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  4. Dr. Benjamin Shain, MD

Dr. Benjamin Shain, MD

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry•Male•Age 68

Dr. Shain
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available

Highland Park Hospital

777 Park Ave W Highland Park, IL 60035

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Dr. Benjamin Shain, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Specialist in Highland Park, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Yeshiva U, College of Medicine medical school in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Evanston Hospital and Glenbrook Hospital. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Shain to book an appointment.

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  • Offers Telehealth
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  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Experience
Background

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No malpractice claims found for Illinois
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Shain's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
ADHD and-or ADD
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Shain treats ADHD and-or ADD more than 96% of his peers

Dr. Shain treats this condition more than 96% of his peers

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Anxiety
normal
normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Shain treats Anxiety more than 78% of his peers

Dr. Shain treats this condition more than 78% of his peers

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Shain treats Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) more than 64% of his peers

Dr. Shain treats this condition more than 64% of his peers

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Dr. Shain's conditions and procedures:

  • ADHD and-or ADD
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bulimia
  • Cocaine Addiction
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Combination Drug Dependence
  • Conduct Disorder
  • Conversion Disorder
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Developmental and Learning Disorders
  • Dissociative Disorder
  • Dissociative, Conversion, and Factitious Disorders
  • Drug and Alcohol Dependence
  • Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
  • Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbances of Childhood and Adolescence
  • Hypochondriasis
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Marijuana Addiction
  • Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
  • Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
  • Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
  • Nondependent Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Abuse
  • Phobia
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychogenic Disorders (incl. Psychogenic Pain)
  • Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
  • Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Somatoform Disorders
  • Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
  • Suicidal Ideation

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Dr. Shain accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
Choice Plus POS II
Anthem
National (BlueCard) PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
HealthyBlue 2.0
HealthyBlue Advantage
Coventry Health Care
Coventry Health America PPO
HealthLink
HealthLink PPO
Humana
Choice Care PPO
Preferred PPO
MultiPlan
MultiPlan PPO
PHCS Network PPO
Priority Health
Priority PPO

Dr. Shain's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shain

2.0

Based on 17 ratings

5 Stars
23.529411764705884%
(4)
4 Stars
0%
(0)
3 Stars
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2 Stars
5.882352941176471%
(1)
1 Star
70.58823529411765%
(12)
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling (4)
  • Appointment wasn't rushed (4)
  • Explained conditions well (4)
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed (10)
  • Difficult to schedule appointment (10)
  • Didn't explain conditions well (9)
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He is an awful doctor who doesn’t care about the patient. The php program he runs is a disgrace. He shouldn’t be allowed to practice medicine.
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Jan 10, 2020
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As a patient, never have I ever experienced worse care than under Shain’s. Complete lack of communication and transparency to the point of negligence (I had requested information regarding the effects of the medications I was forced to take twice, receiving none in addition to being scoffed at a second time), making it clear how my medication was negatively affecting me (took count, mentioned a total of 14 times during my meetings with Dr. Shaun, not a single one was taken into account), lack of listening to his patients, as well as a massive, yet easily shattered ego (after being accused of “abusing” him for some not-kind words after two days of no communication/meetings that should occur on a daily basis according to the program I currently attend, in addition to having his RN answer my mother’s call despite attempting to arrange a time at which both could communicate, as she wanted to speak with Shaun directly). Overall, absolutely cannot recommend Dr. Shain’s care.
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Andrew Brierly – Dec 20, 2019
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so vague, my appointments would literally be 30 seconds to 4 minutes long. Never took the time to explain ANYTHING! He got mad at me when I mentioned interest in stopping medication... he doesn't like it when his patients stop paying for his boat!
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Mar 13, 2017
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Would not listen to my problems would just want to add to current medications and increase my dose.
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Aug 24, 2016
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About Me

Biography

Dr. Benjamin Shain, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Specialist in Highland Park, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He...Read more

Specialties

  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Board Certifications

  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Psychiatry
  • Psychiatry
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Education

1987
U Cincinnati
Fellowship Hospital
1985
NYU Langone Medical Center
Residency Hospital
1983
Bronx Muni Hosp Ctr
Residency Hospital
1981
Yeshiva U, College of Medicine
Medical School
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Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Benjamin Shain, MD offer telehealth services?

Dr. Shain has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.

Is Dr. Benjamin Shain, MD accepting new patients?

Dr. Benjamin Shain, MD generally accepts new patients on Healthgrades. You can see Dr. Shain's profile to make an appointment.

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What are Dr. Benjamin Shain, MD's top areas of care?

Dr. Shain frequently treats ADHD and-or ADD, Anxiety, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). See all procedures and conditions Dr. Shain treats.

Where is Dr. Benjamin Shain, MD's office located?

Dr. Shain's office is located at 777 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL 60035. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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Locations

Practice

Highland Park Hospital777 Park Ave W Highland Park, IL 60035
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Northshore University Health System49 S Waukegan Rd Ste 200 Deerfield, IL 60015
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Shain is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

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Evanston Hospital

Evanston, IL

75% Patient Experience Rating, 6% higher than the national average

17 Awards Received

Award Highlight: America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2019)

Glenbrook Hospital

Glenview, IL

17 Awards Received

Award Highlight: America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2019)

Highland Park Hospital

Highland Park, IL

17 Awards Received

Award Highlight: America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2019)

Skokie Hospital

Skokie, IL

11 Awards Received

Award Highlight: America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2020)