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6 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Richard Egwele is an orthopedic surgeon with over five decades of medical experience serving patients in Chicago. He earned his medical degree from Universidad De Navarra, Facultad De Medicina, and completed his residency training at Cook County Hospital Program in both orthopedic surgery and general surgery. Dr. Egwele is board certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Egwele practices at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago and maintains an affiliation with Advocate Trinity Hospital. His expertise includes treating challenging conditions such as open wounds, pressure sores, and leg ulcers caused by poor circulation. He performs wound debridement procedures and specializes in chronic wound care to help patients heal properly. Patients have given Dr. Egwele an average rating of 4.0.
Dr. Egwele practices at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago and maintains an affiliation with Advocate Trinity Hospital. His expertise includes treating challenging conditions such as open wounds, pressure sores, and leg ulcers caused by poor circulation. He performs wound debridement procedures and specializes in chronic wound care to help patients heal properly. Patients have given Dr. Egwele an average rating of 4.0.
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Quick Facts
- 53 years of experience
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Cook County Hospital Program
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 17 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Dr. Richard Egwele, MD | Dr. Mark Schinsky, MD | Dr. Benjamin D. Kuhns | Dr. Thomas Wesley Hodo, MD |
| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 53 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Chicago , IL | Des Plaines , IL | Des Plaines , IL | Maywood , IL |
| Med School: Universidad De Navarra | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Egwele
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Egwele has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Egwele has the following 17 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
53 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Cook County Hospital Program
Cook County Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Cook County Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School
Universidad De Navarra
Universidad De Navarra, Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1973
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- Dr. Richard Egwele's office is located at 1500 S Fairfield Ave, Chicago, IL, 60608.
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