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Dr. Roger Lichtenbaum, MD

Dr. Roger Lichtenbaum, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Roger Lichtenbaum, MD is a neurosurgeon in Chicago, IL. He is affiliated with medical facilities Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center and Presence Saint Joseph Hospital Chicago. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (19 reviews)

AMITA Health Medical Group Neurology Chicago

1431 N Western Ave Ste 306 Chicago, IL 60622

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Dr. Lichtenbaum's Reviews

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4.3
19 ratings, 8 with a written review
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Dr Licitenbaum is a wonderful doctor! he did both of my surgeries, one is July 2022 and now he did one this year, and I’m feeling wonderful. god bless his beautiful hands, I recommend him to everyone. he is very good to his patients. I also have to say that all the girls that work in the office are very sweet, kind, and professional. Hannah is a very sweet nurse, she takes great care of me all the time.I thank Dr Licitenbaum for taking care of me and Hannah and all the girls at the facility! He has great hands for surgery and I recommend him to everyone!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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raquel – Aug 06, 2024
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Dr Lichtenbaum is fantastic did my fusion lumbar surgery
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rafael Alanis – Jul 25, 2023
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Dr Lichtenbaum is patient and listens and explains things well. The main issue I have is his support staff. If you are looking for timely response, truthful staff members, and follow up I would suggest seeking another doctor. I am 6.5 months post ACDF surgery and have had little reduction in my symptoms. I understand that surgery is not a guarantee, but I am disappointed I have not seen much improvement. I recently went for another MRI to find out why this is the case. It has almost been a week and I have made 2 phone calls and no one answers and no one returns my call within 24 hours as their message states. I would just like someone to reach out to me and let me know the results of this MRI. The point about truthful staff is that the front desk person told me she had called in a prescription for me when in fact she had not delaying the medicine that I needed. If a hands-off approach suits you then make an appointment with this team.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Rob L – Jun 23, 2021
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The best doctor in Chicagoland. I trust him completely and I'm thankful for the results of my back surgery he preformed on me. I can walk normal again. Thank you Doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Beata Witkowski – Apr 09, 2021
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Dr. Lichtenbaum did a spinal fusion surgery for my mom four months ago and we are so pleased with the results. He is an excellent surgeon and I highly recommend him to anybody.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Carmen M. in Chicago , IL – Oct 05, 2018
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Dr Lictenbaum is an outstanding specialized skill neurosurgeon & spine specialist, skilled with interaction with people and personable, He takes his time explaining procedures and gives alternative options before surgery. He and the people he sees, plan an Health Care Plan together for a positive outcome. Nov 20,2017 had my lower spine surgery, completely healed by Dec 2, 2018, with physical therapy afterwards. No complications what so ever. I highly recommend this doctor for your back problem
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Feliz Palacios in Chicago – Jan 04, 2018
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Roger Lichtenbaum, MD, was referred to me by my pain doctor when he no longer could help me. I have found Dr. Lichtenbaum's conservative approach to neurosurgery to fit me. He operated on my spine twice but in different regions and just as he predicted, my recovery took place. Together with his PA, I felt I was cared for as royalty! They took as much time as I needed and were extremely concerned with my privacy. I recommend Dr. Lichtenbaum highly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Robert Sphatt in Chicago, IL – Apr 21, 2017
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An excellent doctor who is caring and attentive
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
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j. Murphy in Chicago, IL – May 10, 2016
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care philosophy

We believe in multidisciplinary, patient-centered treatment that emphasizes conservative care and patient autonomy. We will do our best for every patient to get them back to normal life as quickly and safely as possible.

biography

We believe in multidisciplinary, patient-centered treatment that emphasizes conservative care and patient autonomy. We will do our best for every patient to get them back

  • Neurosurgery

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  • New York University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008

  • New York United Hospital Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2002

  • Harvard Medical School

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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    AMITA Health Medical Group Neurology Chicago

    AMITA Health Medical Group Neurosurgery Chicago1431 N Western Ave Ste 306 Chicago, IL 60622
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    Amita Health Medical Group Neurology Chicago 2845 N. Sheridan Rd.331 W Surf St Ste 6400 Chicago, IL 60657
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