Thomas VonGillern,M.D.

Thomas VonGillern, M.D.

Specialties

  • Elbow
  • Hand & Wrist
  • Shoulder

Locations

  • Moline, Illinois
  • Silvis, Illinois

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Background & Training

Hometown

Des Moines, Iowa

Undergraduate Studies

The University of Iowa, Bachelor of Science

Medical School

University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine

Residency

North Carolina Memorial Hospital, University of North Carolina, Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowship

Columbia University, Hand, Upper Extremity, & Microsurgery

Professional Memberships

Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Society for Surgery of the Hand
American Association for Hand Surgery
Robert E. Carroll Hand Club
American Medical Association
Rock Island County Medical Society
Illinois State Medical Society
Illinois Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
North American Trauma Association

Physician, US Ski and Snowboard Team

Areas of Expertise

Carpal & Cubital Tunnel Release
Dupuytren’s Contracture

Hand, Wrist, & Elbow Injuries

Hip, Knee & Shoulder Replacement

General Orthopedics & Fracture Care

Knee, Shoulder & Wrist Arthroscopy

Nerve Compression & Tendon Repair

Total Elbow, Total Wrist & Finger Joint Replacement

Work Injuries

Physician Team

Lauren Brown, PA-C, Physician Assistant
Brianne E., Patient Coordinator
Anna S., Medical Scribe

US Ski Team
4.6 based on 431 reviews

Patient Reviews

Diane Heisner
October 7, 2025
Google

I was pleased and satisfied with my visit. My appointment was right on time and the doctor answered all my questions. The office staff was great as well.

Randy Harmon
October 1, 2025
Google

Well oiled machine. For the most part everything is on-time. They don't waste our time. Highly recommend

David Wallace
September 29, 2025
Google

It was a quick visit. Still waiting for surgery date and time

Caryn Unsicker
September 17, 2025
Google

He seems very knowledgeable and professional, and he's genuinely concerned about your health and safety.

Terry carlson
September 16, 2025
Google

In and out in an hour with X-ray. Dr. V gave me a shot in knee and am already feeling relief. Good orthopedic doctor.

Arazi Love
August 19, 2025
Google

Very professional, very accurate, such a great friendly personality, highly recommend this dr.

Traci Smith-Connor
August 12, 2025
Facebook

My experience with ORA has been excellent . From the time I met with the PA at Urgent care to the time I met with Dr. VonGillran . The responsiveness to my issues and their follow-through was excellent. I especially liked the kindness that was shown when I met with the PA and the doctor.

Sheila McIntosh
August 6, 2025
Google

Was. Very nice. Was a minor issue but appreciated his help.

Laura Fraga
August 5, 2025
Google

Dr. Vongillern did a fantastic job when he gave me a gel injection to my knee! He was friendly and kind and really put my anxious mind at ease!

Dorene
August 1, 2025
Google

First time seeing Dr. VonGillern and things went pretty smoothly. I was in and out the door within an hour and I even had X-rays done. He gave me pain management medication, instructions on my care, and scheduled a follow up before moving forward with a plan. He knows his stuff and is a no frills doctor.

Reviewer
July 15, 2025
Healthgrades

This is my second experience with Dr Vongillern.My friends were amazed how quick I recovered from a procedure the Dr performed several years ago. I chose Dr Vongillern a second time based on the excellent experience I’ve had.

Monica Millbrook
July 9, 2025
Google

It was good everyone was very nice and helpful great job

Chris Carroll
July 8, 2025
Google

Great and friendly! Answers questions and very knowledgeable.

Frank Bower
June 22, 2025
Google

Dr. VonGillern did an excellent job with my physical issues that have been giving me pain over the years. He always took time to explain the results of tests, such as MRI imaging, so I understood what was causing my pain, what current options I could try to improve my situation and what to expect as deterioration continues. I would recommend him to others.

Dennis Simmons
June 17, 2025
Google

Could not ask for better care.

Joyce VanSeveren
June 11, 2025
Google

They are always nice I , they’ve have never felt uncomfortable !

Kellie Mcknight
June 4, 2025
Google

Always does an amazing job job

Chris F
May 14, 2025
Google

I love Dt. Vongillern at ORA. No BS, just straight talk, but still has a great manner. Perfection in a doctor.

Laurie Johnson
May 13, 2025
Google

Dr. VonGillern, was caring and explained my options clearly. Dr. was not pushy at all. My only negative is that I would have liked to have seen my x-ray.

David Steiger
April 29, 2025
Google

Very polite, new what he was doing.

Tim Tubbs
April 23, 2025
Google

The doctor has operated on me twice already with excellent results and have scheduled at least one more possibly 2.

Karol W.
February 13, 2025
Healthgrades

Dr vongillern is very professional he takes time to hear what you have to say an gives you all the answers to your questions. I would definitely recommend him to others thanks again 4 your help

Sherri Peoples Jamison
February 5, 2025
Google

I went in for a consultation for wrist surgery Dr. Von Gillern is very good

Troi
February 5, 2025
Healthgrades

He knows me. He's seen everything I've been through with so many orthopedic problems.

Dennis Buckley
February 4, 2025
Google

I appreciate Dr.’s advice and got the shots in both hands. Feeling much better today.

Ray Graham
January 31, 2025
Google

Always get you right in and always a great experience

Barrie Smith
January 31, 2025
Google

Great handling and understanding of patient with Dementia. B. Smith

Corina Carle
December 7, 2024
Google

He took the time for me to explain injury and how my pain level was.

Laura Fraga
December 5, 2024
Google

Dr. VonGillern is extremely well experienced & explained everything to me thoroughly. He is very caring and kind.

LouAnn
November 28, 2024
Google

Dr. VinGillern is as good as they come.

Harvey Baket
November 22, 2024
Google

I thought everything moved a little fast I guess we'll see after I don't my therapy

Annie Aldeman
November 22, 2024
Google

I totally appreciate your patience with my daughter. We did get her back on the walker and back into the brace. Thanks

Susan “Sue” Murray
November 20, 2024
Google

Excellent doc!

Paula Duncan
November 20, 2024
Google

Staff was amazing. Very timely and professional. Dr was precise and to he point. Looked at m X-rays and looked at the problem and set up surgery!!

Rick Jackson
October 31, 2024
Google

Dr von G has been their for my family and helped us for years highly recommend A+

Rosellyn Cowley
October 23, 2024
Google

I saw Dr. Thomas Vongillern for my left hand that had two broken fingers. He was so kind and gentle as he examined my hand. And recommended trying another way to heal the breaks without doing surgery. I was so relieved to hear that as I didn’t want surgery on my hand. I’m so glad he is willing to avoid surgery when it’s possible and try other methods.

Vitals Guest
October 23, 2024
Vitals

I have known Dr. Vongillern for at least 30 years. Always very professsional. He replaced my shoulder one year ago and I’m doing great. If I could do six stars I would!! Answered all my questions! I would very highly recommend Dr. Vongillern!!!

Roger Boostrom
October 16, 2024
Google

5 Stars in every way

Sue Bratcher
October 16, 2024
Google

Dr very caring and showed concern for my issues. Would recommend!

Lana Roberts
October 9, 2024
Google

They are always most helpful and friendly. I appreciate the time spent and care.

Paula Thurman
October 4, 2024
Google

Everyone from the front office staff to the nurses were very polite and informative about the procedure and the process leading up to it. They were all very efficient and answered all of my questions.

Kate
September 21, 2024
Healthgrades

Dr. Vongillern takes the time to see what my issue is. After examining my hands and wrists he came to the conclusion that I need further tests. What a great doctor and he performed surgery on my right wrist. Fixed my problem.

James Bishop
September 18, 2024
Google

Dr. VonGillern and his team always deliver the finest Care and help keep me moving in the right direction

Joshua Berardi
September 10, 2024
Google

Thomas was knowledgeable and to the point. He was kind and commutative with me about what happened for we can figure out the exact issue and attack it properly.

smarogil
September 6, 2024
Google

Dr. VonGillern was very nice pleasant and thorough in his examination and explanation. Started treatment right away and today I am feeling better already. His office staff were very nice and made my appointment go ahead smoothly.

Kris C.
September 6, 2024
Healthgrades

Dr. VonGillern is thorough, well-spoken, knowledgeable and kind. This will be my third hand surgery with him (all different issues, my luck!) and I would not go anywhere else.

Beth Torrey
September 4, 2024
Facebook

Great facilities, great doctors, fast and efficient check ins, kind and knowledgeable staff. They take great care of the patients. Saw Dr. VonGillerin who was thorough in checking my injury and answered all my questions and concerns.

Within the Wood
August 23, 2024
Google

Dr.VonGillern has been a great doctor and did an awesome job repairing my wrist. He was very informative and told me everything to expect before and after my surgery and has been great throughout the entire process that im still going through. I would recommend him to anyone and hope to get my other wrist repaired after im done healing before he decides to retire which he probably never will because he loves what he does and you can tell just talking to him.

Joyce Eklof
August 21, 2024
Google

He made possible what I didn't think WAS possible! I can walk normally again!

Ira Tensley
August 17, 2024
Google

Great person and very Informative of what is going on straight to the punch she does a great job thank you Ira Thomas

Laurie Keehn
August 14, 2024
Google

Great Doctor. He has helped me out with my wrists and elbows. Always direct with friendly manner

Maria Mier
July 16, 2024
Google

Am pleased with Dr VonGillern immediate assessment of my finger's injury. Treatment will take a little time but am glad its healing. Thank you! Maria M.L.

Cindy Concannon
July 16, 2024
Google

Very detailed Great bedside manner*** Recommend to all

Steve Hammons
July 11, 2024
Google

Dr. VonGillern and his staff was very nice and professional, answering all my questions. I would highly recommend them.

From Illinois
July 3, 2024
Google

Dr VonGillern was very nice, explained everything thoroughly and was alot nicer than some of the other Drs in the building

Mary Jo Bleuer
June 18, 2024
Google

Have right knee pain from arthritis. Dr. Examined my knee and his PAb gave me an injection into it. Will follow up in 2 months. Quick and easy appointment.

Michael Shamsie
June 13, 2024
Google

Awesome

Steve S
June 12, 2024
Healthgrades

Dr. VonGillern throughly explained the options available for the treatment of my injury. He offered me the option of surgery but recommended that I wait to see if I was comfortable with the results of the natural healing. Conservative and ethical.

Cathy Harrison
June 6, 2024
Healthgrades

Dr. Von Gillern was very attentive to my concerns and discussed with me the options available. He answered all my questions without making me feel like I was taking up his time

Jaime Darnell
May 31, 2024
Google

He did a great job with getting my wrist fixed after an accident where I tore my ligaments and other things in it. I already almost have full movement in it again, which is very important since it is my dominant hand and I was unable to even write before he did my surgery.

Magnetron33
May 23, 2024
Google

I always ask to see Dr. VonGillern when I have any kind of problem with my knee. I have 110% confidence in his ability and judgement and would not even consider going anywhere else

Tom & Patti Meyers
May 18, 2024
Healthgrades

He listened carefully to my symptoms & made me feel comfortable & genuinely concerned about helping relieve my pain. He explained what he would do, administered a shot in my hip & requested that I return in (2) months for reevaluation. I was glad that I went after being referred to him by a family member & definitely recommend trying him for any of the services he specializes in.

Dave and Jo degeeter
May 2, 2024
Healthgrades

We've been going to Dr Vongillern for over 30 years. My husband Dave just went to get evaluated for hands falling asleep and decreased strength. Dr refered Dave to a neurologist to get nerve tests. No stroke symptoms. Dr is an excellent surgeon and very good at diagnosing. He's done surgeries on Dave for rotator cuff, carpel tunnel, knee scopes, extensive ankle clean out thru scope, as my husband had severe calcium buildup from a previous catastrophic shot gun accident many years ago. We feel very safe with Dr Vongillern.

Mike Schmidt
April 24, 2024
Google

Great service, thank you!

Steve Ebner
April 24, 2024
Healthgrades

Dr Vongillern did a great job with my surgery! Very professional, answered all my questions. My shoulder is great now. I have no pain and no limitations. I would give him 6 stars if I could!!

Genevieve Arellanes
April 16, 2024
Google

I love ORA , they are empathetic and Dr Vongillern knewn exactly what needs to be done and was very kind and thorough .ty ORA and Dr Vongillern

Reviewer
April 6, 2024
Healthgrades

Finger surgery a few ago went very well. New problem awaiting surgery now. Dr. VonGillern is such a kind soul, he eases fears immediately. I highly recommend him.

Reviewer
April 4, 2024
Healthgrades

This was a follow up after an Ora clinic visit. Dr. Vongillern diagnosed my problem right away and gave me several options for treatment. He performed a treatment, and I’ll see him again in a month to see if it has helped.

Vitals Guest
April 3, 2024
Vitals

Very happy with Dr Vongillern. Had very good results with surgery and recovery. He takes his time with questions and explanations. Would use him again.

Vitals Guest
April 3, 2024
Vitals

Very happy with Dr Vongillern. Had very good results with surgery and recovery. He takes his time with questions and explanations. Would use him again.

Shirley Gunsolley
February 13, 2024
Google

Dr Vongillern is excellent and would recommend him to anyone. Our family has gone to him and have had surgeries performed by him with great results. He will take time with you to answer questions or whatever. If you need to find an othopedic Dr., he is your man .

Eric Brown
February 7, 2024
Google

Very friendly. Explained things very well. Answered all my questions. I felt he was listening to me and not just giving me lip service. I did not feel like a puppy mill patient which was appreciated.

Teresa Roberts
February 6, 2024
Google

I was very impressed with all the staff I encountered. All had smiles and very y attentive and in the spot. Didn't have to wait. Dr. VonGillern was very professional and took time to let me know my problem. I would recommend this group.

darla gay
February 6, 2024
Google

I love Dr von gillern he listens and takes care of the issue

Teresa Doak
February 2, 2024
Google

The staff is excellent

Sally Abraham
January 31, 2024
Google

Great place to go. So much more convient for me than Moline

Caryn Unsicker
January 31, 2024
Google

He seems sincere and very knowledgeable..

Cheyenne Hannah
January 24, 2024
Google

Dr VonGillern and his team are wonderful to work with and they took great care of me. Before and after my carpal tunnel surgery.

Merle Loete
January 24, 2024
Google

Was at the Silvis facility, impressed by the minimal wait time, X-rays taken was seen by the PA, diagnosed and scheduled for MRI and next visit.

Jeffrey Wilson
January 24, 2024
Google

Very professional. Dr. VonGillern answered all my question and made sure I understood everything.

Cathy Pratt
January 23, 2024
Google

This Dr is the best. He has been my bone Dr for many many years.. I would not see any other Dr..

theresa Kilgore
December 6, 2023
Google

was very infomational and helpful

Teresa Gomez
December 1, 2023
Google

Extremely friendly does an amazing job had no problems afterwards

Darla Ornelis
November 28, 2023
Google

Very kind bedside manner.

Lisa Wyers
November 2, 2023
Google

Great staff awsome PA would recommend

Reviewer
October 24, 2023
Healthgrades

Brief and informative.

Corey Anderson
October 15, 2023
Google

Fixed my broken ankle years ago and it's still going strong. Have your questions ready there office is very busy. Elbow arthroscopy went amazing. Little to no pain or edema. Waiting to see what physical therapy has to say.

Michelle Morgan
October 6, 2023
Google

Lauren - PA for Dr. VonGillern was very helpful in explaining my procedure, providing me with work release information and with any follow-up questions and concerns that I had. Other communications provide by other staff members was less than satisfactory but she was the conduit that held it all together. Thanks Lauren.

Nathan Rubio
October 3, 2023
Google

Great place !

Lisa Roelens
October 3, 2023
Google

Dr. VonGillern is an expert in his field, very professional, dedicated to his patients and I highly recommend him. I’ve seen him for over 20 years and he has helped me every time.

Steve Ebner
September 29, 2023
Google

Very satisfied

Jackie Anseeuw
September 27, 2023
Google

Outstanding, they do their job very well

Forrest Belzer
September 22, 2023
Google

after signing in and waiting for appointments the procedure was long but good.

Michael Tharp
September 20, 2023
Google

Dr Vongillern and PA Brown do awesome work. Very caring staff. Thanks again.

Jerry Neels
September 14, 2023
Google

Took good care of the pain in my knee. Thank you so much.

Charle Pointer
September 13, 2023
Google

Told me what was wrong refered me to a specialist

Debbie Manrrique
September 8, 2023
Google

Very personal

Patrick Ferkel
August 23, 2023
Google

very polite and knowledgeable

Lisa Jones
July 7, 2023
Google

Always get in right away, everyone is very friendly and doctor and his assistant are always informative.

Carol Murphy
July 4, 2023
Google

Dr. VonGillern has been one of my doctors at ORA for many years. He has performed surgery and the last because of a fall that happened at home. Always professional and courteous.