3.5
8 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Robert Balk is a pulmonologist specializing in critical care medicine with nearly five decades of experience treating complex respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, where he also completed his residency training. With 48 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Balk has developed extensive expertise in managing severe lung diseases and providing intensive care for critically ill patients. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Balk practices at Rush University Medical Center and maintains locations throughout Chicago, Illinois, as well as Oak Park. His clinical focus centers on treating chronic lung diseases, including COPD with complications and bronchiectasis. He performs comprehensive pulmonary function testing to assess lung capacity and breathing patterns. Patients rate Dr. Balk 3.5 out of 5 stars for his care and expertise in managing complex respiratory conditions.
Dr. Balk practices at Rush University Medical Center and maintains locations throughout Chicago, Illinois, as well as Oak Park. His clinical focus centers on treating chronic lung diseases, including COPD with complications and bronchiectasis. He performs comprehensive pulmonary function testing to assess lung capacity and breathing patterns. Patients rate Dr. Balk 3.5 out of 5 stars for his care and expertise in managing complex respiratory conditions.
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Quick Facts
- 48 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 21 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 9 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Robert Allen Balk has 9 locationsRush University Medical Center Pediatric And Adolescent Ambulatory Care
1725 W Harrison St Ste 710Chicago, IL 60612 Tel: (312) 942-3034
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
Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine
1520 W Harrison St Joan and Paul Rubschlager Building, 6th floorChicago, IL 60607Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Pulmonology | Internal Medicine | Critical Care Medicine | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 48 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Chicago , IL | Thousand Oaks , CA | Chicago , IL | Boston , MA |
| Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine | Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Queensland School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Robert Allen Balk has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Robert Allen Balk has the following 21 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine
Medical School
University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of MedicineGraduated in 1978
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Balk affiliated with?
- Dr. Robert Balk is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, John H Stroger Jr Hospital Of Cook County, Rush Oak Park Hospital, West Suburban Medical Center, and Rush University Medical Center.
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- Is Dr. Robert Balk accepting new patients?
- Dr. Robert Balk has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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