Mary Ling, MD

Mary Ling, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Hand Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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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

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
Delnor Hospital
Northwestern Medicine Surgery Center

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9
4.9 

828 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

August 30, 2022

5.0

Excellent surgeon and good bedside manner.

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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August 26, 2022

5.0

The best of the best!

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Personable and knowledgeable.

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August 17, 2022

5.0

She listen to my issue and concerns. She explained with everything clearly as to my issue with my elbow. I like how she didn't want to do surgery right away she's going to give other things a try before that could be the last resort. Am pleased with that.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

They look after you, and treat you with professional care

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Very understanding and knowledgeable!

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August 16, 2022

5.0

She did a great job on my wrist year ago

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Very kind and professional

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August 16, 2022

5.0

She was very attentive, thorough and friendly.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

She was very thorough and answered all of my questions.

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August 12, 2022

5.0

Excellent surgeon! Explains everything and listens to my questions. Great bedside manner.

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August 06, 2022

5.0

Very clear in her diagnosis, explained in verbal and written instructions. Provided various options for care.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

She was warm and relatable while also exhibiting knowledge and skill.

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August 04, 2022

5.0

Extremely competent caring informative compassionate

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July 28, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ling is an excellent surgeon and has a great bedside manner.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Excellent Surgeon !

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Great bedside! Excellent surgeon?

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Overall, amazing visit. Had great care last year, but this most recent visit really impressed me. Dr. Ling is awesome- I would recommend her to anyone and will be seeing her for my visits moving forward.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Very professional and caring

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July 25, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and explained everything

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July 22, 2022

5.0

Friendly, caring, thorough, explained things well and made certain all my questions were answered.

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July 22, 2022

5.0

She was talkative, engaging, wish she shared more info on what she was doing during the procedure

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July 21, 2022

5.0

She’s great! Very thorough

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July 19, 2022

4.0

I’m hoping her recommendations help me.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

She answered all my questions. She is very knowledgeable

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Really knows her stuff

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July 10, 2022

5.0

Great doctor

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July 09, 2022

5.0

Skilled surgeonListens to patients

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July 06, 2022

5.0

Highly skilled. Communicates and listens well. I’m very impressed with Dr. Ling.

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July 01, 2022

5.0

Expert, compassionate, gentle care

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Includes you in decision

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June 30, 2022

5.0

She was terrific. Just hard to schedule an appointment.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Because she knows her stuff and has a lot of compassion; truly cares about people.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ling is very professional. She explained everything so I could understand it. I was very pleased with the service.

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June 24, 2022

5.0

Everyone is so nice and made my experience excellent!

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June 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ling is very personable. She speaks for understanding, and keeps it simple. When she uses medical terminology, she explains thoroughly.

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June 22, 2022

5.0

I would giver her more than 10!! She definitely deserves it…!! Fast, easy and doesn’t mess around

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June 21, 2022

5.0

Dr Ling is concerned about my health, listens to my concerns and just couldn’t be nicer.

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June 21, 2022

5.0

She was amazing!

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June 19, 2022

5.0

Answered all my questions and explained everything in lay terms.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Talented. Very nice. Big heart.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

She was informative and had great bedside manner. I’m look forward to seeing Dr. Ling again

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June 14, 2022

5.0

She is smart. Very,Very good at her expertise.

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June 13, 2022

5.0

2nd surgery with her and she’s the best

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June 13, 2022

5.0

She knew immediately how to help me & surgery was NOT the first answer & I wasn't left in pain.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

I have always had a very positive experience working with Dr Mary Ling. She listens, hears and talks things over honestly. Thank you!

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Patient and caring

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June 07, 2022

5.0

She is a great thorough doctor and is great at what she does and has helped me each time

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May 27, 2022

5.0

Listens and tries to help.

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May 25, 2022

5.0

She’s amazing, to the point and explains every little detail

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May 25, 2022

5.0

She is a very experienced doctor and she explained everything to me.

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Past experiences with her have been awesome and that is why I consulted her this time as well

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ling explains everything very well and is open to questions.

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Great communication

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May 20, 2022

5.0

She is an exceptional doctor who cares about her patients

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Very likable person. Great credentials. Stayed with me to answer all of my questions

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May 18, 2022

5.0

She is a very and knowledgeable doctor and she put you at ease

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ling is great! Loved her nurse as well. Dr. Ling is thorough, competent, caring, and, knowledgeable. She has helped me manage multiple issues with my hands.

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Lo atiende bien

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May 15, 2022

5.0

Dr Ling was really wonderful to work with, she was knowledgeable, patient, caring, and has a very good bedside manner.

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May 14, 2022

5.0

Great experience

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May 14, 2022

5.0

Very nice and professional

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May 11, 2022

5.0

She's compassionate, never hurried, and explains matters thoroughly. My surgeries that she performed were successful.

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May 10, 2022

5.0

Dr Ling is the best. She is always concerned about my health and takes all the time that is needed to help me. Puts me at ease.

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May 08, 2022

5.0

Spoke to us at our level. Presented both sides of surgery.

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May 05, 2022

5.0

good service and she is a nice person

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May 04, 2022

5.0

She is very personable and is willing to spend extra time with you as needed. She is knowledgeable and easy to talk to.

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May 03, 2022

5.0

I appreciate her taking the time to explain the procedure before and after surgery. Dr. Ling is very calm and easy to talk to.

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May 02, 2022

5.0

Dr Ling is the best! Puts the patient at ease and I have full confidence is her abilities!

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April 27, 2022

5.0

Friendly and took time to explain everything to us. We did not feel rushed and our child felt very comfortable with her.

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April 26, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ling was knowledgable, efficient, and reasonable. She talked through my issue with me and gave me options and recommendations.

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April 22, 2022

5.0

Timely courtesy and knowledgeable care.

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April 22, 2022

5.0

She took her time and explained everything I needed to know

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April 21, 2022

5.0

I think she’s awesome

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April 19, 2022

5.0

They are encouraging and helpful

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April 19, 2022

3.0

Not very sympathetic or helping to schedule the surgery. Called the 'scheduler' about 25 times - NO ANSWER 🙁

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April 19, 2022

5.0

She's an amazing doctor, with the gift of being able to explain things in laymen's terms.

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April 19, 2022

5.0

She is caring and made sure to explain all the options of treatment clearly and made sure i choose the right option. Finally she also gave her feedback about the option i choose. That was really helpful.

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April 17, 2022

5.0

She puts me at ease and I think she is excellent at what she does.

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April 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ling was very knowledgeable, helpful, and patient. She took time with us and made this process easy.

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April 15, 2022

5.0

Very patient and thorough

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April 15, 2022

5.0

Personable takes time to answer all questions

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April 13, 2022

5.0

Great Dr.

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April 12, 2022

5.0

always knowledgeable, explains everything, let's me ask questions and so much more

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April 12, 2022

5.0

She takes the time with you and answers all your questions. And also very knowledgeable

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April 12, 2022

5.0

Really like her.

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April 02, 2022

5.0

Very pleasant, knowledgeable and skilled.

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April 01, 2022

5.0

Again Mary Ling the doctor was Very considerate and most helpful in describing my condition Very nice and pleasant individual.

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April 01, 2022

5.0

Dr Ling has an excellent bedside manner. During exams she takes time to explain things clearly and answer all questions. Same approach applies to pre-op visit and post-op visit, and even anything during awake time in the ER.

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April 01, 2022

5.0

Great people

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April 01, 2022

5.0

She was very kind and honest. Very friendly personality.

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March 31, 2022

5.0

Like I said she’s the best with me and my daughter

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March 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ling was great! She explained everything in a way we could understand. She also understood how important it is to my son that he get back to competitive sports as soon as possible.

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March 30, 2022

5.0

Good communication of post-sx expectations and follow up care

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Great doctor.

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March 25, 2022

5.0

Excellent

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March 25, 2022

5.0

Great

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March 23, 2022

5.0

Dr Ling is very nice and explains things well. Only negative I could say is each time I have seen her she’s always been and hour late from my scheduled time. But that’s not enough for me to change Dr. She’s very kind

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March 23, 2022

5.0

Dr Mary Ling is friendly, personable giving a thorough diagnosis. She administered a shot in a safe sanitized manner with minimal pain.

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