Stephen M. Gryzlo, MD

4.9

1494 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

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
Distal Biceps Repair
Elbow Disorders
Elbow Surgery
Upper Extremity Surgery

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1985
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1990
Fellowships:: Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic - 1991

Board Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (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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1494 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

Detailed explanation of diagnosis and suggested future care. Attentive to hear about my lifestyle and desire to get back to my normal activities.

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April 29, 2024

5.0

no nonsense .pragmatic and personable . .

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April 29, 2024

5.0

Professional

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April 29, 2024

5.0

I feel he provides the best care possible and explains my situation so I can understand it.

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Detailed visit. Explained US & XR report as well as next steps

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April 22, 2024

5.0

explained everything well. willing to answer questions instead of rushing through explanations.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

The professionalism, his experience, the bedside manner he has. He explains everything thoroughly and takes his time and answers all questions. Outstanding doctor.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Gryzlo has the best bed /chair side manners you will find. He talks to you like he's a friend or someone who truly cares. Would highly recommend Dr Gryzlo to anyone looking for an excellent surgeon

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, listens well, explained my symptoms and developed a good treatment protocol

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April 09, 2024

5.0

He is a wonderful surgeon with a great staff

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April 08, 2024

5.0

I was a referral from a friend and I have referred 2 others. We all agree that he is thorough and compassionate.

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Super great Surgeon!

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Gets quickly to the issue at hand and offers caring personal advice.

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March 29, 2024

5.0

Explains diagnosis and recommendations for treatment thoroughly and effectively Shows respect for the patient Considers the patient's goals/desires/needs in recommending treatment Conservative approach -- doesn't automatically recommend surgery

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March 29, 2024

5.0

He was very thorough and showed he cares and made me feel comfortable. He's approachable and takes care to get to the root cause.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Second surgery with Dr. Gryzlo. He isolates the problem and fixes it.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

He is the guys for a job. Very professional

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March 22, 2024

5.0

He is a master of his craft, but more importantly, he listens to his patients. I really trust him.

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Personable

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Spend time,explain everything

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gryzlo is very friendly, went over the x-rays with me and explained what had happened in my knee and give me a choice of possible treatments.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Gryzlo is outstanding. He takes the time to thoroughly examine, evaluate and explain. You do not feel rushed and always confident in his perspective on the situation. I highly recommend him to anyone with orthopedic issues.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

He was my surgeon 13 years ago. He takes great care in explaining the planned procedures, and presenting options for treatment.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Spent time with me, answered all my questions, was sincere, not in a hurry to leave, enjoyed the experience.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Excellent explanation

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Very professional office!

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Very sharp. Dedicated a lot of time to explaining my injury and my options.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Everything was explained to me in a way that I understood and the doctor listened to my questions and answered them efficiently

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March 15, 2024

5.0

He's the most Kindest, Caring, Personable Dr. He explains everything and listens to your concerns. He's an excellent Dr in everyway. I'd never go to anyone else. I highly recommend him. He genuinely cares about your well being. Very very nice Dr. He's very interested in doing the best options for your health care. An absolutely outstanding Dr who goes above and beyond for his patients. He also makes you feel comfortable.. An impeccable Dr. Never rushes you either. Highly recommend!!

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Genuinely wanted to understand

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March 14, 2024

5.0

I trust him and he did an amazing job with my meniscus surgery. My recovery was outstanding. I believe he's one of the best in his field. he explains things really clearly, takes his time but doesn't waste time.

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Wonderful and thorough doctor.

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Professionalism and knowledge

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March 14, 2024

5.0

He explained in great detail on the knee and how to repair it. Thanks and keep that mustang of your rolling.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Spent the time to explain the MRI of my knee and explained it in terms I could understand. He actually appeared to care about me, not always my experience with the medical profession.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

He listens well and he genuinely cares about his patients.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Very good doctor

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Explains to you everything and listens to your issue.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

He was great. Warm and clear with his medical recommendations. I felt confident leaving our sessions about appropriate next steps.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gryzlo was great! I felt he was very professional and displayed a great deal of knowledge and experience in evaluating my knee injury. I totally trusted the decisions he made in my care.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

I am extremely satisfied with Dr Gryzlo. He is very skilled and very pleasant to work with.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gryzlo is an amazing phenomenal physician. Great bedside manner. Polite. Caring. Take time to converse with his patients always concerned about the patient. Listen to the patient question and concerns not ever rushing to leave room without making me feel like a patient and not just a number. I would recommend Dr. Gryzlo in a heartbeat. He's one of the best doctors I've ever had!!

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February 22, 2024

5.0

I have been his patient for a number of years including surgery which was successful. I feel that I am in very competent hands.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

Read above comments and have recommended him several time and those to whom I recommended have told me he was great for them.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

Professional and efficient

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February 06, 2024

5.0

He was knowledgeable , thorough and kind.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Robert [ ] highly recommended Dr. Gryzlo, and Dr. Gryzlo was as expected: excellent.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Competent, explains clearly, polite and sensitive, listens. Many of the professionals who saw me in pre-op said he was their favorite! Mine too.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gryzlo was kind, empathic, listened well and worked to get to the root of my concern. I'm so appreciative!

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January 25, 2024

5.0

He is the finest physician I have encountered. He cares. He's the greatest.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

He was very professional, knowledgeable and took a direct interest in my well being.

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January 20, 2024

5.0

Personable, explained the procedure and potential complications. Fingers crossed that post PT I will be back to myself!

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Skillful, kind, and very carefully explained treatment options carefully and thoroughly. Answered all of my questions. Is surrounded by a supportive team which makes communications very easy.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

The best!

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Clear To the point Positive

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Caring, great bedside manner, spends time with patients and ask question. Listen to the patient and not just blow off what I have to say. Polite, just all around a great physician

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Dr Gryzlo is the best he look out for my betterment when it comes to my ortho care.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Great people skills and knowledge of orthopedic.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Professionalism

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Very informative

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Efficient, straightforward, clear, logical - really appreciate his attitude and care.

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December 25, 2023

5.0

I'm a repeat custome

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December 25, 2023

5.0

Very personable and explained everything to me

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Does his job well. Treats the patient not the computer. Talks to me and explains what needs to be done. A doctor that cares about what he does.

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Good dr

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December 15, 2023

5.0

I like his communication style. Spends the time needed but not more.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

We were very impressed with his expertise, professionalism and kindness.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

I have seen him before and liked his manner of treatment and communication ability.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

He was thorough and explained the results in a way that was easy to understand and follow.

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December 08, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manners, superior experience and competence.

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December 08, 2023

5.0

Takes time to explain options and expectations.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Listened attentive and empathetic

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Knowledge doctor

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gryzlo is very clear in his explanations; he ran on time, answered my questions, and was very respectful and considerate!

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Conference, thoroughness and honesty

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December 04, 2023

5.0

He is a very good doctor and surgeon

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Personabl, caring and intelligent

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November 30, 2023

5.0

No one better than Doctor Gryzlo. One of the nicest most caring. He honestly takes time to explain everything and couldn't be any nicer.

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November 30, 2023

5.0

Spent time with me explaining the injury and options. I felt very well taken care of

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November 28, 2023

5.0

Excellent! Knowledgeable, caring, terrific to work with. And the surgery turned out well!

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Excellent service from beginning to end

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Solidvpro

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November 19, 2023

5.0

Great care Great team and great follow up

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November 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gryzlo and his PA, Joe, are exceptionally professional. From the first consultation to the second (with the unfortunate news of badly needed surgery), the actual surgery and follow-ups I knew I made a great choice. They answer every question. Tell it like it is. And have made the situation easier to get through than I thought it would be. Still a long road to full recovery, but I know that Dr. Gryzlo and his team will be there helping every step of the way.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Awesome guy and surgeon!!

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November 13, 2023

5.0

He's the best! Patient, caring, polite with an awesome bedside manner. Takes all the time the patient need to ask and answer questions. It's a great feeling to know we still have people in health care that still cares.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Great Dr great bedside manner

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November 13, 2023

5.0

compassionate, thorough, explained everything, ran on time

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November 10, 2023

5.0

He is the best

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November 10, 2023

5.0

Great surgeon and makes you feel like you matter. Great bedside manner.

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November 10, 2023

5.0

Bedside manor, explanation of the procedure and great overall job

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November 10, 2023

5.0

The consummate professional

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, efficient and friendly!

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Everything is great. Pay attention to my needs, listens and offers advice. The best of the profession!

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Explained everything and ordered the tests I needed. Wonderful bedside manner! Smart and personable.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Highly competent care and very informative. Appointments are generally on time.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

He's the best. Everyone knows that.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

He spends time with his patients and explains everything thoroughly

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November 03, 2023

5.0

Great consultation and feedback to my questions and concerns.

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November 02, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gryzlo is excellent - very professional and knowledgeable. Always shows great compassion when he tells you about how you're doing.

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