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Dr. Mark Barba, MD

Dr. Mark Barba, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Barba, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Rockford, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center and CGH Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 256 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (256 reviews)

OrthoIllinois, Rockford, IL

324 Roxbury Rd Rockford, IL 61107
Telehealth available

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Dr. Barba's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Barba

4.8
256 ratings, 172 with a written review
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Very confident
Very professional and informative.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 22, 2025
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Great appointment
Knowledgeable, thorough and compassionate
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Apr 18, 2025
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I was excited to come to my 2 week post op appointment to see Dr. Barba. However, I didn't get to see him. His nurse took the appointment instead. I was not happy with that and down right broken hearted. I'm confident the nurse is qualified, I just feel that if I have an appointment with the doctor, that's who I should see.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Feb 23, 2025
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Excellent with the explanation and plan of attack!
Excellent with great explanation!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jan 04, 2025
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Very likely , comfortable with him.
He explained how my nerves are connecting and my knee is right where it should be at this time.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jan 04, 2025
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Surgeon
I would recommend this Dr. to everyone!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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B. Szatek – Oct 31, 2024
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Very fortunate he is my doctor.
I have had very complicated knee and hip problems and I am very grateful that he has been my orthopedic doctor. He is easy to talk to, easy to understand and has done an incredible job for me. Thank you Dr Barba.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sep 14, 2024
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He is Great!
Dr Barba is up front. Tells you how it is. Gives you a plan and away we go. I feel I'm in good hands.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sep 11, 2024
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Establishes patient doctor rapport, listens , and provides knowledgeable and understandable information.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sep 10, 2024
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Excellent surgeon
Dr Barba is an excellent Doctor. He answered all my questions and cared for me in a very professional way. I felt he is a very caring Doctor and knows how to do total hip replacements. I would recommend him if you need a replacement done.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Barbara – Sep 07, 2024
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The process was very systematic and timely.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Randy Mastricola – Sep 07, 2024
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Dr Barba is a very caring Dr. He really cares about his patients and he always makes them feel at ease
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jun 20, 2024
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Yes
Doctor who listens & explains things
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Lori – Jun 19, 2024
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Post hip surgery follow up
Was a good visit had additional x-rays taken and reviewed.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Bruce Rudie – Apr 24, 2024
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Just met Dr Barba. He comes highly recommended.
Dr Barba was efficient and quite nice. I expect a good outcome to my hip surgery.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mar 06, 2024
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Excellent skill and warm personality.
Further medical intervention was suggestion. Answered all my questions.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Elizabeth Nelson – Feb 21, 2024
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Great Doctor.
Excellent visit, We are scheduling surgery & I am ready! Dr. Barba is Very Kind & Helpful. Looking forward to after the knee surgery, to get back to my life.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Susan Fryer – Feb 21, 2024
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Great experience
Dr. Barba is very personable and knowledgeable. I feel he works with me and my requests.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Great experience – Feb 21, 2024
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Very conscientious , excellent listener,
Very conscientious, excellent listener, and even better surgeon
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Feb 17, 2024
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Great experience!
Everyone is welcoming and helpful. Dr. Barba is clear in his explanations and very encouraging.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Richard Reardon – Jan 20, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

I always knew I wanted to be a doctor and no matter what the reason for your appointment, I look forward to our visit. It is the people that are my motivation to be in healthcare. As an orthopedic surgeon I chose to further subspecialize in...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

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  • Rush Joint Replacement And Research Fellowship, Rush University, Chicago, Il

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997
  • Grace Hosp/wayne State University

    Residency Hospital, 1996
  • Grace Hosp/wayne State University

    Internship Hospital, 1992
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

OrthoIllinois, Rockford, IL

Rockford Gastroenterology Associates LTD.324 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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Practice

Rosecrance Swedish American Collaboration1401 E State St Rockford, IL 61104
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Orthomidwest PLLC770 Beloit Rd Belvidere, IL 61008
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Rosecrance Swedish American Collaboration1401 E State St Rockford, IL 61104
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Practice

Orthomidwest PLLC5875 E Riverside Blvd Rockford, IL 61114
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 8:00pm
    • Sat: 10:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sun: 10:00am - 4:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • OSF Saint Paul Medical Center

    1401 E 12th St
    Mendota, IL 61342
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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  • OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center

    5666 E State St
    Rockford, IL 61108
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

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    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
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  • Swedish American Hospital

    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

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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