Very informative and great at explaining everything

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Right to the point and efficient but personable.

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August 02, 2022

5.0

Physician, teacher with compassion

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August 02, 2022

5.0

Excellent care.

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July 31, 2022

5.0

I have been his patient for many years, because Dr Wiedrich is always knowledgeable, respectful and thorough.

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July 28, 2022

3.0

An access of unnecessary appointments

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July 28, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wiedrich is very understanding, friendly, and patient with me when I visit. He takes his time to understand my hand condition and offers excellent care, advice and service.

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July 28, 2022

5.0

Same as previous answer. Thought Dr. Wiedrich clearly explained surgery options and associated risks.

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July 28, 2022

5.0

Very attentive doctor.Explained well the cause of my problem and how to treat it. Clear and concise. Thank you very much

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July 25, 2022

5.0

He explains things he is positive he is quick.

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July 25, 2022

5.0

He explained to me what he was doing in terms that I could understand and made me feel confident.

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July 22, 2022

5.0

Professional and knowledgeable. Feel like I’m in good hands.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

He's extremely pleasant and very professional explains everything so that you understand.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

Excellent Care

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July 19, 2022

5.0

He was very good explaining everything

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July 18, 2022

5.0

He explained everything very well

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July 18, 2022

5.0

He gives the best options when it comes to having any procedures.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Conscientious and caring

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July 13, 2022

5.0

He's great, patient and explains things in a way that you'll clearly understand

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July 13, 2022

5.0

He was so kind, thorough in the explanation of the condition, the procedure, and directions for follow up.

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July 11, 2022

5.0

He’s reassuring and clear.

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July 09, 2022

5.0

He has always been able to address my concerns and resolve them quickly.

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July 08, 2022

5.0

Took great care of me during first surgery year and a half ago. Today’s surgery was also successful.

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July 07, 2022

5.0

Excellent surgeon, explained everything carefully, past experience with injections.The visit was not rushed.

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July 06, 2022

5.0

I just like the treatment

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July 05, 2022

5.0

Doesn't over promise, just preforms small miracles, each and every day!

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July 05, 2022

5.0

This was my first meeting with Dr. Wiedrich and he exceeded my expectations in all respects! Not only was he exceptionally professional, his personal attention and time spent was simply exemplary. Thank you!

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July 03, 2022

4.0

He is excellent in his field. However, he should have given me a splint for my thumb. It was swollen and painful due to a trigger thumb. The splint would have helped.

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June 30, 2022

5.0

I have had two surgeries in my hands with Dr. Wiedrich’s and the results have been excellent. Moreover he is frank with me and discloses the exact nature of my condition. Thus helps immensely in my life.

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Personable and professional

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June 30, 2022

5.0

He explained so I could understand them. He took his time with me.

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Clear and Precise conversation. Listens to the patient.

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June 27, 2022

5.0

He has been very responsive

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June 27, 2022

5.0

He really spent time explaining my condition

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June 27, 2022

5.0

He walked me through a few options and made sure that I clearly understood the outcome of each before making my decision.

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June 25, 2022

5.0

Professional. Personable. Knowledgable.

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June 24, 2022

5.0

Dr Wiedrich ordered a scan and explained the results to me on the spot.

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June 24, 2022

5.0

Cured!

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June 23, 2022

5.0

He was very straightforward with his assessment of my injury and made me feel at ease with moving forward.

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June 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wiedrich he explained everything to me and listed to any questions I had and explained the answers to me clearly.

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June 22, 2022

5.0

Clearly educated, kind, easy to understand and speak to, highly recommended.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

Very kind and explained the trigger finger issue very well.

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June 13, 2022

5.0

Very helpful.

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June 13, 2022

5.0

Great doctor!

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June 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wiedrich was very helpful. He listened to me, did a thorough exam, was able to answer my questions and gave me recommendations.

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June 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wiedrich is very knowledgeable and personable. Explains everything and takes his time. Makes you feel comfortable.

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June 09, 2022

5.0

He listened to me, addressed my concerns, treated my concerns, scheduled follow up visits and discussed future options if this treatment did not work.

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June 09, 2022

5.0

Polite and explains and listens

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June 09, 2022

5.0

Very professional, knowledgeable, and excellent communication skills. Felt very confident in the results of his examination.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Was very informative, pleasant, and feel initially very comfortable with continuing to see him again.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Very good

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wiedrich is very pleasant to deal with and explains everything so that I understand completely.

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June 06, 2022

5.0

Great explanation of what is happening. Felt relaxed and I rushed.

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May 29, 2022

5.0

Easy to talk with. Willing to answer any and all questions.

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May 27, 2022

5.0

See above. He has a great reputation too.

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May 27, 2022

5.0

Knowledge, professionalism and great bedside manner.

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor

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May 23, 2022

5.0

He listened when I corrected him in history, and pivoted, accepting the new information and then made helpful treatment suggestions.

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May 23, 2022

5.0

He is very good!

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May 21, 2022

5.0

Dr Wiedrich is so knowledgeable and kind. He makes you feel so comfortable and answers all your questions

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May 20, 2022

4.0

First visit was excellent

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May 19, 2022

5.0

Fantastic doctor who thought I had OT today as he ordered but did not.

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May 19, 2022

5.0

He is patient, answered all my questions and explained my options and care plan.

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May 15, 2022

5.0

First time meeting him but so far. Made good impression

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May 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. W iedrich thoroughly explained the procedure. He answered all of my questions. He, also explained what I should do if the injection doesn't work. Dr Wiedrich has an excellent "bedside manner". He is compassionate.

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May 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Weidrich is a great doctor. He was able to diagnose my condition right away and start my necessary treatment that day. Highly reccomend him.

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May 12, 2022

5.0

Intelligent, understanding, compassionate

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May 12, 2022

5.0

Dr Wiedrich is kind, compassionate and clear in his explanation of what he has determine what medical condition. He answers all questions that I have.

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May 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wiedrich has always been able to treat all of my ailments- from carpal tunnel surgery to trigger finger treatments. I highly recommended him. He is also very personable and explains everything.

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May 05, 2022

5.0

Fantastic personality. Respectful. Knowledgeable. Easy to talk to. Explains things well. Attentive

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May 05, 2022

5.0

He is a terrific doctor that takes as much time as necessary to explain procedures and risks. A pleasure to work with him.

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May 03, 2022

5.0

Dr wadrich is very thorough, explains everything to make sure I understand what the plan is for my carpal tunnel. When I leave the office I always feel confident and educated on Dr White's plan of care for me.

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May 01, 2022

5.0

Professional yet friendly. Gives clear explanations and answers all questions

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April 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wiedrich has done a surgery in the past for me and I haven't had any issues with that hand since. I had an issue with the other hand and his attentiveness was much appreciated.

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April 28, 2022

5.0

Excellent surgeon

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April 28, 2022

5.0

Very calm & thoroughly explained my ailment & the procedure needed.

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April 28, 2022

5.0

Very caring.

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April 28, 2022

5.0

Attentive. Comprensive!

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March 31, 2022

5.0

Excellent Physician!

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March 31, 2022

5.0

Very patient and listens to concerns. Wonderful!

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March 31, 2022

5.0

He solved my problem.

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Disclosures

Thomas A. Wiedrich, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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