Summary

Dr. Michelle Gittler is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, with additional expertise in sports medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago and completed her training through residencies at Weiss Memorial Hospital, the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, and Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital. With 38 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Gittler is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. She provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Gittler practices at Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. Her clinical focus includes treating patients with paraplegia, bowel and bladder control issues, and incontinence conditions. She incorporates physical therapy, strength training, and speech therapy into comprehensive treatment plans for her patients. Patients have rated Dr. Gittler 4.6 out of 5 stars for the care she provides.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 38 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Weiss Memorial Hospital, Chicago
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Schwab Rehabilitation

1414 S Fairfield AveChicago, IL 60608

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4.6 
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4.3 
38 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Korean Speaks Spanish
Chicago , ILMaywood , ILBartlett , ILSchaumburg , IL
Med School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: University of Illinois
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michelle Gittler

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Family Health Network
  • Family Health Network - Medicare
  • HealthPartners
  • Hennepin Health
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michelle Gittler has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michelle Gittler has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Pain
  • EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Injury
  • Nerve Damage
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Prosthetics
  • Rehabilitation
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Spinal Injuries
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery Recovery

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Weiss Memorial Hospital, Chicago
Rehab Inst Of Chicago, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Louis A Weiss Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital Program

Medical School

University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago IlGraduated in 1988
University of Illinois College of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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Which hospitals is Dr. Michelle Gittler affiliated with?
Dr. Michelle Gittler is affiliated with Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Michelle Gittler speak?
Dr. Michelle Gittler speaks English.

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