Summary

Dr. Peter Smith is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated over four decades to helping patients with complex bone and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Chicago Medicine, building a foundation of expertise that spans 42 years in practice. Dr. Smith is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Smith practices at Shriners Hospitals For Children Chicago, where he specializes in treating conditions such as cerebral palsy, osteoporosis, and osteogenesis imperfecta. His approach includes comprehensive care through physical therapy, diagnostic imaging like extremity X-rays, and strength training programs. Patients consistently rate Dr. Smith highly for his expertise and compassionate care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 42 years of experience
  • 53 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Chicago Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Shriners Hospitals For Children Chicago

2211 N Oak Park AveChicago, IL 60707

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Dr. Peter Alan Smith, MDDr. Thomas Wesley Hodo, MDDr. Keith E. Schroeder, MDDr. Benjamin D. Kuhns
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.6 
42 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Korean Speaks English, Spanish
Chicago , ILMaywood , ILBartlett , ILDes Plaines , IL
Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Alan Smith

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
  • Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • HFN
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • IU Health Plans (Indiana University Health)
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • MDwise
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Upper Peninsula Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Peter Alan Smith has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Peter Alan Smith has the following 17 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Chicago Medicine

Medical School

New York University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Which hospitals is Dr. Peter Smith affiliated with?
Dr. Peter Smith is affiliated with Shriners Hospitals For Children Chicago.
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