Testimonials & Reviews
Vasili Karas, M.D., M.S.
Hip and Knee Replacement and Reconstruction located in Chicago, IL & Oak Park, IL
Dr. Vasili Karas always appreciates feedback from his valued patients. To date, we’re thrilled to have collected 1172 reviews with an average rating of 4.88 out of 5 stars. Please read what others are saying about Dr. Vasili Karas below, and as always, we would love to collect your feedback.
Gary M.
Submitted 03/14/24
Hi I meet Dr Karras and Ast Sara both extremely professional and friendly with great care given they both took time to go over my knee injury and I felt very comfortable with both they took time to hear my history of injury and also getting to know me as a person I was a comfortable meeting and I felt better about what needs to be done for my well being
Thanks o both *
Joseph K.
Submitted 03/13/24
Great on time very professional!*
Lewis T.
Submitted 03/12/24
Professional and clear on diagnosis. *
William K.
Submitted 03/12/24
beyond expectations in every way*
Ronald H.
Submitted 03/12/24
Dr. Karas and his staff are exceptional. Their professionalism, expertise and empathy and compassion towards their patients is undeniably perfect. Dr. Karas is a fabulous surgeon that I would recommend to anyone. His bedside manner and excellent surgical skills put him as one of the best doctors we have encountered. *
Patricia S.
Submitted 03/12/24
Saw Dr. Karas for the first time yesterday. He was very thorough in explaining everything about my future hip reconstruction surgery. Explained all the complications and possible outcomes of this surgery. Was grateful for his being upfront about everything. *
Thomas W.
Submitted 03/12/24
Everyone was great - friendly and professional. Dr. Kara's took the time to walk through everything and to explain all options. I would recommend him and his team to anyone.*
John S.
Submitted 03/11/24
I've had my 2 knees done about 4 1/2 months apart. I specifically chose Dr. Karas because he practices the less invasive method of total knee replacement surgery. The entire staff was very professional and friendly and patient centric. After each surgery I was amazed at how quickly I was able to recover. In both cases I was able to walk normally and go up and down stairs without difficulty in 3-4 weeks. Therapy continues for a few more sessions, but I feel within a couple of weeks I will be back riding my bike and doing all the outdoor things I love. Thank Dr. Karas and associates!*
Myron L.
Submitted 03/08/24
I only had to take a pre surgery x ray but the waiting time was minimal*
Kevin B.
Submitted 03/07/24
Was referred to Dr. Karas by Dr. Chahla both at Midwest Orthopedics at Rush. Dr. Karas reviewed my x-rays and MRI of my left hip. He was very informative and explained options to me clearly and in detail. He advised me to get PT to improve my Left Hip pain. Recommended to see how that goes and hold off on a hip replacement for now. I appreciated his advise. I highly recommend Dr Karas, he was very honest and looking out for my best care options. *
Royshell D.
Submitted 03/03/24
Very good*
William S.
Submitted 02/29/24
Very excellent! He is professional and caring! Great combination *
Beverly R.
Submitted 02/29/24
I could not be happier that I chose Dr. Karas for my total knee replacement surgery.
He is thorough, kind, and he listens to my concerns. Not only that but also his team members are amazingly kind and supportive.
My surgery went extremely well and I consider myself lucky to have had him for this major surgery.
Thanks Dr. Karas for everything.*
Rosemarie P.
Submitted 02/28/24
Great team*
Ruth G.
Submitted 02/23/24
very good*
Linda R.
Submitted 02/22/24
Dr. Karas and his staff were friendly and professional. He listened diligently to my concerns and addressed my knee problem in an easy to understand way. Explained the whole replacement process and told me what to expect.
Looking forward to my surgery.*
Denise B.
Submitted 02/22/24
Mine was a first, initial consult meeting with Dr Karas. It is a major process, involving layers of info gathering, including xrays. I was grateful for the time & thorough approach. But do keep your schedule clear after your appointment time because it is a lengthy process to the end. But that's a good thing when looking into a knee replacement, you don't want to feel rushed, like so many appointments trying to fit everyone into 15-20 min slots. I'm glad to wait because it means that everyone gets enough time with the doctor, when it's your turn as well, & it is a Super busy place. It was a very impressive experience.*
Maria H.
Submitted 02/22/24
Dr. Karas and his entire team were exceptional!! It’s been 3 weeks since my tkr and I cannot thank them enough….I am beginning to do tasks that were very difficult prior to my surgery. Taking steps forward…. THANK YOU ALL.*
Verka G.
Submitted 02/22/24
The visit went very well *
Vesselin At. V.
Submitted 02/20/24
On October 2021 year I had Hip Joint replacement surgery done by Dr Vasili Karas. Officially my surgery was successful . But right after the surgery I experienced muscle spasms and heavy cramps at my left hip artificial joints until now Febr 2024. Next 5 months I performed a lot of physical therapy sessions . At first I used two crutches to be able to walk and after 30 sessions I stop using them. On April and May 2023 I performed also 14 sessions with ultrasound device and with medical patches connected with cables, liquid steroid and low electric currency. Therapist told me that after 6- sessions my muscle cramps will be minimized. This Not happened. After 13 sessions I had temporary little improvement. Then therapist made conclusion " you have a many scars inside in some muscles" that's why no result. Last June 2023 year I visited another orthopedic doctor surgeon. After 3 X rays of my left Hip joint he said" the artificial joint look normal". Then he put me on medical table and started moving my leg - up and down, rotations, extensions . .and concluded " the reason for your almost permanent muscle spasms and cramps at Hip joint are scars tissues inside more than normal " Finally now January 31 st 2024 I visited again my surgeon Dr. Vasili KARAS . I wrote and printed my "medical history" one and half page but with big size letters. To be easy to read. I gave it to Dr. Karas. He took a look for 12-14 seconds and did NOT read it. He needed 4 min to read it. Then he asked me " what is your problem now 2 years after surgery ? " I told him again " permanent muscle spasms and cramps in my artificial hip joint, especially when I bend a little my body" Please, I need a help ! Then he didn't try to touch my hip joint or to press some muscles and said " all right you need muscle relaxant medication" and wrote prescription. That set. Our conversation lasted less than 3 min and Dr Karas left the office . But my questions is : if some patients after Hip joint replacement surgery have scars tissues in muscles more than normal, how muscle relaxant will help ?? before dissolving ,before reducing these scars in muscles ? How ? The scars are like hard fibers. Theoretically according to many medical websites and research written from orthopedic doctors Is Not possible to relax muscles before dissolving most of them. In my case I expected and hoped that high rated Dr Vasili Karas MD will prescribe me some specific medication -to minimize and to dissolve such scars tissues in muscles. But he didn't and maybe he does Not know such medications. I am so frustrated and desperate after my visitation with Dr V. Karas surgeon. I think I don't have a reason to visit him again .I started already serious research with Google to find some alternative natural substances to take to be able to minimize these miserable scars. Now I have permanent problem with my movements, with my everyday tasks May GOD help me ? regards; Vesselin V. from Bartlett, IL
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