Dr. Antoaneta J. Balabanov, MD | Chicago, IL | Neurology

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Dr. Antoaneta Balabanov is a neurologist who specializes in the treatment of epilepsy and seizure disorders. She earned her medical degree from Medical University Sofia Faculty of Medicine and brings 35 years of dedicated experience to her practice. Her extensive background in neurology allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex neurological conditions. Dr. Balabanov is fluent in Bulgarian, enabling her to serve patients who prefer to communicate in their native language.

Dr. Balabanov practices at Rush University Medical Center, Ascension Saint Alexius, and Ascension Alexian Brothers in Chicago, Illinois. She focuses primarily on epilepsy care, helping patients manage seizures and related neurological symptoms. Her expertise includes performing electroencephalograms to monitor brain activity and assess seizure patterns. Patients consistently rate her highly for her compassionate care, giving her an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.6

26 Ratings
35 years of experience
speaks Bulgarian
Medical University Sofia Faculty Of Medicine
8 written reviews
2 specialties
10 areas of expertise
1 board certification
4 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Female

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I have always been blown away by her. She is so helpful and caring. She is kind and fast to get back to me. Her and her nurses are great. She really makes me feel comfortable all the time. I highly recommend her and her medical time. Couldn't ask for any other person or persons.

February 15th, 2019

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Dr Antoaneta Balabanov cured me from having seizures after 32 years because she is smart and does not give up until she finds a way to help you. She has completely changed my life for the better. She is the best neurologist I know by far and would recommend her to anyone.

September 26th, 2016

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Dr. Balabanov and her nurses are always passionate with their patients care and concerns.

December 3rd, 2015

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The most amazing Doctor my son has ever had! She is top-notch, loving, caring and focuses on the patient like I have never witnessed. My son has been treated at Mayo, Univ of Chicago, and Loyola but nothing or no one can compare to her! We will forever be indebted to her and her awesome staff! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts |Dr. B!

December 1st, 2015

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Dr. Balabanov is the most caring and passionate doctor that I have ever had and she makes me really feel like she cares and wants to help me. She's always there when I need her and she does everything that she can when I have a problem and she works hard to find a solution. Along with my Nurse Sarah I feel very lucky to have them as a team and I would recommend them to any epilepsy patient.

September 17th, 2014

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Nicest doctor! Very knowledgable.

May 17th, 2012

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Doesn't return phone calls and doesn't follow through with plans as discussed with patient and family.

July 14th, 2011

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Dr. Balabanov is an extremely caring and smart epilepsy dr.

September 7th, 2008

Rush Neurology - Epilepsy

1520 W Harrison St # 7Chicago, IL 60607

Tel: (312) 942-5939


Dr. Antoaneta J. Balabanov, MD	Dr. Jigisha Paresh Thakkar, MD	Dr. Konstantin Karmazin, MD	Dr. Valeria Serban, MD
Neurology	Neurology	Neurology	Neurology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (26 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	4.5 (21 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience		10 Years of Experience	34 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Bulgarian		Speaks English, Russian	Speaks English
Chicago , IL	Maywood , IL	Seattle , WA	New York , NY
Med School: Medical University Sofia Faculty Of Medicine		Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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