Bruce Ross Dolitsky, MD

Bruce Ross Dolitsky, MD

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Orthopaedic Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1981
Residency:
Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center - 1986

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Palos Hospital

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5.0 

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100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

The best doctor

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Wonderful, personalized care

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Dolitsky is a pleasure to work with regarding my OA knees. He offers options, listens to my concerns, and is easy to discuss my treatment.

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor and a very humble person

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April 28, 2025

5.0

He is very nice and he takes time to talk to this patients.

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Great manner, straightforward with explanation and recommendations for next steps!

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bruce has compassion . Knowledgeable. Kind. Intelligent. Down to earth and we like. Him.

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April 24, 2025

5.0

I've been seeing him for over 30 years,and he hasn't changed. He's caring good doctor.

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April 24, 2025

5.0

When I see him by the end of the day my knees are already feeling better. There were times, by the time I got to the parking lot my knees/knee were feeling better! I trust this doctor.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Dolitsky is an excellent surgeon, a caring person interested in his patients and a thoughtful, kind man. He knows how to make a person feel that they matter.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

He's the best

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April 21, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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April 19, 2025

5.0

He is awesome for communication and expertise.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

That wonderful man has helped me in the past and put my mind at ease with this visit.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

He explained everything and answered any questions I had. I felt much better after visit.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Great bed side manner easy to talk to and keeps Thing simple And understandable

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bruce is great. Patient, thorough and honest.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Doc Dolitsky is a great guy. Tells you like it is. Gives you the true story. He takes time to listen to your questions and concerns. Advises you on treatments. He's compassionate and caring. I love this guy! gives you your options for treatment. I love this guy! .

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April 10, 2025

5.0

Just met him but he seems to be very professional and he came highly recommended

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April 08, 2025

5.0

I will recommend him to other people for help and to be there doctor

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Dr Dolitsky is a very good doctor

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Very good at what he does

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April 03, 2025

5.0

Professional, empathetic, kind

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April 01, 2025

5.0

I like how he knows his job

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April 01, 2025

5.0

He explained the process thoroughly and addressed any concerns.

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March 31, 2025

5.0

He was very patient with me and answered all my questions, gave me his expert advice, I felt fully cared for..

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March 31, 2025

5.0

He's the best!

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March 27, 2025

5.0

He is great. Easy going great sense of humor. Efficient! Caring

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Referring my wife for knee replacement. He's the best dr I have ever had for anything at any time in my life

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March 27, 2025

5.0

He is an excellent doctor.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Takes a lot of time with me his Patient explained everything step-by-step. Every time I want to see him which has been many has a great five star bedside manner and my surgery to my knowledge is perfect.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

He is a great doctor !!!! Also he is caring and listens to any concerns you may have . Very professional !!!

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Good doctor

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk to

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March 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Dolitsky talks to you in layman's terms. He is very personable and down to earth. He dies not push any medical procedure on you that you do not want. Most of all, he really listens to you!

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March 12, 2025

5.0

Smart, compassionate and takes time to listen.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

As stated above, he's always pleasant and has your best interest at heart.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Very positive experience

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March 07, 2025

5.0

He was very kind and knowledgeable.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

I have had many surgery done by him and he is very good and caring.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

He explained everything and did what he did to help me out

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February 21, 2025

5.0

He was very understanding about your concerns and took time to listen to you made me feel better

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Very concern d about patient complaints of pain and eager to alleviate it. Knowledgeable and willing to explain causes

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Great great dr and one if nicest if not the nicest drs I have ever dealt with. You are lucky to have him

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Dolitsky is a model physician and surgeon. He is highly skilled in his field. He is attentive, personable and truly interested in his patients welfare. I would recommend him to anyone without reservation.

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February 15, 2025

5.0

Good

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February 13, 2025

5.0

He's honest and straightforward

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February 13, 2025

5.0

Awesome service

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February 07, 2025

5.0

Excellent bedside manners, excellent listener, & explained his reasons for his medical opinion.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. Dolitsky is an outstanding orthopedic surgeon. Plus he is personable, warm and caring. I would recommend him to anyone.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

He is the best!

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Great Dr. Great Care goes hand and hand.

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February 04, 2025

5.0

He listens and he does not rush you!!!

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February 02, 2025

5.0

He is wise, kind, and very experienced.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Very professional and polite

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Kind, listened, respectful, knowledgeable

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Fantastic Doctor! Listens and really cares for his patients. Does whatever it takes to help his patients.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Dr dolitsky is one of the most dedicated , caring, outstandingly talented doctors I've ever Had. I could not endure all I'm going thru with anyone else. I'm truly blessed to have him as my surgeon.

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January 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Dolitsky is a great Doctor, he truly cares about the wellbeing about his patients and has one on the best bed side manners I have ever seen.

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January 16, 2025

5.0

Dr Dolitsky treats h his patients with care and listens to anyconcerns or questions he explains everything clearly.

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January 13, 2025

5.0

I am now recovered from both of my TKR's with excellent results.

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January 10, 2025

5.0

Bruce is a great guy.

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January 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Dolitsky took as much time as we needed to answer our questions and concerns. He explained X-rays taken. He was pleasant to talk to and knew his stuff.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Expert

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. D. is professional, friendly, and very thorough.

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Interested and engaging. Exudes confidence and concern.

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December 31, 2024

5.0

He listens to his patients and explains in details to bring understanding to his patients

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December 30, 2024

5.0

He's the best

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December 26, 2024

5.0

Wonderful doctor & does a very good job !!

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December 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Dolitsky took the time to explain my issues.

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December 23, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and caring

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December 18, 2024

5.0

Very personable .

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December 17, 2024

5.0

He listens and explains

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December 16, 2024

5.0

He took the time to give me lots of information and gave me time to ask questions.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

He listened, was amiable, and knowledgeable. Explaining things so I could understand

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December 10, 2024

5.0

I am a new patient of Dr. Bruce Ross Dolitsky, and he is wonderful, and very nice man and he takes his time and explains everything.

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December 10, 2024

5.0

I have referred my sister who now sees Dr. Dolitsky. I've also referred others to Dr. Dolitsky

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December 09, 2024

5.0

My wife and I have been his patients for years. He takes time to explain what's wrong and present options to treat the problem. He is very congenial, in fact, he is our favorite physician.

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December 05, 2024

5.0

I already recommended Dr. Dolitsky to a family member

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December 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Dolitsky is truly one of a kind doctor. I've been a patient of his for many years. He has always been honest of his assessments, he is a caring doctor, never in a rush, always asks if I have questions, always explains treatment plans and best course of action. Great Doctor!!

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December 03, 2024

5.0

I believe with Dr. Dolitsky's level of knowledge and experience that I will be in good hands for my surgery

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December 02, 2024

5.0

Very nice and professional

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November 29, 2024

5.0

Very personal and likeable He explained all the steps that I needed before my surgery I have peace of mind now

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November 25, 2024

5.0

He is amazing down to earth, trustworthy and polite.

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November 19, 2024

5.0

Listened to my concerns and suggestions.

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November 11, 2024

5.0

I am only 3 weeks out from my TKR and I feel fantastic! His skill as a surgeon is second to none IMO.

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Very concerning about my problem. Just a unbelievable way he treated me and was concerned

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November 08, 2024

5.0

good doctor knows his job

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November 07, 2024

5.0

Care, bedside manner, pleasant personality

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November 04, 2024

5.0

Thoughtful, caring, professional, personable, and explains everything. This man is the reason that I am a patient at NW Orthopedics.

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November 04, 2024

5.0

He did a fabulous job on my knee replacement.

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October 29, 2024

5.0

Amazing Doctor, knows his way around broken bones

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October 28, 2024

5.0

He is very caring and takes the time to explain your problem and his suggestions for treatment and reasons why. He takes time to discuss the problem and listen to the patient

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October 28, 2024

5.0

Doctor Dolitsky is a great doctor. It was my first time seeing home and he explained everything and answered all my questions and my Mom came with me and he shook her hand right away and they introduced themselves. One of the best doctors I have seen.

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October 27, 2024

5.0

He is easy to understand and explains things well

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October 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Dolitsky and his team are very thorough. He took his time to explain my options and the procedure to me.

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October 11, 2024

5.0

Bruce is always most concerned with my well being.

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October 11, 2024

5.0

Gave me answers to my questions

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October 10, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable funny

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October 05, 2024

5.0

Very nice and inviting.

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Bruce Ross Dolitsky, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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