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Adam J. Buffington, DPM

Podiatrist

4.9

651 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Podiatry

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Practice Focus Areas

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Reasons to Schedule a Visit

This medical professional may be a good choice for you if you are looking for care for any of the following:

Achilles tendon rupture
Ankle sprain
Bunion
Calf or shin pain/strain
Cyst on foot
Foot drop
General foot pain
Gun shot wound

Neuroma
Numbness (neuropathy)
Orthotics
Plantar fasciitis/heel pain
Suspected or known foot fracture or broken bone(s)
Tendinitis
Tenotomy (hammer toe/claw toe)
Warts on foot

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Education

Medical Education:: DPM, Dr William M Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine - 2016
Residency:: OSF St Anthony Medical Center - 2019
Fellowships:: Northwest Illinois Advanced Foot and Ankle Surgeons - 2020

Certifications and Licensures

American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery - Foot Surgery (Certified)
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery - Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
On Medical Staff At:: Kishwaukee Hospital

Valley West Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

651 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 23, 2026

5.0

He does great work, he explains everything so you can understand and answers all your questions.

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February 23, 2026

5.0

I'm quite pleased with my experience with Dr. Buffington and the podiatry department at NM. But will see how it goes once my treatment has had some time to take affect.

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Very Knowledgeable. Good medical manner toward patient.

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February 21, 2026

5.0

Direct and straight to the point

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February 20, 2026

5.0

He was friendly, kind and knowledgeable. Explained everything thoroughly for both the visit and what I needed to do after.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Quality of care

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February 18, 2026

5.0

He was both efficient and kind

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Good bed- side manner

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Dr. Buffington is the most kind, patient, informative and friendly Dr. He makes you feel as if you're having a conversation with a friend or colleague. Absolutely love his demeanor! Wish all doctors could act like him.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Very genuine

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Quality of career

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Very nice, compassionate and caring Dr.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Same answer as before very good doctor

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February 10, 2026

5.0

He's was amazing very caring

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Personable

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Before and after surgeries, it explains things step by step; that's what I like most.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Explains things clearly and is very kind and patient. He saved my life when I came in through th ED

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January 29, 2026

5.0

He takes his time. He answered all my questions. He makes eye contact and makes me feel that everything is going to be okay. It just takes time. He told me I was doing great for 13 days after surgery. I didn't do anything...he did the surgery :)

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January 26, 2026

5.0

He was friendly. Spent time explaining everything to my husband and me. He answered all my questions once again. And assured me I would be fine but also explained what to expect after surgery. And after the surgery he met with my husband in the waiting room and even showed him photos of my bionic ankle.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

He's very good doctor. I'm glad I chose him.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Personable, professional, thorough, efficient care

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Very professional and explains everything very clearly.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

He listens, seems to really care about your well-being

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Very informative - will be having the surgery in the near future - after I am completely healed from fractured ankle - November 14th.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

He's been a great doctor and his work shows it. He thoroughly explains everything and takes the time to answers all questions I have. I'm very pleased that I chose him as my doctor.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

He was kind and considerate. He explained my injury and just what he was going to do to repair my ankle.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Easy to talk to. Takes time to listen and explain.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Dr. Buffington is caring and takes time to answer all questions and ensure he reviews X-rays with you too

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January 07, 2026

4.0

He was very through with explaining everything in a way you can understand it. Very good side manner

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Happy with my results this far of my foot correction & healing

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Dr Buffington and his staff are so kind and caring

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Excellent surgical results. Personable. Informative. Warm attitude.

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Action-oriented.

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January 02, 2026

5.0

I thought he was very good. He explained my x-ray so I could understand the problems. He then proposed a solution, with results based options if needed.

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December 29, 2025

5.0

He was very friendly. He explained everything clearly.

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December 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. buffington was caring and attentive. Explained the surgery and took time for any questions I had

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Very pleased with level of service with Dr Buffington and nurses. Everything that Dr Buffington has stated has happened. Very good at explaining everything to us

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December 17, 2025

5.0

He is very professional, friendly, nice and explained your case very well and will answer all your queries.

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December 17, 2025

4.0

Dr. Buffington used x-rays to point out to explain problem and procedure to correct it. Going into surgery I had complete confidence in him.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Great with patients

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Thorough care and got the needed surgery done as quickly as possible despite factors (other patients) causing delays. Good follow-up.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

The staff at Dr Buffington's office is kind and efficient. Great experience! I will be returning!

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Adam Buffington is awesome he listens to any concerns and gives good feedback and he's a very caring doctor and is done always a good job for me I wouldn't change for anything when it comes to feet or ankle thank you Dr Buffington and staff

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December 04, 2025

5.0

He cares about his patient

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Not only is Dr. Buffington, knowledgeable and helpful, his bedside manner is best!

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Kind, concise and answered all my questions.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

He explains options, risks, benefits and procedures thoroughly and is very nice and relatable. He actually cares about his patients.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Because I thought he was wonderful and very helpful

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Answers all my questions, explains things, & is professional & knowledgeable

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Professional and answered my questions

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Treated me/family with such a professional way. Explained everything. Keeps you updated. GREAT DR

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Buffington is very thorough with his explanations and listens to any and all concerns addressing everything to ease my worries. Incredible bedside manner in the office and the OR.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Let me explain my problem well

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November 18, 2025

4.0

Friendly and knowledgeable

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November 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Buffington was very concerned about my condition and was very thoughtful in explaining his diagnosis to me.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Always listened to my concerns and helping me find the best way to continue my care and treatment.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

He was very kind & helped solve the problem with my foot. Would highly recommend.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

He listened,he told you all you needed to hear,was open and honest.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Dr buffington did good job in explaining what health issues were to us and detailed next steps. Very clear. Nurses and staff were courteous and professional as well.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

He was thorough and easy to understand. He addressed all my concerns.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

He explaines what is the best for u and see what works better so u feel better

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Friendly, caring, and he listened.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Yes absolutely

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November 05, 2025

4.0

Dr. Buffington gave me confidence that the process would go well.

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November 02, 2025

5.0

He is an amazing doctor

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and presented our options carefully.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Get right to the point and is very comfortable to talk to

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October 18, 2025

5.0

As stated above, he was very interested in my condition and was confident that he could help me. His confidence made me feel i was in the right place. i had a lot of trouble finding a podiatrist who was such a good fit. i'm not out of the woods yet but i feel im on my way. Thank you Dr Buffington

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Kind and professional

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Was professional & knowledgeable about my foot issue and I am hopeful and positive he will be able to correct it and free up my pain!

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Great office and great doctor

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October 02, 2025

5.0

He was friendly, and had recommendations other than just medications to try that have helped

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October 01, 2025

5.0

Cause he's awesome

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Very thorough very easy to understand and very caring about his patients

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September 29, 2025

5.0

As I said about he was thorough acted like he cared, and he felt like he was competent and answered my questions and without my issues.

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September 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Adam J. Buffington treated me very well. He understood everything I told him, and he took his time to explain my situation to me. I recommend him.

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September 25, 2025

5.0

The doctor and staff were great. I felt like my concerns were justified and I left feeling good about the visit.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Buffington is thorough in explaining why I have the painful symptoms and he gives me hope. It's always a pleasure getting cared for when I have my Dr visits.

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Professional, Asked questions, explained diagnoses & treatment plan, polite, compassionate, kind

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September 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Buffington is very nice and caring.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Buffington is very knowledgeable and nice!

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September 13, 2025

5.0

He listens and tries to find the problem

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September 10, 2025

5.0

He's a very caring doctor and knows what he's doing and takes the time to explain it he's just a good person to have as a doctor and he cares about his patients I don't have enough words for what this man has done for me

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and friendly doctor

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September 09, 2025

5.0

I would highly rate Dr. Buffington. I have been through several surgeries before meeting him, and he has been very detailed and very personable. He has helped me when other doctors didn't know quite how to address and fix the issues I had. I have the highest respect for him and will continue to have him for my doctor.

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September 08, 2025

5.0

He listened to me. He ran test that I thought were appropriate. He suggested things that could help alleviate my pain. And he wanted to follow up in a reasonable time.

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September 08, 2025

5.0

friendly, informative

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September 06, 2025

5.0

He's awesome! So nice and knowledgeable and takes the time to answer any question I may have.

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September 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Buffington was very familiar with my situation and how to treat it.

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September 04, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and professional and knowledgeable.

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September 04, 2025

5.0

Very competent and compassionate.

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September 04, 2025

5.0

He is the most upfront and honest doctor. If I ever had any doubts he always reassured me and my potential in going into surgery and with recovery.

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September 04, 2025

5.0

He was very kind, knowledgeable and on time

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September 02, 2025

5.0

Calm and concerned about wellbeing

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September 02, 2025

5.0

good job.

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August 29, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and walked me through my injury so I was aware what was going on

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August 28, 2025

5.0

For the 1st time, a podiatrist accepted that I drive a manual transmission and he added a second small boot that fits my clutch. In the past they assumed I had someone to drive me around for weeks.

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August 28, 2025

5.0

He is very easy to talk to.

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August 25, 2025

5.0

He's a great dr

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August 25, 2025

5.0

Very kind, explained everything clearly

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Disclosures

Adam J. Buffington, DPM reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2025.

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