Summary

Dr. Howard Freedberg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in orthopedic surgery, general surgery, and sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. With 45 years of experience in orthopedic care, Dr. Freedberg brings decades of surgical expertise to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Freedberg maintains affiliations with several respected healthcare facilities, including Ascension Alexian Brothers, Advocate Sherman Hospital, Ascension Saint Alexius, and Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Hospital Elgin, with practice locations in Elgin, Elk Grove Village, Bartlett, and Chicago, Illinois. He focuses on treating conditions such as osteoarthritis, tendon injuries, and rotator cuff disorders. His surgical expertise includes shoulder instability procedures, arthroscopic surgery, and hand and wrist surgery. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 45 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
  • 62 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 11 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Howard Ira Freedberg has 11 locations

Suburban Orthopaedics

1600 N Randall Rd Ste 110Elgin, IL 60123
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Suburban Orthopaedics

800 Biesterfield Rd Ste 565Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Suburban Orthopaedics

1110 W Schick RdBartlett, IL 60103
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Suburban Orthopaedics

2112 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60616
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Advocate Sherman Hospital

1425 N Randall RdElgin, IL 60123

Amita Health Saint Alexius Medical Center

1555 N Barrington RdHoffman Estates, IL 60169

Ascension Alexian Brothers

800 Biesterfield RdElk Grove Village, IL 60007

Suburban Physical Therapy Bartlett

1114 W Schick RdBartlett, IL 60103
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Suburban Physical Therapy Elgin

1600 N Randall Rd Ste 110Elgin, IL 60123

Suburban Orthopaedics

2118 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60616
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Howard Ira Freedberg, MDDr. Bruce James Montella, MD, MDDr. Geoffrey S Van Thiel, MDDr. Vivek Mohan, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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3.8 
4.5 
4.8 
4.3 
45 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Polish, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish
Elgin , ILElk Grove Village , ILRockford , ILSchaumburg , IL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine Med School: University of Illinois
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard Ira Freedberg

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Howard Ira Freedberg has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Howard Ira Freedberg has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Acupuncture
  • Arthritis
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Wrist Injury

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr. Howard Ira Freedberg 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 University Of Illinois College Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Freedberg's NPI number is 1467508846.

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