About Scott Cordes, MD

Scott D. Cordes, MD, an orthopaedic surgeon at Endeavor Health, provides surgical and nonsurgical care for musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. His clinical interests include fracture care, arthroscopy and joint replacement. Dr. Cordes treats a range of orthopaedic concerns, from trauma to degenerative joint disease, helping patients regain mobility and reduce pain.

Overview

  • Gender Male

Conditions treated (3)

  • Fractures
  • Sports injuries
  • Joint arthritis

Procedures performed (2)

  • Arthroscopy
  • Joint replacement

Treatments offered (1)

  • Fracture care
Endeavor Health Medical Group
2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3100
Glenview, IL 60026-1339
Medical School
  • 1983
    Medical Education
    Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine
Residencies
  • 1988
    Orthopaedic Surgery
    McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
Fellowships
  • 1989
    Pediatric Orthopaedics
    Royal Children's Hospital
Board certifications
  • 1991
    Orthopaedic Surgery
    American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Reviews (154)
March 23, 2026
Dr. Cordes is one of the best.
March 20, 2026
Very polite and very helpful and knowledgeable and respectful always explain everything so well so you can understand.
March 20, 2026
Very pleased
March 17, 2026
Excellent I have been with Dr.Cordes for 9 years and him an his staff is amazing no matter how many times they changed
March 17, 2026
Dr. Cordes is very patient friendly. He takes the time to explain and answer all questions. A great patient centered doctor..
March 8, 2026
Dr. Cordes lives up to his excellent reputation. I feel fortunate to have had him perform my surgery.
March 8, 2026
Dr Cordes is the best!!!
March 6, 2026
Spectacular
March 5, 2026
Very efficient and informative-felt well cared for.
March 1, 2026
Great medical care
No rating
February 27, 2026
My experience with Dr, Cordes and his staff has been outstanding.
February 26, 2026
Mr. Cordes MD is a Great Doctor and the staff are really professional.
February 26, 2026
He's great
February 25, 2026
Excellent care, thanks!
February 18, 2026
DOCTOR Cordes is a great surgeon and knows his profession He helped me with a compound fracture of my left leg below the knee without his help and knowledge zI wouldn't be walking today he's fantastic .
February 17, 2026
Excellent provider!
February 16, 2026
Very grateful to Dr Cordes and staff […]
January 28, 2026
Dr Cordes is a wonderful doctor. He explains and listens and doesn't use words you don't understand. He's friendly and a pleasure to talk with. A very professional doctor.
January 17, 2026
Very good.
January 16, 2026
Dr. Cordes and his staff made it very easy for my 89-year-old mother to get X-rays of both her hip and wrist during the same appt. This saved us considerable time and effort.
January 5, 2026
Very easy to schedule an appointment. I like Dr Cordes bedside manner. He presents my options and lets me choose my path, so I feel empowered under his care.
January 2, 2026
I appreciated how quickly I got into surgery. The entire experience was very positive.
December 29, 2025
Competent and helpful nurses. Very personable and compassionate assistants.
December 28, 2025
Efficient but thorough and took the time to answer the additional questions that I had.
December 20, 2025
Very professional, but made me feel comfortable and understood Dr. Cordes is an exceptional doctor who makes you feel so comfortable and shows understanding and emphaty for all your cooncern
December 20, 2025
Dr. Cordes is great - listens well and explains things in simple terms.
December 19, 2025
Very friendly and well informed of medical problem. Willing to compost first x-ray to todays x-ray and recommend steps going forward.
December 18, 2025
Great appointment
December 16, 2025
Dr. Cordes was outstanding - through the emergency surgery and all of the after care. I would recommend him without hesitation.
December 16, 2025
Dr.Cordes very knowledgeable and helpful and understanding and also he listen to you.
December 15, 2025
He is very knowledgeable and compassionate and professional
December 10, 2025
I like
December 8, 2025
I would recommend Dr. Cordes to anyone! Very straight-forward.
December 6, 2025
Dr Cordes was very informative about my diagnosis, very empathetic, and very prompt. His work ethic is outstanding. I would recommend him
December 6, 2025
Very good
December 4, 2025
Very professional
November 24, 2025
Took three days to get an appointment. Doctor felt aI should have had surgery earlier and not 6 days after the accident. It was all because not one worked on the weekend and it took three hours on Monday to get a referral to Dr. Cordes and then 2 days before an actual appointment with him
November 23, 2025
Dr. Cordes and his team provide professional, compassionate and timely care. He has performed 7 surgeries on me with number 8 on the horizon. Dr. Cordes is a trusted, highly talented, and genuine human being who happens to be an orthopedic surgeon.
November 22, 2025
Dr. Cordes was wonderful...I was seen early and all my questions were answered.
November 21, 2025
Dr Cordes is extremely knowledgeable and has a great bedside manner.
November 20, 2025
They are very interested in resolving the concerns I had in the consultation
November 15, 2025
Dr Cordes very good with listening and answering questions
November 13, 2025
I fell and broke my hip. Went to Skokie Hospital where I had surgery. I was treated with kindness and skill by every person who entered my room.
November 12, 2025
Keeps involved in reviewing status of my recovery from surgery.
November 10, 2025
Excellent attention and friendliness
November 10, 2025
Excellent
November 7, 2025
Dr. Cordes is awesome. Always taking the time to explain everything. Never do you feel rushed.
November 1, 2025
There was practically no waiting and I was in and out.
October 29, 2025
Good
October 29, 2025
Dr Cordes is great about explaining everything I need to know and in a way I can easily understand
October 28, 2025
Excellent customer service as well as courteous service throughout my visits from the minute I hit the door
October 16, 2025
Doctor Cordes saved me! I was in horrible pain (couldn't walk)! Now I am pain free and doing everything physically! Love him!
October 9, 2025
Dr Cordes is great- personally and professionally. Have recommended him to others for years.
October 5, 2025
Dr Cordes explains processes and status. He is both pleasant and efficient but not rushed
October 4, 2025
Thought everything, from surgery to follow through went well.
October 3, 2025
Wonderful experience. Very efficient and organized.
October 3, 2025
I've been seeing Dr. Cordes for years! He is a kind and understanding person who listens to my needs. He truly cares about his patients
September 16, 2025
I am very grateful for my surgery, and my knee does not hurt. Very thankful
September 15, 2025
Very happy with my visit helped me with my constant pain in my knees
September 11, 2025
Dr. Cordes is the best.
September 10, 2025
Dr. Scott Cordes, and his entire are amazing. I referred family and friends to him. He is the best. Never disappointed visiting his office.
September 3, 2025
Dr. Cordes is an outstanding physician and surgeon.
August 28, 2025
Very knowledgeable and passionate.
August 27, 2025
Care provider fine
August 26, 2025
Good care. Thanks!
August 22, 2025
. Provider and staff very kind and understanding. I had no delays.
August 20, 2025
Caring, excellent service.
August 20, 2025
Very professional , Took the necessary time to explain everything.
August 20, 2025
Excellent care?
August 17, 2025
Very thorough, professional and relatable.
August 15, 2025
Dr. Cordes is a fine physician.
August 13, 2025
Extremely professional, knowledgeable and kind. Dr Cordes listens and was able to give me options
August 13, 2025
Very good and accommodating. Well explained and very nice to explain.
August 11, 2025
Dr is good!
August 5, 2025
I have been patient of DR.Scott Cordes since 1998. He's repaired one elbow, ankle, two meniscus surgeries and one knee replacement. I don't think I could have a better bone surgeon.
August 3, 2025
Superb medical professional! Dr. Cordes has provided outstanding treatment and surgeries for a variety of issues I have had over the past 30+ years. He Is always friendly and takes the time to really understand the problem before Implementing a perfect solution. I have reccomended Dr. Cordes to several friends and they have all agreed with my assessment of his terrific skills.
August 1, 2025
Dr. Cordes was as professional and kind at my visit in July as he was at my visit in 2017. He explained the view of myX-Ray and his recommendation. I'm looking forward to my follow-up and recommended him to a few colleagues and friends.
July 31, 2025
He is very compassionate
July 31, 2025
Dr. Cortez is a pleasant, easy-going man who is clearly knowledgeable and skilled. He doesn't waste your time or words but addresses all concerns. When I visited him, I felt well cared for.
July 30, 2025
Dr. Cordes is a caring, knowledgeable physician who listens to his patients and includes them in his care plan.
July 30, 2025
Dr Cordes is great! He is personable and he listens to you and makes you feel comfortable to ask any questions or concerns you might have. My full hip replacement went well and I am grateful that with the physical therapy I am back to my old self.
July 29, 2025
TOP NOTCH!
July 29, 2025
I have always found the nursing staff as well as the technicians who take the X-ray excellent service and my Dr is great I would not have been with him, as long as I have , if I was not. Confident in him
July 26, 2025
Very capable, knowledgeable, and kind
July 22, 2025
Dr. Cordes and his staff were very courteous and skilful.
July 20, 2025
On time and they are so polite
July 19, 2025
Excellent Doctor, concerned and caring for the patient. Very thoughtful and thorough. Makes sure you understand everything before he leaves the room. Have referred many friends to Dr. Cordes. All were well pleased with their care.
July 13, 2025
Is very good
July 5, 2025
I would like to say thanks, because he did very good profesional care
July 3, 2025
The staff are SUPER FRIENDLY!! Dr Cordes was GREAT!! No complaints!
July 2, 2025
Dr Cordes is an excellent doctor, surgeon and person.
July 1, 2025
Dr Cordes is great
July 1, 2025
Was referred to by a friend about the excellent care that her brother received I'm glad I listened to her. I was very satisfied with my visit and the options that were given
June 28, 2025
Excellent professional care.
June 26, 2025
Very satisfied with the empathy and care extended to me. Their expertise was evident in every action and question.
June 26, 2025
Dr. Cordes is consummate professional.
June 13, 2025
Could not have been better
June 8, 2025
Always great staff
June 7, 2025
Very professional and thorough. I feel confidant about my healthcare.
June 4, 2025
It is always a pleasure to have a visit with Dr. Cordes as he is always kind and professional. His bedside manners always speak volumes.
June 3, 2025
Excellent care. Friendly and professional staff from reception to MD...thanks Endeavor!
May 24, 2025
Dr. Cordes is great . He has a calm demeanor and instills trust in his professional judgment.
May 24, 2025
It's a comfortable and welcoming experience.
May 22, 2025
Dr, Cordes is an excellent physician who provides comprehensive care and also spends time with and listens to his patients. That is so important.
May 15, 2025
Dr. Cordes is the best in his field .
May 13, 2025
Dr Cordes very knowledgeable, conservative in approach which I like, gave options for treatment including medication and pt. Nurse,xray tech all efficient and friendly.
May 10, 2025
Knowledgeable, approachable, cares for patients
May 6, 2025
I am very pleased with my provider. And his office staff is always doing the best in addressing my concerns
May 2, 2025
Listened and was very helpful.
May 2, 2025
He did a nice job, was engaging and answered all of our questions, great job overall, front office (receptionist staff) appears to be very stressed at times.
May 2, 2025
Great people
April 25, 2025
Very skilled professional
April 25, 2025
Superior care and professional service
April 21, 2025
Dr Cordes was wonderful. He went through my history & my current situation carefully listening to my concerns. He really made me feel relieved & relaxed.
April 4, 2025
Dr Cordes is straightforward, takes the history and does the physical exam exactly as it most efficiently can be done to get the information he needs to move forward, does not waste time and money on tests that are not needed. He is respectful of the patient and allows the patient to actively participate, allowing an individual choices in their care. Highest regard for for him.
April 3, 2025
He's the best. Very kind. Very understanding. Listened to me every step of the way.
April 3, 2025
Dr Cordes is the best! He always show that he cares and discuss care plan when needed.
April 2, 2025
Great appointment
April 2, 2025
Excellent care provided.
March 29, 2025
Dr. Cordes is very profesional and listened ,to how scare I am about my diagnostic listened very patiently, when I had a meltdown because I may need surgery. That's why I don't mind coming to nordhore orthopedic team and neurosurgeon team.You guys saved my life when you discovered I had an illness that needed to be treated ASP.
March 27, 2025
Dr Cordes always shows care and expertise regarding my condition
March 24, 2025
Dr. Cordes is an excellent orthopedic doctor. He did two surgeries for me and both were successful.
March 22, 2025
I want to communicate my deep gratitude to Dr Cordes, and his staff for a successful surgery and for the ongoing follow up healing practice. Also thanks to the science and technology that Endeavor has in its facility. This is the second surgery Dr Cordes has done on my bones. The first time was on a broken elbow in 2004. So I know that he has at least 20 years of practice and evolving with current medical and surgical techniques. He has coincidentally healed several other friends of mine. Thank you.
March 22, 2025
Dr. Cordes is always happy to answer any of my questions. He is very knowledgeable and kind. Always feel secure under his care and expertise.
March 14, 2025
Great professional people d DR Cordes is a very kind man
March 11, 2025
Dr. Cordes addressed my problem quickly. He had my MRI sent to me before I got home. He's a knowledgeable, compassionate Dr.
March 11, 2025
Exceptional staff.
March 11, 2025
Very caring to all my needs
March 5, 2025
Dr. Cordes is an excellent communicator.
March 5, 2025
Ok
March 4, 2025
If this is regarding my post op visit w/ Dr. Cordes then I have nothing but the highest regard for the service that I received. Every staff member that I came across was kind and very courteous and they even laughed at my corny jokes. They were on top of everything including my FMLA / short term disability paperwork. I have no complaints.
March 4, 2025
Dr Cordes and his staff are top notch! Everyone listened to my concerns and took appropriate X-rays to help diagnose the cause of my ailment. I was called at precisely my scheduled morning appointment and was seen expediently.
March 2, 2025
Very caring doctor
February 21, 2025
Good
February 20, 2025
Very good
February 15, 2025
Dr Cordes is very good
February 13, 2025
Incredibly patient and thorough in his explanation/ options
February 12, 2025
Very good
February 7, 2025
The visit was informative and I felt comfortable with all of the team members.
February 6, 2025
He knows his patients and treats them well. He is thorough and listens to you.
January 21, 2025
Dr Cordes is caring and communicative. He is well qualified and thorough. He has a busy practice but I never feel rushed.
January 18, 2025
Dr Cordes is such a nice man. My broken bone comes with a few complications like diabetes and osteopenia. I couldn't tell if Dr Cordes could tell by my chart that these may complicate seating the screws or if I had to bring it up so I could get a grasp on the reality of what could go wrong. Not sure if he would have brought it up if I hadn't. Dr Cordes doesn't have typical surgeon nature, he's much kinder:)
January 18, 2025
I'm so impressed with the care I've received from Endeavor.
January 18, 2025
Dr Cordes is terrific! Level of knowledge, care and friendliness was greatly appreciated.
January 17, 2025
Dr Cordes seems like a very experienced Orthopedic Trauma doctor, and I felt very reassured having him be the one to review whether I needed surgery or not to correct the multiple fractures of my upper left humerus!
January 17, 2025
Dr. Cordes is a great physician. He constantly checks to make sure you understand your condition and what options are available to you. He makes sure that you feel you have the best care available. He has called my home to follow up days after the appointment to verify that I have no new questions or concerns. A top flight doctor in all areas.
January 15, 2025
Was thorough and explained the procedure in a clear and precise manner.
January 15, 2025
He is great.
January 14, 2025
Dr. Cordes took his time and clearly explain my test results and took his time with me and gave me several options
January 9, 2025
Dr Cordes listened to my functional ability concerns and responded to help me manage those concerns. I very much appreciated that he integrated these concerns in his care.
January 8, 2025
Disappeared before I could get my questions answered. Have gone to him before. This was a new experience
January 8, 2025
He is fabulous
January 7, 2025
Not enough attention
January 2, 2025
Very knowledgeable. Informative and amswered my questions. Staff went above and beyond to teach me how to use the silly crutches
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