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15 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
About Dr. Berkson
Dr. Andrew Berkson has a family tree full of physicians, including his father, great grandfather, two uncles and four cousins. “There always seemed to be an expectation in my family that I would be a physician,” he says, “and I resisted this path for a long time.” At age 34 – after trying multiple and diffuse career paths – he finally came to the realization that medicine was where he belonged. “I returned to college to complete the prerequisite courses and started medical school when I was 37.”
As a physiatrist, Dr. Berkson practices conservative spine care. As he explains, 90% of back and neck pain are not surgical issues. “That creates a great need for physicians that practice as I do, in concert with neurosurgery, neurology and pain management. I have a strong mechanical background, and what I do is strongly rooted in the mechanics and electrical circuits of the human body.”
He joined the Beacon team for its excellent reputation and the opportunity to enjoy doing …what he loves. “Coming to the South Bend area was also a chance to bring my family home as both my wife and I were born and raised in Michigan City.”
Dr. Berkson’s practice philosophy is both simple and profound. “Once you are my patient, I view you as a member of my family, and I will treat you as I would treat a family member. I’ll always do my best to help you.”
In His Own Words
Who is or was the most influential person/role model
in your life? My father who was a physician and a kind, brilliant man.
What was your first job growing up? What do you remember about it? I worked at a nursing home cleaning, mopping floors, doing maintenance, etc.
What were your best/worst subjects in school growing up? I hated algebra but loved English.
If you could sit down to dinner with anyone, alive or deceased, who would it be and why? Abraham Lincoln. I think the “why” is self-evident.
In addition to medicine, what are you passionate about? What are your hobbies, interests? I love my family, and my daughter is my greatest joy. We love dogs, and my wife used to run an animal rescue in Texas. We have always had multiple dogs (currently five with an all-time high of seven). I have an old Triumph TR6 that I enjoy working on and driving.
Read More Read less Dr. Andrew Berkson has a family tree full of physicians, including his father, great grandfather, two uncles and four cousins. “There always seemed to be an expectation in my family that I would be a physician,” he says, “and I resisted this path for a long time.” At age 34 – after trying multiple and diffuse career paths – he finally came to the realization that medicine was where he belonged. “I returned to college to complete the prerequisite courses and started medical school when I was 37.”
As a physiatrist, Dr. Berkson practices conservative spine care. As he explains, 90% of back and neck pain are not surgical issues. “That creates a great need for physicians that practice as I do, in concert with neurosurgery, neurology and pain management. I have a strong mechanical background, and what I do is strongly rooted in the mechanics and electrical circuits of the human body.”
He joined the Beacon team for its excellent reputation and the opportunity to enjoy doing …what he loves. “Coming to the South Bend area was also a chance to bring my family home as both my wife and I were born and raised in Michigan City.”
Dr. Berkson’s practice philosophy is both simple and profound. “Once you are my patient, I view you as a member of my family, and I will treat you as I would treat a family member. I’ll always do my best to help you.”
In His Own Words
Who is or was the most influential person/role model
in your life? My father who was a physician and a kind, brilliant man.
What was your first job growing up? What do you remember about it? I worked at a nursing home cleaning, mopping floors, doing maintenance, etc.
What were your best/worst subjects in school growing up? I hated algebra but loved English.
If you could sit down to dinner with anyone, alive or deceased, who would it be and why? Abraham Lincoln. I think the “why” is self-evident.
In addition to medicine, what are you passionate about? What are your hobbies, interests? I love my family, and my daughter is my greatest joy. We love dogs, and my wife used to run an animal rescue in Texas. We have always had multiple dogs (currently five with an all-time high of seven). I have an old Triumph TR6 that I enjoy working on and driving.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 25 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- Indiana University School of Medicine
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Beacon Medical Group North Central Neurosurgery South Bend
100 Navarre Pl Ste 6600South Bend, IN 46601 Tel: (574) 647-8800
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| South Bend , IN | Goshen , IN | South Bend , IN | Mishawaka , IN |
| Med School: Des Moines Univ College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine | Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine | Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Andrew Rosner Berkson
Medical Specialties
Dr. Andrew Rosner Berkson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Andrew Rosner Berkson has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
25 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Doctor Of Osteopathy, Indiana, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Indiana University School of Medicine2005
Internship
Nova Southeastern Univ Patel College of Osteopathi2002
Medical School
Des Moines Univ College of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2001
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- Dr. Andrew Berkson is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of South Bend.
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