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Dr. Brian Bear, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*•Male•Age 59

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*

Dr. Brian Bear, MD is an orthopedic hand surgery specialist in Rockford, IL and has over 32 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bear has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Fhn Memorial Hospital and Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Brian Bear, MD

OrthoIllinois - Roxbury Clinic

324 Roxbury Rd Rockford, IL 61107
Telehealth services available

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(815) 398-9491
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Dr. Bear is affiliated with Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital Dixon, a highly rated hospital.

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  • Explains Conditions Well
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  • Offers Telehealth
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  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Bear's Reviews

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4.9

201 ratings, 72 with a written review
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  • I felt respected
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  • Appointment scheduling
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  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
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  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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  • Listened & answered questions
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  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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  • I felt respected
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
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  • Staff friendliness
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  • Appointment wasn't rushed
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About Me

Biography

I would like to take this opportunity to tell you more about myself and my experience in health care. Originally from Winnetka, Illinois, I attended Northwestern...Read more

Specialties*

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery
  • Pediatric Hand Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics
  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
  • Orthopedics
  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
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*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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1987

Undergraduate School

Mayo Clinic Rochester

Fellowship Hospital, 1997

Mayo Clinic-Rochester

Fellowship Hospital, 1997

Hospital For Special Surgery

Residency Hospital, 1996

Cottage Hospital

Internship Hospital, 1992

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Medical School, 1991

Northwestern

Undergraduate School, 1987

Northwestern University

Undergraduate School, 1987

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Brian Bear, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bear's profile.

    What are Dr. Brian Bear, MD's top areas of expertise?

    Dr. Brian Bear, MD specializes in Hand & Wrist Surgery. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. Brian Bear, MD's office address?

    Dr. Bear's office is located at 324 Roxbury Rd, Rockford, IL 61107. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

    OrthoIllinois - Roxbury Clinic

    OrthoIllinois - Roxbury Clinic324 Roxbury Rd Rockford, IL 61107
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      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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    Rockford Orthopedic Surgery Center

    Rockford Orthopedic Surgery Center, LLC - DBA OrthoIllinois Surgery Center346 Roxbury Rd Rockford, IL 61107
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center

    5666 E State St
    Rockford, IL 61108
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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    UW Health

    1401 E State St
    Rockford, IL 61104

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

    Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital

    403 E 1st St
    Dixon, IL 61021
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    74%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality.