
Richard A. Bernstein, MD

Primary Specialty
Vascular Neurology and Stroke
Insurance
Insurance plans are subject to change. View insurance plans accepted at each hospital and by each NMHC physician group.Practice Focus Areas
- Carotid Stenosis
- Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy
- Cerebral Venous Thrombosis
- Cervical Artery Dissection
- Cryptogenic Stroke
- Intracranial Stenosis
- Moyamoya Disease
- Patent Foramen Ovale
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, Cornell University Weill Medical College - 1996
- Internship:
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Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Beth Israel) - 1997
- Residency:
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New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) - 2000
- Fellowships:
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University of California (San Francisco) - 2001
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Board Certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology (Certified)
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Vascular Neurology (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Physician Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Kishwaukee HospitalNorthwestern Lake Forest HospitalNorthwestern Memorial HospitalPalos HospitalValley West Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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357 Ratings
Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
August 30, 2021
4.0 star star star star star_borderIt has been such a brief encounter with Dr Richard Bernstein, last September and this July to feel secure with how NMH is managing the transition s of care. I hope this response by me is being noted and responded to. Carol Sodini
August 09, 2021
5.0 star star star star starI probably just said them in the above statement, that he is the one who changed my medication’s from 20 mg Lipitor to 80 mg &. And put me on a medication called equinox 25 200 mg twice a day, And I am still doing OK, said to keep doing what I’m doing.
March 04, 2021
5.0 star star star star starDr B is very professional , smart and patient centered. He answered all my questions /concerns and was very humanely reassuring thus allaying my fears. Non hurried w patient interaction . Has good sense of humor.
January 24, 2021
5.0 star star star star starHave you ever put your life into someone's hands? There are some things you just "know." After 77 years on this planet if you don't "know" you haven't been paying attention. R.A.B. and his team exude "care, and caring and expertise." I would trust them with my life ... and I'd even trust them to work on my car. :-). Love you guys.
December 09, 2020
5.0 star star star star starDr. Bernstein has a calming and kind attitude. He made me feel confident I was in good hands when he listened, understood, and took the time to explain what was needed with my case. Having a clear plan of action is a wonderful thing during uncertain times. Thank you
November 25, 2020
5.0 star star star star starHe is thorough and patient. Asks good questions. And he knows what the latest research shows. He gives me the option of being part of the decision. But he also shares his pov. I believe his diagnosis and treatment are correct. I trust him.
November 25, 2020
5.0 star star star star starI had a tele-visit with Dr. Bernstien. He reviewed my DVD images ( I sent them from Michigan)and quickly diagnosed the cause of my recent stroke. He took all the time I needed and answered all my questions. I felt at ease thanks to his genuine concern for my well being. Just a real nice guy.
Disclosures
Industry Relationships
Consulting / Related Activities
Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities
- Abbott Laboratories, Inc.
- AstraZeneca
- Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH)
- ConnectYourCare
- HSC Acquisition, LLC dba HealthSTAR Communications, Inc.
- Medtronic, Inc.
- WebMD Health Services Group, Inc.
External Professional Relationships
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