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Geoffrey Van Thiel, M.D.
OrthoIllinois
Orthopedics: Surgery, Arthorscopy
Algonquin, Rockford
4.9
134 Ratings
41 Comments
Over the years, Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel has collaborated with world-renowned surgeons on research and development projects in a multitude of areas including hip arthroscopy and new techniques to treat labral tears; a comprehensive involvement with cartilage restoration and joint preserving surgical techniques of the knee, hip, and shoulder; as well as cutting edge procedures in shoulder arthroscopy.
4.9
134 Ratings
41 Comments
Over the years, Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel has collaborated with world-renowned surgeons on research and development projects in a multitude of areas including hip arthroscopy and new techniques to treat labral tears; a comprehensive involvement with cartilage restoration and joint preserving surgical techniques of the knee, hip, and shoulder; as well as cutting edge procedures in shoulder arthroscopy.
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Dr. Geoffrey Van Thiel’s orthopedic practice focuses on minimally invasive and arthroscopic surgery of the hip, knee, and shoulder. He has received extensive training from international experts and published significant literature regarding hip arthroscopy, cartilage restoration techniques, complex knee ligament surgery, and a variety of arthroscopic shoulder procedures. Dr. Van Thiel attended UCLA Medical School in pursuit of his medical degree and concurrently completed a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from the UCLA School of Business. Following medical and business school, Dr. Van Thiel completed his orthopedic and sports medicine training at one of the top programs in the country at Rush Medical Center in Chicago under the guidance of some of the country’s leading sports medicine surgeons. He remains a faculty member at Rush for both research and resident education. Over the years, he has collaborated with world-renowned surgeons on research and development projects in a multitude of areas including hip arthroscopy and new techniques to treat labral tears; a comprehensive involvement with cartilage restoration and joint preserving surgical techniques of the knee, hip, and shoulder; as well as cutting edge procedures in shoulder arthroscopy. He has also had the opportunity to educate other surgeons in these specialty areas and is currently a member of the Multicenter Arthroscopic Study of the Hip (www.mashstudy.com) along with other prominent surgeons from around the country. Dr. Van Thiel’s commitment to athletics and an active lifestyle is evident in both his personal belief that activity leads to better health and his involvement with sports teams. While at Rush, Dr. Van Thiel was an assistant team physician for the Chicago Bulls (NBA) and Chicago White Sox (MLB). He is currently affiliated with the Chicago Blackhawks Medical Network and is the head team physician for the AHL Ice Hogs. He is also a team physician with the US National Soccer Teams. Dr. Van Thiel continues to have a passionate interest in research and education. He has authored over 60 textbook chapters and journal articles. His research has been included in over 80 international presentations with topics including: hip arthroscopy, hip labral tears, cartilage restoration, shoulder instability repair, rotator cuff repair, ACL reconstruction, and complex knee ligament reconstruction. Dr. Van Thiel currently sits on the editorial board of two major orthopedic sports medicine journals. Although cutting edge care is essential for excellent patient outcomes, Dr. Van Thiel also believes that cutting edge care cannot be completed without compassion and humility. Conditions & Treatments Cartilage Restoration Complex Knee Ligament Reconstruction (ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL) Femoral Acetabular Impingement and labral Tears Frozen Shoulder Gluteus Medius Tear Hamstring Tears Hip Arthroscopy Hip Labral Tears Hip and Thigh Muscle Strains IP Band Syndrome Knee Ligament Injuries Meniscus Tear Patellar Instability Patellar and Quad Tendon Tear Rotator Cuff Injuries Shoulder Instability Shoulder Labral Tears Training Bachelor’s Degree, University of Wisconsin Medical Degree, UCLA Medical School Masters in Business Administration, UCLA School of Business Residency, Rush University Medical Center Sports Medicine Fellowship, Rush University Medical Center Memberships Board-certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Team Physician Chicago Blackhawks Medical Network Rockford Ice Hogs – The AHL US National Soccer Teams Hospital Affiliations OSF St. Anthony Medical Center SwedishAmerican Hospital Mercy Rockford Hospital Algonquin Road Surgery Center Northwestern Hospital Ortho Illinois Surgery Center Rockford Ambulatory Surgery Center
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Explained my results of MRI, in a way I could understand.
outstanding doctor. Explained everything thoroughly. Very nice.
Very compassionate physician. Would highly recommend to my friends and family
He performed surgery on my labrum to repair a tear but found out I needed a total replacement and some bone shaved. Done excellent work! I would recommend Dr Van Thiel to everyone!
I’ve worked with many ortho doctors, and doctor Thiel is very nice down to earth. I am happy he is the doctor I got !
He was attentive, thorough & sensitive to my situation. He was informative, presented options & took time to answer all my questions. I really feel confident in his knowledge & recommendations.
I have NEVER in my life had a doctor take the time to explain everything to me and mke sure that I understand everything. That is before I became Dr. Van Thiel's patient. I only thing that is better than his bedside manure is his skills as a surgeon.
You are one of the best doctors who have recommended me. Thank you for accepting me. I really liked how you explain the time you put into dedicating yourself to a very good doctor. I have time knowing my children's doctor. I like how I work.
Always pleasant and takes the time to explain and answer all my questions. Total professionalism with a caring nature.
I have seen Dr. Van Thiel before and that is why I have came back to him again. He and everyone who works with him are very professional and polite. I recommend him to people who ask me. I always have a good experience. Thanks