
Wellington K. Hsu, MD

Insurance
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Practice Focus Areas
- Artificial Disc Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
- Orthobiologic Implants
- Spinal Fusion
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Degenerative Disease
- Spine Surgery
- Sports Related Spine Injury
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine - 2001
- Residency:
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UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center - 2007
- Fellowships:
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University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics - 2008
Media

Languages Spoken
- Mandarin
Faculty Profile
Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Northwestern Lake Forest HospitalNorthwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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604 Ratings
Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
February 04, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr, Hsu did my spine surgery in 2017. I had a major surgery. After my surgery when I woke up, I was able to get up and never experienced any pain from that day to this day and no one can tell from my neck that I had surgery, there is no scar. I love Dr. Hsu he is excellent.
January 31, 2022
5.0 star star star star starI liked Dr Wellington Hsu and found him to be very professional and knowledgable. He showed interest in my health problems, gave me explanations about my MRIs and advice on treatment options and next steps that made me feel less worried.
January 24, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDude is smooth, gotta give him that. He was clear and to the point about the issues and his recommendations and even gave me a rec for a good place to take a conference call afterwards. That's AWESOME bedside manner.
January 18, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. Hsu was recommended by one of his Colleague at Mayo Clinic. Dr. Hsu explained my condition thoroughly in terms easy to understand. He provided me with the options for treatment and answered all of my questions and concerns.
November 14, 2021
5.0 star star star star starI've recommended him to every person that has a back problem that I know. Dr. Hsu and his team are the best I've ever dealt with. He is such a great listener and always gives several solutions to issues. He is my favorite doctor.
November 10, 2021
5.0 star star star star starBe the patient, I trust him. Fishing the surgery, when I had appointment see him again, I just can’t hold my tears, I was crying, just thank him, so good surgeon. Up to know I feel good. I like f/u again for PT program. Because I trust him.
October 29, 2021
5.0 star star star star starMy visit was for a second opinion and Dr Hsu delivered the quality care that I expected. He answered my questions and dealt with me in a very professional, competent way that gave me high confidence leaving the apt that I knew what I came to find out. Also, so pleased with the exchange between Dr and patient so we could discuss the best pathway forward given there are multiple options available.
October 20, 2021
5.0 star star star star starDr. Hsu is absolutely phenomenal!! I am so grateful that I was referred to him by a life long friend (who is also a neurosurgeon). Dr. Hsu is a wonderful person, the first requirement for being a good physician. He truly cares about the patient, not just as a patient but as an actual person. It is so easy to talk to him, he has a way of making you feel very at ease. He does not talk down to his patients. Dr. Hsu wants to be sure that all of your questions are answered; there is no rushing. His skill as a surgeon is unquestionable—he is a magician!!! He can also predict the future! I have heard horror stories of surgeons with deplorable bedside manner—that is DEFINITELY NOT THE CASE WITH DR. HSU!!! I have already recommended Dr. Hsu to a few people that I am confident he can help!
September 13, 2021
5.0 star star star star starDr. Wellington Su, I can't say enough about his professionalism and the concern for me as his patie nt. In fact, I just recommended my cousin to schedule an appointment that's how sure of him I am.
Disclosures
Industry Relationships
Consulting / Related Activities
Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities
- Asahi Kasei Pharma (Asahi Kasei Corporation)
- Bioventus, LLC
- InfiniteMD, Inc.
- Intrinsic Therapeutics, Inc
- Medtronic, Inc.
- Stryker Corporation
Royalty Payments and Inventor Share
Faculty member has the right to receive payments or may receive future financial benefits for inventions or discoveries related to the following companies or other entities
- Stryker Corporation
External Professional Relationships
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