Robert T. Nixon Jr, MD

Robert T. Nixon Jr, MD

4.8 
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Primary Specialty

Orthopaedic Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Arthroscopic Surgery
  • Arthroscopic Surgery - Knee
  • Arthroscopic Surgery - Shoulder
  • Athletic Knee Problems
  • Cartilage Preservation
  • Distal Biceps Repair
  • Proximal Hamstring Repair

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1987
Residency:
Loyola University Medical Center - 1989
Fellowships:
Cincinnati Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center - 1993

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.8
4.8 

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. Nixon appeared to be extremely competent and easy to speak with

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August 29, 2022

5.0

Very very smart and knowledgeable

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Easy to talk to you straight to the point.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Little wait time, easy to get appointment and knowledge/experience

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Matter of fact, clear explanations, layman's terms, spends great amount of time to ensure that the explanations are well understood. Punctual and convivial.

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August 19, 2022

5.0

He did a great job.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Nixon is very knowledgeable and friendly. He always takes the time to answer any questions or concerns I have.

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August 15, 2022

5.0

He’s kind and listens to my complaints and provides thorough exam and feedback.

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August 14, 2022

5.0

Explained procedure and outcome very throughly

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August 13, 2022

5.0

I love the way he explained everything to me

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August 12, 2022

5.0

All around my sky easy to talk to and thorough

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August 12, 2022

5.0

very knowledgeable doctor, he is very nice with patient

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August 10, 2022

5.0

Very attentive and thorough.

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August 10, 2022

5.0

He's to the point and keeps insurance guidelines in mind.

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Dr Nixon took time to ask me questions about my issue and give me options and recommendations. He said to be sure I let him know within a couple of weeks if the cortisone shots he administered were not working and we could look at other options.

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August 06, 2022

5.0

Very experienced, was seen in 2015 and retrieved hard copy of chart right away and had it at the appt for review - cared about how I was doing and explained all options honestly and easy to understand

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August 06, 2022

5.0

He listens to my concerns

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August 06, 2022

5.0

he gets right to the problem

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August 05, 2022

5.0

I have assisted Dr. Nixon in very difficult cases and he makes it look so easy

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August 05, 2022

5.0

He took his time and explained everything.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

Buenos doctor y buenas tensión

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August 04, 2022

4.0

Explica bien el proceso a seguir.

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August 03, 2022

5.0

Knows his stuff. I like him.

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July 31, 2022

5.0

Smart , caring, funny.

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July 30, 2022

5.0

He takes his time with his patience and he's very kind-hearted

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July 29, 2022

5.0

Friendly, expedient, knowledgeable

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Professional

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July 25, 2022

5.0

Same as above but wants to figure out the best treatment and not just jump to surgery

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July 20, 2022

5.0

Very personable and knowledgeable

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July 20, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable. Direct & to the point

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July 18, 2022

5.0

For the reasons I said in the above box!

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July 14, 2022

4.0

Straight forward and listens to me

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July 12, 2022

5.0

he knows what he is doing

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July 10, 2022

5.0

Explained test results clearly. Suggested surgery.

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July 09, 2022

5.0

I like his style

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July 08, 2022

5.0

Good Doctor

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July 06, 2022

5.0

He was patient and answered my questions.

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July 06, 2022

5.0

Great doctor, nice

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July 04, 2022

5.0

He is not in a hurry to rush to surgery but had other options

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July 01, 2022

5.0

Great Doctor

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Pay attention to what we say and exam my daughter good

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Super honest and didn't try to force a treatment.

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June 27, 2022

5.0

He is a good doctor and communicated well.

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June 24, 2022

4.0

He seems to know what he is doing.

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June 24, 2022

5.0

He is an excellent physician

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June 23, 2022

5.0

He was intelligent and gave me sound medical advice about my problem with my knee.

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June 22, 2022

5.0

Dr.Nixon explains course of action and what to expect from treatment given.

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June 21, 2022

5.0

He is a superb surgeon

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June 21, 2022

5.0

He’s very informative and right to the point! Also his bed side manners are wonderful!

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June 20, 2022

5.0

Professional and has done surgery on my husband and daughter with great outcomes

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June 18, 2022

5.0

KNOWS WHAT TO DO WHN NEEDED !

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June 17, 2022

4.0

He has done prior surgeries and always gave me explanation I understand

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June 17, 2022

5.0

I have seen him for three different problems and I have been very pleased with care.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

Very timely with me showing up early to my appointment. My visit was mostly a check on an old injury, and Dr. Nixon took the time to review all things to be considered.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

He was caring, explained to me what were my options and recommended a conservative approach for now. I agreed with him. He was straight forward about his assessment of my orthro problems etc. He was gentle when he injected the pain med, he assured me that he would not sticking needle by a nerve, that put me at ease.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

Liked his approach to my pain & suggestions for follow up.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Professionalism and thorough explanations.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Dr Nixon was careful and polite as he explained my care options.

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June 13, 2022

5.0

Doctor was very nice asked lots of questions and gave me treatment options

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June 10, 2022

5.0

Once again, as I said earlier - the Dr. is professional without being unapproachable - doesn't rush you and answers all questions.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

He's straight forward, and honest. He tells you like it is!

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May 28, 2022

5.0

He is GREAT!! He is so easy to understand

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May 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Nixon comes checks out my shoulder.Then he gives me the options for treatment and he lets me decide which option I want.

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May 23, 2022

5.0

Calming and explains things well

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May 23, 2022

5.0

he did a excellent job with my surgery replacing my shoulder didn't have much pain..

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May 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Nixon is very well known foe his expertise

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May 21, 2022

5.0

He’s straight to the point and he always returns your messages!

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May 17, 2022

5.0

I didn’t feel worried at all.He communicated everything clearly. I felt like I was in good hands.Excellent bedside manner.

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May 12, 2022

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable in my treatment

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May 10, 2022

5.0

Great guy

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May 09, 2022

5.0

A really good doctor.

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May 09, 2022

5.0

Only had limited exposure, but was knowledgeable.

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May 06, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and friendly

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May 05, 2022

5.0

Conoce mi casó y está enfocado en el tratamiento.

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May 05, 2022

5.0

Very informative and knowledgeable. Took time to explain and answer questions

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May 04, 2022

5.0

Dr Nixon is very knowledgeable and explained my x-ray to me and discussed options.

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April 29, 2022

5.0

Hes a good doctor and took me in on short notice with my incident with my shoulder.

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April 29, 2022

5.0

Solved by problem.

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April 29, 2022

5.0

Great surgeon! Friendly and knowledgeable..

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April 28, 2022

5.0

Seemed competent

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April 28, 2022

5.0

Has been a great help to me

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April 27, 2022

5.0

His experience and professionalism.

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April 27, 2022

5.0

He talked to me and listened to my concerns

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April 25, 2022

5.0

Very professional.

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April 23, 2022

5.0

At my visit yesterday, he was very accommodating. He had empathy for me and my condition.

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April 22, 2022

5.0

Buen doctor y explica las preguntas que como paciente tenemos que hacer

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April 21, 2022

5.0

Explained everything and displayed genuine concern

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April 21, 2022

5.0

Confident, and very considerate and pleasant - communicates well

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April 19, 2022

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and answered all of my questions.

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April 18, 2022

5.0

He is a great surgeon he fixed my ankle

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April 15, 2022

5.0

Friendly, straight forward.

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March 30, 2022

5.0

Explains well, is friendly, and efficient.

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March 30, 2022

5.0

Very thorough

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March 28, 2022

5.0

Listened to me

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March 28, 2022

5.0

All questions answered

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March 28, 2022

5.0

He is really nice. He kept on to find out what was wrong. He was straight with me and didn’t say that he couldn’t do anything.

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March 27, 2022

5.0

Amazing Dr.

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March 25, 2022

5.0

He had extremely good manners along with a great explanation of my situation.

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March 23, 2022

5.0

Awesome Doc. Professional and personable

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March 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Nixon was able to fit me in quickly and provide an evaluation for the ankle pain I am experiencing.

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Disclosures

Robert T. Nixon Jr, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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