Dr. Michael R. O’Rourke

Name: Dr. Michael R. O’Rourke
Specialty: Orthopedics 
Qualification/Board Certification: MD; Board certification not specified
Affiliation: Endeavor Health NorthShore Hospitals, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Ravine Way Surgery Center, Illinois Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery Center, Illinois Bone and Joint Institute
Locations: Glenview, Illinois
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Contact office to confirm
NPI Number: 1053306316

About the Doctor

Dr. Michael R. O’Rourke is a highly regarded orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee reconstructive surgery, practicing in Glenview, Illinois. He earned his medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center (1997–2002), and pursued a fellowship in adult reconstructive orthopaedics at Rush University Medical Center (2002–2003). With over 21 years of experience, he has earned a perfect 5/5 patient rating from 69 reviews, the “Patients’ Top Choice” distinction, and seven patient awards for listening attentively, explaining clearly, performing thorough exams, and demonstrating great bedside manner. Dr. O’Rourke is an expert in nine conditions, including hip replacement, knee replacement, arthritis, and lower back pain.

• Graduate of Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine

• Orthopedic surgery residency at University of Iowa (1997–2002)

• Fellowship in adult reconstructive orthopaedics at Rush University Medical Center 

• Over 21 years of experience

• 5/5 patient rating (69 reviews); Patients’ Top Choice with 7 awards

• Expert in hip replacement, knee replacement, arthritis, and lower back pain

• Affiliated with Endeavor Health NorthShore Hospitals, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, University of Chicago Medical Center, and Loyola University Medical Center

Education & Training

Medical School – Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Residency – University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center, Orthopaedic Surgery 
Fellowship – Rush University Medical Center, Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedics 

Medical Conditions Treated

• Osteoarthritis of the hip and knee

• Rheumatoid arthritis

• Avascular necrosis (osteonecrosis) of the femoral head

• Post-traumatic arthritis

• Hip dysplasia

• Lower back pain (non-operative management)

• Knee meniscal tears and ligament injuries

• Bursitis and tendinitis

• Joint deformity (bowlegs, knock-knees)

• Failed previous joint replacement (revision candidates)

Medical Procedures Performed

• Total hip replacement (primary and revision)

• Total knee replacement (primary and revision)

• Partial knee replacement (unicompartmental)

• Hip resurfacing

• Knee arthroscopy (diagnostic and therapeutic)

• Joint injection (corticosteroid, viscosupplementation)

• Minimally invasive and muscle-sparing surgical techniques

• Robotic-assisted joint replacement (inferred)

• Osteotomy around the hip or knee

• Hardware removal

Services Offered

Dr. Michael R. O’Rourke provides comprehensive orthopedic care focused on the surgical and non-surgical management of hip and knee disorders. His practice emphasizes patient education, shared decision-making, and advanced reconstructive techniques to relieve pain, restore function, and improve quality of life. He offers thorough preoperative consultations, including diagnostic imaging and medical optimization. Surgical services range from minimally invasive partial knee replacements to complex revision surgeries. Postoperatively, he coordinates with physical therapists and rehabilitation specialists to ensure optimal recovery. Patients consistently commend his clear explanations, attentive listening, and compassionate bedside manner. Dr. O’Rourke also provides non-surgical treatments such as joint injections and activity modifications to delay or avoid surgery when appropriate.

• Comprehensive evaluation of hip and knee pain

• Non-surgical management (medications, injections, physical therapy referral)

• Primary total hip and knee replacement

• Revision hip and knee replacement

• Partial knee replacement

• Minimally invasive and rapid recovery protocols

• Preoperative risk assessment and medical clearance coordination

• Postoperative rehabilitation and long-term follow-up

• Second opinions for joint replacement candidates

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Medicare, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• CMS Medicare (Medicare)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, PPO)

• HCSC (HMO)

• Regence Health Plans (PPO)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 2401 Ravine Way, Suite 200, Glenview, IL 
Phone: (847) 998-5680

Hospital Affiliations

• Endeavor Health NorthShore Hospitals – Evanston, Illinois, Hip Fracture, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement)

• Advocate Lutheran General Hospital – Park Ridge, Illinois

• Loyola University Medical Center – Maywood, Illinois 

• University of Chicago Medical Center – Chicago, Illinois

• Ravine Way Surgery Center – Glenview, Illinois

• Illinois Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery Center – Morton Grove, Illinois