Matthew L. Baer, MD, PhD

Neurology

4.5
152 Ratings
Practices In: Elgin
Patients Seen: Adults

I find it very impor­tant to treat patients as peo­ple first by wel­com­ing them to my prac­tice and try­ing to help them remem­ber that they are an indi­vid­ual who hap­pens to have a neu­ro­log­ic prob­lem — not just a patient with a dis­ease. It is very impor­tant to address each patien­t’s med­ical con­cerns, but I want to make sure that I under­stand how these con­cerns affect their lives so we can work togeth­er to man­age each prob­lem holistically.

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Locations

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Elgin

Fletcher Drive

Suite 204

Elgin, Illinois 60123

847-931-4626

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General Info
Board Certifications
Neurology
Languages
English
Clinical Interests

My spe­cif­ic inter­ests are in neu­ro­mus­cu­lar med­i­cine (includ­ing mus­cle dis­eases, neu­ropathies, and neu­ro­mus­cu­lar junc­tion dis­or­ders), neu­rooph­thal­mol­o­gy, neu­roim­munol­o­gy (e.g. Mul­ti­ple Scle­ro­sis), and headaches.

Personal Interests

I love to go on long walks and admire urban archi­tec­ture. I enjoy cook­ing and shar­ing meals with friends. I dab­ble in pho­tog­ra­phy, which helps make my urban wan­der­ings more inten­tion­al. And I have been enjoy­ing read­ing in my spare time.

Education
Editorial
School
Virginia Commonwealth University Graduation Date: 2018 Degree: MD PhD
Residency
Barnes Jewish Hospital, Washington University Resident in Neurology
Fellowships
Washington University Neuromuscular Medicine and Electrodiagnostic Medicine

Provider's Contributions

Can Using the Internet Reduce Your Risk of Dementia? Lifestyle & Wellness March 2024
Does Sudoku Actually Keep Your Brain Young? Behavioral & Mental Health, Lifestyle & Wellness, Senior's Health September 2023

Clinical Expertise

Procedures

Botox for Migraines, Botox for Movement Disorder, EMG/NCV Testing, Lumbar Puncture, Muscle Biopsy, Neuromuscular Ultrasound, Neuroophthalmology (slit lamp, fundus photography, OCT, automated perimetry), Trigger Point Injection

Ratings

Ratings Category

The Patient Satisfaction Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.5
152 Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.4
152 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.6
152 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.6
152 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.6
150 Ratings

Comments

Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.
"Dr. Baer was excellent. Very thorough and listened to my concerns. He examined me and prescribed a medication that immediately helped. I'm so glad I chose him on my chart. He also had helped my daughter and she highly recommended him."
5
Sep. 28, 2024
"Good"
5
Sep. 16, 2024
"Excellent office visit. I felt the doctor and his team put together a plan of action. That was the goal for the visit."
5
Sep. 15, 2024
"Dr. Baer is great!!!"
5
Sep. 8, 2024
"Dr Baer really listened and assisted my concerns."
5
Aug. 6, 2024
"Very happy with the whole experience.."
5
Jul. 28, 2024
"All good -"
5
Jul. 26, 2024
"Dr. Baer is great...love his demeanor, from his personality,listening/attentiveness to his dress code...two thumbs up!!! I enjoyed talking with him and he appears to really care about the person in front of him with his undivided attention...his patient."
5
Jul. 16, 2024
"I found Dr to be compassionate, a good listener and a good communicator -- I feel that he will help me find a solution to my condition that I can live with"
5
Jun. 25, 2024
"Dr. Baer is patient, knowledgeable, kind, professional, courteous, and compassionate. He makes sure I understand my health status and plan of care."
5
Jun. 25, 2024
"I have told many people if they need a neurologist, contact Dr. Baer. He's excellent."
5
Jun. 23, 2024
"Dr Baer was so helpful. I feel like I have a great treatment plan moving forward. I feel relieved to know that if my condition continues he will continue to improve the situation quickly. He was sincere, professional, knowledgeable & a great listener."
5
Jun. 18, 2024
"Dr. Baer listened carefully to my concerns. He explained my options, and let me decide without coercion. He is affable and easy to talk to. His plan to address my condition is sensible and well-grounded."
5
Jun. 18, 2024
"Very pleased"
5
Jun. 16, 2024
"Dr. Baer was wonderful and the first doctor who was confident in taking on my complex case, which was such a relief"
4.8
Jun. 6, 2024
"Dr Barer is very thorough and explained my treatment plan to me"
5
May. 6, 2024
"Dr. Baer was AMAZING. Thoroughly listened to my concerns, took his time, put my mind at ease. Funny and kind."
5
Apr. 10, 2024
"I have been so comforted and encouraged with the care provided by Dr. Baer and the Team. He listens to me, provides explanations, choices and realistic expectations woven with hope. And the care plan to reduce and minimize my migraines have improved. I recommend him to friends and am very grateful."
5
Apr. 10, 2024
"It was excellent. The information was well explained so I understood what was going to happen and what I should expect."
5
Apr. 4, 2024
"Extremely attentive. Dr. Baer listened, answered and explained everything in a manner easy to understand. Thoughtful and patient with my questions and concerns. One of the best doctors I've come across in a long time. Highly recommended."
5
Apr. 2, 2024
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