Wellington K. Hsu, MD

Wellington K. Hsu, MD

4.8 
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Spine Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine - 2001
Residency:
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center - 2007
Fellowships:
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics - 2008

Languages Spoken

  • Mandarin Chinese

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic 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
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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Overall Rating

4.8
4.8 

1279 Ratings

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81 Reviews

April 25, 2025

5.0

Highly recommend doctor and was very thorough and answered all my concerns.

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April 24, 2025

5.0

I felt he was confident, which made me feel better about the potential surgery. I also believe he is a very good surgeon based on the research I have done.

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April 20, 2025

5.0

He took the time to explain my treatment options and was very knowledgable. I appreciated is kindness.

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April 20, 2025

5.0

efficient and knowledgeable

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April 18, 2025

5.0

Takes time to listen to concerns and communicates well.

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Already recommended him to several people

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April 15, 2025

5.0

He is very good at taking care of patience and their needs

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April 09, 2025

5.0

He is highly skilled and shows genuine concern for my well being.

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April 09, 2025

5.0

He took time to explain my mri, surgical procedure and my options.

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April 07, 2025

5.0

His manner of being involved

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hsu commands respect with his demeanor n bedside manners!

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April 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hsu is a wonderful doctor. He listens and explains things clearly. I feel I can trust him completely, and appreciate that he is detail oriented and very thorough when making decisions regarding my situation. I would highly recommend him.

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April 05, 2025

5.0

He is very good at explaining things so you understand. He spends what ever time it takes so you feel comfortable with the answers.

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April 02, 2025

5.0

Very caring and listened and answered my questions.

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March 31, 2025

5.0

He listens and explains best treatment plan.

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March 31, 2025

5.0

I believe he gave me a thorough exam. He took his time and then reassured me that he would send in his recommendations for me to continue treatment and he would also put request for whatever test I need to have done. Which I appreciate.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hsu's recommendation for my care plan was very reasonable.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Took the time to explain everything and answer all my questions pre-op, in the operating room and post op.

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March 16, 2025

5.0

Because he seems to be 100% of a specialist

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March 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hsu listened to my complaints and made suggestions.

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March 16, 2025

5.0

Top talent

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March 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Wellington Hsu is an outstanding surgeon and I am grateful he has been a part of my medical team from the beginning. I have complete trust in him and his staff. He is extremely personable and listens to me. That means a lot to a patient dealing with a long recovery journey.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Expert at what he does, has a confident but reassuring manner, gives clear & easy-to understand explanations, is very professional.

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March 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hsu was professional and kind. He gave me some possible options and I am looking forward to deciding what my next steps will be.

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March 03, 2025

5.0

He is great and I had surgery-neck spine discectomy and I recovered well like I never had a problem. He continues to take great care of me as I have degenerative spine disease and need frequent care.

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March 02, 2025

5.0

He is a very professional and outstanding surgeon and he makes you feel comfortable with his analysis and prognosis.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Very courteous, professional, knowledgeable and punctual. Anticipated pretty much all of the questions I had before asked.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

He was professional, reviewed the results of my tests and made recommendations. Also asked if I had any questions or concerns.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hsu is amazing. Thoroughly took my situation with great care. His knowledge, integrity, skill, compassion, responsibly leading the way for future. I am still learning how a proper neck feels after he and his at NM fixed mine. Nothing can express. Dr. Hsu I cannot be more grateful for you and everyone with NM.

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February 19, 2025

5.0

Very good patient care

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February 17, 2025

5.0

He was very professional, friendly and accommodating. The doctor was very easy to talk to and explained my pathology patiently and thoroughly He communicated very clearly my options and moving forward and feeling better. He was quite friendly as well.

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February 17, 2025

5.0

He asked questions cares about you and answers your questions and explains everything good

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February 17, 2025

5.0

Great personality. Very personable. Explained surgery very well and answered all of our questions. Didn't act like we were asking stupid questions. Took his time with us.

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February 15, 2025

5.0

Why not see one of the best spine surgeon's around

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February 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hsu has an incredible bedside manner. He is thorough and his confidence gave me reassurance that I was making the right decision for my health and peace of mind.

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February 12, 2025

5.0

Very nice guy, and I am now pain free for the first time in decades

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February 11, 2025

5.0

Very personable. Listened to & fully addressed all questions.

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February 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hsu is a well educated man and highly recognized. He recognized my medical issues and thoroughly explained them to us. I was able to spend time searching information about Mr. Wellington Hsu and I was truly impressed and knew he was the one I needed to help me in my daily struggles with this high pain. I still believe Dr. Hsu was my superman. His honesty and belief in upholding an utmost level of ethics, for my benefit, was reflected when he recommended I avoid any further surgery. My last surgeons were not this way. But, they were not doctors at NWM either.

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February 05, 2025

5.0

He addressed the problem and proposed a solution confidently while answering all concerns .

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February 03, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant, provided info in terms that I could understand.

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January 31, 2025

5.0

The Dr. Hsu and assistant were very thorough with explaining my diagnosis and their recommendations

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January 29, 2025

5.0

He took the time to examine my physical mobility and again he was well dressed and he complimented my pants!

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Hsu was very attentive to my concerns regarding my injury And very nice

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Professional. Gave a lot of time for questions

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January 15, 2025

5.0

Knowledge pleasant listens to patient and offers solutions.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

He is direct and presented a plan of action from conservative to surgery.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

physicians were through, helpful and knowledgeable.

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January 06, 2025

5.0

Dr Hsu is a great listener, answered my questions and throughly explained.

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January 06, 2025

5.0

Very professional and listens to what hurts and how he can treat things

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December 18, 2024

5.0

I feel he gave a thoughtful evaluation of my pain. He explained all my options and answered all my questions. I did not feel rushed. He was professional, easy to talk to, calm, confident. Very much trust his opinion and expertise. The office followed up as promised too!

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December 18, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor, explains everything clearly, really cares.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

The process was explained extremely well with a confident manner.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

He listens to my questions and takes my concerns seriously.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

Excellent surgery and recovery

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December 16, 2024

5.0

I've spent 9 years in pain and numbness with lots of doctors telling me either I wasn't bad enough or that they didn't think they could help me and doctor Hsu helped me

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December 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hsu is the reason for the Spine Clinic's expert, professional, and empathetic care.

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hsu was understanding and listened to my concerns and provided a course of action to help me get back to normal

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November 23, 2024

5.0

My surgery was a success

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November 21, 2024

5.0

He explained everything in detail.

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November 18, 2024

5.0

I felt he explained my medical issues clearly and in plain English and let me ask all the questions I wanted.

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November 17, 2024

5.0

His thorough examinations and presentation of analysis so one can clearly understand.

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November 12, 2024

5.0

Again a physician who is extremely capable and communities clearly.

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November 11, 2024

5.0

He cares about his patients and I have seen him on various sites explaining about new procedures pertaining to how to help the patient.

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November 10, 2024

5.0

Great job

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November 08, 2024

5.0

He has been so great with trying everything before doing surgery. I have great faith that my surgery will be successful. Dr Hsu came highly recommended and he has not disappointed

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November 05, 2024

5.0

Excellent knowledge

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November 04, 2024

5.0

Dr Hsu is kind, knowledgeable and very responsive to his patients; he listens and lets you ask questions without feeling rushed. Dr. Hsu and all his medical and office staff makes patients feel listen to and safe under his/their care.

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November 04, 2024

5.0

The doctor is truly beyond expectation! He is very attentive, informative, knowledgeable and concerned.

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October 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hsu is smart, explains the procedure well and takes time with me at my appointment.

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October 18, 2024

5.0

Dr Hsu explained my spine condition in a clear and concise way. He presented my treatment options in a conservative course of action first. My first opinion on my spine condition was only for surgery

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October 15, 2024

5.0

Professionalism,quality of care and thoroughness

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October 08, 2024

5.0

Excellent care, Excellent followup.

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October 03, 2024

5.0

Confidence from prior experience

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September 30, 2024

5.0

Nationally known

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September 24, 2024

5.0

Great attention, treatment and course of action!

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September 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hsu listened to me, he asked questions, and clearly explained his medical opinion. He seems to really care and not just to be going off a script or just waiting to tell me someone predetermined.

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September 23, 2024

5.0

Truly an outstanding surgeon with tremendous "bed side manner". Dr. Hsu cares about his patients!

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September 16, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wellington was a very good listener

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September 10, 2024

5.0

Dr Hsu is the best in his field. Operated upon family and friends with great outcomes.

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September 09, 2024

5.0

Outstanding surgeon. Wonderful, caring interactions with me as a patient.

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September 09, 2024

5.0

No rush and took time to address the situation

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