Michael A. Terry, MD

Michael A. Terry, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Secondary Specialty

  • Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 1998
Internship:
New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) - 1999
Residency:
Hospital for Special Surgery - 2003
Fellowships:
Steadman Philippon Research Institute - 2004

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine (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 Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9
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86 Reviews

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86 Reviews

August 30, 2023

5.0

Excellent clinician and surgeon.

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August 30, 2023

5.0

Very thorough, attentive, and friendly. Involved me in the decision making process. Explained everything clearly.

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August 30, 2023

5.0

Very informative and patient.

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August 21, 2023

5.0

Great physician and great care. Spent time listening and providing guidance.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

He’s the best

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Terry performed a complete shoulder replacement surgery for me with excellent results.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Easy to communicate with and provided excellent care to my family member.

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August 09, 2023

5.0

He’s amazing

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August 09, 2023

5.0

He was able to offer different options for care of my tennis elbow that previous dr’s hadn’t suggested.

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August 07, 2023

5.0

Extremely well versed in the surgery, I was and remain fully confident of a positive outcome.

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August 07, 2023

5.0

He is thorough and thoughtful

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August 07, 2023

5.0

Knowledge-10 Skill - 10 Leadership - 10 I am fortunate to have had him as my Surgeon!

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July 31, 2023

5.0

He is a fantastic surgeon who really listens to his pt.’s and explains everything.

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July 27, 2023

5.0

He is very concerned about what you have to say , about your concerns, and takes all of that into how he determines the course of treatment

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July 26, 2023

5.0

He’s caring, considerate, and knowledgeable.

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July 19, 2023

4.0

He seems to know what he's doing and is willing to answer questions. And I am grateful that even though he is a surgeon, he's doing everything he can to help me heal from my injury without surgery.

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Dr Terry is the best

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July 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Terry is professional, courteous, pays attention to my concerns.

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July 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Terry lays out the plan in an organized way, let’s you know exactly what to focus on, and what to expect.

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July 04, 2023

5.0

He’s giving the best care with a heavy dose of humanity, charisma and jokes!! This is my second ortho surgery with him and I was even more pleased (and less afraid) the second time around. Millie was also even better than the retired nurse (which I didn’t even think was possible). Dr terry clearly sets the culture around his team and it works for the benefit of stellar and holistic patient care!

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June 30, 2023

5.0

Very caring and explained what he was doing and why. Will recommend Dr Terry to family and friends.

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June 30, 2023

5.0

So far so good. He did my last surgery on my other knee as well and I find him professional, empathetic and skilled.

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June 30, 2023

5.0

Mike has provided great care and superb customer service to me through the years.

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June 21, 2023

5.0

Best

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June 19, 2023

5.0

Competence Knowledgeable

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June 19, 2023

5.0

The surgery went very smooth, without complications and he was a good professional

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June 16, 2023

5.0

I have had four surgeries performed by dr Terry and so far all very successful

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Very professional and informative

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June 07, 2023

5.0

Comprehensive exam. Doctor listened to me and followed up quickly. Feels Iike my care is in good hands!

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient.

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Terry explained everything in detail and answered all of my questions. He seemed empathetic to my injury, pain, and goals for recovery.

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June 04, 2023

5.0

He is a man that gives it Straight ,very impressive and he understands me

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Skill

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Explained everything thoroughly, felt very comfortable

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May 28, 2023

5.0

The best!

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May 22, 2023

5.0

Hes good,professional,and he knows his stuff.

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May 19, 2023

5.0

Great person, great doctor

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May 17, 2023

5.0

We never felt rushed or felt less important to him.

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May 11, 2023

5.0

Very Professional

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May 10, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and considerate.

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May 10, 2023

5.0

Dr Terry is an exceptional doctor. He is professional and thorough. And GOOD !

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May 08, 2023

5.0

Intelligent Personable

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May 01, 2023

5.0

He is a strong advocate for his patients.

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May 01, 2023

5.0

He knows his stuff.

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May 01, 2023

5.0

Very friendly,helpful and knowledgeable

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May 01, 2023

5.0

I trust Dr. Terry. Knowledgeable and explains procedure well.

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April 27, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and caring

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April 26, 2023

5.0

Continue to follow up on progress and offer future support if needed.

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April 26, 2023

5.0

I have had Dr. Terry for other surgeries and they have been excellent! I trust him and know that I will get the best of care.

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April 24, 2023

4.0

Thought he diagnosed problem immediately but I felt rushed.

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April 24, 2023

5.0

He is a thorough, professional, compassionate caregiver…. One of the best Homo sapiens on the planet.

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April 24, 2023

5.0

He is one of the best! Friendly, knowledgeable skilled.

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April 24, 2023

5.0

Dr. Terry and his team always take the time to listen and answer any questions. They are always prompt and professional and treat me how they would want to be treated. I know I can trust his assessments and treatments without ever a doubt. He is the most talented and trustworthy of Doctors I've ever known.

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April 24, 2023

5.0

Concise, timely and extremely knowledgeable. I feel very confident under his care.

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April 24, 2023

5.0

He is thorough and involves the patient in the care plan. He offers relevant options. I trust him.

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April 24, 2023

5.0

I felt that I was in good hands and truly I was thank you Dr Terry

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April 23, 2023

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable. Looks at problem not age of patient.

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April 18, 2023

5.0

I believe that he has my full intrest in mind

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April 17, 2023

5.0

See above statement He’s excellent!!

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April 16, 2023

5.0

Excellent bedside manner. Dr. Terry attended to me himself, not his resident. He explained everything clearly and precisely including next steps, with both kindness and most importantly empathy.

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April 12, 2023

5.0

He great!

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April 10, 2023

5.0

I love e Dr Terry explains everything to you in laymen terms and makes sure you understand everything

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April 10, 2023

5.0

Approachable, informative, although will have final opinion after surgery is scheduled and then completed

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April 10, 2023

5.0

Dr Terry and his staff made me feel comfortable and taken care of during my visit. I immediately felt relaxed and not nervous anymore once I was with them!

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March 27, 2023

5.0

He is excellent.

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March 22, 2023

5.0

Super impressed with Dr. Terry

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March 17, 2023

5.0

I have never had a moment when I felt unsupported, unheard, or not respected. He educates me about my challenges, and engages me in the decisions about next steps toward better health. He’s just terrific.

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March 13, 2023

5.0

He's knowledgable and has exudes optimism and confidence.

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March 09, 2023

5.0

Dr Terry and his clinical team were very thorough and listened attentively to my questions It was very refreshing to experience unhurried ,fully in the moment ,patient care. I am definitely highly likely to recommend others to DrTerryThank you.

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February 20, 2023

5.0

He is incredibly gifted, kind and affable physician

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February 20, 2023

5.0

He’s been excellent to deal with.

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February 20, 2023

5.0

Excellent surgeon he listens & explains everything.

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February 15, 2023

5.0

Very nice. Explains everything in a thorough fashion and asks if you have any questions.

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February 15, 2023

5.0

Very impressed with his professionalism and expertise

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February 10, 2023

5.0

Expertise bedside manner and personality! Truly listened.

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February 08, 2023

5.0

Dr. Terry explained everything thoroughly and was a thoughtful listener. Answered all of my questions. Thank you Dr. Terry!

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February 06, 2023

5.0

In the past Dr. Terry is great, did not see him today, I met with his resident

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February 06, 2023

5.0

Amazing results on my ACL reconstruction. Really impressed.

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February 01, 2023

5.0

He’s patient. He listens.

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February 01, 2023

5.0

Dr Michael Terry is awesome!

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February 01, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, kind, caring!

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February 01, 2023

5.0

He listened to my sons goals around returning to play sports and helped him woth realistic time lines and progression

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January 24, 2023

5.0

He sits with and he really cares about you. He gives you a treatment plan that works for the patient,

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January 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Terry is the best. I have referred several other patients to him and he has been my orthopedic doctor since 2007.

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January 17, 2023

5.0

I am very confident with the decision regarding care with Dr.Terry. He is always polite and pleasant with me during appointments.

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January 16, 2023

5.0

He is very thorough. He takes the time with his patients that they need and explains everything.

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Disclosures

Michael A. Terry, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

External Professional Relationships

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