Wellington K. Hsu, MD

4.8 
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Primary Specialty

Spine Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Practice Focus Areas

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

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:
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.8
4.8 

714 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

77 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

77 Reviews

August 29, 2023

5.0

Professional and well known for this procedure.

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August 28, 2023

5.0

Informative, detailed, patient, friendly

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August 23, 2023

5.0

Explained everything with compassion and a plan.

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August 23, 2023

5.0

He’s Very Knowledgeable (Explained everything in detail and in simple and easy way that I understand clearly…. He explained my problems and options for treatment in simple and easy way … and decided which treatment is best for me … that was great Communication and very Knowledgeable)… thank you Dr.Hsu.

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August 19, 2023

5.0

Bedside manner

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Very pleasant, professional, knowledgeable and kind. We had talked about our plan of action and was given my summary paperwork to take home.

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August 14, 2023

5.0

Courteous, capable, classy suit!

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August 14, 2023

5.0

He is honest and explains everything to you

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August 14, 2023

5.0

Kind and listened

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August 11, 2023

5.0

Courteous, kind, attentive

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August 09, 2023

5.0

He seemed knowledgable

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August 07, 2023

5.0

Dr Hsu is very professional and listen to my concerns. He always helps me understand the choices for treatment.

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August 04, 2023

5.0

Dr. Hsu - is very professional & knowledgeable in Spine Care. He answers all questions precisely and informative of my diagnosis. He is a TOP NOTCH doctor. Thank you Dr. Hsu.

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August 01, 2023

4.0

Dr. Hsu's team helped us right away when we were being turned down by lesser hospitals. There was some confusion at first, but his advice turned out to be accurate, timely and helpful.

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July 31, 2023

5.0

His expertise and showing the images

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July 24, 2023

5.0

Nice doctor to talk to.

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July 23, 2023

5.0

Excellent Doctor very clear and and excellent care and concern for my health

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July 21, 2023

5.0

Patient interface excellent. Great surgeon

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July 21, 2023

5.0

He has a great reputation and he was very knowledgeable in explaining my situation

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July 19, 2023

5.0

Very Knowledgeable, friendly and has very Good Communication with his patients . Explain everything in simple and easy way, (he explained what’s my problem and what steps we need to follow to be able to Recover in simple and easy explanation). He’s very knowledgeable and with a lot of experience in his specialty.

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July 17, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable, patient, understanding

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July 15, 2023

5.0

Awesome people

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July 14, 2023

5.0

Very warm, professional and helpful in reviewing my issues and concerns.

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July 14, 2023

5.0

He was very informative and patient while talking through the options with me

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Dr. Hsu did my previous surgery and now following up again. He is very through and great bedside manners. Greet surgeon

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July 12, 2023

4.0

Time with patients not nearly enough

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July 10, 2023

5.0

He explained everything, and reassured me about my symptoms.

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June 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Hsu was informed of my condition and my facial expression and I could see that he was very sensitive to my needs

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June 26, 2023

5.0

Professional, patient care, engagement, personal, efficient, thorough, clear, pragmatic, expertise.

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June 26, 2023

5.0

Excellent job assessing my situation

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June 21, 2023

5.0

Extremely straightforward and to the point

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June 16, 2023

5.0

Gentle, caring, clear explanations, never felt rushed! Same goes for Jeremy, Dr Hsu’s associate!

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June 16, 2023

5.0

Took time to explain details and steps

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June 14, 2023

5.0

He seemed genuinely interested in my well being.

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Very knowledge and professional.

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June 12, 2023

5.0

He explained full details of all the treatment options .

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June 11, 2023

4.0

Spend more time with patients...

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June 11, 2023

5.0

Very professional and good patient care

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June 09, 2023

5.0

He knowledgeable and passionate about his work and his patients.

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June 07, 2023

5.0

Highly competent and patient focused.

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Hsu has been nothing but sensational since our initial meeting. In every conversation, he is educational, thorough, and incredibly patient in answering all our questions and concerns. He's the reason we drive 3+ hours every time to see the best.

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May 24, 2023

5.0

Friendly and knowledgeable willing to explain in turns you can relate to.

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May 22, 2023

5.0

kind, patient, listens

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May 17, 2023

5.0

Great Doctor

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May 15, 2023

5.0

Nobody is perfect but 9 is the next best score!!! Dr. Hsu is awesome. He takes time to assure I understood his diagnosis and why choice of treatment was best.

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May 13, 2023

5.0

Excellence

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May 12, 2023

5.0

I think he is really a good surgeon

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May 10, 2023

5.0

Excellent surgeon who cares about the long term outcomes of patients

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May 01, 2023

5.0

I feel confident that such an individual would also receive competent care.

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April 25, 2023

5.0

Excellent rapport with patient.

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April 24, 2023

5.0

Takes time with patients Projects an informed, caring attitude

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April 24, 2023

5.0

Had no problems with visit

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April 24, 2023

5.0

I like his approach, takes time to explain my situation, options, risks

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April 21, 2023

5.0

He is a master surgeon

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April 16, 2023

5.0

He's just brilliant!

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April 14, 2023

5.0

Great beside manners , takes time to listen to concerns and provides easy to understand responds.

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April 12, 2023

5.0

As noted above, the efficacy of Dr. Hsu's advice and manner.

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April 04, 2023

5.0

Dr Hsu is very thorough in his evaluation/ diagnosis & prognosis. He has an excellent bedside manner—very kind & thoughtful. He patiently listens attentively & offers advice on all viable options/treatments to remediate your health concern. He helped me arrive at the best method to treat my back & made himself available to me for anything I needed. I think he is an amazing Dr & I highly recommend him.

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April 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Hsu remembered me from 5 years ago. Concern Physician. It made me feel Special The Dr before Doctor Hsu was very nice and explained the X-ray results.

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March 25, 2023

5.0

He was very straightforward with me and clearly explained my situation and what my options were.

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March 25, 2023

5.0

Took the time to answer questions and provide explanations.

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March 20, 2023

5.0

Him and his team provided optimal care. I felt safe and I felt seen and heard.

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March 20, 2023

5.0

Dr Hsu listen to me explain my accident and injury and how I am feeling . Showed me where my spine is pinching the nerve that is causing my pain and discomfort.

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March 20, 2023

5.0

Very Nice and Supportive staff, Spine Clinic Was Much More Clearer on my condition than the Pain management Physician I earlier saw at another facility, And let me say this That Dr. Wellington Hsu (Surgeon) was Superb 🙏🏽🌹😇💯

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March 12, 2023

5.0

Clear complete and considerate

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March 06, 2023

5.0

Dr Hsu has operated on me twice: in the lumbar area (2016) and in the neck (2023). Both surgeries were very successful. I am pain free and significantly more functional and active than prior to the surgeries. He involves patients in decision making and is extremely empathetic.

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March 01, 2023

5.0

Very good patient care

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March 01, 2023

5.0

The surgery he performed on me changed my life.

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February 27, 2023

5.0

I met him a few times through the years he has been honest and upfront with my condition. I am lucky I have not had surgery but I feel I would be in great hands if I had to. He is just a helpful and knowledgeable. N’Western is lucky to have such a great doctor.

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February 20, 2023

5.0

Dr. Was polite listened to my problems and examine me accordingly to what I was there for. Thank you

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February 20, 2023

5.0

Because thanks to Dr Wellington Hsu and his team after 11 months of my Sergury now I’m able to if not 100% have a normal life.

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February 20, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and super patience to answer all my questions and concerns.

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February 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Hsu is very knowledgeable about my condition and he spent time explaining what treatments are best for me.

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February 17, 2023

5.0

I’ve only had one visit. So far, so good.

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February 13, 2023

5.0

very very good doctor. He explained everything in full detail

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February 09, 2023

5.0

Dr Hsu takes a measured and fact based approach to medical care. The information he provides is clear and straightforward amd is designed to allow the patient to be involved in the decision making process.

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February 06, 2023

5.0

His knowledge and expertise of the spine and pin point problem areas.

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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

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