Dr. Howard An, MD

Great - I had 8 miserable weeks of intensive sciatica. Dr. An listened to me and was able to get a quick diagnosis. Surgery was a last resort but it was effective. Pain Free immediately and incredibly thankful

Dr An was wonderful. Even when things are not getting better as fast as you hoped, (for me bad discs/pinched nerves)...he looks at options, thinks positively. Surgery seems to be the last resort with him. He uses his considerable knowledge to find other ways to get you better or hopefully eliminate the problem. I appreciate that a lot.

On time. Explained well. Answered questions straightforward. Was kind and considerate. And good surgeon

I was experiencing lower back pain that at times was debilitating. After X-rays and MRI, a full diagnosis was available. Dr. A prescribed next steps, never rushing into surgery. Only as a last resort. It did turn out that surgery would be required, but mostly at my own insistence, not Dr. An. Post surgery now and though recovery is a process that simply requires time and patience, I’m already very happy with the initial results. Pain free and seeing light at the end of the tunnel. Dr. A came from a personal recommendation from a friend. I now know why. I can’t speak highly enough. Thanks Dr. An!!!!

This is my second visit and I find Dr. An to be very patient and attentive in listening to my health concerns, and very honest with his assessment. I feel very comfortable in his care.

The check-in was quick and easy; everyone I encountered was pleasant (except the front desk guy) which made me less nervous. Dr An’s resident doctor was kind and very helpful. Dr An was concise, answered my questions, inspired confidence and gave me the information I needed to move forward. I felt very good about seeking an opinion from Rush.

Got in quickly. Did X-rays then two mins later I was on the way to the examination room where he came right in. We had a good conversation went over issues looked at X-rays where he was able to explain and give me a complete picture of the current and future state best and worst case scenarios. Set up good corrective actions and answered all my questions before departing. He sent his nurse right in to follow up.

Dr An took his time and explained everything well. He recommended doing much less lumbar fusion than the other doctors I have been to. I am very confident and impressed with his knowledge and kindness.

Dr. An has been my Doctor since 2001,he's worked on my Cervical-Spine to my lower back, and after each I've improved immensely. He went over mri's and x- rays,and explained all my options till he was sure l knew everything that was involved. He's one of two Drs. that l know will see me when l have to be seen, and not days or weeks later,next day. I consider him a friend as well as my Doctor.

Great doctor and great service I would definitely recommend drAn to family and friends

Dr. An was very kind and personable. He was able to explain my condition to me very clearly, as well as the well reasoned treatment. I trust his expertise and experience.

I met with Dr An to discuss my MRI and X-rays. He clearly explained what was causing my problem, the options available and the type of relief each option offered.

As a patient of over nine years, Dr. An has immeasurably improved my quality of life. He is an excellent diagnostician and surgeon and his kind, empathetic personality inspires confidence. He gives you the time you need to be heard and his clear, concise explanations make it easy to be a partner in healing.

Best of the best. Dr. An was performed two discectomy surgeries on me and both without a glitch. He and Rush are the cream of the crop.

Excellent, he was very personable but direct and to the point. He gave me several options to rectify my back problems. For him surgery is the last option.

Visit was the right amount of time, not rushed, and he listened

I had been to other neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, and pain clinics over the course of three years looking for help to relieve my lower back pain. No one in my area, central Illinois, could or would offer me help. They said the slipped disc and spinal stenosis wasn't severe enough for surgery. Skip to early 2021 and I referred myself to Midwest Orthopedics at Rush and requested that Dr. An look at my MRIs for a second opinion. He suggested physical therapy, and wanted to try an epidural, but said he would definitely consider a micro surgery laminectomy on my lumbar region. I did what he asked, but wanted a permanent fix. He agreed and two weeks later, I had surgery. It was the best thing I could have done. He explains clearly what is going to happen and answered my web md educated questions without blinking an eye. His team is great and I have recommended him to several friends already. I wish I wouldn't have waited so long.

Dr. An has been taking care of me for 8 years now. I have a deteriorating back after a significant injury. He has been with me at every step through what will be my 3rd surgery.

Dr. An was very professional and informative, explaining my options in terms of treatment and the pros and cons of those options. I was also very impressed with his nurse clinician, Jaclyn, who was well versed and also empathetic. Overall a positive visit.

I am very happy. He was to the point, told me this was his diagnosis, what he recommends and next steps. I am very pleased with this doctor.