Dr. Barry J. Riskin, MD | Bloomington, IL | Neurology

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Dr. Barry Riskin is a neurologist who earned his medical degree from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center. With 38 years of experience in neurology, he brings extensive knowledge to diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the nervous system. Dr. Riskin is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Riskin practices at Christie Clinic in Bloomington, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center. He focuses on treating patients with limping difficulties and back pain, including specialized care for back pain during pregnancy and in children and teens. His treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain function and mobility. Patients have given Dr. Riskin an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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3.5

12 Ratings
38 years of experience
32 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center
5 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
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Dr. Risken most definitely saved my life by sending me to Rush to get a VNS inserted to help my seizures. He always explained everything to me and took as much time that was needed with me. I was so sad when he left Champaign. I am sure if I called his office tomorrow he would remember me and firms in as soon as possible. Anyone would be lucky to have him.

February 15th, 2023

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I was misdiagnose for 15 years, went to Dr. Riskin ONCE, and he found out what was wrong and had me to a specialist at Rush within hours. Stayed for a few weeks, and got diagnosed. I moved back from east coast just so I could use him again as other doctors just don't compare.

January 31st, 2020

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I hired a car for the six hour round trip to see Dr. Riskin. it was a consultation and evaluation for my problem. He said he would think about who to recommend and would call me with a name. I have been trying to get in touch with him since August. If he did not know who to recommend he should have called to simply tell me he did Not have any ideas for me. Instead, he chose to ignore me and my calls. If you have a serious problem and he has no answers, don't waste time waiting for his help!

January 29th, 2014

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At first, I was put off by the doctor's style when gathering information from me. However, he sat with me in a dark room helping me through a panic attack, has provided an incredible wealth of knowledge and research. He spends time with me and never makes me feel as though I am just a number or rushes me through the appointments. Very knowledgable and caring.

April 8th, 2013

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I cannot accuately speak about his competence. I certainly have found him rude and arrogant and self-absorbed and I have seen him about 4 times in all. I think I can speculate why he is in medicine to begin with.

October 23rd, 2012

Christie Clinic in Bloomington on Empire

2502 E Empire StBloomington, IL 61704

Tel: (309) 385-7010


Dr. Barry Jay Riskin, MD	Dr. Valeria Serban, MD	Dr. Konstantin Karmazin, MD	Munib Said Mafazy
Neurology	Neurology	Neurology	Nurse Practitioner
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.5 (12 Ratings)	4.5 (21 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience	34 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English, Russian	Speaks English
Bloomington , IL	New York , NY	Seattle , WA	Bloomington , IL
Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center	Med School: Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu	Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical CenterGraduated in 1988

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Where is Dr. Barry Riskin's office located?: Dr. Barry Riskin's office is located at 2502 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL, 61704.
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What languages does Dr. Barry Riskin speak?: Dr. Barry Riskin speaks English and Spanish.
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