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Dr. Bruce Bauer, MD

Dr. Bruce Bauer, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Bruce Bauer, MD is a plastic surgeon in Northbrook, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1974. He is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

501 Skokie Blvd Ste 250 Northbrook, IL 60062
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Bauer is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medical Center Chicago, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bauer specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Bauer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bauer

4.1
18 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
72%
72%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
22%
22%

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Dr. Bauer is amazing, he did cleft lip and palette repair for my son 18 yrs ago.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 13, 2024
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Fantastic Plastic surgeon
My son was born with a Cleft Lip and Palate, he did a fantastic job and that was 44 years ago. He does beautiful work.
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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Vicki S – Jun 15, 2023
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I have seen Dr. Bruce Bauer in more than 10 appointments. I've had several surgeries performed on the craniofacial area since I was 7 years old, which were purely intended for cosmetic purposes. The result of the surgeries were more harm than good for me. I would not recommend him to do any invasive surgeries that could harm the livelihood of children. If you have any cosmetic surgeries or know any child who would like one, make sure they are old enough to make sound judgement. A child who is 7 years old or anywhere close to that age cannot judge, they can neither make reasonable and informed decisions. I had to get new surgeries from a new doctor to remove what was done from this doctor.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Kenneth – Jan 06, 2020
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Dr. Bauer is nothing short of a miracle worker. He changed my son's life for the better; my son was born with congenital nevi. All of my son's nevi have been removed! His staff is amazing! I will forever be grateful for everything he has done for our family. Dr. Bauer in my opinion is the top pediatric plastic surgeon you will find and his staff are the best!
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
3 others found this helpful
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May 10, 2018
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Dr. Bauer has gone out of his way to answer questions I have & make sure we feel comfortable with the procedure my son will be having soon. He answered an email I sent him out of the blue (that I didn't expect a response from him considering he is a celebrity in the doctor world...). He responded, answered all my questions, and made me feel so comfortable. His office staff are amazing as well...I have called and bugged them a few times already, and they are very kind! He is highly recommended!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Dec 23, 2017
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Transformed my son to a new person. Dr. Bauer is an artist in disguise.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Ed in Buffalo Grove, IL – Oct 06, 2017
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The staff at the office is very pleasant. However I am very disappointed in my son's visit. We waited over an hour to be seen, and all he did was touch my son's head and recommend an ultrasound be done. If we are looking for overall structural changes in my son's skull a CT must be ordered. I would highly recommend a different specialist. Also to be noted he seen other patient's in rooms next to ours, who came in after we did.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Chicago, IL – Apr 20, 2017
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He and his staff are amazing. They KNOW what they are doing and are very responsive to patients calls, emails. So glad we had the opportunity of be under his care.
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
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Saint Clair Shores, MI – Feb 10, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Bruce Bauer, MD is a plastic surgeon in Northbrook, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1974. He is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Pediatrics

  • Pediatric Plastic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Northwestern University Feinberg

    Residency Hospital
  • Northwestern Feinberg School Of

    Internship Hospital
  • Northwest Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1975
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Office501 Skokie Blvd Ste 250 Northbrook, IL 60062
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Practice

University of Chicago Medical Center5841 S Maryland Ave Chicago, IL 60637
2
Office150 Harvester Dr Ste 300 Burr Ridge, IL 60527
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • The University of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave
    Chicago, IL 60637
    Recipient of 30
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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