Thomas W. Kiesler, MD

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Hand Surgery

Secondary Specialty

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Indiana University School of Medicine - 1992
Internship:: Indiana University School of Medicine - 1993
Residency:: Indiana University School of Medicine - 1997
Fellowships:: Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center - 1998

Board Certifications

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

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Northwestern Medicine Surgery Center

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.8

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1701 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

91 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

91 Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kiesler does his job to perfection. He is kind & understanding and a great hand doctor.

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April 29, 2024

5.0

He is thorough and good at His Practice!

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April 26, 2024

4.0

Explained things well No messing around!

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Kiesler cares about his patients and is great as a surgeon.

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Keisler took time and showed care.

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Professional and knowledgeable

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Very thorough reviewing MRI results with us & set realistic expectations.

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April 22, 2024

5.0

No nonsense guy who knows his stuff. Bedside manner could be a bit better.

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Skillful surgeon, great bedside manner

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Dr Kiesler did an amazing job fixing my wrist! The incision is perfect and healed perfectly

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April 20, 2024

5.0

No nonsense, worked with me, answered all my questions, had time to address my concerns. Surgery went well, no more pain

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April 19, 2024

5.0

He was good at what he does and observant. Offered additional help and support

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Explains in detail what is going on ask questions and listens

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April 15, 2024

4.0

He explained what could be wrong. Used pictures very thorough

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April 12, 2024

5.0

He did my hand LRTI surgery years ago. I recovered quickly and have full motion with no pain since surgery. I just saw him recently for another small issue with a finger. He took care of it in the office that day. He is very knowledgable and is to the point. I highly recommend him.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

His experience.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Very comforting and I feel good about the upcoming procedure

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Kiesler is knowledgeable, informative and kind. Easy to work with and excellent results are found from treatment.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kiesler was very thorough!

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Thorough, informative, great results, supportive.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Excellent care. Explained my test results and options. Very pleasant and thorough

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April 06, 2024

5.0

I've recommended Dr. Kiesler many times since my surgery. He is a quiet, gentle presence who supports patients and works well with the OTs.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

I have been to Dr Kiesler for several injuries. He is always very professional and nice, and have complete confidence in how skilled and excellent his care always is!

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Awesome assessment and instructions.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

He is the best ortho for problems with the elbow and hands. Would not consider going To someone else.

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable, explains everything

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Very competent, confident, professional

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March 29, 2024

5.0

Good bedside. Manner,very thorough and explains everything!

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and professional. Excellent doctor.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Professional, and trustworthy.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and friendly

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March 20, 2024

5.0

He is a pro and a nice man

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Professional and knowledgeable

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Kiesler MD took the time to explain my issues, so I could understand what was and is going on in my hand. He has also been seen by my wife, and performed surgery.

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March 16, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kiesler diagnosed my problem correctly, informed me of my options, asked if I had any question and scheduled my surgery promptly. surgery went as planned with no complications. I was given advice on what to expect post-op and what to do to aid recovery. Dr. Kiesler was friendly and showed concern for my problem. He took the time to explain in detail my problem to me and had put my mind at ease. I would definitely recommend him to any needing his help

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March 15, 2024

5.0

Dr was great. Clear explanation of options for injury very professional, easy to talk to would definitely use him again in the future for orthopedic issues

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March 09, 2024

5.0

Very good surgeon

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Dr Keisler is very caring and knows his job very well.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kiesler did a great job explaining what my injury was and what they could do to fix it. Took his time answering all my questions.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, clearing explains care and what to expect.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Again I was confident that I was receiving quality care for my case.

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Such a great doctor. Explains things and makes you feel at ease.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kiesler is very kind and thorough.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

2 weeks in and on schedule. Appears to have done a great job

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Always patient with my crazy questions.

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February 19, 2024

4.0

Same as above and he had a sense of humor.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Very personable and kind. Explained everything well.

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kiesler was able to diagnose my condition, give me advice on treatment options and render the appropriate treatment. I wouldn't hesitate to see him again, should it be necessary.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Great!

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Great results

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February 12, 2024

5.0

He takes the appropriate time to examine and discuss. Heâ€™s compassionate. He involves me with my care

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Explaining well my situation, my condition and punctuality

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Very direct and extremely knowledgeable about his profession

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February 08, 2024

5.0

He is decisive and knows his stuff.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Great surgeon. Good listener . Good post op follow up.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

I have had two successful surgeries with the doctor and have total confidence in ability to perform the procedure.

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February 03, 2024

5.0

He does a great job & is a wonderful hand surgeon! Iâ€™ve always had excellent results with him.

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Good care Listens

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable Professional Compassionate Friendly

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January 29, 2024

5.0

He is highly thought of. Great support staff

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Keislerâ€™s explanations about my condition were easy to understand. He was not rushed during the visit and madd me aware or the possibilities available to improve my situation.

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January 27, 2024

5.0

Great experience, explains everything and takes care of problem.

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January 26, 2024

5.0

Dr.Keisler is patient, kind and very professional. He is very good at listening.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

He did a carpectomy in both wrists then later needed to fuse both wrists. He is skillful and compassionate.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Most definitely I would recommend him He's the most caring doctor very helpful very on top of it super nice And also explains everything to you n a great manner.

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January 23, 2024

4.0

He is very competant.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

He good

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Itâ€™s very friendly kind and explains everything to you that has to be done

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Dr so nice and professional. Great result!

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January 20, 2024

5.0

Just felt very confident with everything he said, and did. Great bedside manner.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kiesler is very kind, listens well, is knowledgeable and informative, and was very gentle with aspirating a cyst!

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January 19, 2024

5.0

Gave mt lots of information, answered questions and generally was kind and caring.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Good courteous care

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January 18, 2024

5.0

He repaired my bicep in 2018 Excellent job. Seen me for need problem but he didn't practice in what had Tobe done.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Very experienced and professional.

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January 16, 2024

4.0

he was pleasant and quick

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January 13, 2024

5.0

Great doctor, very knowledgeable and easy to talk to

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January 12, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and personable.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kiesler has performed major surgery on my wife who fractured her elbow and the bone from the elbow to the hand. She has never had and problems and is fully functional. He has performed several surgeries on both my hands and I am very happy with the results.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and provides great care

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January 08, 2024

5.0

He is excellent. He gave me good information.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

See comment above . Excellent diagnosis and plan of care

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January 05, 2024

5.0

So pleased. DR kiesler answered all my questions. He also noticed in my x ray an old fracture from long ago that I was unaware of. Knowing this now explains alot

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kiesler is very detailed, a great communicator, and an excellent surgeon

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January 03, 2024

5.0

He knows what he's doing I feel!

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December 29, 2023

5.0

Dr Kiesler is such a pleasure. Low key. Answers questions patiently

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Skillful and kind

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Is very understanding and goes through procedures. Easy to talk to and listens to you. Very personable.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

He listens and explains in language that I understand.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Very efficient and professional

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December 18, 2023

4.0

Nice

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Dr. Made me feel comfortable when asking my questions and concerns. He is very informative and very pleasant. Even though the injection hurt he was gentle and made me feel at ease

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December 14, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, professional ,

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Good thorough courteous care

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December 08, 2023

5.0

I felt he did not rush my examination and came up with a treatment plan

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November 30, 2023

4.0

Professional, examined my hand and review the MRI , explained things fully and complete. Provided treatment and oversight.

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November 29, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable in his field

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November 29, 2023

5.0

He is able to discuss and explain the findings. He also takes the time to listen and explain further if needed.

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November 28, 2023

5.0

Knows his job

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Dr. Kiesler very professional, kind and understanding. Explained everything before he did the injection.

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Disclosures

Thomas W. Kiesler, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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