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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Practice Focus Areas

  • Arthroscopic Surgery - Knee
  • Arthroscopic Surgery - Shoulder
  • Arthroscopy - Elbow
  • Athletic Knee Problems
  • Cartilage Preservation
  • Shoulder Problems
  • Shoulder Replacement
  • Shoulder Surgery

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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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

809 Ratings

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Great care

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Very helpful in answering questions and making himself available via in person, via phone, or messaging in MyChart

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August 21, 2022

5.0

Dr. Michael A. Terry, MD is a highly respected and extremely experienced orthopedic surgeon. I believe he is the best in his field. I would urge anyone needing surgery to see him. He is kind and caring, explains and answers questions, and encourages throughout the process. Most importantly, one can absolutely trust that the surgery will be performed with perfection. I am so grateful to Dr. Terry for the success of my surgeries. My physical functioning has been renewed making all of life so much better for me. He is the BEST!!

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August 18, 2022

5.0

Dr Terry is very well respected.

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August 18, 2022

5.0

He is the best.

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Dr. Terry is an elite physician who always makes me feel welcome to communicate and that I am important to him.

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and very thorough explaining to me the best course of action and a plan to move forward.

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Knowledge-explanation-professionalism

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August 16, 2022

5.0

I believe his honesty and trust that he will give me the right answer as to any future needs.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Helped me when doctor at rush said nothing more we can do

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August 15, 2022

5.0

He’s simply the best. Puts me at ease right away. His care is excellent

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August 15, 2022

5.0

On time. Knowledgeable. Thorough. Listened.

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August 14, 2022

5.0

Dr.Terry care about his Patience he Explains everything that you need to do after surgery.

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August 13, 2022

5.0

Dr Terry listens well, is well trained, explains well, respects patient input and questions.

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August 13, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and helpful. For someone who is so academic he has a great bedside manner.

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Aside from completing the surgery, he was really comforting to me and my parents, and visited me post op to talk about how the surgery went. Answered all my questions and left me with no questions on next steps

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Very quick and easy surgery, appreciated his open conversations regarding surgery

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August 10, 2022

5.0

cared what I had to say, friendly

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August 10, 2022

5.0

He had a good bedside manner. He listened to my history and answered all my questions thoroughly.

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August 10, 2022

5.0

HE'S THE BEST!!

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August 10, 2022

5.0

Got straight to the point, offered options, answered questions

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August 10, 2022

5.0

Superior medical care!

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Terry is fantastic. I felt extremely educated and at ease in his care.

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August 09, 2022

5.0

He just that good!

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August 08, 2022

5.0

He knew in ten minutes what myDiagnosis was.

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August 08, 2022

5.0

He is the best, knows shoulder injuries.

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July 29, 2022

5.0

Excellent surgeon and wonderful team

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July 29, 2022

5.0

Great professional surgeon and he cares

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July 29, 2022

5.0

Very professional

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Again very very thorough..

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Great reputation

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July 26, 2022

5.0

My first visit, but was professional and I have some relief from pain.

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July 25, 2022

5.0

He cares about you and will not lead you astray. He will come up with a solid plan for you to follow so in the end you will have good results.

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July 18, 2022

5.0

excellet

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July 18, 2022

5.0

I’ve had good experience and outcomes with Dr Terry

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July 17, 2022

5.0

professional and thorough

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July 13, 2022

5.0

He is very respectful and explains everything easily

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Kind and patient. Good Dr.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Superior surgeon; attentive; friendly; knowledgeable; dedicated.

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Prompt, friendly & informative

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July 10, 2022

5.0

Very talented ortho surgeon. Good bedside manner. Seems like he cares about his patients. Very professional.

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July 06, 2022

5.0

He was very kind, listened to my issues and did a thorough examination. Provided different options as well as his recommendation. Easy to talk with.

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July 06, 2022

5.0

He really listens to your concerns. I would recommend him.

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July 03, 2022

5.0

Great Staff Thank You Northwestern Hospital

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July 01, 2022

5.0

I have been recommending him for years

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June 29, 2022

5.0

He was very professional and treated me with respect

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June 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Terry has great skills, confident in what he does, doesn't rush into surgery. He is professional and values the patient's input. After seeing the twinkle in his eyes following my surgery, I knew he loves his job.

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June 27, 2022

5.0

He was super patient and treated me with respect.

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June 24, 2022

5.0

more then qualified to perform surgeries I needed in the pst

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June 23, 2022

5.0

Easy to talk with made me feel comfortable.

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June 22, 2022

5.0

Dr Terry and his staff are attentive and listen to me.

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June 22, 2022

5.0

He was recommended by my trusted surgeon, Henry Finn, MD

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June 22, 2022

5.0

I'm a repeat patient of his, he's a fine surgeon, speaks in a concise understandable way.He's also a caring person.

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June 20, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and no BS

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June 20, 2022

5.0

He was very thorough in explaining the situation and the next step. And very pleasant.

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June 17, 2022

5.0

Surgery fixed my problems

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June 16, 2022

5.0

Dr Terry and his fourth year student both listened to my concerns, performed their exams and provided initial assessment, as well as next steps.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

If i could go higher than 10, i would

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June 15, 2022

5.0

I really enjoy Dr. Terry and his team they are quick to address concerns.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Great surgeon

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June 11, 2022

5.0

Professionalism, communication, responsiveness

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Excellent examination and explanation of options…..

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Terry fixed my Rt. hip, when UIC told me for 2 years 'nothing was wrong'! I was on crutches and in pain for many years, and Northwestern found the problem rite away!

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June 08, 2022

4.0

He is very knowledgeable. Explains things clearly. However, he often runs behind and sometimes he has someone fill in for him. I did NOT see him today and I wasn’t told why.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Professional, personable, expert

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Professional and very thorough.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Very professional and throughout on treatment plan

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June 06, 2022

5.0

Doctor to patient manor is very good. Professional and understanding To needs of patient. Thorough as he explains remedies associated with chief complaint. Comforting demeanor.

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June 05, 2022

5.0

knowledgable, understated, kind and trustworthy

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June 05, 2022

5.0

I have recommended him many times in the past

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June 02, 2022

5.0

I would recommend him since he listens, attentive and wants to help you.

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June 01, 2022

5.0

Great surgeon who provides great patient care

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May 31, 2022

5.0

Dr Terry exudes confidence and talent covered by a very caring demeanor.Knowing he was doing my surgery kept me calm ahead of time.Thank you!

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May 31, 2022

5.0

Skilled, likeable, and efficient: I was diagnosed and treated in 3 1/2 weeks. Great staff.

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May 25, 2022

5.0

Dr Terry and his team repaired my right knee. And I am amazed my pain is gone and I am able to perform my everyday activities without pain.

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May 25, 2022

5.0

He is amazing! After 6 years in pain for unknown reason at Luries, Dr. Terry diagnosed my daughter and did a surgical repair all in 6 months. She is pain free and loving life again!!

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May 24, 2022

5.0

He repaired my meniscus whereas the first ortho I met with wrote off that possibility, presumably favoring an easier surgery.

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May 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Terry is clear when discussing my concerns and gives me multiple treatment options.

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Terry is experienced and has successfully treated more patients than I know.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Dr. Terry care about his patients and he listens to them and he’s straight forward.

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May 14, 2022

5.0

Thorough, listens well, knowledgeable, well trained, experienced

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May 13, 2022

5.0

He’s a great doctor. Very helpful and accommodating with appointments. Explained things in detail and knew what he was talking about. Friendly and knowledgeable.

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May 12, 2022

5.0

Extremely informative, great listener, one of the best

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May 11, 2022

5.0

Prior experience and great outcomes

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May 09, 2022

5.0

Experience, trustworthy, credible, took time to explain and make sure all was understood

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May 07, 2022

5.0

Dr Terry was prompt, professional and accurate.

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May 04, 2022

5.0

Bedside manner. Listened to my concerns, explained results clearly, included me in the decision making concerning next steps. Professional, yet friendly. Spent appropriate amount of time with me.

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March 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Terry is one of the most compassionate, caring doctors I have ever had.

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March 25, 2022

5.0

He listens.

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March 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Terry is a very qualified doctor who spends as much time with you to advise you on all the available treatments and what you can expect.

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March 23, 2022

5.0

Good listener, skilled

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Buen doctor y su ayudante también

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Listened to my concerns, included me in the decision making.

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable. Very professional but listened to all my concerns without rushing me.

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March 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Terry is absolutely THE BEST Orthopaedic Surgeon. He is kind. He takes time to explain everything and answer every question. I trust him completely and know that the outcomes to my treatment will be exceptional with Dr. Terry as my doctor. I am so grateful for his knowledge, compassion, and expertise.

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March 16, 2022

5.0

Dr was thorough and informative. He answered all of my questions and I did not feel rushed.

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Clear and directed diagnosis

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, efficient, good communication

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Very interesting in your problem and very good at explaining what needs to be done. And most importantly did not rush. That is hard to find in a doctor these days!

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March 07, 2022

4.0

I was happy the doctor had an idea of what was wrong, but I would’ve appreciated him taking a little more time to explain everything. He walked in 45 minutes late (unapologetically) and spent less than 5 minutes with me. It’s clear he knows his stuff, but again, I would’ve appreciated a little more thoroughness.

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Disclosures

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

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