3.5
8 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Robert Balk treats chronic lung disease, COPD, and COPD with comorbidities, and performs pulmonary function testing and therapeutic hypothermia. He practices pulmonology and critical care medicine and has 48 years of experience. Dr. Balk completed his residency at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine and sees patients in Chicago and Oak Park, Illinois, with affiliations at Rush University Medical Center, John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and West Suburban Medical Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Balk 3.5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
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
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 9 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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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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| Dr. Robert Allen Balk, MD | Stephen Bradley Freedman | Erida Prifti | Karl Kalavantavanich |
| Pulmonology | Critical Care Medicine | Critical Care Medicine | Allergy & Immunology |
| 48 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Chicago , IL | CHICAGO , IL | Brighton , MA | CHICAGO , IL |
| Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine | Med School: Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med | Med School: University Of Medicine Of Tirana (Umt) | Med School: Chulalongkorn University Faculty Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Allen Balk
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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
Dr. Robert Allen Balk holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Missouri Kansas City School Of Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine in 1978.
NPI Number
Dr. Balk's NPI number is 1134173503.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Balk?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Robert Balk here on Vitals.
- 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.
- Does Dr. Robert Balk accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Robert Balk accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Robert Balk's office located?
- Dr. Robert Balk's office is located at 1653 W Congress Pkwy 297 Jelke, Chicago, IL, 60612.
- What languages does Dr. Robert Balk speak?
- Dr. Robert Balk speaks English.
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