Lucas Theodore Buchler, MD

Lucas Theodore Buchler, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Secondary Specialty

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Indiana University School of Medicine - 2013
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2018
Fellowships:
University of Colorado School of Medicine/Steadman Hawkins Clinic-Denver - 2019

Board Certifications

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

Faculty Profile

Assistant 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
4.9 

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August 29, 2023

5.0

Wonderful manner. Highly skilled

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August 18, 2023

5.0

Professional, caring, communicates well

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August 18, 2023

5.0

I trusted Dr. Buchler's experience regarding my injury. He knew exactly what to do with my case in particular.

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August 17, 2023

5.0

Very upfront

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August 15, 2023

5.0

Very specific and clear when explaining the results

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August 14, 2023

5.0

Excellent communicator

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August 14, 2023

5.0

Professional and caring.

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August 11, 2023

5.0

He a great doctor

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August 10, 2023

5.0

Very personable, approachable & does not rush you out the door. He has always answered all my questions & asked if there was anything else.

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August 10, 2023

5.0

Very kind Takes time to explain and listen Doesn’t brush you off

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August 07, 2023

5.0

Very straight forward about explaining

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July 31, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and pragmatic

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July 28, 2023

5.0

Thorough; knowledgable, considerate. Took time with explanations and involved me in decision making.

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July 28, 2023

5.0

He was very thorough from the pre-op consult to the surgery and aftercare. He’s a very nice and personable guy.

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Knows his stuff and is direct.

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Dr Buchler spends time to answer all of my questions. He explains treatments well before proceeding with care.

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July 26, 2023

5.0

He listened from the beginning and put me on a treatment plan that has changed my life. That’s my favorite doc.

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July 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Buchler answered all of my questions and made sure I had a clear understanding of my treatment options. His bedside manner is excellent. He sat with me and explained my medical care at a level that I could understand.

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July 25, 2023

5.0

Personable, patient and listens.

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July 24, 2023

5.0

Great doctor

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July 17, 2023

5.0

Very easy to talk to and I never felt rushed. And my knee is better!

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July 13, 2023

5.0

Great personality, understanding

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July 13, 2023

5.0

Understands my goals and limitations and supports me achieving them.

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July 01, 2023

5.0

Sharp, professional

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June 30, 2023

5.0

Excellent doctor

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June 30, 2023

5.0

Dr Buchler was very thorough and explained anatomy and the surgery to my understanding.

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June 29, 2023

5.0

He cared about my situation.

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June 21, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manners, straightforward and progressive professional.

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June 20, 2023

5.0

He is informative and knowledgeable. He answers the questions and explains things well.

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June 16, 2023

5.0

Dr.Lucas demonstrates and explains and to resolve the resolution.

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June 15, 2023

5.0

Easy to talk to and pleasant. Took his time with me. Did not rush.

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June 15, 2023

5.0

10 The Doctors and staff members are extremely professional, knowledgeable and talk throughly and explain the issues with their patients. You feel very confident when leaving NWH that you just received the best health care possible.

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June 13, 2023

5.0

He’s very through & takes time to ask questions & listen & make recommendations

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June 09, 2023

5.0

Good doctor

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June 03, 2023

5.0

I did my research, and he is one of Northwestern‘s best doctors, therefore, I am confident in his opinion and skills.

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June 01, 2023

5.0

Great surgeon and a great person.

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June 01, 2023

5.0

He’s very nice and explained everything nicely

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May 14, 2023

5.0

very personable and knoledgeable

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May 05, 2023

5.0

Same as above Took his time with me

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May 01, 2023

5.0

Dr Lucas Buchler was super nice & seemed genuinely interested in helping me. He was also very easy to talk to..explaining things very clearly.

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April 29, 2023

5.0

For his good treatment that I personally received from Dr. Buchler, 100% chances that I recommend Dr. Buchler absolutely, I will do it as many times as necessary with great pleasure, it will be a pleasure.

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April 27, 2023

5.0

good experience

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April 21, 2023

5.0

Regarding the staff and his assistant, I received good attention and good treatment. Dr. Buchler is a man with a very good attitude, extremely kind and professionally he leaves a good impression, he has passion to listen to the patient, I am very happy with the treatment and attention that received from Dr. Lucas Theodore Buchler MD.

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April 17, 2023

5.0

He was patient and listened to all my questions and concerns.

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April 14, 2023

5.0

Great practitioner. Great manner

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April 12, 2023

5.0

Caring attitude

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April 10, 2023

5.0

He’s very professional and cares.

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April 07, 2023

5.0

Again, his "bed side manner" is exemplary and his time and dedication to address questions/concerns that a patient may have is incredible. I never feel rushed when I have a check-in/consult with him.

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April 04, 2023

5.0

Very good

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April 03, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly, helpful

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April 03, 2023

5.0

Very attentive to my symptoms and story and took time to explain the pathophysiology of what was going on. Very professional and timely

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April 03, 2023

5.0

He’s very attentive, compassionate and informative !!! I appreciate that.

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March 30, 2023

5.0

To the point and very simple to understand. His diagnosis and post injection results were spot on.

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March 30, 2023

4.0

This visit, he appeared more invested in my healthcare. He addressed my questions completely and to my satisfaction. This was a great physician/patient experience for me.

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March 27, 2023

5.0

He always makes sure to explain everything thoroughly and answers all my questions.

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March 27, 2023

5.0

Professional, good bedside manner and very knowledgeable.

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March 27, 2023

5.0

Very attentive care and didn’t feel rushed

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March 24, 2023

5.0

Down to earth, listens, easy to communicate with, provides good insights and valuable feedback. Great experience thus far!

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March 24, 2023

5.0

Came in took the time to listen, was very friendly and explained what he thought might be going on. Also helped get the process to answers moving faster.

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March 24, 2023

5.0

Very direct and honest

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March 24, 2023

5.0

He explains everything in great detail, he has no problem with answering whatever questions I might have, and he has a great relationship with his patients

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March 23, 2023

5.0

Professional MD

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March 20, 2023

5.0

Communicates well. Answers questions thoughtfully. Puts me at ease.

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March 20, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and professional staff

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March 10, 2023

5.0

He was very good at laying-out what he was going to do and what can be expected during and after surgery. Very calming manner

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March 08, 2023

5.0

He’s the best I’ve ever met

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March 03, 2023

5.0

Personalized care and attention from doctor Buchler was great!

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March 02, 2023

5.0

His knowledge/compassion

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March 01, 2023

4.0

Dr Buchler seems like a good doctor based on how he clearly explained my MRI results and the options for treatment. He was very patient and thorough in answering my questions.

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March 01, 2023

5.0

For the care and service of explaining procedures and treatment

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February 28, 2023

5.0

very professional

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February 27, 2023

5.0

Tremendous team, incredible outcomes

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February 27, 2023

5.0

great doctor

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February 24, 2023

5.0

Excellent Surgeon

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February 23, 2023

5.0

I like him.

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February 20, 2023

5.0

he takes time to listen, assist with understanding prognosis and treatment s t eps. Really feel that were a cohesive team in my treatment - pre-surgery through to post-op recovery and weeks into recovery with my physical therapist.

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February 20, 2023

5.0

He did what he said he would do and is easily spoken with

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February 17, 2023

5.0

I’ve seen Dr Buchler twice now for injuries to both my knees and he was always clear on my options and expected outcomes. He’s very easy to talk to and I never feel rushed.

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February 08, 2023

5.0

Very pleasant to deal with-caring and wonderful!

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February 08, 2023

5.0

great doctor

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February 08, 2023

5.0

Thoughtful

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February 07, 2023

5.0

Knows his stuff.

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February 06, 2023

5.0

Perdonable, professional and attentive.

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February 06, 2023

5.0

quality of care

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February 06, 2023

5.0

Listened and provided feedback and treatment

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February 01, 2023

5.0

Very courteous and attentive and knowledgeable

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January 27, 2023

5.0

One of the good ones, all his staff is great.

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