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Dr. Sara Wallace, MD

Dr. Sara Wallace, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
5758 S Maryland Ave, DCAM 4th Fl - Module 4B, Chicago, IL
4.67
“She was great, she took a seat and really talk to me about what I wanted she took the time to question me about my concerns.She wasn’t in a rush to get finished. Not only did she look at the ex rays she checked out my knee as well. ”
Brenda R.March 9, 2026
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Overall rating

4.67

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“She was great, she took a seat and really talk to me about what I wanted she took the time to question me about my concerns.She wasn’t in a rush to get finished. Not only did she look at the ex rays she checked out my knee as well. ”
Brenda R.March 9, 2026

About Dr. Sara Wallace

Sara Wallace, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in joint care. She treats a wide range of common and complex hip and knee conditions, performing surgical procedures such as minimally invasive partial knee replacement, total knee replacement, and hip replacement to restore mobility and reduce joint pain. Dr. Wallace also utilizes the latest technologies in joint replacement, including smart implants and remote monitoring, to help patients achieve their goals. Dr. Wallace has experience managing many causes of arthritis, including osteonecrosis (AVN), post-traumatic arthritis, and hip dysplasia. She helps patients with damaged, painful joints improve their quality of life. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. Dr. Wallace completed her internship at UW Medical Center - Montlake and her fellowship at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. In addition to providing comprehensive joint care, Dr. Wallace is an active researcher committed to investigating the newest treatments and surgical techniques for patients with joint pain and arthritis. Her work has been published in notable peer-reviewed journals such as the Journal of Arthroplasty, Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and the Journal of Women’s Health. Dr. Wallace serves as the Quality Chief for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UChicago Medicine. As a fellow member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS), she has taught surgeons nationwide about delivering the highest quality of care in joint replacement. Dr. Wallace sees patients at Hyde Park, Orland Park, and La Grange.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Knee replacement
Arthritis
Repeat hip or knee replacement surgery
Bursitis
Pain in joint
Hip replacement
Knee replacement
Arthritis
Repeat hip or knee replacement surgery
Bursitis

Office locations

UChicago Medicine Hyde Park (1 of 3)
5758 S Maryland Ave, DCAM 4th Fl - Module 4B, Chicago, IL 60637
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UChicago Medicine - Orthopedics (2 of 3)
14290 S La Grange Rd, Orland Park, IL 60462
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UChicago Medicine - Orthopedics (3 of 3)
5201 S Willow Spring Road, Suite 340, La Grange, IL 60525
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Board certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Education and training

  • Medical School - University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago, Doctor of Medicine
  • UW Medical Center - Montlake (Internship)
  • Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (Fellowship)

Professional memberships

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
  • American Medical Association

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1174899207

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Overall rating
4.67
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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She was great, she took a seat and really talk to me about what I wanted she took the time to question me about my concerns.She wasn’t in a rush to get finished. Not only did she look at the ex rays she checked out my knee as well.
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Dr. Sara Wallace has 3 office locations, including in Chicago, Orland Park, and La Grange, view full addresses on Dr. Wallace's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Sara Wallace have?

Dr. Sara Wallace is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Sara Wallace?

Dr. Sara Wallace frequently sees patients for Avascular Necrosis, Hip Replacement Surgery, Knee Replacement Surgery, Total Hip Replacement, and Total Knee Replacement. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Sara Wallace on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Sara Wallace speak?

Dr. Sara Wallace speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Sara Wallace in reviews?

3 patients have reviewed Dr. Sara Wallace. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.67/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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