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Dr. George Sisson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
2.3 (24)
Map Pin Small Chicago, IL
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. George Sisson, MD

Dr. George Sisson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Chicago, IL. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 49 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Dr. Sisson, completed a residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. Patients rated Dr. Sisson an average 2.3 star rating.

Dr. Sisson works at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, IL. They frequently treat conditions like Foot Fracture, Limb Pain and Foot Sprain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Sisson's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Northwestern Center for Comprehensive Orthopaedic and Spine Care
    259 E Erie St Fl 13, Chicago, IL 60611 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 695-6800
  2. 2
    For Women Ltd.
    680 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 695-9797

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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Foot Fracture
Limb Pain
Foot Sprain

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Foot Fracture
Limb Pain
Foot Sprain
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Back Pain
Foot Infection
Joint Pain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Avascular Necrosis
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cancer
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Cerebral Palsy
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Injuries
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Conditions
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Varum
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Infective Arthritis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Marfan Syndrome
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Morton's Neuroma
Muscle Cramping
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Runner's Knee
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scoliosis
Sever's Disease
Shoulder Disorders
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spina Bifida
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Systemic Chondromalacia
Systemic Sclerosis
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Achilles Tenotomy
Ankle Arthroscopy
Ankle Replacement
Arthrocentesis
Bone Scan
Bunion Surgery
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot Dislocation Treatment
Foot Dislocation Treatment Closed
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Fracture Care
Hammer Toe Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hip Dislocation
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Knee Surgery
McMurray's Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal and Postural Screening
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Point Injection
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wound Repair
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    • Cigna
    • First Health
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    • HFN
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    • MultiPlan
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    • UnitedHealthCare

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    2.3
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    Based on 24 ratings
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    About Dr. George Sisson, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 49 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1417980905
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Rancho Los Amigos Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
    Residency
    Internship
    • Northwestern Memorial Hospital|Northwestern University Medical School
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. George Sisson, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Sisson is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Sisson has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Sisson works at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, IL. View the full address on Dr. Sisson’s profile.

    Dr. Sisson has seen patients for Foot Fracture, Limb Pain and Foot Sprain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Sisson on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    24 patients have reviewed Dr. Sisson. The overall rating for this provider is 2.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Sisson.

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