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Geoffrey Thiel

Orthopaedics

Geoffrey Thiel, MD

Rockford, IL

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 A

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20+

Years in Practice

Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Surgery/Orthopaedic Sports Medicine - Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Education & Training

  • MD, University of California David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, 2006
  • Residency, Rush University Medical Center, 2011
  • Fellowship, Rush University Medical Center, 2012

Peer Recognition

  • HealthgradesHealthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Sports Medicine

Conditions & Treatments

Arthroscopic SurgeryACL & Ligament ReconstructionSports InjuriesMusculoskeletal Conditions

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Northwestern Medicine Nephrology and Hypertension Program
  • Cgh Medical Center
  • Ascension Saint Mary - Chicago

Experience

20+ years in practice