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Locations

Lombard

1801 S. Highland Ave.Lombard, Illinois 60148
630-790-1872

Westmont

303 W. Ogden AvenueWestmont, Illinois 60559
630-790-1872

About Benjamin Kester, MD

Philosophy of Care

As an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, I want to keep people healthy and participating in the activities they love. These activities are essential to our physical and emotional well-being and so I will work with patients of all ages to live their best lives.

Personal Interests

Biking, running, traveling, hiking, and cooking - always with my wife and children whenever possible.

Languages

English

Memberships

Alpha Omega Alpha

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)

American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)

American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine

Clinical Interests

Sports Medicine including knee and shoulder arthroscopy, knee ligament reconstruction including ACL, PCL, MCL and posterolateral corner, knee cartilage repair and restoration, meniscus repair and transplant, patellofemoral disorders, rotator cuff repair, shoulder stabilization, anatomic and reverse total shoulder replacement

Awards & Accolades

Castle Connolly 2025 Top Doctor

2025

Education
Schools
Northwestern UniversityGraduation Date: 2015Degree: MD
Residency
New York University Langone Orthopedic HospitalResident in Orthopaedic Surgery2020
Fellowships
Midwest Orthopaedics at RushOrthopaedic Sports Medicine2021
Clinical Expertise
Procedures

Ratings and 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.

Kind and caring treatment

5

Oct 21, 2025

Good experience, short concise and to the point.

5

Oct 20, 2025

Dr. Kester was very thorough, listened to my concerns, and helped with my continued care.

5

Oct 1, 2025

Dr Kester really listens and did a thorough exam. I felt confident that my questions were answered.

5

Oct 1, 2025

Dr. Kester was amazing and helped ease concerns and worry. We always come back to him for all three of our children!

5

Sep 29, 2025

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.8

433 Reviews

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.

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Corporate Mailing Address1100 W 31st Street
Downers Grove, Illinois 60515
Main Line - (630) 469 9200Billing Customer Service - (866) 734 7680
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