Summary

Dr. Richard Lim is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in orthopedic spine surgery. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Evanston Hospital. With 35 years of experience in orthopedic care, Dr. Lim brings extensive expertise to treating complex spinal conditions. He is fluent in Polish and Spanish.

Dr. Lim practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois and Indiana, including Orland Park, Oak Lawn, Evergreen Park, and Munster. His hospital affiliations include Advocate Christ Medical Center, OSF Little Company of Mary Medical Center, Community Hospital, and Franciscan Health Munster. He specializes in treating conditions such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and cervical disc disease. His practice includes diagnostic procedures like spinal X-rays and MRI of the lumbar spine, as well as coordinating physical therapy for comprehensive patient care. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 35 years of experience
  • speaks Polish, Spanish
  • Evanston Hospital
  • 100 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 26 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Dennis Lim has 8 locations

Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants

10719 160th StOrland Park, IL 60467
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants

4220 W 95th St Ste 100Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Great Lakes Surgical Suites

9200 Calumet Ave Ste N500Munster, IN 46321
Mon7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Advocate Christ Medical Center

4440 W 95th StOak Lawn, IL 60453

Franciscan Health Munster

701 Superior AveMunster, IN 46321

Community Hospital

901 Macarthur BlvdMunster, IN 46321

Advocate Medical Group Trauma Surgery

4440 W 95th St Ste 183SOak Lawn, IL 60453
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Richard Dennis Lim, MDDr. Mark Schinsky, MDBenjamin D. KuhnsDr. Thomas Wesley Hodo, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.6 
35 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Polish, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Orland Park , ILDes Plaines , ILDes Plaines , ILMaywood , IL
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Dennis Lim

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Dennis Lim has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Dennis Lim has the following 26 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Back Injuries
  • Bone Fracture
  • Cancer
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Head and Neck Disorder
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Infection
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Laminectomy
  • Microsurgery
  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Sciatica
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Spinal Disorders
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Vertebroplasty (Kyphoplasty)
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Dennis Lim holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Indiana and Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Indiana that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Evanston Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Lim's NPI number is 1134174352.

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What languages does Dr. Richard Lim speak?
Dr. Richard Lim speaks Polish and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Lim affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Lim is affiliated with Advocate Christ Medical Center, OSF LITTLE COMPANY OF MARY MEDICAL CENTER, Community Hospital, and Franciscan Health Munster.

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