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David M. Kalainov, MD

4.9

1848 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Hand Surgery

Secondary Specialty

Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine - 1991
Internship:: Johns Hopkins University - 1992
Residency:: Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center - 1996
Fellowships:: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University/TJUH - 1997

Board Certifications

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

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9

4.9

1848 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

excellent care

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, throughly tested my reflexes and strength. Gave me a clear understanding of where the pain was emanating from and provided a solution to my problem.

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April 23, 2025

5.0

He took time to study my x rays and answered all my questions regarding mt treatment

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April 21, 2025

5.0

He's a wonderful surgeon with a great personality and when I needed to be seen quickly, he made it happen.

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable doctor, explained the diagnosis in layman's terms

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kalainov is one of the most caring and compassionate providers I have met. He goes above and beyond for his patients. He has been my doctor for 12 years and I have great respect for him and for the care he provides.

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Couldn't have been nicer and very thorough

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Personable and listened.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

I feel confident in the diagnosis and treatment plan

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Quick but thorough, funny, engaging guy who is at the top of his profession

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April 10, 2025

5.0

See above. He is great on eve way.

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April 10, 2025

5.0

Very personable, good at explaining things.

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April 09, 2025

5.0

Excellent md

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April 09, 2025

5.0

I really got lucky to have Dr. K treat my condition. He's thorough and professional

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April 02, 2025

5.0

Very good doctor

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March 31, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, personable, easy-to-understand and talk to. Nice sense of humor.

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March 31, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kalainov is personable and knowledgeable. I have recommended him to several people.

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March 30, 2025

5.0

Friendly honest

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kalianov was fantastic all around. Great chair side disposition, personable and nice staff and clean facility. I was not just another patient. He cared and listened with intention to resolve my wrist pain. I needed a steroid injection and it was done so proficiently that I barely felt pain. Thanks Dr. K!!!!

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Very detail oriented and personal.

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March 26, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant and professional.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Kalainov is impressive. He reviewed my medical records ahead of seeing me. He quickly established rapport. He explained everything as he was examining me and giving me an injection into my hand. It was painless and skillful. I left informed of what to expect. Finally, the injection was very successful.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

He's attentive and explains everything

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Efficient, knowledgeable and empathetic

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March 22, 2025

5.0

Very professional and efficient.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Kalainov is brilliant, personable, reassuring, communicates thoroughly and clearly.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Extremely helpful and nice personality

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March 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kalainov is excellent.

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March 15, 2025

5.0

Patient for many years

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March 13, 2025

5.0

Thorough physician at the peak of his profession

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March 12, 2025

5.0

Again its the care.

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March 12, 2025

5.0

DR. KALAINOV IS THE BEST I AM SO GRATEFUL TO HAVE FOUND HIM

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March 11, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable; excellent technique; correct medical call every single time.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

excellent care

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Courteous, competent, likeable

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March 10, 2025

5.0

He understands and has understood my challenges. He provide relaxing environment, which I appreciate.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Nice person who seemed to help me I. As painless way as possible

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March 08, 2025

5.0

Knows what he is doing..

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and explained my diagnosis thoroughly and answered all my questions. Doctor gave me plan and expected outcome. Doctor Kalainov is an excellent doctor!

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Professional, friendly, compassionate

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Fully explained all options, showed them on my x-rays. Let me fully participate in my care and treatment.

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March 03, 2025

5.0

"K" is a dynamo . High energy , hilarious, rapid fire gusher of knowledge but laser focused with great bedside manner. He is universally regarded as one of the absolute best in the biz

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March 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kalainov is excellent. He is compassionate, smart, and takes the time to figure out the problem.

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February 27, 2025

5.0

See above. And, after just a brief conversation and assessment, I had the initial feeling of trust that is so important with any medical encounter.

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Caring, friendly, great doctor

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Excellent care.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

He is an exceptional doctor.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Professional, friendly

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Great Doctor Very kind and professional

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February 19, 2025

5.0

See above. Dr. Kalainov is a phenomenal physician.

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February 14, 2025

5.0

I felt comfortable with him.

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February 12, 2025

5.0

Great doctor. Took care of removing stitches from thumb after I accidently cut my finger.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

Prof. Kalainov is very detailed on checking the health history, symptoms, diagnosis, prescribing treatment.

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February 10, 2025

5.0

Highly confident in him. Excellent physician.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, thorough, pleasant

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February 06, 2025

5.0

excellent care

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February 05, 2025

5.0

I have the highest regard for Dr Kalainov expertise.

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February 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kalainov really cares about his patients and is very straightforward about recommendations re further PT and/or surgery. He is a team player with other physicians as well. I have been his patient since 2007 with various ortho issues involving my shoulder, and hands/fingers. He always makes an effort to get me into his schedule when necessary.

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February 03, 2025

5.0

He is very thorough, very professional and his bedside manner is very nice

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January 29, 2025

5.0

A good doctor and I highly recommend him as an Ortho

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January 28, 2025

5.0

He treated me with respect and was kind

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January 27, 2025

5.0

Dr Kalainov and his staff are professional and extremely caring in their approach to personal healthcare. They are always willing to listen to your concerns and if you have any questions, they respond with direct and clear explanations.

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January 27, 2025

5.0

Highly skilled, efficient and caring.

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January 25, 2025

5.0

Excellent care.

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Caring, excellent physician.

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January 18, 2025

5.0

Excellent bedside manner of Dr Kalainov and his staff. Plus there is an overlying feel and performance of competence.

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January 15, 2025

5.0

He was kind and explained the break well.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

He was top notch in every way. He fully explained everything, was very thorough and had a great personality.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

I'm thrilled with my surgery. Great job!

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Professional, efficient, communicative, kind.

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January 06, 2025

5.0

my wife was a prior patient of his and everything went great

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January 06, 2025

5.0

He is smart, kind, and approachable. I trust his care.

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December 27, 2024

5.0

friendly while be honest about my wrist and surgery

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December 22, 2024

5.0

Excellent care

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December 21, 2024

5.0

Please see above. Also took a very practical, outcome/risk based decision which he talked me through fully and helped me understand. Excellent

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Great confidence in his knowledge and abilities.

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Very thorough examination and treatment plan . Physician's , intelligent and articulate demeanor, "bedside manner" and diagnosis and treatment of my injury made me feel confident that I had chosen the right professional to care for me.

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Excellent skills, communication, and empathy.

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December 19, 2024

5.0

He is so sharp, so thorough, so experienced with a great personality

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December 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kalainov is great. Very knowledgeable and professional, he carefully investigated my case, offered both short- and long-term management plans, answered all my questions, and clearly explained all procedures and tests. Great bedside manners and communication. Doctors like him are rare nowadays.

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December 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. KALAINOV explained everything thoroughly to me and I appreciated his honesty about everything that could be done to help my hand even if not 100% again

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December 09, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and personable. Excellent hand surgeon.

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December 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Kalainov is kind and presents all the information in understandable terms. Goes into what types of things to help with pain and prevention.

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Good doctor

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December 04, 2024

5.0

Dr Kalainov was great & my surgery results are even better!

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December 02, 2024

5.0

Total confidence in Dr. Kalainov and his approach to care.

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November 29, 2024

5.0

The doctor explained the issue well and was able to address the it right away.

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November 23, 2024

5.0

Dr Kalainov , took great care of me - he talked to me before my procedure. He explained everything before I went under anesthesia. He made me feel more comfortable.

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November 23, 2024

5.0

Didn't feel rushed. Explained things thoroughly.

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November 20, 2024

5.0

He knows everything about the hands.

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November 20, 2024

5.0

Excellent care

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November 20, 2024

5.0

great Doc.

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November 20, 2024

5.0

Dr Kalainov is absolutely wonderful. Knowledgeable, capable, caring, effective and personable. He involves the patient in decision-making and shares all relevant information. SO glad to have the opportunity to see him.

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November 18, 2024

5.0

Same as above and goog outcome.

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November 18, 2024

5.0

Engaging, took time to explain, professional, highly skilled, warm

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November 15, 2024

5.0

Care and Expertise

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November 14, 2024

5.0

Hes the best

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November 12, 2024

5.0

Very thorough...great bedside manner

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Great doctor

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November 09, 2024

5.0

such a skilled surgeon, explained full procedure, went well

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