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Dr. Michael Chmell, MD

Dr. Michael Chmell, MD

Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Chmell, MD is a reconstructive orthopedic surgeon in Rockford, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Javon Bea Hospital-Rockton and OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 123 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (123 reviews)

Practice

5875 E Riverside Blvd Rockford, IL 61114

Make an Appointment

(815) 398-9491

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Chmell is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital McHenry, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Chmell specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Chmell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chmell

4.7

123 ratings, 44 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Linda R Zinnecker – Dec 28, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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VJ Willams – Oct 02, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Joy in Winnebago, IL – Apr 25, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Sheryl Crowley in Roscoe – Mar 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Mary Tuite in rockford, il – Sep 07, 2017
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Rockford, IL – Aug 25, 2017
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No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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K. Bowerman in Rockford, IL – Aug 24, 2017
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No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Rockford, IL – Aug 23, 2017
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No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Fredrick W. in Rockford, IL – Aug 09, 2017
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No results
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No results
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Karen B in Rockford, IL – Aug 03, 2017
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No results
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No results
1 person found this helpful
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Cynthia A. in Rockford, IL – Aug 02, 2017
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No results
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No results
1 person found this helpful
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Charles A. in Rockford, IL – Jul 26, 2017
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No results
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Michael M. in Rockford, IL – Jul 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Misty Foster in rockford, il – Jun 28, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Rockford, IL – Jun 22, 2017
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No results
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Susan D in Rockford, IL – Jun 16, 2017
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Jacqueline N. in Rockford, IL – Jun 14, 2017
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Hazel S in Machesney Park, IL – Jun 07, 2017
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Dale F in Machesney Park, IL – Jun 07, 2017
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Karen N. in Rockford, IL – May 24, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Chmell retired from clinical practice 12/31/2019.

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Brigham And Women's Hospital/harvard Medical School

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • Vanderbilt University Department Of Surgery

    Internship Hospital, 1990

  • University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989

  • University Of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Indiana

    Undergraduate School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Orthomidwest PLLC5875 E Riverside Blvd Rockford, IL 61114
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Sat: 10:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sun: 10:00am - 4:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital

    4201 W Medical Center Dr
    McHenry, IL 60050
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center

    5666 E State St
    Rockford, IL 61108
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Javon Bea Hospital-Rockton

    2400 N Rockton Ave
    Rockford, IL 61103
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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