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Dr. Richard Fessler, MD

Dr. Richard Fessler, MD

Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Fessler, MD is a neurosurgeon in Chicago, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO HOSPITAL / ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY in 1983. He is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 43 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (43 reviews)

Practice

1725 W Harrison St Ste 855 Chicago, IL 60612

Make an Appointment

(312) 942-6644

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Fessler is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center Chicago, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurosurgery.

Dr. Fessler is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fessler specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Fessler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fessler

3.8

43 ratings, 24 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Scott – Sep 28, 2023
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Jul 27, 2022
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No results
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No results
3 people found this helpful
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Apr 19, 2022
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Apr 18, 2022
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Mar 27, 2022
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Feb 22, 2022
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Feb 12, 2022
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Oct 17, 2021
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Sep 24, 2021
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Sep 19, 2021
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Sep 15, 2021
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Jul 22, 2021
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Jul 18, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Don Knapp – May 22, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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FRANK – Feb 03, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Robert Marshall – Oct 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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nanci Fisher – Jul 30, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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D Susan in Chicago, IL – Oct 30, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Cindy in Crown Point – Feb 17, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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Renee in Maple Grove, MN – Oct 22, 2017
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care philosophy

The evolution I've seen in spine surgery has been nothing short of spectacular. Our results, in general, have improved by using minimally invasive technique - compared to using our open surgical techniques that we used 20 years ago. For example,...read more

  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Chicago Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of Chicago

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • University Of Chicago

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Chicago Hospital / Roosevelt University

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Fessler is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Rush University Medical Center1725 W Harrison St Ste 855 Chicago, IL 60612
    1

    Practice

    Rush Pulmonary Function Lab1520 W Harrison St Fl 6 Chicago, IL 60607
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Rush University Medical Center

      1653 W Congress Pkwy
      Chicago, IL 60612
      Recipient of 43
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 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

      Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2024, 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.

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

      3% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

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