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 clinical experience, Dr. Freedberg brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Freedberg is affiliated with UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale and practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois, including Elgin, Elk Grove Village, Bartlett, and Chicago. He treats patients with joint pain, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teenagers. His approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 45 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
  • 61 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 9 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 9 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
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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3.8 
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45 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Elgin , ILElgin , ILAlgonquin , ILRockford , IL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Midwestern University - Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard Ira Freedberg

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Devoted Health
  • Eon Health
  • Humana
  • Integra - Workers’ Compensation
  • Level - Workers’ Compensation
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • State Farm
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Zenith - Workers’ Compensation
  • Zing Health

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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Howard Freedberg speak?
Dr. Howard Freedberg speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Howard Freedberg accepting new patients?
Dr. Howard Freedberg is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Howard Freedberg's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr. Howard Freedberg affiliated with?
Dr. Howard Freedberg is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale.
Does Dr. Howard Freedberg accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Howard Freedberg has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Howard Freedberg accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Howard Freedberg accepts on their Vitals profile.

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