Summary

Dr. Richard Southgate is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating injuries and conditions affecting bones, joints, and muscles. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Rochester in 2016. Dr. Southgate further advanced his training through a fellowship at the University of California San Francisco in 2017, giving him specialized expertise in orthopedic care. With 16 years of experience in medicine, he provides care to patients in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Southgate practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and sees patients in Lake Forest and Grayslake, Illinois. He focuses on major joint replacement procedures, including hip and knee replacements for patients with arthritis or joint damage. Dr. Southgate also provides joint injections to help reduce pain and inflammation. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to help patients recover and regain mobility. Patients rate Dr. Southgate 4.2 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 16 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish
  • University of California (San Francisco)
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard D. Southgate has 2 locations

Northwestern Medicine Orthopaedics Grayslake Outpatient Center

1475 E Belvidere Rd Pavilion C, Ste 185Grayslake, IL 60030

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16 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
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Speaks Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish
Lake Forest , ILDes Plaines , ILDes Plaines , ILSchaumburg , IL
Med School: University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University of Illinois
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard D. Southgate

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Priority Health
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard D. Southgate has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard D. Southgate has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • General Orthopedics
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of California (San Francisco)2017

Residency

University of Rochester2016

Medical School

University of Chicago Pritzker School of MedicineGraduated in 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Southgate affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Southgate is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
Does Dr. Richard Southgate accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Southgate accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Richard Southgate accepting new patients?
Dr. Richard Southgate is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Richard Southgate's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Richard Southgate's office located?
Dr. Richard Southgate's office is located at 1000 N Westmoreland Rd Level 3, Lake Forest, IL, 60045.
What languages does Dr. Richard Southgate speak?
Dr. Richard Southgate speaks Spanish.

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