4.4
11 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Howard Federer is a surgeon with 42 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care. He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Rush Presbyterian St. Lukes Medical Center. Dr. Federer speaks both Russian and Spanish, enabling him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.
Dr. Federer practices at multiple locations throughout Chicago and Park Ridge, maintaining affiliations with Swedish Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, and Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. He specializes in treating complex conditions including ventral hernias, pressure sores, and open wounds. His surgical expertise includes chronic wound care, wound debridement, and skin lesion treatment or removal. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Federer practices at multiple locations throughout Chicago and Park Ridge, maintaining affiliations with Swedish Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, and Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. He specializes in treating complex conditions including ventral hernias, pressure sores, and open wounds. His surgical expertise includes chronic wound care, wound debridement, and skin lesion treatment or removal. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 stars on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 42 years of experience
- speaks Russian, Spanish
- Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center
- 4 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 20 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Howard Clark Federer has 5 locationsSwedish Covenant Hospital Outpatient Department
2740 W Foster AveChicago, IL 60625 Tel: (773) 878-8200
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Endeavor Health Medical Group
5140 N California Ave Ste 560Chicago, IL 60625 Tel: (773) 293-8878
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Howard Clark Federer III, MD | Dr. Priya Shirish Bhakta, MD | Dr. Sarah Donnelly Hans, MD | Dr. Christian Malalis, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 42 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Russian, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Chicago , IL | Maywood , IL | Chicago , IL | Northfield , IL |
| Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine | Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University | Med School: Rush Medical College at Rush University | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard Clark Federer
Medical Specialties
Dr. Howard Clark Federer has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Howard Clark Federer has the following 20 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
42 Years Experience
Dr. Howard Clark Federer holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine in 1984.
NPI Number
Dr. Federer's NPI number is 1023039674.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Howard Federer?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Howard Federer here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. Howard Federer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Howard Federer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Howard Federer accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Howard Federer accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Howard Federer affiliated with?
- Dr. Howard Federer is affiliated with Swedish Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, and Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center.
- What languages does Dr. Howard Federer speak?
- Dr. Howard Federer speaks Russian and Spanish.
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