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

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

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4.8
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100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable & great bedside manner

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April 29, 2024

5.0

Easy going,explains the situation I'm in,and gives options

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April 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Nixon gets right to the point regarding best course of treatment. I really appreciate his approach and patient care.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Nixon exceeded my expectations by spending a long time with my son at his appointment. He asked several questions and was very caring and thorough.

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Everyone needs a good orthopedic like Dr. Nixon : ) He also diagnosed and fixed my shoulder pain a couple years back, he traced the culprit to a nerve pinch in the neck. Fixed it with physical therapy

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April 20, 2024

5.0

Same as above. Professional, listened to what my issues were

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April 20, 2024

5.0

Direct and straight forward

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April 19, 2024

5.0

Everything was explained clearly. A treatment plan was started right away with a follow up scheduled to discuss how the treatment was working.

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April 19, 2024

5.0

So knowledgeable, professional, and caring.

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April 19, 2024

5.0

He is a very good Dr. He takes time to explain things to his patients and has a good bedside manner.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

He has a perfect blend of professionalism and empathy.

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April 17, 2024

5.0

thorough

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April 13, 2024

5.0

Very pleased with care.

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April 12, 2024

5.0

I'm wry impressed with Dr Nixon He explains conditions in a very helpful way I appreciate his bedside manner and trust him and his entire staff

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April 10, 2024

5.0

He explained everything n making a plan for continued care

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April 06, 2024

5.0

Great DR

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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March 29, 2024

5.0

Great Doctor

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March 29, 2024

5.0

Excellent Doctor!

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March 28, 2024

5.0

My surgeries have always been successful and follow-up is easy. He always understands my problems.

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March 28, 2024

5.0

He has a wonderful balance of professionalism and empathy. He listened to my every concern and took time explaining everything to me. Then, best of all he included me in planning out my health care options.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Nixon knows his shoulders. Damage, tears, ect. Very knowledgeable, and gives you a professional solution.

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March 23, 2024

5.0

Consistent reliable

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March 22, 2024

5.0

He answered all of my concerns and options

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March 21, 2024

5.0

He is honest about your medical situation and provides the best outcomes to improve my physical health

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March 21, 2024

5.0

He explained everything carefully. The visit was very organized.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Smart, kind and compassionate

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March 15, 2024

5.0

Excellent atention

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March 14, 2024

5.0

explained everything going on with the issue that i had going on and repaired it.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Smart guy

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Dr Nixon is wonderful! Very focused and personable! Took a lot of time to explain my results, the pros and cons of surgical intervention and outcomes. He is awesome!!

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March 09, 2024

5.0

Good doctor

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Explains process and understanding of healing from injury.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

His expertise helped me get better.

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March 01, 2024

5.0

He as taken good care of me.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Very personable and professional! Takes time to make sure patient understands all options!

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February 28, 2024

5.0

I have had to see Dr Nixon a few times this last year or so and he's always been able to see the problem right away

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Professional friendly I was taken early, which is unheard of Dr. Nixon knew exactly what was wrong with me, and two seconds gave me a Cortizone shot. I feel better already. Leaving to make an next appointment again professional quick and easy that's how I like it.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

He is the best

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Does his job with amazing skill I'm not having any issues with the work he did I'm healing very well and fast

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable, calm and kind.

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Nixon is intelligent and kind. He helps me with my problems every time I visit. He explains what is happening very patiently. He is an excellent physician.

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Excellent care. Full explanation.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

I feel he took all the time I needed and was interested in me and my injury., I know what I can, and cannot do

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February 08, 2024

5.0

I can tell he has been in practice for many years and my son had a lot of questions he took a lot of time to explain the process and how many more weeks still needed until he get back to normal

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February 07, 2024

5.0

10x cent

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Great Doctor

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Dr Nixon recommended the best treatment for me at the time

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February 06, 2024

5.0

He is the best.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Very informative and pleasant to work with.

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February 02, 2024

5.0

His knowledge and professionalism

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February 01, 2024

5.0

I would have way too much pain in my arm without his treatment.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

He's always been great!

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January 31, 2024

5.0

He is patient and thorough

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Very nice Doctor

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January 23, 2024

5.0

I am confident in his excellent treatment

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor, exceptional bedside manner

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Very thorough and smart.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Very informative and direct. A straight-shooter. He seems like a doctor I can trust.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Dr Nixon is spot on professional, and cares about his patients. He is very thorough, and explains everything you need to know.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

He is friendly and answers all questions.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Great listener, thorough, effective and takes care of my problems

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January 15, 2024

5.0

He was patient and took me early. He advised how my shoulder changes as we age.

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January 14, 2024

5.0

Dr Nixon is terrific. Explains issues in plain English.

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January 12, 2024

5.0

Skilled and friendly.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Candid. Makes sense when asked questions.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

He answered our questions, was quick but we still felt he gave us his full attention.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

He was very nice and explained the issue i was having after xrays.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

He answered all my questions, and was generally interested in what happened to me, and explain things very well

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January 09, 2024

5.0

I really like his honesty and no-nonsense approach to caring for his patients. He is pleasant, caring, and conservative.

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January 05, 2024

5.0

He has been our ortho doc for 20 years. Three surgeries total on our family which were all very successful

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January 03, 2024

5.0

I didn't feel like Dr. Nixon was rushing through the appointment. He took time and explained all plan options thoroughly and answered my questions.

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December 27, 2023

5.0

His professional way of explaining in a way I can understand.

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December 27, 2023

5.0

He answers all of my questions.

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December 24, 2023

5.0

Highly recommend

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Answered all questions to my satisfaction. I felt comfortable with his explanations and confident that I had had the best care.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and took the time to answer my questions

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Pleasant manner. He listens to questions and concerns and answers politely not arrogantly.

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December 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Nixon was very competent and reassuring. He did wonders for my knee several years ago after the displaced kneecap. This time he made my knee feel much better and explained in detail what the situation was.

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December 15, 2023

5.0

The Dr. Nixon was very helpful in getting my leg set asap and very helpful.

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December 15, 2023

5.0

He took care of my problem that had bothering me since I fell 3 months ago.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Takes the time to explain the diagnosis and prognosis.

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December 09, 2023

5.0

Dr. Nixon listened, did an examination, explained in clear language what his opinion was on the condition, and also explained the treatment options, again in clear straight forward language.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Straight talking. No fluff. Listening

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December 07, 2023

5.0

He listens and gives practical solutions. He is very thorough and I believe that he truly cares for his patients.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Provides excellent treatment for my shoulder pain

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Same as above. He explained everything to me and answered all of my questions.

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Did great work on my shoulder a few years ago and now great work on my knee

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Dr. Nixon took care of my broken foot 25 years ago. My husband and my son also have gone to Dr. Nixon. He's operated on both of them. We trust him very much. He explains whats going on. He listens to you.

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November 30, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring. Very professional. Instills confidence.

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November 29, 2023

5.0

He answered all my questions until I was comfortable with a treatment plan.

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November 29, 2023

5.0

Very good doctor. He knows his job. Thank you for help

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November 29, 2023

5.0

Straight forward,answers

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November 28, 2023

5.0

Jamie, the RN was very helpful and listened as well as Dr. Nixon

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November 27, 2023

5.0

He exploring to me. Was thorough and walked me through next steps. Really liked him.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Quality of healthcare provided.

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November 21, 2023

5.0

He has done 4-5 surgeries and I always come out happy.

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November 21, 2023

5.0

very professional. explained my knee pain.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

He is not one to jump into surgery, knowledgeable with good outcomes.

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November 16, 2023

5.0

He is a very professional doctor

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Robert T. Nixon Jr, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

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