Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran, MD | Chicago, IL | Anesthesiology

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Dr. Buvanendran graduated from the Ahmadu Bello University Faculty of Medicine in 1989. He works in Chicago, IL and 4 other locations and specializes in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine. Dr. Buvanendran is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush University Medical Center.

accepting new patients
4.6

28 Ratings
37 years of experience
speaks Spanish, Chinese
Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center
26 written reviews
2 specialties
6 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
4 hospital affiliations
7 office locations
Male

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He is a great listener and does his best to alleviate your pain.

May 11th, 2025

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My experience with Dr. Buvanendran and his staff was stellar. They took the time to take care of me and answer my questions and as a physician myself, I commend Him on carrying out medicine as it is supposed to be carried out. My highest compliments.

April 12th, 2025

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Dr Buvanendran is the best physician my husband has ever had to care for him. Thank you for your professionalism, expertise, and personalized care. Gary (& Vicki) Cobbett

October 16th, 2024

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Sympathetic Block

July 31st, 2024

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Dr. Buvanendran by far was the absolute BEST pain management physician I have ever come across. I had to go to a pain Dr in another state and when I told them how Dr Buvanendran cared for his patients, I was told that “ all of that is over kill”. Dr B truly goes out of his way to make sure his patient are comfortable and are receiving the best care possible. He was my Dr for many years. Wish he could teach the Dr’s here how to take care of patients.

April 20th, 2023

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Dr Buvanendran is a lifeline to my care. I appreciate his professionalism- courtesy to my medical needs and taking time to listen to my concerns . My situation is complex for me to understand and my needs get overwhelming. I’m grateful Dr Buvanendran is on my medical team !

November 17th, 2022

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My brother is preparing for a very invasive spinal surgery and was treated so terribly by Dr. Buvanendran. He needs to come off certain meds before the surgery so he was referred to the pain clinic for direction on how to tolerate the pain. Due to his deteriorating spine he is in constant pain. When he asked the Dr. what he recommends he was dismissive. Dr.Buvanendran had no care for how he should handle the immense daily pain. Then he straight forward refused to prescribe narcotics even though my brother never asked for them. This doctor treated him like a drug addict however, even if he was struggling with addiction, this is the place to go to help manage pain. This doctor was careless. He honestly seemed as if he had no idea how to treat pain. The intern apologized for the Doctors insulting behavior and recommended another doctor. Life is so difficult living with his condition. Having a doctor treat him like this just added to his daily pain and depression.

November 18th, 2021

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Dr. B. is highly educated and his mind is always on helping his patients. I’ve been a patient of his for many years and I know without a doubt I am in the best hands possible. He’s a no nonsense doctor and direct which I appreciate!!

September 24th, 2021

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Best pain management divotdoctor I've seenbeen to in 20+ years. Takes the time to listen to and get to know his patients. I refer ableanyone looking for a pain management doctor who is attentive and cares

September 22nd, 2021

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The wait time was reasonable Dr Buvanendran was straight to the point and informative,which I like.

November 2nd, 2020

Rush Pain Center

1725 W Harrison St Ste 550Chicago, IL 60612

Tel: (312) 942-6631

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

Rush University Medical Center Anesthesia

1653 W Congress Pkwy Ste 739Chicago, IL 60612

Tel: (312) 942-6504

Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Rush Oak Park Hospital

520 S Maple AveOak Park, IL 60304

Tel: (708) 383-9300

University Pain Centers

610 S Maple Ave Ste 1500Oak Park, IL 60304

Tel: (312) 563-3970

Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Rush University Medical Center

1620 W Harrison StChicago, IL 60612

Tel: (312) 942-5000

Rush Oak Brook Surgery Center

2011 York Rd Ste 3000Oak Brook, IL 60523

Tel: (630) 472-2445

Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Rush Copley Medical Center

2000 Ogden AveAurora, IL 60504

Tel: (630) 978-6200


Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran, MD	Dr. Safwat B Sharobeem, MD	Dr. Jiten Jayantilal Patel, MD	Dr. Samuel Saushun Wat, MD
Anesthesiology	Anesthesiology	Pain Medicine	Anesthesiology
Accepts New Patients
4.6 (28 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	5 (1 Rating)
37 Years of Experience	41 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese
Chicago , IL	Chicago , IL	Chicago , IL	Aurora , IL
Med School: Ahmadu Bello University Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: AL AZHAR FACULTY OF MEDICINE FOR MEN IN ASYUT	Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine
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Accepts Medicare
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Acute Pain
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Chronic Pain
Pain Medicine
Primary Headache Disorders

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center

Medical School

Ahmadu Bello University Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Where is Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran's office located?: Dr. Asokumar Buvanendran's office is located at 1725 W Harrison St Ste 550, Chicago, IL, 60612.
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