Mary Ling, MD

4.9

1669 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Hand Surgery

Secondary Specialty

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Reasons to Schedule a Visit

This medical professional may be a good choice for you if you are looking for care for any of the following:

Biceps, triceps or pectoral problem
Cut/laceration/tendon laceration/puncture wound/amputation
Cyst
Elbow pain
Finger dislocation

Hand cut, laceration (deep cut), tendon laceration, puncture wound, amputation
Pain
Pain/other
Tendonitis or tennis elbow
Trigger finger

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1993
Residency:: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester) - 1998
Fellowships:: Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center - 1999

Languages Spoken

Cantonese
Chinese
French
Mandarin Chinese

Board Certifications

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

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Northwestern Medicine Surgery Center

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

1669 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

DR LING HAS ASSISTED ME WITH MY MANY VISITS . SHE IS MOST CARING AND SHE SOLVES THE ISSUE WITH MY PAIN LEVEL. SHE IS A PLEASURE TO HAVE FOR AN EXCELLENT AND AWESOME DOCTOR ! DR. LING'S ENTIRE TEAM IS 100%. THANK YOU ALL FOR MAKING LIFE EASY FOR ME !

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February 25, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable of my daughters condition

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February 24, 2026

4.0

Very thorough and explains how to take care of problem and after care after surgery.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

I felt very confident in the doctors, and thoroughness.

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February 22, 2026

5.0

Very professional and friendly

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Explains very clearly. Complete picture I to what to expect

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Very good at explaining my situation and how to care for my wound

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February 14, 2026

5.0

Explained everything in detail. Friendly and helpful.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Very helpful, explains what is to happen and is very pleasant to work with

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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February 06, 2026

5.0

She explained what to expect after the injection. I don't felt much pain when she performed the injection on my hand. She's awesome.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

She diagnosed, was friendly, helpful, listened, and answered questions

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable. Answered all my questions.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

She listen and explained 100 % I understand.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

She's awesome and she tells the truth good bad

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January 29, 2026

5.0

She is totally amazing and makes you feel at ease though it all.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

You want someone you trust to work on your hands. They are in my opinion as needed as your eyes or brain. I would not just let anyone work on my hands.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Dr. Mary is a wonderful doctor!! She is Personable, Empathetic and has a kind heart! She listens to her patients, how the patient is feeling signs and symptoms even if it isn't exactly text book. I really appreciate that in a doctor! Yes, I definitely would recommend Dr. Mary Ling to upcoming new patients!

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Excellent practitioner. Too bad she is retiring in August. She will be hard to replace.

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January 24, 2026

5.0

She did my first surgery and my daughters

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January 23, 2026

5.0

She's professional, highly skilled and has very strong communication skills. Outstanding experience with her.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Takes time to cover all the bases. Answers all questions.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

She was warm and considerate. I immediately felt like I was in good hands.

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January 10, 2026

5.0

Dr Ling is an outstanding surgeon with great bedside manner.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Very personable. Explained things. Asked if I had a questions. I felt comfortable.

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December 27, 2025

5.0

Dr.Ling communicates well to her patient, explain and listen to what the patient feels.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Excellent bedside manner

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December 15, 2025

5.0

She is good

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December 10, 2025

5.0

She did an excellent job. Genuinely show concern, made me feel comfortable!

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December 10, 2025

5.0

The best experience I've had with Dr.Ling. Highly recommend! Took her time explaining everything about my situation, made me feel comfortable during my appointment.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and takes time to listen to your concerns.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ling is great, answered all my questions and very thorough. She ordered an X-ray and I also received an injection treatment. It was very convenient because it was all done in this same appointment. Thank You Dr. Ling!!

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December 07, 2025

5.0

Good

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December 06, 2025

5.0

I give Dr Ling a 10+. She is friendly & professional and makes you feel very relaxed as she explains what she has to do. The following day (today) the pain I was suffering with for several weeks is almost gone. Thank you Dr. Ling

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December 06, 2025

5.0

She is such a wonderful Doctor!

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December 03, 2025

5.0

See above and everyone was helpful.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Talk to her my hand issues n I asked more questions what to do next so she requested blood work too

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Good listeners. Very knowledgable

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Dr Ling is very personable. She explains everything well and answers all questions.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Happy with the visit

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November 18, 2025

4.0

Diagnosed problem and remedied situstion

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November 17, 2025

5.0

This Doctor is so sweet and very nice. Explains things so you understand what's going to happen. She's the best in my book!!

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November 14, 2025

5.0

She took her time going over the examination.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Extremely nice person, good bed side manner!

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November 10, 2025

5.0

She answered all my questions and explained what she was going to do and what to expect afterwards. She's so nice!

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November 08, 2025

5.0

Professional , Helpful, Knowledgable

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ling is always knowledgeable and kind. I've had this surgery done with her on both hands and I appreciate all her professionalism.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Very caring. Explains treatment. Asked if I had questions.

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November 02, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable explained everything clearly.

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November 02, 2025

5.0

Very caring. Explained things in layman's terms. Asked if I had a concerns or questions.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Excellent p/a

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October 26, 2025

5.0

Very thorough

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October 26, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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October 24, 2025

5.0

She is amazing . Explains how surgery will go. Explains it so you understand stand.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Great at explaining the whole procedure. She was very thorough.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Great choice and well established

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Was very nice. Was thorough with my injury, gave me honest advice, and answered my questions honestly. I really liked her.

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable doctor

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October 17, 2025

5.0

She was very knowledgeable and the way she explained everything to me to make sure that I understood why she would need to do what she needed to do. I left without having any questions and or concerns in her ability to save my finger.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

She understands bones, tendons, and ligaments and gives recommendations on their care.

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October 13, 2025

5.0

Dr Ling is amazing and cares a lot for her patients.

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October 13, 2025

5.0

Appreciate her after care, always compassionate for my feeling, very competent.

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October 11, 2025

5.0

She was very knowledgeable, great personality. Had a lot to offer in options for my condition.

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Northwestern is the BEST!!!

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October 07, 2025

5.0

I appreciate how dr Ling explains things. Is very personable and puts her patients at ease

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October 05, 2025

5.0

Great service

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October 04, 2025

5.0

She was very nice and told me alot of information that I was able to understand.

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October 03, 2025

5.0

She was knowledgeable, kind, caring and gave treatment for a longstanding problem. I am thankful for her care

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Very nice talked me through the details

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September 27, 2025

5.0

Good service

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September 24, 2025

5.0

Took time, answered questions and was helpful and friendly

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September 24, 2025

5.0

She is a great helpful Doctor

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September 24, 2025

5.0

Very personable and listens to the patient. Replies with options and explanations!

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September 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ling was very caring and friendly. She answered all of my questions and addressed my concerns.

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September 17, 2025

5.0

She's so nice and with a big smile and it calmed my fears

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September 17, 2025

5.0

Dr Ling is kind and understanding and she explains and answered my questions very well.

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September 17, 2025

5.0

Offered multiple treatment options and explained each one. Provider showed she cared about my condition and spent adequate time with me.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

She took time explaining and listening to my concerns about other issues I presented to her

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September 13, 2025

5.0

Very patient very detailed and will answer all questions. And she choose theraphy before surgery

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September 13, 2025

5.0

Perfect

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September 12, 2025

5.0

Exceptional service

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September 10, 2025

5.0

She is personable, professional, and takes time to answer questions. She does a great job.

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Kind, caring, never feel rushed with her. Such genuine energy I would recommend her to anyone

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August 29, 2025

5.0

Very kind and funny, answered all my questions and put my concerns to ease.

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August 29, 2025

5.0

Great doc

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August 27, 2025

5.0

I was treated compassionately and with concern and care and I was treated as a person. Unlike a recent experience, I had with an orthopedic doctor over at Duly.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Dr Ling is positive, upbeat and caring. She also is very knowledgeable and has kept me informed of the recovery process for my condition.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and helpful.

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August 25, 2025

5.0

She listens and explains things in a logical, easy to understand fashion

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August 15, 2025

5.0

She was so kind, answered all my questions, never felt rushed. She made my son and me feel like we mattered and that our situation was important. Highly recommend Dr. Ling!

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August 13, 2025

5.0

She's knowledgeable

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August 10, 2025

5.0

I answered in first question.

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August 08, 2025

5.0

She was very thorough with her exam and explanations, gentle and caring with the injection, and very personable.

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August 08, 2025

5.0

Dr Ling is very professional and she explained everything prior to any procedure.My husband and my daughter seen Dr Ling too

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August 07, 2025

5.0

She is wise and talk clear

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ling saw me today and she is so nice she saw my hand and she explained to me how to take care of it.

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Personable, competent patient care

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Very thorough with explanations Compassionate

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August 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ling was thorough, patient, friendly and personable.

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August 02, 2025

5.0

She is very kind and knowledgeable. She explains the causes of my symptoms very clearly and the treatment is very effective.

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Disclosures

Mary Ling, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

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