Matthew D. Saltzman, MD | Northwestern Medicine

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Arthritis
Bicep or tricep rupture
Biceps or pectoral rupture
Biceps, triceps or pectoral problem
Dislocation
Elbow dislocation

Elbow pain
Pain
Rotator cuff tear or labral tear
Shoulder replacement - new replacement
Shoulder replacement - problems with previous replacement
Suspected or known fracture or broken bone(s)

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 2003
Internship:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2004
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2008
Fellowships:: University of Washington - 2009

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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Overall Rating

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2609 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

He did such a great job with surgery, very caring surgeon!

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February 26, 2026

5.0

Quick, efficient and professional expertise.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

great attention to detail and care for goals

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Outstanding doctor and surgeon

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Great bedside manner and surgeon

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February 22, 2026

5.0

His staff is friendly & pleasant. Dr. Saltzman spoke directly to me & explained everything in detail. He also made sure I did not have any questions. Such a rare quality.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

He is a class act, tremendous surgeon and great communicator !

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Great Doctor and on top of my issue

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February 17, 2026

5.0

I would totally recommend him! He identified the problem I had immediately and I appreciate his expertise.

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February 12, 2026

5.0

As far as surgeons he is the best.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Am scoring him 10 but I'll reserve real judgment until after the surgery.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Dr SALTZMAN has been extremely good with helping me over the time many year's. His advice was very helpful today in determining what I need to do next All staff are very knowledgeable & helpful also!

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February 07, 2026

5.0

friendly, explains things thoroughly.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Great surgeon and understanding easy to talk to

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Because he's doing his best for his/her patients and gives the best outcome for each one of them.

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February 01, 2026

5.0

He and has assistant Ervin listen to me.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

He performed a highly skilled procedure on me.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

I like Dr. Saltzman. He was very professional explained everything to me and he is very high ratings. He was recommended to me by my PCP.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Dr. Salzman is professional and courteous. He was patient with me and answered all my questions. Evin was also professional and courteous. She also explained very well.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

He listened and addressed my conerns

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Dr Saltzman I highly recommend to family and friends. He has a professional, caring demeanor and explains things in an understandable detailed manner. Blessed to have him as my orthopedic surgeon

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Helpful and has great team I'll let you know in 6 weeks

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Dr. Saltzman, takes time to listen and does excellent work in the surgery with his team. Thanks everyone!

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January 20, 2026

4.0

Very good reviews from my circle of friends

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January 17, 2026

5.0

Dr. Saltzman is always thoughtful and caring.

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January 17, 2026

5.0

He didn't say, you need surgery. He said, here are your options.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

This was my first office visit to Dr Saltzman, and he immediately put me at ease. He asked me questions related to my office visit and I felt very confident talking with him and being under his medical care. I will definitely recommend Dr Saltzmam to family and friends.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

He is thorough and explains just what he can do.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

The phy

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Dr. Saltzman is an excellent surgeon and a compassionate physician. He was very helpful to me.

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January 10, 2026

5.0

Excellent care for my shoulder replacement. Truly expert care.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Excellent and superb service.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Expertise. Quality support team.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Excellent physician who gets more personable the more visits you have with him.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

As I mentioned above, pleasant and competent surgeon

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Again, like the Allstate ads, one is in good hands.

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December 25, 2025

5.0

Skillful, pleasant and direct.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Excellent care pre & post surgery. Recovery (2weeks out) going well & office & staff wonderful

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December 18, 2025

5.0

He is clear and his work on my shoulders seems a miracle

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December 13, 2025

5.0

I like him

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Friendly and professional. I was pleased with his advice.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Excellent physician with great bedside manner and incredible skill.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Just plain good at hus job, effective with explanations, and open, friendly personality.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Profesional services and kindness.Thank you so much.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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December 04, 2025

5.0

He is best in his field! He is so kind, friendly and professional! I would definitely recommend anyone who has shoulder issues to see him! The best!

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Professionalism Experience

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December 03, 2025

5.0

An excellent surgeon who listens to your questions and addresses your concerns.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Brilliant effective personable surgeon.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Quality of care provided was exceptional

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November 30, 2025

5.0

Knowledgable takes time with patients

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November 27, 2025

5.0

He has such expertise in this area and is also kind and personable- answers questions and takes time for me.

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November 26, 2025

5.0

Expert reading of my MRI convinced him I was a good candidate for arthroscopic shoulder repair after another orthopedist told me that I was too old. Surgery went exceptionally well, recovery, rapid with dramatic improvement, in quality of life.

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November 26, 2025

5.0

Very experienced. Good reputation. Satisfied former patients.

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November 26, 2025

5.0

As far as I can tell, he seemed very diligent so far.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

He is very competent and patient

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November 24, 2025

5.0

He was very personable and his staff was always easy to reach through MyChart

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November 23, 2025

5.0

The Dr. discusses and explains what treatment if any that I'll need to help with my medical problems.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Although he cannot do anything for my particular situation, I appreciate his diagnosis and time spent with my medical history and current shoulder doctor status.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

I just got so much confidence in Dr. Saltzman's abilities as a surgeon. He came highly recommended by my excellent doctor - Dr. [full name]. And I see why. His high level of experience and expertise was immediately obvious. The procedure was so incredibly efficient and the early recovery seems to be fast and easy.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Smart and efficient.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Same as above Displayed confidence and well organized Answered all question

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Once again at ease.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

competent, knowledgeable, explains well

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November 08, 2025

5.0

he seems knowledgeable and easy to talk with.

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Dr Saltzman was helpful and clear in his explanation of my issue. I feel I received excellent care.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

I've had both shoulders done by Dr Saltzman. He's just a really great Dr.

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November 03, 2025

5.0

From the first appointment he took my pain and concerns seriously.

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November 01, 2025

5.0

Answered my questions and explained my concerns

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October 30, 2025

5.0

He helped me through a scary time (shoulder dislocation) and recommended against surgical treatment and guided me towards PT. Three months after the incident, I'm at approximately 65% range of motion and improving.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

He is just good!

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October 28, 2025

5.0

I find him to be very congenial, knowledgeable, concerned and compassionate.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Clearly explained his interpretation of my mri and xrays

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Matthew Saltzman was very detailed on explaining my situation.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Honest assessment. Listens to concerns and is thorough

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Saltzman was very professional did a great job with my surgery. He always explained everything that was going on and answered any questions I had . He is polite, punctual , and professional.

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October 19, 2025

5.0

Successful surgery, recovery going very well, excellentcommunication skills both before and after the operation. Surgical team immediately responsive to questions. after another orthopedist told me I was not a good candidate for shoulder replacement, Dr. Saltzman recognized that arthroscopic repair was a possibility after reading the MRI. After a year of shoulder pain severely restricting, my activities,the surgery is allowing me to return to a normal life.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Very friendly, knowledgeable fantastic place.....savey dresser

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October 14, 2025

4.0

I have onnly seen him twice.

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October 13, 2025

5.0

EXCELLENT FOR YEARS. AND HISTORY OF CONSISTENT, CONSIDERATE PROFESSIONAL CARE.

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October 11, 2025

5.0

Good Doctor and seems like a caring person.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

He included me in the next steps.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Very kind and caring.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Professional care and very responsive to all my questions and concerns.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Very likely

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October 07, 2025

5.0

He did an excellent job on reverse shoulder replacement and already feeling the results. He is also very thorough and excellent communicator.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

I feel very confident that I am in the best possible hands for my shoulder surgery

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September 23, 2025

5.0

I liked him. On time. Good exam and agree with his recommendations

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September 23, 2025

5.0

He's done both my shoulder surgeries. He is a great surgeon.

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September 18, 2025

5.0

Outstanding surgeon, with great bedside manner

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September 18, 2025

5.0

He's an excellent surgeon.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable. Good explanation of surgical procedure choice. Well respected.

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September 15, 2025

5.0

I am very comfortable with every step and in minimal pain, taking the meds they gave me. I think he did a great job.

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September 14, 2025

5.0

Thorough exam and found out what my problem is with recommendations on what to do.

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September 10, 2025

5.0

Skill. Knowledgeable

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Knowledge

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September 07, 2025

5.0

Obviously incredibly knowledgeable and super efficient; gave time to answer all questions

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September 06, 2025

5.0

Caring, efficient, professional personality

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September 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Saltzman was very professional. He analyzed my condition and came up with a plan.

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September 03, 2025

5.0

Dr Saltzman understands I live very healthy and proactive lifestyle which includes cardio, yoga and weight training. I recommend Dr Saltzman to others. My personal trainer knows I'm very selective about my health care professionals so he is already recommending Dr Saltzman to his clients!

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