Steven Mather, MD

Spine Surgery, The Spine Center

4.8
183 Ratings
Years in Practice: 33 years
Practices In: Lockport, Westmont
Patients Seen: Ages 18+

I am here to help each patient with their prob­lem, whether it be sur­gi­cal or non-sur­gi­cal. Many spine prob­lems can be com­plex, oth­ers are sim­ple. With 29 years of expe­ri­ence, I will lend a hand to those in need. By stay­ing in touch with state of the art tech­nol­o­gy blend­ed with a car­ing approach, we strive to give each and every patient the best expe­ri­ence possible.

Care Team

Need an appointment sooner? While your primary care provider or specialist are the anchor of your care team, their advanced practice providers and physician partners are available to provide care when you need it.

Care Team

Need an appointment sooner? While your primary care provider or specialist are the anchor of your care team, their advanced practice providers and physician partners are available to provide care when you need it.

Languages
English
Clinical Interests

Min­i­mal­ly inva­sive surgery, revi­sion surgery, failed back syn­drome, micro­surgery, com­put­er-aid­ed surgery

Personal Interests

Astro­physics, fish­ing, exer­cise, golf, music

Memberships
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery North American Spine Society
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
3815 Highland Avenue Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 630-275-2700 Get Directions
AMITA Health Adventist Medical Center, Hinsdale
120 North Oak Street Hinsdale, Illinois 60521 630-856-9000 Get Directions
Edward Hospital
801 S. Washington St. Naperville, Illinois 60540 630-527-3000 Get Directions
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
155 E. Brush Hill Road Elmhurst, Illinois 60126 331-221-1000 Get Directions
School
University of Illinois Graduation Date: 1985 Degree: MD
Residency
Marcopa County Hospital Resident in Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowships
Case Western Reserve University Orthopaedics
Provider’s Publications
The One Year Results of the STAC minimally invasive lumbar fusion
September 2019
Provider’s Research
Developed the STAC technique for minimally invasive lumbar fusion 9 patents on spinal devices or techniques

Procedures

Anterior Cervical Corpectomy, Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion, Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF), Cervical Disc Replacement, Cervical Facet Radiofrequency Neurotomy, Cervical Laminaplasty (or Laminoplasty), Hernia Surgery, Laminectomy (Cervical) with Fusion, Laminectomy (Cervical, Lumbar and Thoracic), Lateral Interbody Fusion Microdiscectomy (XLIF), Lumbar Corpectomy, Lumbar Disc Microsurgery, Lumbar Disc Replacement, Microdiscectomy, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Minimally Invasive TLIF, Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF), Spinal Fusion (Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar)

Conditions

Cervical Radiculopathy, Degenerative Disc Disease, Facet Joint Syndrome, Herniated Discs, Lumbar Radiculopathy (Sciatica), Spinal Infection, Spondylolisthesis

Ratings


Ratings Category

The Patient Satisfaction Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.8
183 Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.7
181 Ratings

Provider included you in decisions

4.8
174 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.8
183 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.8
181 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.8
180 Ratings

Comments


Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.
"Wonderful Doctor"
5
Jan. 27, 2025
"This was a wonderful, informative and reassuring experience. I feel so fortunate to have such an incredible, knowledgable and talented surgeon."
5
Jan. 15, 2025
"Dr Mather was rude and aloof. He made me feel as if I was wasting his valuable time. I do not plan to follow his treatment recommendations. I got more from the internet than the visit with this doctor."
2
Jan. 14, 2025
"Dr. Mather is a awesome surgeon, gifted and talented"
5
Jan. 14, 2025
"Excellent Doctor and excellent service."
5
Jan. 3, 2025
"Dr Mather is an excellent physician"
5
Dec. 17, 2024
"Dr. Mather was very good. He was caring, listened to me, explained everything thoroughly, was earnest in addressing the situation. I felt very comfortable with him and appreciated his demeanor and thoroughness."
5
Dec. 10, 2024
"Dr. Mather always listens to my problem and exam the problem and makes me do some exercises to see what is wrong and recommend medicine I can try. Always says to call him if I have problems with the meds"
5
Dec. 6, 2024
"Excellent communication. Excellent knowledge"
5
Dec. 4, 2024
"Dr. Mather is an excellent Dr who vastly improved my quality of life. Thank you!"
5
Dec. 3, 2024
"Dr Mather and his staff are top notch and I would refer them to anyone. It is very comforting to know that someone had my back in my current situation, literally! Thank you to the entire team!"
5
Nov. 1, 2024
"Dr. Mather is excellent at communicating the problem as well as the best solutions."
5
Oct. 30, 2024
"Dr Mather is a very caring professional."
5
Oct. 30, 2024
"I have been going to Dr. Mather for a long time. He's a great doctor and surgeon."
5
Oct. 27, 2024
"Dr Steve Mather is an excellent & caring doctor."
5
Oct. 8, 2024
"Dr Mather was patient and discussed concerns so I understood his answers."
5
Sep. 28, 2024
"Outstanding doc"
5
Sep. 28, 2024
"Dr. Mather is a true professional and has his patients' well-being at the forefront."
5
Sep. 17, 2024
"Dr. Mathers is a true pro and master of his craft and an excellent surgeon."
5
Aug. 27, 2024
"A very professional doctor and staff, and a very thorough explanation of my condition, the MRI, and treatment options."
4.8
Aug. 27, 2024
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