3.4
5 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Richard Brinkman specializes in surgery with nearly six decades of experience serving patients. She earned her medical degree from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed her residency at Cook County Hospital in 1978. Dr. Brinkman is certified by the American Board of Surgery, having achieved this certification in 1978. She provides care in English.
Dr. Brinkman practices at United Vein Centers in Downers Grove, Illinois. She focuses on treating conditions such as swelling, varicose veins, and vascular disease. Her practice includes performing procedures with autoinjectors and administering flu vaccines. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Brinkman practices at United Vein Centers in Downers Grove, Illinois. She focuses on treating conditions such as swelling, varicose veins, and vascular disease. Her practice includes performing procedures with autoinjectors and administering flu vaccines. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 59 years of experience
- 11 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Cook County Hospital
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
United Vein Centers
1101 31st St Ste 170Downers Grove, IL 60515 Tel: (630) 884-8700
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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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 59 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Downers Grove , IL | ORLAND PARK , IL | River Forest , IL | Maywood , IL |
| Med School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine | Med School: Pikeville College School of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Ross University School of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Brinkman
Medical Specialties
Richard Brinkman has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Richard Brinkman has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
59 Years Experience
Richard Brinkman is board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery in 1978.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Cook County Hospital in 1978.
Medical School
Graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine in 1973, Northwestern University in 1973, University of Wisconsin in 1969, and Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois in 1967.
NPI Number
Richard Brinkman's NPI number is 1417964180.
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- Richard Brinkman speaks English.
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- Richard Brinkman's office is located at 1101 31st St Ste 170, Downers Grove, IL, 60515.
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