Dr. Stephen Ilario, MD

I had both hips replaced by Dr Ilario. His work is excellent and he gave me ample preparation before the surgery and answered my all my questions. Post surgery was also done well and I highly recommend him.

Fortunately, Dr. Ilario was my surgeon for two total hip replacements in 2024, one in the spring and one in the fall. Something that struck me was how highly Dr. Ilario's colleagues spoke of him. I became a 'regular' at his office, what with all the necessary related appointments, and in the course of these I overheard numerous conversations praising Dr. Ilario's skill and thoroughness. A family member was hospitalized a few months before my surgery, and one of the doctors who cared for him said she hoped Dr. Ilario would be her surgeon for an upcoming joint replacement. This consistently high praise from health professionals helped me decide to move forward with the surgery, and my personal experience verified these high ratings. As with any consultation, I think it is important to arrive for an appointment with Dr. Ilario with questions prepared; he is very generous with complete answers. All patients choosing Dr. Ilario can be confident they are in the best of hands.

Dr. Ilario did a great job. He is very knowledgeable and very patient. performed both knees at the same time and had no issues ever since. Very happy with his bed side manner. I would definitely recommend him.

Recovery, wound healing, mobility went perfectly. Flexibility is great too. Have no complaints.

Two months ago I had a total hip replacement with Dr. Stephen Ilario. The surgery was smooth and uneventful with excellent outcomes. No pain and the incision healed quickly - all thanks to Dr. Ilario's expert surgical skill. For the first time in years I enjoy walking again with increased mobility and range of motion. I highly recommend Dt. Ilario and his team and Kaiser. The surgery was at Suburban Hospital, and I have high praise for the nurses and care team there too. This was a positive experience all around. Dr. Ilario did a good job of explaining the condition of my hip and what I could expect. He was clear, and easy to follow, although he is a person of few words. I felt listened to and respected and that he answered my questions. I found him to be attentive to detail. I sense that he goes the extra mile to ensure quality of care and see that everything is addressed. To me, this is what being patient-centered means. He does amazing work. I highly recommend him and Kaiser.

His diagnosis was completely wrong, and did not take any responsibility for his mismanagement

Excellent. I am very pleased with the care I received and the outcome of my hip replacement surgery.

Dr. Ilario did an excellent job with my recent hip replacement. He responded with understanding to my request for a re-do of the hip, on which he did a screw-repair operation a year earlier. Throughout, Dr. Ilario showed knowledge, understanding and skill in dealing with my replacement prep and execution. I felt well cared for. My walking is now painless and balanced, and I can do routine exercise as I did before the first operation. In the recovery room, he visited and watched as I took my first steps with the p.t. tech to make sure things were going well. So far I am very pleased with the surgery and will contact him if problems arise.

I had a total right hip replacement on November 12, 2020. The hip surgery was very successful and I was very happy with it as I had minimal pain. However, I fell directly onto my new hip two months ago and amazingly it held up with no ill effects. Dr Ilario was very considerate and thoughtful throughout my exchanges with him. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a friend or family member.

I have been very pleased with the results of the total left hip replacement Dr. Ilario performed June 16, 2020. I am progressing well as a result of the surgery and the Physical Therapy regimen I am following.

I had total hip replacement surgery with excellent results. the recommended P.T. has resulted in pain free mobility. for which I am very grateful.

Dr. Ilario is an outstanding surgeon. He is exceptional in orthopedic work. He goes to great lengths to ensure that the patient is comfortable, informed, and relaxed during the surgery. Dr. Ilario performed a total knee replacement on my left knee. The entire experience was fantastic. Dr. Ilario's work has given me a new lease on life. He will be my doctor for life.

Excellent surgeon. Accurate diagnosis. Provides great attention before during and after the surgery. Just finished second surgery with him, and both were very successful. I am very satisfied with Fr. Ilario and with the Kaiser staff and facility as a whole.

I am grateful for Dr. Ilario's skill that gave me my mobility back. 15 months after total left hip replacement and planning a three-week on-my-feet vacation! Healed well, minimal pain, maximum flexibility now that I'm recovered. Recommend without reservation.

Dr. Ilario did a wonderful job on my total knee replacement. Everything went as planned and my recovery has been going extremely well. I was concerned at the size and look of the incision, but it looks very good now that it’s healed. Dr. Ilario called me the day after surgery to check on me and is very quick to respond to my emails with questions. I would highly recommend him. The Gaithersburg Kaiser location is excellent.

I had an amazing experience with excellent service for my medical condition ( total hip replacement ). I've been fortunate to be operated by Dr. Ilario, a truly gifted surgeon. Dr. Ilario told me everything that would happen. He made me feel entirely at ease with a major surgery. Zero pain from day one after the procedure. Six weeks later I was back to work as a personal trainer! I recommend Dr. Ilario to everyone who needs help from severe pain . Life is good, thanks, Dr. Ilario.

Amazing doctor. I had a right hip replacement. After 5 weeks I was able to walk 10K. After the surgery the level of pain was zero.

I can highly recommend Dr. Ilario as a surgeon. I came all the way down from north Baltimore County to find him. I needed a full hip replacement. I also wanted it done from the front (anterior) and on a Hana table. He was the first Dr. I could find in the Kaiser system that could do that. He uses the Hana table at the excellent Suburban Hospital in Bethesda. I had it done on 2/6/18, and after 3 weeks my Physical Therapist said he has rarely seen such a fast & strong recovery. Thanks Dr. Ilario.

Dr. Ilario is an excellent physician and surgeon. I have just completed two total hip replacements within 3 months. He performed both operations. The first was done at Suburban Hospital and the second at Kaiser Ambulatory Surgery Center in Largo. Care from staff at both facilities was excellent. Dr. Ilario is an excellent orthopedic mechanic. Really. This was my first experience with surgery and I had a lot of apprehension. His approach is efficient, and compassionate. Recommend A++

Very good surgeon. Bi-lateral knee surgery and have recovered in 7 weeks. Minor issue with assessed stitch. Had a full understanding of the process and recommend Dr. ILARIO because he is a true professional and gave me my life back since I could not walk.