Emily A. Gilley, MD

Emily A. Gilley, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Hand Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 2007
Internship:
National Capital Consortium - 2008
Residency:
Naval Medical Center (San Diego) - 2012
Fellowships:
Hospital for Special Surgery - 2015

Board Certifications

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

Faculty Profile

Health System Clinician, 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:
Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9
4.9 

629 Ratings

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August 28, 2023

5.0

Professional who listens and takes time to explain

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August 15, 2023

5.0

Because he answered all my questions and is very kind

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August 15, 2023

5.0

She’s just the best!

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August 15, 2023

5.0

extremely professional

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August 08, 2023

5.0

Wonderful doctor

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Very detail oriented, explains everything in terms that can be understood, very professional and pleasant

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Cause she was wonderful, she did surgery on both of my hands. And everything was great, perfect.

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July 26, 2023

5.0

Expert and clear.

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July 24, 2023

5.0

She is extremely professional and knowledgeable. She explained everything in specific detail about my issue. I am very confident in her.

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July 20, 2023

5.0

Because I was there when my parents and I think is a good place.. but people are friendly and the doctor very professionals

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July 18, 2023

5.0

Wonderful doctor who explained everything thoroughly

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July 18, 2023

5.0

Dr Gilley is so nice, very kind and explained everything she was doing for my condition. She is knowledgeable and very gentle. I haven't been to an orthopaedic doctor before, so it was all new to me.

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July 17, 2023

5.0

very good doctor

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July 17, 2023

5.0

She explained the procedure and recovery and explained why surgery was my best option .

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July 15, 2023

5.0

She exudes confidence gives clear information She also gets high praise from other doctors.

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July 15, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, courteous, made recommendations

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July 14, 2023

5.0

Great doctor

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, clear options, efficient, kind.

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July 10, 2023

5.0

Great surgeon excellent bed side matter 👍 from start to finish

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July 06, 2023

5.0

Kind and excellent doctor

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July 05, 2023

5.0

Very good attention professionally speaking

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July 04, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and efficient.

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July 04, 2023

5.0

I was seen right away, no waiting. Dr. Gilley did an excellent job explaining options and providing treatment.

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June 29, 2023

5.0

She is compassionate and knowledgeable and an just incredible doctor

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June 29, 2023

5.0

Nice personality. Very knowledgeable.

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June 27, 2023

5.0

She and her staff are warm and responsive and always willing to explain or answer questions

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June 22, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gilley was great! She listened to me and explained treatment options and what to do going forward.

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June 13, 2023

5.0

She cares

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June 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gilley was friendly and informative. She explain in great detail the issues with my current hand. She made sure she had an informed consent and was very professional and thoughtful. No pun intended, but I feel I am in excellent Hands with her care!

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June 13, 2023

5.0

Very personable, explains everything, answers all questions, does not make you feel rushed.

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June 12, 2023

5.0

She is awesome, knowledgeable, friendly , easy to understand, she knows a whole lot. .

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June 06, 2023

5.0

Listened well , asked questions , explained next steps, thorough, set my expectations well.

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Liked her a lot. Made sure all questions, concerns, thoughts answered. Made sure had splint made before I left.

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June 02, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gilley is a top surgeon who tells it like it is. I appreciated that she made a proper diagnosis and articulated a course of action for treatment.

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May 30, 2023

5.0

Thorough and quality physician

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May 23, 2023

5.0

Very thorough, expert and personable

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May 22, 2023

5.0

Best bedside manner, great explanation of process.

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May 21, 2023

5.0

I highly recommend her to anyone looking for NM Orthopedic Surgery for care .

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May 20, 2023

5.0

Dr Gilley was able to make suggestions to help my Carpal Tunnel condition

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May 20, 2023

5.0

She is very thorough and comforting

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May 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gilley very knowledgeable , very compassionate and on time.

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May 10, 2023

5.0

Terrific "bedside manner," friendly, explained everything, educational posters in rooms I was in. Made surgery appear easy, while maintaining a professional air.

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May 09, 2023

5.0

She seemed very knowledgeable and she had a great approach.

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May 08, 2023

5.0

Very good Doctor

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May 08, 2023

5.0

Kind. Takes time to talk things through.

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May 08, 2023

5.0

She is extremely knowledgeable, friendly, very easy to talk with . She is an excellent doctor .

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May 04, 2023

5.0

Detailed explanation and prescription

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May 04, 2023

5.0

Took time to explain everything knowledgeable

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May 01, 2023

5.0

All good

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May 01, 2023

5.0

They are very nice

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April 26, 2023

5.0

I had great experience in-and-out of Surgery It was perfect I give her a ten across-the-board!

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April 25, 2023

5.0

Very professional and attentive.

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April 25, 2023

5.0

Delivered what was promised.

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April 20, 2023

5.0

She listens to your voice, and that makes it easier to explain my arm pain.

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April 18, 2023

5.0

Nice and knowledgeable

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April 18, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and communicated well. Asked some of the same questions that the nurse and NP already asked.

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April 12, 2023

5.0

I have the greatest confidence in Dr. Gilley and I know by her eye contact and physical being she is confident and cares about how I feel.

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April 04, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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April 04, 2023

5.0

The excellent care I have received

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March 27, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gilley is a kind, caring, and knowledgeable doctor. I used the first two adjectives to describe Dr. Gilley because to me a doctor being kind and caring is more important. I say this because knowledge can be taught but the other adjectives describe and define who a person is. They come intrinsically within a person. True caring and kindness cannot be taught and are different than bedside manner which doctors seem to use until they are no longer near the patient. Then, you are no longer “seen”. Dr. Gilley cares.

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March 25, 2023

5.0

She was very thorough.

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March 24, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gilley was wonderful, she was warm and took the time to explain the procedure, post-op care, and the process of healing successfully. My post-op care has not wavered in that Dr. Gilley genuinely cared to pop in when I was in for a visit to see her PA or her PT/OT for follow-up care. Dr.Gilley has provided excellent care!

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March 24, 2023

5.0

Good doctor.

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Dr Gilley and her PA and staff has always managed my care with caring & compassion, experience & expertise, and professionalism from my very first appointment and at each and everyone that has followed.Dr Gilley is such a unique valuable asset to NWH Medical and a blessing to all her fortunate patients.

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March 20, 2023

5.0

She is wonderful and thorough in explaining why she decides what she does.

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March 08, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gilley and the staff are very accommodating and helpful.

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March 06, 2023

5.0

She is very knowledgeable, explains things in an understandable fashion and takes her time.

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March 04, 2023

5.0

I love Dr. Gilley and her team. She is the best at what she does, but also one of the kindest physicians that I have ever met. My surgeries and injections have been very successful. I would highly recommend her without reservation!

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March 02, 2023

5.0

Good teller

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March 02, 2023

5.0

Very thorough in her approach and is very kind!

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February 28, 2023

5.0

She was great

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February 28, 2023

5.0

Relates excellently to non-medical patients. Knowledgeable and professional.

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February 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gilley is an excellent and skilled doctor. Very kind and compassionate.

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February 27, 2023

5.0

She explains everything and includes me in the plan of care.

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February 27, 2023

5.0

She explains everything and answers any questions I may have.

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February 26, 2023

5.0

Dr Gilley gave her time to explain all aspects of my condition and how to proceed in getting relief

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February 21, 2023

5.0

She is very confident. If availability were better, I would rate a 10.

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February 13, 2023

5.0

Again, Dr. Gilley is very knowledgeable and she took time to explain everything she was doing. She also allowed me to ask numerous questions, so upon leaving, I felt I had a very clear understanding of my diagnosis and treatment moving forward.

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February 13, 2023

5.0

Professional, though, kind

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February 07, 2023

5.0

There are very few physician who have genuine empathy.

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February 03, 2023

5.0

She is the ultimate professional. Kind caring and extremely personable. Answers your questions throughly, takes her time. Never feel rushed. I highly recommend her

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January 30, 2023

5.0

Very friendly, great patient skills. She took time listening and explaining my treatment.

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Disclosures

Emily A. Gilley, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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