Summary

Dr. Fernandez's clinical interests include hand trauma and microsurgery.

An Ohio native, Dr. Fernandez graduated magna cum laude from the University of Akron Ohio and then graduated salutatorian from the Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine in 1990. He served his residency and internship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and his fellowship in hand and microvascular surgery at renowned Indiana Hand Center. Dr. Fernandez is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and was named a Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners in 1990.

Dr. Fernandez is fluent in both spoken and written Spanish. His hobbies include marksmanship and maintenance of classic cars. He and his wife, Nicole, reside with their children and white boxer in Chicago.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 36 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Polish
  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • 44 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. John J Fernandez has 5 locations

John H Stroger Jr Hospital Of Cook County

1969 W Ogden AveChicago, IL 60612

Midwest Orthopaedics At Rush Oak Brook

2011 York RdOak Brook, IL 60523
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

South Suburban Surgical Suites

9200 CALUMET AVE STE E-100MUNSTER, IN 46321
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

Rush University Medical Center

1620 W Harrison StChicago, IL 60612

Gold Coast Surgicenter

845 N Michigan Ave Ste 985WChicago, IL 60611
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. John J Fernandez, MDDr. William Heller, MDDr. Robert Roy SchenckDr. Dominick S Renga
Hand SurgeryHand SurgeryHand SurgeryOrthopaedic Trauma
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
3.7 
36 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 71 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Polish Speaks English
Chicago , ILChicago , ILChicago , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John J Fernandez

  • 1st Agency
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Elderplan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • Integra - Workers’ Compensation
  • Level - Workers’ Compensation
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Optum Health
  • PreferredOne
  • Progressive
  • Sagamore Health Network
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John J Fernandez has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John J Fernandez has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Laminectomy
  • Microsurgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Wrist Injury

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. John J Fernandez holds an active medical license 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 active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Fernandez's NPI number is 1245219963.

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Dr. John Fernandez speaks Spanish and Polish.
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Dr. John Fernandez is affiliated with Rush Copley Medical Center.

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