About Ward McCracken, DO
Ward McCracken, DO, a primary care sports medicine physician at Endeavor Health, treats patients of all ages with general sports and orthopaedic conditions. He emphasizes accurate diagnosis and evidence-based care while building relationships rooted in trust and empathy. Dr. McCracken is passionate about working directly with patients and ensuring each one is treated like a member of his own family.
My endeavor
My endeavor is to make sure that every patient that comes to my office is treated like a family member, and also that they receive the highest quality of evidence-based medicine that we have available to them.
Care philosophy
My philosophy of patient care is that you always want to treat all of your patients as though they were your own family members, and also use the highest quality of evidence based care available.
Overview
- Gender Male
Conditions treated (8)
- Primary care sports medicine
- Orthopaedic
- Musculoskeletal care
- Sprain
- Strain
- Hip arthritis
- Knee arthritis
- Tendonitis
Procedures performed (1)
- Injections
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Endeavor Health Medical Group
1942 W. Fullerton Ave. Chicago, IL 60614-1894 -
Endeavor Health Medical Group
5215 N. California Ave., Suite F715 Chicago, IL 60625-7014 -
Endeavor Health Medical Group
9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 2900 Skokie, IL 60076-5006
Medical School
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2013Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residencies
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2016Family MedicineAdvocate Lutheran General Hospital
Fellowships
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2017Sports MedicineUniversity of Minnesota Medical School
Board certifications
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2016Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family Medicine
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2017Sports MedicineAmerican Board of Family Medicine
Professional title
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Clinical Assistant Professor, The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Reviews (172)
March 31, 2026
Dr Mccracken is the ultimate professional
March 27, 2026
Dr. McCracken and his team are committed to, caring professionals whose primary concern is the wellbeing of their patients, both physical and emotional.
March 26, 2026
Very informative and thorough
March 26, 2026
Dr. McCracken is an amazing doctor. I'm so happy he's my doctor.
March 18, 2026
Dr Mc Craken is kind, compassionate and asks appropriate questions. Together, we created a plan of care. I'm proud to call him my physician!
March 17, 2026
[...], the medical assistant was extraordinary in his care and concern. Dr. McCracken was so helpful in discussing treatment options and follow up care.
March 14, 2026
Can't say enough good things about the care I recieved at the walk in Orthopedic clinic.
March 11, 2026
Dr. Ashby is so professional, kind, and thorough, and the nursing and administrative staff are also wonderful and professional.
March 10, 2026
Excellent provider. Easy to talk to and very compassionate.
March 6, 2026
Dr. McCracken was most eager to listen to me and thoroughly came to the diagnosis. His excellent professionalism has led me to the next step in my care to work on the cure for my condition.
March 5, 2026
Caring and professional staff
March 1, 2026
Dr was very supportive, shared decision making with me, and treated me with skill.
March 1, 2026
Very empathetic and competent.
February 25, 2026
Professional kind Dr was great explained every thing to me didn't rush me thank you [...] .
February 21, 2026
I appreciate Dr McCracken's manner, delivery of information, and patience with questions.
February 18, 2026
Very good visit for me was very good
February 17, 2026
He was amazing and caring
February 14, 2026
Dr. McCracken has excellent communication skills which were very helpful on my understanding the key points of my visit.
February 14, 2026
Very thorough and kind
February 13, 2026
Dr. MCCRACKEN is very thorough, a good listener and caring.
February 12, 2026
I felt safe and heard.
February 11, 2026
All went fine!!
February 10, 2026
The doctor was very pleasant and very helpful
February 9, 2026
Diagnosis by Dr McCracken was efficient, thorough and accurate. And gave good recommendations for physical therapy and some home exercises. Walk in appointment with less than a 5 minute wait. I could not be happier.
February 9, 2026
Quick caring service, no problems
February 3, 2026
Dr. McCracken is a good listener, and laid out treatment options very clearly. He answered all my questions.
January 27, 2026
Dr McCracken is an excellent doctor. Very attentive, caring, and provides great medical expertise. 5 Stars
January 27, 2026
Smart, focused, and it helps that I got good news.
January 25, 2026
Liked that he introduced himself by his 1st name and very passionate about his trade. Was trying to be flexible with options for scheduling. Could have offered a bit more info for follow up procedures and process for a solution to my ailment.
January 24, 2026
Excellent, knowledge, excellent people skills
January 23, 2026
He was kind, thorough and answered all of my questions.
January 10, 2026
Dr. McCracken is very professional and knowledgeable. Answered all my questions and I truly feel he was concerned over my concerns and condition
January 10, 2026
He was upbeat, respectful, quick
January 5, 2026
The provider was warm and kind, and communicated effectively about condition and provided useful good recommendations.
January 5, 2026
I really appreciate the time Dr. McCracken spent assessing my severe pain. He explained his thought process clearly, while formulating a plan to address the issue.
December 24, 2025
Both [...] and Dr McCracken were kind, respectful, thorough, and effective in all they did and how they did it.
December 23, 2025
The Dr listened to my complaints and reviewed my test.
December 23, 2025
He is so kind and easy to talk to
December 18, 2025
I felt rushed and not heard.
December 17, 2025
Excellent care
December 17, 2025
Dr. McCraken is an excellent doctor.
December 12, 2025
Excellent care
December 9, 2025
I was greeted and oriented by […] , he was very warm, kind, and attending. He was a great interaction. Dr. McCracken was swift and focused, with his time and assessment. […] came in and gave me great options for aftercare and found ways to be relatable.
December 8, 2025
Unlike many care providers Dr McCracken spent time addressing my concerns and answering any questions
November 26, 2025
I was so pleased and satisfied I went straight to write an amazing google review. I was beyond amazed with his professionalism, knowledge, personality and honesty. I appreciated I didn't feel rush and he truly cared about my well being.
November 26, 2025
Dr. McCracken is a life saver. He has been taking care of my knee issues for years. I couldn't live without him. He keeps me walking!
November 26, 2025
Those 5's cover it. I went to immediate care without an appointment, got called in quickly, and felt cared about and cared for by the doctor and the entire staff.
November 21, 2025
Love Dr. McCracken he has help make the pain of getting older manageable
November 20, 2025
I was a walk-in and received excellent care in a very readable time. Five stars!!
November 13, 2025
I knew that my coccyx was injured. I thought that Dr. McCracken should have left the final determination of the extent of the injury to the radiologist. He was a bit rigid in his diagnosis.
November 2, 2025
Dr McCracken is a good professional.
October 30, 2025
Very thorough and addressed my concerns
October 19, 2025
Dr McKraken was very nice,listens to my medical problems and will help me to find a solution
October 10, 2025
Accommodating, empathetic
October 10, 2025
He asked good questions and did good tests of my arm movement m
October 7, 2025
Dr McCraken is the best, always polite, respectable besides being an c excellent doctor.
October 6, 2025
Dr. McCracken was the best. Bedside manor, explained options and next steps. Very happy!
October 6, 2025
Very good
October 1, 2025
Dr McCracken is the best
September 29, 2025
Thank you so much for your assistance and care during my visit.
September 29, 2025
I have had 3 joint replacements at Endeavor and was very pleased with results and the care I received.
September 19, 2025
Very thorough and friendly. I was well informed about my health needs.
September 13, 2025
Dr Mccracken was wonderful. I was in extreme pain but he assured me of a full recovery with medication and physical therapy. He addressed all of my concerns quickly and efficiently so that l was able to begin my treatment without delay. I'm very grateful. Thank you.
September 12, 2025
Very helpful. Resolved my issue quickly and efficiently.
September 10, 2025
Dr McCracken was very courteous and thorough which was much appreciated!
September 10, 2025
This was a walk-in situation and the entire staff couldn't have been nicer. The wait time was not very long either. I would definitely recommend the Dr. McCracken and his entire team; they were very caring and wonderful.
September 7, 2025
The doctor had great communication on my condition, he probed, examined, and laid out a game plan for me to do for the next visit including settling up an EKG to probe further into my problem, and then a follow up to revisit my issue.
September 7, 2025
There was no wait. Was on time
September 6, 2025
Great experience and appointment was very easy and clear.
September 5, 2025
Doctor and staff were great. Messaging system was cumbersome and slow
September 5, 2025
I appreciate the awesome service provided in my time of need. Thanks, Team!
August 31, 2025
Put simply the doctor was very good and attentive and thorough
August 30, 2025
Dr.McCracken Is caring & Informative.
August 29, 2025
Totally Positive Experience ! ! Everybody treated Me like FAMILY ! !
August 27, 2025
Keep up good work
August 27, 2025
Dr McCracken was a great communicator with a friendly, efficient way about him.
August 14, 2025
It was excellent
August 10, 2025
Seemed midly concerened withmy pain, ordered me to come backl inst4ad of offering more support rightnow
August 10, 2025
Everyone was so polite and nice. Thank you Dr. McCracken for giving me the use of my hand again. My thumb doesn't hurt. I can bent it without no pain.
August 9, 2025
I though he was excellent. Communicated well and very good at discussing options for my condition.
August 8, 2025
Very good, attentive, care.
August 4, 2025
Very supportive and courteous. Knowledgeable and efficient
July 31, 2025
Dr M was great ... Efficient and thorough.
July 31, 2025
Walk in clinic amazing to have. Dr McCracken was direct and informative. Helping A lot!
July 31, 2025
Competent doctor and a good communicator. I am so grateful to be seen by him with my crisis of pain.
July 29, 2025
Very friendly and explained things well; reassuring
July 29, 2025
Dr. McCracken is great! He listens thoroughly and always discusses options while including patient's preferences. Nothing but great things to say about him and the nurses on his team!
July 27, 2025
Dr. McCracken was very detailed in his exam and explained all to me relative to what was going on with my Knee. I felt very comfortable with Dr. McCracken as it was my first time having an appt with him.
July 21, 2025
Everyone in the establishment was very friendly
July 20, 2025
Taken in 5 minutes without an appointments. Gave good advice. No rushhing
July 16, 2025
It was a pleasure meeting with him, and everything was handled perfectly.
July 15, 2025
Showed concern and answered all my questions and explained all options.
July 14, 2025
Dr. McCraken was great. Kind, compassion, and a great explainer of my issue.
July 14, 2025
WONDERFUL!!!! Took care of my pain/problem and would HIGHLY recommend!! THANK YOU!
July 11, 2025
Great doctor. Listened to me, explained thought process, gave me answers and insight
July 9, 2025
First rate visit - informative and helpful
July 6, 2025
Good listener very good very good
July 5, 2025
Dr.McCracken was very helpful, patient explaining the pain I was experiencing.
July 3, 2025
Good bedside Manner. Explained things. Responded to email questions promptly.
June 25, 2025
Excellent
June 24, 2025
Very professional and good diagnostician. Friendly personality and explained things well.
June 22, 2025
Good
June 19, 2025
Good
June 19, 2025
Doctors were good. Process was very good in out clinic. I have been waiting several hours to be admitted to room.
June 18, 2025
Dr McCracken was efficient and helpful.
June 15, 2025
The doctor was attentive, answered my questions. I recommend this urgent care to everyone.
June 14, 2025
Excellent
June 13, 2025
Great Job By Everyone !!!!!!
June 13, 2025
He was very nice and knowledgeable.
June 13, 2025
All of the caretakers were knowledgeable and helpful. I was blown away
June 13, 2025
My care was great. I know they were super busy that day. I think the only thing I would have liked to see done differently would be not seeing so many people. I had someone come in before Dr. McCracken, who was helping out that day, then Dr. McCracken, then my follow-up was with the person who usually assisted. It just felt a little disjunct. However, the care was great, and Dr. McCracken diagnosed me quickly and with confidence, and the people assisting him were great as well.
June 6, 2025
I'm SO BLESSED to have EndeavorHW- Orthopedic Urgent Care !!! By the time I get to needing Urgent Care I'm unable to move. Love Care, Attention, Time given by Each Person I Met With!! Plus ALL FEELS So Much Better! Thank- Your for adding ease to my pain
June 5, 2025
Always top tier
June 5, 2025
Dr McCracken and his team informed me very thoroughly every step of the way as to what was suspected to be causing the discomfort and recommended several options for next step.
May 28, 2025
Doctor and staff were professional, caring and addressed my problems.
May 28, 2025
Dr. McCracken was not only helpful in his diagnostic skill, but his effort to fully engage me in the process and treatment plan is a rarity these days. I was very glad for his care!
May 25, 2025
He's a very caring doctor.
May 21, 2025
The walk-in orthopedic office was a dream. I was moved into a room quickly and attended to efficiently. Dr. McCracken was aggressive in testing me to suss out the issue. When an issue was apparent, he suggested several care options. The one I chose and the one he favored have worked out to the point that my pain is almost gone.
May 20, 2025
The DO was very friendly and professional.
May 14, 2025
Excellent!
May 10, 2025
The doctor was personable, professional, and thorough.
May 7, 2025
Dr McCracken was informative, kind and patient and provided the best care to meet my needs.
May 6, 2025
Dr McCracken was great!!
April 30, 2025
Dr McCracken (& Family Practice Resident) were top rate.
April 22, 2025
I was very crabby. I did not sleep the night before... I was real crabby... The doctor was VERY PATIENT with me!!! His treatment worked wonderfully.. I was a typical pain in the butt patient... Argumentative and crabby. Doc was great!!~! I NEED TO APOLOGIZE... To him.....
April 15, 2025
Dr. McCracken was kind and thorough in his explanation.
April 14, 2025
Caring and competent service at every level.
April 14, 2025
Appreciate getting the much needed MRIs after a positive, engaging discussion with Dr. McCracken.
April 12, 2025
Everyone was very kind, patient and helpful. Doctor was patient, took time to answer my questions.
April 11, 2025
Appreciate that he laid out my options for treatment and respected my choices. Very kind demeanor and gentle exam. I felt confident that I was receiving high quality care.
April 11, 2025
Dr. McCracken has great bed side manner. He did a great job explaining everything. After explaining what next steps were he asked me how I felt about them.
April 7, 2025
Very smart and knowledgeable. Felt cared for and understood.
April 4, 2025
He was polite and attentive. He explained very well. Nice man who helped me with my problem.
March 27, 2025
Everyone on Dr McCracken's team was wonderful!
March 23, 2025
Dr McCracken is a very kind and skilled physician. His calm manner puts you at ease and his is very good .
March 22, 2025
I went to a walk in appointment. From my check in to seeing the doctor everyone was exceptionally kind, informative and helpful.
March 19, 2025
Knowledgeable, caring, compassionate. Able to communicate medical information that can be understood .
March 14, 2025
Great service from all Endeavor staff members
March 14, 2025
Dr McCracken did an excellent job of explaining my condition and giving me options and a recommendation about a plan going forward. I highly recommend him.
March 6, 2025
Dr McCraken and his nurse are always thorough, patient and friendly. Even having to get a shot in the joint is always made more bearable by their old school approach to treating the patient as a person and not an insurance claim. I really like working with his calming and professional demeanor
February 28, 2025
Excellent appt, good listener and very thorough
February 26, 2025
Staff were friendly and professional.
February 26, 2025
He listened to what I had to say. The care that he gave me was awesome
February 26, 2025
The facility and organization of the walk in clinic is amazing. The wait is reasonable and the care shown by staff is excellent
February 22, 2025
Physician was VERY GOOD but OVERBOOKED
February 22, 2025
Very efficient and fast responding.
February 21, 2025
Drf. McCracken is efficient, caring, has a great recall of previous issues and is all in all someoneone I highly recommend.
February 18, 2025
Very competent.
February 13, 2025
Good listener, good personality
February 13, 2025
Great care and diagnosis. Put me at ease with my issue and planned out a recovery.
February 12, 2025
Patient, informative and caring
February 7, 2025
Thank you - was grateful for the ability to walk-in without an appointment
February 7, 2025
Great
February 7, 2025
Very professional, knowledgeable and kind
February 6, 2025
Well taken care of
February 5, 2025
Dr. McCraken took time to show me X-rays, explain options for treatment and talked me through procedure.
February 4, 2025
Dr McCracken is a wonderful provider! Thorough, easy to understand and kind
January 31, 2025
I was a new patient to Dr. McCracken. I had fallen and complained about my hand, wrist, and shoulder. He gently did things to check out movement and pain. I was sent to x-rays, and when he got the results he came back to the room and showed me the results. He explained what he felt was the best solution, which was casting my hand and wrist, but leaving my thumb a 2nd, and 3rd finger free, and follow up in 2 weeks.
January 24, 2025
Very kind and attentive to my concerns. Thorough evaluation and made me feel comfortable about the entire treatment plan.
January 24, 2025
Very smooth, friendly, and helpful
January 23, 2025
The doctor was thorough and polite. He gave me clear options.
January 23, 2025
Knowledgeable and considerate
January 22, 2025
I was a walk-in. I was seen within 30 minutes, and the doctor and all staff were very professional and thorough
January 20, 2025
Explained things well.
January 13, 2025
Dr McCracken just seemed to be in a hurry. Brief exam, pinched nerve', take some Prednisone, physical therapy,and you should be good.
January 12, 2025
It was a walk in visit - immediate care
January 10, 2025
The care and understanding of what I'm going through was j7st unbelievable. He did things that no other doctor has done for me.
January 9, 2025
Fr McCraken is the best!!
January 8, 2025
Seems like one of the best - excellent experience!
January 8, 2025
She was very nice, and patient
January 6, 2025
Excellent
January 4, 2025
Very pleasant staff and orthopedic dr
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