Summary

Dr. Thomas Vongillern is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand surgery, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency training at New York Presbyterian Hospital. With 51 years of experience treating complex musculoskeletal conditions, Dr. Vongillern has developed extensive knowledge in surgical and non-surgical treatments for hand, wrist, and upper extremity disorders. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Vongillern practices at multiple locations throughout Iowa and Illinois, including Bettendorf and Moline, and maintains affiliations with several regional medical centers such as UnityPoint Health Trinity and Genesis Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating arthritis pain and stenosing tenosynovitis, a condition that causes finger stiffness and catching. He performs specialized hand and wrist surgeries to restore function and reduce pain. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 51 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital
  • 32 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas Lee Vongillern has 3 locations

Crow Valley Orthopaedic Surgery Center

2300 53rd Ave Ste 200Bettendorf, IA 52722
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ora Orthopedics

520 Valley View Dr Ste 100Moline, IL 61265
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Thomas Lee Vongillern, MDDr. Jonathan David Winston, MDDr. Alan Drake Bowles Edwards, MDDr. Brian Michael Mcgowan, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryHand SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
4.8 
51 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Bettendorf , IAMoline , ILMoline , ILMorgantown , WV
Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Lee Vongillern

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Lee Vongillern has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Lee Vongillern has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Hand Injuries
  • Hand Surgery
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Sports Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Dr. Thomas Lee Vongillern holds an expired medical license in the states of Illinois and Iowa.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Iowa in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Vongillern's NPI number is 1710965223.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Vongillern affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Vongillern is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Trinity Moline, Saint Lukes Regional Medical Center, Unitypoint Health Trinity Bettendorf, Genesis Medical Center Dewitt, Unitypoint Health Trinity Muscatine, and Unitypoint Health Trinity Rock Island.

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