Dr. Robert J. Fink, MD | Chicago, IL | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Robert Fink has practiced orthopedic surgery for 51 years and is affiliated with Thorek Memorial Hospital Andersonville. He completed his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center and sees patients in Chicago, Illinois. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Fink 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.4

16 Ratings
51 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Mount Sinai Medical Center
9 written reviews
1 specialty
15 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Fink's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

16 Ratings with 9 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 27 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Smart patientvand great sense of humour

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 21st, 2019

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Doctor fink is patient and knowledge able I injured my ankle and was given excellent care

August 11th, 2019

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Great Staff

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 4th, 2016

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I could not be more happy with my procedure and results. Dr Fink is truly incredible

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 19th, 2016

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Dr Fink was wonderful through my entire procedure and beyond. It's been 3 months and I still got a check up to see how I was doing.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 12th, 2016

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good customer service office staff very helpful dr fink excellent bedside manner felt i could ask him any question and not feel stupid did not rush me

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 12th, 2012

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i think he is a wonderful Dr and overall good person i can not wait to see him again to make it official lol wouldnt you like to know i wish.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 26th, 2011

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compassionate and caring staff, doctor fink does not rush you, you can ask him any question, very understanding

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 24th, 2011

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Go somewhere else.

Did Well

Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

August 23rd, 2010

Gold Coast Orthopedic Spine And Hand Surgery

7200 N Western Ave Fl 2Chicago, IL 60645

Tel: (312) 654-8800

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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Dr. Robert James Fink, MD	Dr. Bruce James Montella, MD, MD	Dr. Benjamin D. Kuhns	Dr. Mark Schinsky, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (16 Ratings)	4.5 (117 Ratings)	4.6 (10 Ratings)	4.8 (64 Ratings)
51 Years of Experience	36 Years of Experience	10 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, Spanish	Speaks Polish, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish
Chicago , IL	Elk Grove Village , IL	Des Plaines , IL	Des Plaines , IL
Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine	Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine	Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine	Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Orthopedic Surgery

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

Dr. Robert James Fink 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 Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine in 1978 and Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Fink's NPI number is 1447327531.

Victoria Kristine Jensen
Nurse Practitioner
| Saint Charles, IL
(0)
Dr. Michael V Virman, MD
Hand Surgery
| Vernon Hills, IL
(0)
Mary Anne Shields
Nurse Practitioner
| Schaumburg, IL
(0)
Katherine Kerrigan Shannon
Nurse Practitioner
| Chicago, IL
(0)
Dr. Jonathan Michael Tresley, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
17 Years Exp | Downers Grove, IL
(0)
Dr. Kiera Anne Kingston
Sports Medicine
9 Years Exp | Boston, MA
(1)
Dr. Seth Philip Levitz, MD
Hand Surgery
23 Years Exp | Skokie, IL
(25)
Dr. John Baptiste Mcclellan III, MD
Hand Surgery
50 Years Exp | Olympia Fields, IL
(29)
Dr. Eldin Esref Karaikovic, MD
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
43 Years Exp | Chicago, IL
(51)
Dr. Ajay K Balaram, MD
Hand Surgery
20 Years Exp | Arlington Heights, IL
(20)

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Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Fink affiliated with?: Dr. Robert Fink is affiliated with Thorek Memorial Hospital Andersonville.
What languages does Dr. Robert Fink speak?: Dr. Robert Fink speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Robert Fink's office located?: Dr. Robert Fink's office is located at 7200 N Western Ave Fl 2, Chicago, IL, 60645.

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