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Dr. Steven Wardell, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.8 (87)
Map Pin Small Palos Heights, IL
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Steven Wardell, MD

Dr. Steven Wardell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Palos Heights, IL. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 34 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and is affiliated with Palos Community Hospital, Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center and Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital. Dr. Wardell, completed a residency at Northwestern University, Department of Orthopedic Surgery. Patients rated Dr. Wardell an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Wardell works at Parkview Orthopaedic Group in Palos Heights, IL with other offices in Mokena, IL. They frequently treat conditions like Joint Pain, Limb Pain and Gait Abnormality 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. Wardell's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Spiritus Dei Eye Surgery Cente
    7600 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (708) 361-0600
  2. 2
    Parkview Orthopedics
    10060 191st St, Mokena, IL 60448 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (708) 478-3200
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Palos Community Hospital
  • Advocate Christ Hospital and Medical Center
  • Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital

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Treatment frequency



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Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Gait Abnormality
Hip Sprain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Broken Arm
Bursitis of Hip
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Genu Varum
Hip Fracture
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellar Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Tibial Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Replacement
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Injury
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Cancer
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Vertigo
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Fractured Lower Leg
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hip Pointer
Humerus Fracture
Infective Arthritis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Injuries
Knee Pain
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Metatarsal Fracture
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Ottos Pelvis
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Runner's Knee
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Systemic Sclerosis
Tendonitis
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia Fracture
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Toe Fractures
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Arm Surgery
Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
Computer-Assisted Total Knee Replacement
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Dislocation
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Hip Replacement Revision
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Menisectomy
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Surgery
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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    • Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details.
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    4.8
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 34 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1639177652
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Otto Aufranc Joint Reconstruction Fellowship, Tufts University, New England Baptist Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Northwestern University, Department of Orthopedic Surgery
    Residency
    Internship
    • Northwestern Memorial Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of illinois at Champaign-Urbana
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Wardell has seen patients for Joint Pain, Limb Pain and Gait Abnormality, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Wardell on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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