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William Payne, MD

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2237 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Hand Surgery

Secondary Specialty

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

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Reasons to Schedule a Visit

This medical professional may be a good choice for you if you are looking for care for any of the following:

Bicep or tricep rupture
Biceps, triceps or pectoral problem
Bite
Cut/laceration/tendon laceration/puncture wound/amputation
Cyst
Elbow dislocation
Elbow pain
Finger dislocation

Hand cut, laceration (deep cut), tendon laceration, puncture wound, amputation
Infection/abscess
Pain
Pain/other
Surgical consult
Suspected or known fracture or broken bone(s)
Tendonitis or tennis elbow
Trigger finger

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine - 2004
Residency:: Southern Illinois University - 2009
Fellowships:: Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center - 2010

Board Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery/Surgery of the Hand - Surgery of the Hand (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Northwestern Medicine Surgery Center

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

2237 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

He's got good bedside manner.

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February 27, 2026

5.0

The best!

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February 27, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring

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February 26, 2026

5.0

He put me at ease and explained my diagnosis. I liked how he share images of my X ray and MRI and explained what was going on. He was very personable and professional.

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February 26, 2026

5.0

I liked him - clear on what was wrong

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Love this doc. He is Jo d and caring and helped me make a good decision for my care

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Outstanding surgeon and highly personable

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Thorough - knowledgeable - caring.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

He's great

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Thorough - caring -knowledgeable

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February 18, 2026

5.0

He cares

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable and interactive providing answers to my questions.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Calm, reassuring and competent.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

I am at ease in interactions and procedures, because I am confident of the best possible options and outcomes, as a patient.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

He is very smart and knowledgeable. He also takes the time and listens to his patients and offers solutions as well as benefits/risks. He doesn't rush nor does he force a potential solution

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Payne was very thorough and explained everything so that I could understand what he was saying.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

He did the explaining

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February 07, 2026

5.0

Dr Payne is artist and magician performing the surgery on my hand. The result was much better than expected.

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Very professional and thorough examination.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

He's helpful and detailed. When a patient is considering thumb surgery, it's important to know the options and expected outcomes.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

He's very knowledgeable in his field. Really wants to help the patient find the best resolution.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Conscientious, pleasant and has empathy toward his patient.

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February 02, 2026

5.0

He made me feel comfortable and all will be good

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January 29, 2026

5.0

His thoroughness and attentiveness to patient input and question, and his demeanor is pleasant and unrushed.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Very good, doctor.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Clear communication

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Professional. Complete review of my situation. Discussed all options. Excellent treatment. Totally impressed.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

No wait, nice efficient staff. Dr. Payne really helped me out. Great guy, great mannerisms.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

thorough, helpful

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Listens to your issues.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

I have no problem with any of the operations.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Educated well. Assures options are understood.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Dr Payne is wonderful and caring, he listens

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January 08, 2026

5.0

I trust his opinions

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January 08, 2026

5.0

From the initial diagnosis of my broken elbow through surgery and post op visits, Dr Payne was informative and thorough. I am beyond grateful for the results.

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Dr. Payne goes far and beyond for people. Couldn't be more happy.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

The Dr took his time to explain the situation, give us the alternatives and explained his decision. He was very attentive and amicable and made us very comfortable.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Very thorough

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January 04, 2026

5.0

Very professional courteous,excellen Communication very satisfied with all phases of recovery as well.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

Dr. Payne has a great bedside manner and is professional and knowledgeable.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

He listens to every question and takes time to thoroughly explain the answers so you understand.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

I work in the ED and he has come.in to do some reductions. Dr Payne was even very nice when he got called in on Christmas Eve last year.....not all docs are kind to everyone. All the staff and other physicians talk well of him. He's been great with all my care too.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

He us so nice and involved me in treatment decisions.

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December 26, 2025

5.0

Simply put, there is no finer person than Dr Payne, who is so caring, understanding, compassionate, and surgically talented. Can you clone him?

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December 19, 2025

5.0

He is extremely thorough and skilled, and his advice is thoughtful and respectful.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

He is very thorough. Understandable. An able to get in to see him in a reasonable amount of time.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

He is extremely intelligent and even though he makes notes with medical terminology, he always explains it to me. Very exceptional doctor

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December 16, 2025

5.0

He tells it like it is even when delivering bad news which is the way I like it. His knowledge and surgical skills seem to have saved the function of my primary hand!

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Takes time to answer my questions. Thorough. Kind - knowledgeable- caring.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Payne was very understanding and thorough in explaining options for symptoms.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Payne is s great surgeon, and is compassionate and responsive to patients.

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December 13, 2025

5.0

Dr Payne is an outstanding doctor helping me with my Dupuytrens disease. He has been very informative and helpful, guiding me on the options and the outcomes. The staff are also phenomenal and excellent care givers.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Trust and he takes the time to explain his reasons

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Good manner, explained options, personable yet professional.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable Thorough Kind Reassuring

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December 06, 2025

5.0

Eaay to understand, knowledgeable

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Very intelligent and kind. Explanations are very thorough and good. Cares about the patient.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

He is a great doctor. Answers any and all questions, addresses all concerns, and always provides the best treatments.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and explains things well. Highly recommend him.

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November 29, 2025

5.0

Explained procedure well. Compassionate.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, understanding and communicative regarding my exam, tests and symptoms.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Professional, friendly and listened to my concerns

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November 24, 2025

5.0

He was very kind and carefully explained to me what to do about my injury.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Great Doctor.

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November 22, 2025

4.0

Concise, friendly running very late but fit me in

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Excellent Care, First Class

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Personable and knowledgeable.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Payne and the staff are excellent. Efficient and patient. Answering all questions we have and providing the treatment we need.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Caring dr

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Organized, and confident care

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November 12, 2025

5.0

He was pleasant and kind . He took his time with me and answered all my questions. And he did a great job with my surgery. He also took the time to explain my recovery process.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

He is skilled, knowledgable and a regular person.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Excellent results from complicated surgery.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor! Very knowledgeable.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Payne is an excellent doctor who truly listens to my concerns. He discusses possible solutions, allows me to make the final decision, and clearly explains what the next steps will be.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Extremely thorough. I am completely included in car decisions.

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November 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Payne and his team of nurses and anesthesiologists were absolutely amazing! I felt informed and comfortable every step of the way.

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November 09, 2025

5.0

Very kind, explained everything to me

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Tells it like it is! Great personality.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Listened and explained different options for my care

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Fantastic doctor. Very knowledgeable and listens to the patient. Excellent at giving options in care.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

He is very caring .

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November 04, 2025

5.0

He's great

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Payne has done 2 surgery's on both of my hands for carpal tunnel and trigger fingers. His bedside manner is outstanding. He shows care and compassion for his patient's.

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Very professional. Explains everything in detail. Takes time answering my questions.

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November 02, 2025

5.0

Great doctor listens to you and explains everything

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October 30, 2025

5.0

Straight forward and concerned about my problem

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October 30, 2025

5.0

Dr Payne is very detailed in explaining what the surgery involves and explaining procedure.

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October 29, 2025

5.0

He gives good, clear information.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Payne is kind, knowledgeable, conservative in his approach of care and involvement of me, the patient.

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October 23, 2025

5.0

Very informative. Efficient.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

He's a good doctor and a good person.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Very good dr

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October 19, 2025

5.0

He is very efficient

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October 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Payne is very efficient.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

He is extremely knowledgeable and was able to explain things in a way that I could understand and offered options with pros and cons for different paths

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Clearly explained the situation and the remedies. Appointment was on time.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

He was professional and comfortable explaining the situation and the surgery.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Very few doctors would call you in person but Dr Payne did. I was shocked to be honest. That gave me a lot of hope.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Explains things well is thorough.

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Disclosures

William Payne, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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