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5 Best Orthopedics in Chicago (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

A knee or hip that finally needs replacing in Chicago comes with a decision that shapes months of recovery, so the track record behind the surgeon matters. Orthopedics in Chicago is a crowded field, and the names on this page have logged 6,846 Google reviews between them, with ratings running tightly from 4.7 to 4.9. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush alone accounts for 3,932 of those reviews.

Short answer: Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush leads with a 4.8 rating across 3,932 reviews, the deepest review history on this page. Vasili Karas, M.D., M.S. holds the top individual rating at 4.9 across 1,689 reviews, focused on hip and knee replacement. All five surgeons here practice out of or alongside the Rush University Medical Center campus.
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Comparing Chicago's top orthopedic surgeons

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush 4.8 ★ 3,932 Overall / most-reviewed View ›
2 Vasili Karas, M.D., M.S. 4.9 ★ 1,689 Hip and knee replacement View ›
3 Richard A. Berger, M.D. 4.9 ★ 561 Established track record View ›
4 Suburban Orthopaedics - Chicago 4.7 ★ 426 Sports medicine and pain management View ›
5 Simon Lee, M.D. 4.9 ★ 238 Foot and ankle care View ›
5 Best Orthopedics in Chicago (2026)

Our picks, reviewed

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush logo
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Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush

4.83,932 Google reviews

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is a large multi-specialty orthopedic group with several Chicago-area locations, covering everything from sports medicine and joint replacement to spine and orthopedic oncology. The practice's own site states it has been ranked number 1 by U.S. News & World Report and cites over 35,000 five-star reviews across its network.

What people praise

  • Multiple reviewers describe getting an appointment, imaging, and a scheduled procedure within a 48-hour window
  • Patients repeatedly name specific surgeons for clear, direct communication about diagnosis and options
  • Several reviewers mention the group's scale meant they could see a subspecialist quickly rather than waiting for a referral
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume3,932 · 97th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: By far the largest review base of any practice on this page, and the 4.8 rating holds up across nearly 4,000 reviews rather than a small sample.

Website+1815-576-2046 Directions

1611 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60612

Vasili Karas, M.D., M.S. logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Vasili Karas, M.D., M.S.

4.91,689 Google reviews

Dr. Vasili Karas practices hip and knee replacement and reconstruction, with offices in Chicago and Oak Park. He earned his medical degree at Rush University's Medical College, completed residency at Duke University Medical Center, and returned to Rush for fellowship training in hip and knee replacement.

What people praise

  • Multiple reviewers describe detailed pre-surgery booklets, live information sessions and daily text check-ins during recovery
  • Patients specifically mention he considered their personal goals, like returning to hiking or travel, not just the clinical picture
  • Several reviewers scheduled a second procedure with him after a first one went well
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume1,689 · 90th
Confidencevery high
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The highest individual rating on this page at 4.9, and reviewers consistently describe an unusually structured, communicative recovery process.

Website+1312-432-2598 Directions

1611 W Harrison St #300, Chicago, IL 60612

Richard A. Berger, M.D. logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Richard A. Berger, M.D.

4.9561 Google reviews

Dr. Richard A. Berger practices hip and knee replacement through his own outpatient-focused practice near Rush. Reviewers describe him as an established name in the field with a long-running patient base.

What people praise

  • Multiple reviewers describe returning specifically for a second joint replacement years after the first with no complications
  • Patients repeatedly describe minimal pain and walking again within days of surgery
  • One patient described flying back from another state specifically to be treated by him again
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume561 · 83th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A near-perfect 4.9 rating with reviewers who describe returning to full activity, including running and triathlons, within weeks of surgery.

Website+1312-432-2557 Directions

1611 W Harrison St #400, Chicago, IL 60612

Suburban Orthopaedics - Chicago logo
#4↩ Responds to reviews

Suburban Orthopaedics - Chicago

4.7426 Google reviews

Suburban Orthopaedics' downtown Chicago office covers orthopedic care, pain management, and physical therapy across a team of multiple physicians, part of a wider Chicago-area group.

What people praise

  • Multiple reviewers describe the intake and X-ray staff as attentive and welcoming
  • Several patients specifically praise named physicians for a good sense of humor paired with clinical knowledge
  • Reviewers describe feeling unrushed even during busy periods

Worth knowing

  • At least one detailed review describes feeling dismissed during an evaluation following a car accident, worth reading if your visit follows a traumatic injury
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume426 · 77th
Confidencehigh
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The lowest rating on this page at 4.7, still solidly positive, though the one detailed dissenting account is worth reading if you're coming in after a traumatic injury specifically.

Website+1630-372-1100 Directions

2118 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

Simon Lee, M.D. logo
#5🕑 Open 2 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Simon Lee, M.D.

4.9238 Google reviews

Dr. Simon Lee practices orthopedic surgery through Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, specializing in foot and ankle care, including sports- and dance-related injuries, arthroscopy, and total ankle replacements, per his practice profile.

What people praise

  • Multiple reviewers describe a fast diagnosis after another provider had missed a fracture
  • Patients specifically mention him being upfront when a concern was outside his specialty rather than keeping them as a patient regardless
  • Reviewers repeatedly describe a smooth recovery and return to activity within a few months

Worth knowing

  • Smaller review base than the top three on this page, though the rating has held steady at 4.9
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume238 · 70th
Confidencehigh
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Reviewers consistently value his directness, including telling patients when a problem needs a different specialist rather than treating it anyway.

Website+1312-681-7424 Directions

1611 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60612

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Rating is the surgeon or practice’s live Google average. Review volume measures how many patients have actually left a review, ranked against the others on this page. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, since a 4.8 from nearly 4,000 reviews carries more weight than the same score from 200. Recency tracks how recently people are still reviewing. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.

What does orthopedic surgery cost in Chicago? (2026)

Cost for orthopedic care varies enormously by procedure, from a consultation and imaging through to full joint replacement, and depends heavily on insurance coverage and network status. We don’t have a trustworthy published rate card for this city to cite here, so confirm coverage and expected out-of-pocket costs directly with the practice and your insurer before scheduling surgery.

Serving all of Chicago

These practices cluster around the Illinois Medical District on the Near West Side, with several also operating suburban locations across the wider Chicagoland area. If you’re searching for orthopedics near me, all five listed here draw patients from across the city and surrounding suburbs.

What to ask before you choose an orthopedic surgeon

  • Is surgery necessary now, or are there non-surgical options worth trying first?
  • How many procedures like mine has this surgeon performed?
  • What does the recovery timeline typically look like for my specific procedure?
  • What does aftercare include: check-in calls, in-person visits, or both?
  • Is this surgeon or practice in-network with my insurance?
  • If my case is complex or follows an accident, how thoroughly will the evaluation cover related injuries?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge + top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these orthopedic surgeons?

We pulled orthopedic surgeons and clinics in Chicago with a public Google Business profile, then ranked by a mix of rating and review volume, weighted for confidence.

How often is this list updated?

We refresh ratings and review counts periodically. This page was last verified in July 2026.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopedic surgeon in Chicago?

This depends on your insurance plan. Some require a primary care referral for specialist visits; check with your insurer before booking.

What’s the difference between an orthopedic surgeon and a sports medicine physician?

An orthopedic surgeon performs surgical procedures on bones and joints. A sports medicine physician often treats injuries non-surgically first. Several practices on this page offer both.

The bottom line

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is the safest default given its review volume and the breadth of specialists under one group. If you want a dedicated hip and knee specialist with an unusually structured recovery process, Dr. Vasili Karas is worth a closer look. Either way, ask directly how many procedures like yours the surgeon has performed.

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