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Dr. Eldin Karaikovic, MD

Dr. Eldin Karaikovic, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Eldin Karaikovic, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Portage, IN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of Sarajevo, Faculty Of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Presence Saint Joseph Hospital Chicago and Weiss Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (24 reviews)

NorthShore Health Centers

6050 Sterling Creek Rd Portage, IN 46368
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4.5
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I'm an 80 year old male, with a successful spinal fusion in May, 2020, behind me, and now in the rehab phase. Dr. K was thorough during our initial meetings, clearly explaining all my options after years of back pain, injections and PT. I had a spinal fusion years ago, so there were issues in my spine to complicate the situation, and Dr. K went to great lengths prior, during and post surgery to insure that I had the best possible opportunity to have a successful result. I now have 6 screws, 2 posts and cushions between discs and am having a long but very comfortable effort to return strength, mobility and a much better life.
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What could be improved
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John True – Aug 22, 2020
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Dr. Karaikovic took the time to explain what treatment options were available to me and what the pros and cons were for each. After the surgery he again took the time to explain what the recovery time was and what to expect. Everything he said happened and I was prepared for it. It is great to have a surgeon this professional and companionate. His office staff also was very helpful, and knowledgeable.
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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Terry Edmonds in Winthrop Harbor, IL – Nov 01, 2018
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I saw Dr. Karaikovic after fracturing a vertebra. Dr. Karaikovic performed the Balloon Kyphoplasty outpatient surgery with amazing results. He told me that after surgery I would have no pain and I did not. It was incredible. It was the best experience someone could have that needed surgery. He's an excellent doctor that I would highly recommend.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Linda Fallucca PHD in Northbrook, IL – Aug 16, 2018
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I highly recommend Dr. Karaikovic to anyone who needs back surgery. I was in excruciating pain due to narrowing of the sciatic nerve passage (spondylolisthesis) in the L4 -L5 vertebrates. After surgery and period of recuperation, I was able to regain back functions and I am free from pain.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Jose R. Salgado in Wilmette, IL. 60091 – May 03, 2018
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I had Balloon Kyphoplasty in the middle of August 2017. After a fall, I couldn't bend, twist or sleep in my bed-I had to sit on the couch surrounded by pillows. A few days after the surgery, I noticed the difference. For a compression fracture, I highly recommend making an appointment with Dr. Karaikovic to review options.
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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Rita Jung in Skokie Il – Sep 11, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

I treat my patients as my family. I do not perform spine surgery to change their backs, but to improve patients' lifestyles and quality of life.

biography

Silver Pin (excellence in studying, an average grade over 9.0 out of 10.0) – University of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, 1978. GICD-USA-Spinal Surgery Tutorial, November 1994. (A visit to Ronald L. DeWald, MD, Rush-Presbyterian University,...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Neck Surgery

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

  • Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery

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  • University Of Missouri Columbia

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Missouri-columbia

    Residency Hospital, 2002

  • University Of Missouri - Columbia (spine Fellowship)

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993

  • University Of Missouri-columbia

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993

  • New York University, The Booth Memorial Medical Center (trauma Fellowship)

    1992

  • Queens Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992

  • University Clinic Of Sarajevo

    Residency Hospital, 1991

  • University Of Sarajevo, Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
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NorthShore Health Centers

Northshore Health Centers6050 Sterling Creek Rd Portage, IN 46368
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(219) 763-8112

NorthShore Health Centers

Weiss Memorial Hospital4646 N Marine Dr # C-8 Chicago, IL 60640
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(773) 564-7770
Weiss Memorial Hospital4646 N Marine Dr # C-8 Chicago, IL 60640
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(312) 871-2225
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