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Dr. Robert Atkenson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 74
Dr. Robert Atkenson, MD
4.5 (34 Ratings)
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Dr. Robert Atkenson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 74
Orland Park, IL
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience
Dr. Robert Atkenson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Orland Park, IL.

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Dr. Atkenson graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1975 and completed a residency at University Il Hospital and Cli.Dr. Robert Atkenson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Orland Park, IL and has 49 years experience. Dr. Atkenson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital and Palos Community Hospital. Dr. Atkenson has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis of Hip among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Atkenson received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 34 times. Dr. Atkenson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Atkenson also speaks Spanish. Dr. Atkenson is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Sprain
Femur Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Limb Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellar Fracture
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Trigger Finger
Arthrocentesis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Gout
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Herniated Disc
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Sprain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Scleroderma
Scoliosis
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Bursal Drainage
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hip Dislocation
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Peripheral Nerve Block
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Nerve Block
SuperPath® Hip Replacement
Total Hip Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection

Insurance Accepted

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    Blue Card PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • GEHA
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
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  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • POMCO Group
  • United Healthcare
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Medicare

Locations

  1. 1 Paul T Atkenson MDSc
    14640 John Humphrey Dr, Orland Park, IL 60462
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (708) 460-4422
  2. 2 Family Eye Physicians-Orland Park
    14494 John Humphrey Dr, Orland Park, IL 60462
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4.5
Based on 34 Reviews
5 Stars (29)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (3)

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Feb 15, 2020
very positive experience. Left hip replacement 1/15/20 SuperPath method. Goal of early return to work as RN. Dr. Atkenson very easy going and knows his stuff. Cathy made details and scheduling easy. Goal of returning to work 5 weeks later achieved. Would definitely recommend.
Hannah Mathias — Feb 15, 2020
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    1975
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Il Hospital and Cli
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Atkenson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Atkenson's profile.

Dr. Robert Atkenson, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital and Palos Community Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Robert Atkenson, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

    25 N Winfield Rd, Winfield, IL

  • Palos Community Hospital

    12251 S 80th Ave, Palos Heights, IL