
Stephen E. Heim, MD

Insurance
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- Medical Education:
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MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1982
- Internship:
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McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1983
- Residency:
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McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1987
- Fellowships:
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McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1987
Board Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)
Practice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
- Physician Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician NetworkNorthwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
- On Medical Staff At:
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Central DuPage HospitalDelnor HospitalNorthwestern Medicine Surgery Center
Ratings and Reviews
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Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
August 24, 2021
5.0 star star star star starDr. Heim's skillful surgery relieved a symptom of right foot drop which had plagued me for over 12 years. I had no complications after the procedure, and a month out I have been walking over 3 miles per day.
August 11, 2021
5.0 star star star star starI went to him because of having back pain, did an x-ray immediately, found the reason for the pain, and immediately ordered physical therapy. He was very direct with me and I appreciate that in a doctor.
July 28, 2021
0.0 star_border star_border star_border star_border star_borderThe doctor did a physical exam and told me that I didn't need surgery so pretty much there was no reason for me to be seeing him, he said that I have a muscle injury and it's a large group of muscles so it's going to hurt, he just told me to follow up with occupational health and sent me on my way. He had no other help or advice or recommendations or referrals to anyone else
June 30, 2021
5.0 star star star star starKnowledgeable and professional. He did not try to analyze without first gathering more data/images. Greatly appreciated that. Will gain more insight after we begin further review of all images. He appeared to understand my level of “normal� activity is more than just walking but training!
June 05, 2021
4.0 star star star star star_borderHe had never done surgery on me but he came highly recommended by a good friend of mine. My friend had basically only 2 bad weeks right after surgery then it was unbelievable on how well he progressed during his recovering. I know this surgery is not the easiest to recover from but my friend’s recovery was great that’s enough for me.
May 07, 2021
5.0 star star star star starVery well manner, and took time to listen , to my issues and over all showed that he truly wanted to help me. And Communicated with me about how he was going to treat and fully diagnose my condition. I feel very comfortable with him.
March 18, 2021
5.0 star star star star starExcellent care, professionalism and compassion for the patient is what my experience has been for over 20 years. I have complete confidence in Dr. Heim and Alaine’s ability to facilitate & coordinate navigating through the process is exceptional.
March 02, 2021
0.0 star_border star_border star_border star_border star_borderI was rushed through my appointment. My MRI wasn’t reviewed; just the x-rays that were taken the day of my appointment. I was told that I should “let my pediatrician know when I have a family because they’ll need to monitor my kids for scoliosis� (I do not have kids, nor will I be having kids in the foreseeable future). There was no rationale presented for my excruciating back pain, and I was prescribed physical therapy which has never worked for me in the past.
February 16, 2021
1.0 star star_border star_border star_border star_borderHe was not aware of my recent treatment at NM (7 - 20 days ago with 3 appointments) and did not look at my xrays or MRI results from NM. He referred me to a neurologist to get an mri that I already have (last week) and ordered me to restart PT that I just canceled at the direction of PA Erik. I feel farther away from getting help than before my appointment. $40 copay and my time wasted.
December 23, 2020
2.0 star star star_border star_border star_borderThis was the 2nd time I had seen Dr. Heim. The first time was fine. Today I was there to go over a lumbar MRI I had done a few days earlier. The visit lasted about 2 minutes. He told me my MRI showed no major structural problems. However, I am still having problems. He seemed dismissive of the assessment’s of my PT and Chiro. It appeared he did not have time to listen to my concerns, and then suggested an EMG and left. As the EMG was being scheduled I asked to speak with him again for confirmation of the MRI. He seemed put out by me asking more questions.
December 23, 2020
5.0 star star star star starvery professional, explained clearly....good experience, Cindy the Doctors Asst was very good too ....Not a fan of the receptionist - she seemed rude when questioning me about Covid symptoms (Leanne?)
December 09, 2020
0.0 star_border star_border star_border star_border star_borderMr. Heim is a clueless hack... I will never call him doctor... Since this is anonymous, my name is Jason Brunke... What an absolute joke of a "second opinion"... nurses and xray tech were nice... I'll probably get tetanus from his safety pin he carries around to poke you with... I feel the visit was a complete waste of time and percocet... I could have had my kid poke me with sharp objects... He did nothing, had no opinion, said I was fine lol... Whats that sound a duck makes?