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Dr. Richard Bernstein, MD

Dr. Richard Bernstein, MD

Neurology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Bernstein, MD is a neurologist in Chicago, IL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and Northwestern Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

259 E Erie St Ste 1900 Chicago, IL 60611
Telehealth available
(312) 695-7950

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Bernstein is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital Chicago, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bernstein specializes in the areas of Neurology & Vascular Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Stroke Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Bernstein's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bernstein

3.1
8 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
50%
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4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
13%
13%
1 star
38%
38%

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Dr. Bernstein is incredibly knowledgeable and explained my condition in a straight-forward, easy to understand way. He was very patient and kind with answering my questions and concerns. I highly recommend him. Great nursing and front desk staff too.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Jun 23, 2021
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Excellent experience. Impressed with Dr. Bernstein ‘s knowledge and expertise in his field. Thankful for the time he took allowing me to ask questions and making me feel like he was not rushed to do anything else but check on me.
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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Sue Staus in Oglesby, IL – Sep 27, 2018
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Dr. Bernstein is a brilliant scientist and a meticulous physician. He is heavily involved in research and is not a physician who holds patients hands but he is clearly committed to their care. I am a former biomedical scientist with advanced degrees and can communicate with Dr, Bernstein at a level that demands little of his time. If your problem is potentially dangerous you may be willing to see someone on top of their game who is not a good hand holder.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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EL in Chicago, IL – Jun 22, 2016
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K.. Breier - Dr. Bernstein has been my Dr. for 10 years @ NWestern knowledgeable, but has the worst Bedside Manner & that is what matters most to Patients. Lacks communication with his patients, shows no compassion, too opinionated needs to come down off of the high horse & relate to his patients, shows no empathy, no caring, Compassion for his patients. Been trying to contact him for 5 days & no call back that shows Unprofessionalism on his part, time to get a New Dr.
What went well
No results
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
6 others found this helpful
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k. Breier in Chicago, IL – Jun 14, 2016
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I traveled from 3 hours away for an expert opinion from a vascular neurologist on 2 possible cryptogenic strokes, but found Dr. Bernstein to be rather blunt, a tad offensive, and strongly opinionated but based little on medical research. He did take his time, but really was not what I had expected, but I admit my expectations were high based on his resume. The consult was not very helpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Menasha, WI – Mar 18, 2016
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Good diagnostician, people skills are tremendously lacking. He showed a lack of caring, compassion and empathy after the initial diagnosis. Telling someone to get used to excruciating pain is unacceptable. This comment does not help a patient deal with a serious medical problem.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
4 others found this helpful
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Marla Freydberg in Chicago, IL – Feb 15, 2016
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  • Neurology

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  • University Of California-san Francisco Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001

  • New York-presbyterian Hospital - Columbia Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • Weill Cornell Medical College

    Medical School, 1996

  • Cook Co Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1958
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Vascular Neurology
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Locations

Practice

N M G-Lavin 19 Neurology259 E Erie St Ste 1900 Chicago, IL 60611
1

Practice

Northwestern Medicine Neurology-Lake Forest1000 N Westmoreland Rd # 3 Lake Forest, IL 60045
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    251 E Huron St
    Chicago, IL 60611
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

    1000 N Westmoreland Rd
    Lake Forest, IL 60045
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in the care and treatment of stroke

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in the care and treatment of stroke

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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