Thomas VonGillern, M.D.
Specialties
- Elbow
- Hand & Wrist
- Shoulder
Locations
- Moline, Illinois
- Silvis, Illinois
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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
Patient Reviews
Dr. VinGillern is as good as they come.
I thought everything moved a little fast I guess we'll see after I don't my therapy
I totally appreciate your patience with my daughter. We did get her back on the walker and back into the brace. Thanks
Excellent doc!
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!!
Dr von G has been their for my family and helped us for years highly recommend A+
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.
I have known Dr. Vongillern for at least 30 years. Always very professsional. He replaced my shoulder one year ago and Iâm doing great. If I could do six stars I would!! Answered all my questions! I would very highly recommend Dr. Vongillern!!!
5 Stars in every way
Dr very caring and showed concern for my issues. Would recommend!
They are always most helpful and friendly. I appreciate the time spent and care.
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.
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.
Dr. VonGillern and his team always deliver the finest Care and help keep me moving in the right direction
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
He made possible what I didn't think WAS possible! I can walk normally again!
Great person and very Informative of what is going on straight to the punch she does a great job thank you Ira Thomas
Great Doctor. He has helped me out with my wrists and elbows. Always direct with friendly manner
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.
Very detailed Great bedside manner*** Recommend to all
Dr. VonGillern and his staff was very nice and professional, answering all my questions. I would highly recommend them.
Dr VonGillern was very nice, explained everything thoroughly and was alot nicer than some of the other Drs in the building
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.
Awesome
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
Great service, thank you!
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!!
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
I love Dr von gillern he listens and takes care of the issue
The staff is excellent
He seemed attentive, and he seemed to know what he's doing.
Dr VonGillern and his team are wonderful to work with and they took great care of me. Before and after my carpal tunnel surgery.
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.
Very professional. Dr. VonGillern answered all my question and made sure I understood everything.
This Dr is the best. He has been my bone Dr for many many years.. I would not see any other Dr..
was very infomational and helpful
Extremely friendly does an amazing job had no problems afterwards
Very kind bedside manner.
Great staff awsome PA would recommend
Brief and informative.
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.
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.
Great place !
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.
Very satisfied
Outstanding, they do their job very well
after signing in and waiting for appointments the procedure was long but good.
Dr Vongillern and PA Brown do awesome work. Very caring staff. Thanks again.
Took good care of the pain in my knee. Thank you so much.
Told me what was wrong refered me to a specialist
Very personal
very polite and knowledgeable
Always get in right away, everyone is very friendly and doctor and his assistant are always informative.
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.
Dr. VonGillern and his staff are professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. I dread the day Dr. VonGillern retires, because there is nobody who can fill his shoes!
I would recommend Dr. VonGillern to anyone. He's straight to the point on what needs to be done, which I like. He explains all possibilities on what can be done.
Excellent, excellent and excellent! From the first day I had my initial appointment, my procedure and post op appointment, I couldn’t have asked for better. All the staff that worked with me were so kind and helpful with all my questions and concerns. I highly recommend Dr VonGillern and Lauren Brown.
Called and got In immediately. Called back to room immediately. Dr. VonGillern very friendly !! Great experience!
Have seen Dr. VonGillern for numerous problems. He is straight forward and to the point which I love.
Very fast service. Staff was very polite and efficient
Excellent! Myself and now, my daughter, have both been treated by Dr. VonGillern and his P.A and they are the best! My daughter is SO happy to be back to playing sports, as of yesterday and I am confident that they were very thorough and her injury has healed ! We hope to not have to return, but if we do, I would definitely request Dr. VonGillern!
Dr Vongillern , fixed my very complicated broken Humerus. He did a wonderful job, giving me back the use of my arm.
Very impressed with the entire team, from start to finish. The entire team is very friendly and helpful with their particular department and making sure you get to the next department without difficulty.
Dr. Vongilleran is a great hand and wrist surgeon! I have had several surgeries performed by him! He's a very caring Dr. and explains what he has to do! Encourages questions and I recommend him to everyone that needs a great hand surgeon!
Dr VonGillern is a wonderfully knowledgeable and experienced doctor. He puts the well-being of his patient before all else. I have a very complex injury, and he has been outstanding.
Dr. Thomas VonGillern is awesome he’s performed all the surgeries on me I’ve had about five of them every time I go to ORA His staff is very nice and professional and they really care and Dr. Vongillern takes the time and listens to you and does an amazing job thanks very much again wouldn’t see anybody else Thank you Buddy Cullen
Dr. V. Is very nice and professional!
I always get results fast and treatment that help
I always get results fast and treatment that help
He is a great doctor. Has a good sense of humor and his exams are exceptional. I highly recommend him.
I had a very good experience with my complete reverse Shoulder replacement. I WOULD RECOMMEND DR. VONGILLERN AND LAUREN BROWN WERE AND ARE OUTSTANDING
I’m always treated well. Everyone is friendly and caring.
Dr. VonGillern has taken care of both my knee replacements and numerous other issues I've had with my elbow and hands. He is always direct to the point of what options are available to me, and cares about my concerns. Recently I had surgery to my hand, due to a severe infection. He has catered to my specific needs for taking care of this problem. In my opinion, he is by far the best Dr. for me, and I would and have recommended him to anyone in need of his expertise. Thanks to Dr. V and all his staff. PA Lauren Brown has been a constant professional and a total gem, for all of my medical needs. She really helped me out when I had some serious issues going on. I would recommend her to anyone in need of her specialty in the medical field. I can't thank her enough.
Got me in for appt right away need hip replacement scheduled
The doctors here and the nurses are so caring. They make sure that everything is addressed in regards to your orthopedic needs. ORA is the best. I will never go anywhere else for anything orthopedic related.
The nursing staff was wonderful! Answered all my questions, and made sure I had what I needed. Dr. VonGillern was great too. Explained what was going to be done and the length of time it would take to heal with therapy. Very satisfied and highly recommend
The nursing staff was wonderful! Answered all my questions, and made sure I had what I needed. Dr. VonGillern was great too. Explained what was going to be done and the length of time it would take to heal with therapy. Very satisfied and highly recommend
I have been a long time patient of doctor VonGilleren at ORA. He is a very good surgeon. He is known for hand surgeries but he also done shoulder and hip surgery on me. I think he's the best.
Staff and Dr were both friendly and knowledgeable. Answered all of my questions.
Dr VonGillern was very understanding about my knee and I am sure he is going to take good care of me
He is very brilliant and professional and has great bedside manner.
After having bunionectomies on both feet, I have to say my entire experience with ORA, Crow Valley Surgery Center, Dr Shay, and Dr. Thomas was nothing short of amazing! Every single aspect of it was professional and yet made me feel completely comfortable and well cared for. Thank you everyone for your attention to excellence!
After having bunionectomies on both feet, I have to say my entire experience with ORA, Crow Valley Surgery Center, Dr Shay, and Dr. Thomas was nothing short of amazing! Every single aspect of it was professional and yet made me feel completely comfortable and well cared for. Thank you everyone for your attention to excellence!
I was originally seen in Urgent Care by Jennifer Wilson PA-C on 4/4/22 for my shoulder. Everyone in Urgent Care from staff, x-ray and DME was fantastic. Jennifer explained everything wonderful and showed me my x-rays. I was then referred to Dr. VonGillern the next week for my shoulder fracture. His staff was great and he explained everything thoroughly. I would definitely recommend Dr VonGillern and Jennifer Wilson PA-C to anyone to see them!