Summary

Dr. Robert Burns is a surgeon who graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and has dedicated 38 years to surgical practice. His extensive experience spans nearly four decades of providing surgical care to patients. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Burns practices at several Indiana University Health locations throughout Indianapolis, including Riley Hospital For Children, Methodist Hospital, and Indiana University Health Hospital. He specializes in treating conditions such as ventral hernias and chronic constipation. His surgical expertise includes gastrointestinal procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Burns highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 38 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Robert C Burns has 2 locations

Riley Pediatric General Surgery - Riley Outpatient Center

575 Riley Hospital Dr Ste 2500Indianapolis, IN 46202
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Riley Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes - Franciscan St. Francis Health

5255 E Stop 11 Rd Suite 460Indianapolis, IN 46237
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgeryEmergency MedicinePhysical Medicine & RehabilitationColorectal Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
38 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Indianapolis , INLEXINGTON , KYIndianapolis , INMooresville , IN
Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert C Burns

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Healthy Indiana Plan
  • Anthem Hoosier Care Connect
  • Anthem Hoosier Healthwise
  • Anthem Indiana PathWays for Aging
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Anthem Pathway Essentials Network
  • CareSource
  • CareSource Healthy Indiana Plan
  • CareSource Hoosier Healthwise
  • CareSource Marketplace
  • Cigna
  • Cigna Marketplace
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Community Health Network Employee Plan
  • Coventry/First Health
  • Deaconess OneCare
  • Encore
  • Encore Combined
  • Encore Elite
  • Encore Workers Compensation
  • Humana
  • Humana Healthy Horizons Indiana PathWays for Aging
  • Humana Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage PFFS
  • Humana Medicare Advantage PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert C Burns has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert C Burns has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Neonatal Intensive Care
  • Pediatric Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Indiana, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Burns affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Burns is affiliated with Riley Hospital For Children At Indiana University Health, INDIANA UNIVERSITY HEALTH METHODIST HOSPITAL, and Indiana University Health Hospital.
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