I find it very important to treat patients as people first by welcoming them to my practice and trying to help them remember that they are an individual who happens to have a neurologic problem — not just a patient with a disease. It is very important to address each patient’s medical concerns, but I want to make sure that I understand how these concerns affect their lives so we can work together to manage each problem holistically.

Matthew L. Baer, MD, PhD
Neurology
Practices In:
Elgin, Schaumburg
Patients Seen:
Ages 18+
Board Certifications
Neurology, American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Languages
English
Clinical Interests
My specific interests are in neuromuscular medicine (including muscle diseases, neuropathies, and neuromuscular junction disorders), neuroophthalmology, neuroimmunology (e.g. Multiple Sclerosis), and headaches.
Personal Interests
I love to go on long walks and admire urban architecture. I enjoy cooking and sharing meals with friends. I dabble in photography, which helps make my urban wanderings more intentional. And I have been enjoying reading in my spare time.
School
Virginia Commonwealth University
Graduation Date:
2018
Degree:
MD PhD
Residency
Barnes Jewish Hospital, Washington University
Resident in Neurology
Fellowships
Washington University
Neuromuscular Medicine and Electrodiagnostic Medicine
Procedures
Botox for Migraines, Botox for Movement Disorder, EMG/NCV Testing, Lumbar Puncture, Trigger Point Injection
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