Summary

Dr. John Stamelos is an orthopedic surgeon who completed his medical education at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine. He pursued his residency training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, building a foundation in surgical techniques and patient care. With 47 years in practice, Dr. Stamelos has developed extensive expertise in treating musculoskeletal conditions and performing orthopedic procedures. He communicates with patients in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Stamelos is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, including Arlington Heights, Des Plaines, Lake Forest, and Chicago. He specializes in treating back pain, lumbar herniated discs, and spondylolysis. His procedural expertise includes performing medial branch blocks and lumbar epidural steroid injections to help manage pain and restore function. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.5
  • 47 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Nicholas Stamelos has 4 locations

Northwest Community Healthcare

800 W Central RdArlington Heights, IL 60005

Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

1000 N Westmoreland RdLake Forest, IL 60045

Swedish Hospital

5140 N California AveChicago, IL 60625

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
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47 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Korean
Arlington Heights , ILDes Plaines , ILAlgonquin , ILBartlett , IL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Nicholas Stamelos

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Nicholas Stamelos has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Nicholas Stamelos has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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What languages does Dr. John Stamelos speak?
Dr. John Stamelos speaks Spanish and English.

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