Summary

DEDICATED CARING & COMPASIONATE PHYSICIAN ALWAYS ON THE CUTTING EDGE OF NEW TECHNOLOGY FOR THE BEST TREATMENT OF MY PATIENTS. I HAVE SPECIAL INTEREST &EXPERIENCE IN LASER DISC SURGERY OF THE SPINE.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 56 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Methodist Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Safwan M Barakat has 5 locations

Northwest Brain And Spine Surgery

1425 N McLean Blvd Ste 550Elgin, IL 60123
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Advocate Sherman Hospital

1425 N Randall RdElgin, IL 60123

Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital

4201 W Medical Center DrMchenry, IL 60050

Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital

450 W Il Route 22Barrington, IL 60010

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4.4 
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56 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Polish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Elgin , ILPark Ridge , ILAlgonquin , ILElmhurst , IL
Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: B J Medical College Ahmedabad Med School: University of Chicago
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Safwan M Barakat

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Safwan M Barakat has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Safwan M Barakat has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Cancer
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Laminectomy
  • Neurosurgery
  • Neurosurgical Procedures
  • Spinal Disorders
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

56 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Methodist Hospital

Medical School

University Of Damascus Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1970

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Which hospitals is Dr. Safwan Barakat affiliated with?
Dr. Safwan Barakat is affiliated with Advocate Sherman Hospital, Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Hospital Elgin, Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, and NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE MCHENRY HOSPITAL.
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Dr. Safwan Barakat speaks English.
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