
Overview
I am a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon at Duly Health and Care specializing in Sports Medicine and joint replacement. As a former Notre Dame baseball player, I uniquely understand the desire to return to form and function. I help those I serve to flourish by approaching musculoskeletal injuries with conservative care whenever possible and surgical care when necessary. I have particular clinical interest in sports injuries, fracture care, primary joint reconstruction, and arthroscopic treatment of the knee and shoulder.
His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael Dorning
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Dorning?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Dorning by calling their office at 815-725-7700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael Dorning a top-rated expert for Hip Replacement?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Dorning is classified as an Experienced expert for Hip Replacement, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Michael Dorning specialize in?
While Dr. Michael Dorning is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Hip Replacement, Osteoarthritis, and Bursitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Michael Dorning accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael Dorning accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 815-725-7700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- BursitisDr. Dorning isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- CoccydyniaDr. Dorning isExperienced. Learn about Coccydynia.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Dorning isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Dorning isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- TendinitisDr. Dorning isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Dorning isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.



