Dr. Rafath U. Baig

4.8 ( 38 reviews )

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Office Hours
  • Monday 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Tuesday 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Wednesday 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Thursday 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Friday 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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    Ratings for Dr. Rafath U. Baig

    5
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    Dr. Baig is exceptional surgeon. My experience from the moment I met his staff through the surgery and post care was beyond my expectations. Dr. Baig gave me my life back. Many thanks to him and his staff.

    Submitted April 21, 2024

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    I recently had disc replacement surgery with Dr. Baig, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Before the surgery, I was experiencing pain in my neck and shoulders, as well as numbness in both arms. I also had limited movement in my neck. Dr. Baig was able to diagnose the problem and reccomend the best course of action. The surgery went smoothly, and within a few days, I noticed a significant improvement in my mobility. I was able to move my neckwithout any pain or discomfort. Dr. Baigs expertise and confidence made me feel at ease throughout the entire process. It's been four months since my surgery, and I'm doing great. I can do things I never thought were possible before. I'm so greatful to Dr Baig and his team for their exceptional care. I highly reccomend Dr. Baig to anyone in need of disc replacement surgery.

    Submitted June 27, 2023

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    I cannot say enough positive things about Dr. Baig. Not only was he the only surgeon that I could find within driving distance that does disk replacements but he took the time to get to know me and my situation. I am an active 39 year old woman who competes in jiu-jitsu and was dealing with a sever case of degenerative disk disease. I was told by other spine doctors that a spinal fusion was the only option left for me. I did not like that answer and found out about disk replacement. Through that search I found Dr. Baig, and I am so glad I did. He did not just jump into a disk replacement, we worked through some non-evasive ideas first to make sure we knew exactly where my pain was coming from before he approved me for a disk replacement. He was always upfront and honest. It's been 7 weeks after my disk replacement surgery and I feel great. I knew a spinal fusion was the backup plan if something didn't go right but Dr. Baig didn't give up and made my disk replacement happen. I can't wait to fully recover and try out my new back!

    Submitted April 5, 2023

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    Very creative and patient centered. Completely changed my trajectory for my spinal fractures. Great office. I highly recommend this practice.

    Submitted Jan. 9, 2023

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    Dr. Baig was excellent as a surgeon and clearly approachable and kind in the after care. They are busy folk and stick to the business at hand. Small talk is kind of rare. They are all business since they are so busy.

    Submitted Dec. 5, 2022

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    First let me say I wish I had met Dr Baig years ago.
    I’ve had chronic lower back pain and sciatica down my left leg off and on for years. The older I got it became more frequent and symptoms lingered for weeks instead of days. I suffered for almost a month, after injections twice, I received no relief. I had a friend who had back surgery a few years ago, and upon asking him, he said Dr Baig had performed his surgery and he highly recommended him, so I made an appointment for an evaluation. I followed up with the pain clinic and they informed me that Dr Baig is where they refer their patients to.
    Dr Baig was very precise as what I needed to have done and was positive that it would give me long term relief. Dr Baig and his staff are outstanding and show genuine care about your health and are extremely willing to answer any questions and concerns you might have. Not only is Dr Baig a highly skilled surgeon he is a good guy and fun to talk too.
    Two months after surgery I feel great and no pain. Thanks Dr Baig!
    Jerry M

    Submitted Nov. 22, 2022

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    Dr. Baig and his staff are outstanding! The office staff are pleasant and helpful. Dr. Baig is a highly skilled, extremely intelligent surgeon along with having a good sense of humor. He gives a thorough outline of the surgical procedure and answers all your questions. He performed an ALIF with posterior fusion on my L5-S1 vertabrae. After surgery the years of nagging back pain and leg pain were gone. I forever thankful and grateful to Dr. Baig for giving me my active life back at 69! I highly recommend him!

    Submitted Nov. 4, 2022

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    I am 6 weeks post cervical surgery. Disc replacement and fusion of C4-C7. I was in constant pain every day, loosing strength and just overall miserable. After another Surgeon completely ghosted me, I found Dr Baig. This was the best thing that could have ever happened. He relieved all of my pain and I have not felt this good in tears.

    Submitted Nov. 4, 2022

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    Doctor Baig dramatically improved the quality of life for my dad Chuck. His neck hasn’t been straight his whole life. He was struggling with pain and had bad balance. Dr Baig took the time to meet with us and answer our questions. Then he did a fantastic job operating on him. My dad is 85 so we were very worried about spinal surgery. I’m so glad we found this clinic and Dr Baig!

    Submitted Oct. 27, 2022

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    my back had been hurting for years, i had the shots numerous time but they never lasted.....Dr Baig surgery on my back 7 weeks ago and i do not have the pain any more. I would give him 7 stars

    Submitted Oct. 3, 2022


    Dr. Rafath U. Baig's Credentials

    Accepting New Patients

    Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients

    Biography

    Dr. Rafath Baig was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He was brought up in a family held together by Old World values. Hard work, integrity and compassion have guided his journey as a healer and spine surgeon. His bedside manner is characterized by a humble candor and humor, but in the operating room, he is well known by the surgical team for his laser focus and exacting nature. Many of his patients come to him crippled by chronic pain, forced into dependency on narcotic pain medications. His most fulfilling moments are derived from using his surgical skills to break the shackles of chronic pain and free his patients from chemical dependency. Dr. Baig has subspecialty training and rigorous experience in complex spine injury and disease. His intense dedication to his patients coupled with his expertise allow him to take on surgical challenges that many other spine surgeons decline and to achieve outcomes that transform the lives of his patients.

    Education

    • Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine (Grad. 2003)

    Areas of Expertise

    • Microscopic Discectomy
    • Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
    • Cervical Disc Replacement Surgery
    • Back and Neck Injuries
    • Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
    • Cervical Disc Replacement
    • Disc replacement surgery
    • Artificial Disc Replacement
    • Acute/chronic mid and lower back pain
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
    • Cervical spondylosis
    • Back & Spine Care
    • Cervical Spinal Stenosis
    • Back Pain, Back Injuries, Spine Surgery
    • Back Problems, Spine Problems, Back Pain And More
    • Back Pain, Neck Problems, Neck Pain And More
    • Arthritis, Neck Pain, Back Pain And More
    • Cervical endoscopic discectomy
    • Endoscopic and Arthroscopic Surgery
    • Back Pain, Spine Problems, Back Problems And More
    • Back Pain/Pain In Spine
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy (Scatica)
    • Artificial Cervical Disc Replacement
    • Minimal Incision Surgery (mis)
    • Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF)
    • Back Pain & Neck Pain Conditions
    • Cervical and Lumbar Disc Replacement
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Endoscopic Anterior Discectomy
    • Lumbar/Cervical Disc Replacement
    • Disc Related Pain & Symptoms (Bulging/Herniation)
    • Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)
    • Back and Muscle Pain
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Bulging Disc Treatment
    • Artificial Disc Replacements (Cervical/Lumbar)
    • Bulging Discs
    • Acute & Chronic Back Pain
    • Acute & Chronic Neck/ Cervical Pain
    • Back And Neck Spine
    • Back, Neck and Spinal pain
    • Back
    • Endoscopic
    • Anatomy of the Spine
    • Benefits of spine surgery
    • Disc Replacement
    • XLIF (lateral lumbar interbody fusion)
    • Back Injuries
    • Disc Herniation And Bulging Disc
    • Spondylolisthesis

    Insurance accepted by this Doctor

    Other patients have successfully used these insurance providers, please call the Doctor's office to find out if your insurance plan is accepted.
    Banner Health
    Blue Cross / Blue Shield
    • Blue Advantage
    • Blue Cross And Blue Shield POS
    Cigna
    • Cigna Open Access
    • Cigna PPO
    • Cigna POS
    • Cigna Open Access Plus
    Humana
    • Humana Gold Plus
    • Humana PPO
    Medicare
    • Medicare Replacement (Humana Replacement)
    • UHC-Secure Horizons Retiree
    • UHC- Sharp Secure Horizons
    MultiPlan
    • MultiPlan PHCS
    Optum
    Personal Injury Protection (PIP)
    Phcs
    Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
    • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS) PPO
    • Private Health Care Systems (PHCS) Workers Compensation
    TRICARE
    • TRICARE Prime
    UnitedHealthcare
    • UnitedHealthcare AARP Medicare Advantage
    • UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
    • UnitedHealthcare Commercial PPO
    • UnitedHealthcare Commercial HMO
    Unitedhealth Group
    Workers Comp