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Matthew L. Baer, MD, PhD

Neurology

4.6
179 Ratings
Practices In: Elgin, Schaumburg
Patients Seen: Ages 18+

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.

Care Team

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Rachael Benson, PA-C

Neurology
4.9

Practices In:

Aurora Elgin Schaumburg

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Locations

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Elgin

750 Fletcher Drive

Suite 204

Elgin, Illinois 60123

847-931-4626

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Schaumburg

1325 N. Meacham Road

Schaumburg, Illinois 60173

847-931-4626

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Care Team

Need an appointment sooner? While your primary care provider or specialist are the anchor of your care team, their advanced practice providers and physician partners are available to provide care when you need it.

Rachael Benson, PA-C

Neurology
4.9

Practices In:

Aurora Elgin Schaumburg

Schedule Online
General Info
Board Certifications
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine
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.

Education
Editorial
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

Provider's Contributions

Can Using the Internet Reduce Your Risk of Dementia? Lifestyle & Wellness March 2024
Does Sudoku Actually Keep Your Brain Young? Behavioral & Mental Health, Lifestyle & Wellness, Senior's Health September 2023

Clinical Expertise

Procedures

Botox for Migraines, Botox for Movement Disorder, EMG/NCV Testing, Lumbar Puncture, Trigger Point Injection

Ratings

Ratings Category

The Patient Satisfaction Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.6

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.5
177 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.6
177 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.6
179 Ratings

Provider included you in decisions

4.6
172 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.6
179 Ratings

Comments

Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.
"Dr apologized a few times for being late. I appreciated It. I understand that there are different reasons of why a doctor can be late to his next appointment. I am very understanding of it. I appreciate when on time, but totally understand when there are times when the doctor arrives late. Not a problem."
5
May. 25, 2025
"SATISFIED"
5
May. 23, 2025
"Hayden and Dr. Baer were excellent at answering questions and providing care."
5
May. 22, 2025
"Worthwhile visit"
4.2
May. 22, 2025
"It was a good experience"
5
May. 18, 2025
"I thought Dr. Baer was very attentive and caring. He listened and made me a part of the discussion about next steps."
5
May. 15, 2025
"Very thorough examination and attentive to my explanation of symptoms and questions"
5
Apr. 30, 2025
"Dr. Baer has a great mix of work ethic as well as making you feel at ease while working with you on the next best step to take."
5
Apr. 30, 2025
"Very prompt appointment. He thoroughly explained my MRI and headache treatment options. He was patient with my questions and showed genuine concern for my issues. I felt listened to and understood."
5
Apr. 29, 2025
"He was thorough, careful, and unbiased. This was a second opinion visit and I am glad I went to him."
4.6
Apr. 27, 2025
"Dr, Baer gave excellent assessment of medical condition, listened to concerns, answered questions in very detailed manner. He had very good manner in keeping my husband on topic of conversation, and answered all concerns that were expressed. I think Dr. Baer is excellent."
5
Apr. 12, 2025
"Excellent"
5
Apr. 6, 2025
"Dr. Baer is by far, one of my favorite doctors. He is thoughtful, kind and takes the time to listen to you. He does not rush through the visit and really treats you like a human and not just someone who is sick."
5
Mar. 12, 2025
"Dr. Baer was a very knowledgeable and compassionate!"
5
Mar. 12, 2025
"Excellent practice"
5
Feb. 27, 2025
"Dr. Baer was wonderful. I was highly impressed."
5
Feb. 24, 2025
"Had a great experience with this doctor"
5
Feb. 7, 2025
"Good experience."
5
Feb. 3, 2025
"Doctor dismissed or I should say didn't address 2 issues that I told him that I felt were important and serious. He didn't make me feel comfortable with pressing him on these issues. He made me feel like he didn't care about what I had to say"
2
Jan. 18, 2025
"I was very impressed with Dr. Baer. He is extremely knowledgeable about my condition and was very reassuring."
5
Jan. 11, 2025
"Dr. Baer was excellent. First time meeting him. He was extremely knowledgeable and informative. Demonstrated genuine concern about my neuropathy. Unlike other Drs, Dr Baer knew steps to take forward. Extremely impressed by Dr. Baer and grateful to have been referred to him."
5
Jan. 2, 2025
"So grateful to be seeing Dr. Baer. He's helped tremendously."
5
Dec. 14, 2024
"Absolutely fantastic visit and Dr Baer is fantastic!"
5
Dec. 5, 2024
"He explained things clearly or repeated until I understood."
5
Nov. 30, 2024
"Great experience. Doctor was articulate and professional."
5
Nov. 25, 2024
"Dr. Baer really seemed interested in getting to the root cause of my condition. He even questioned why I was taking certain medications, and if conditions warrant, suggested a possible change. His examination was thorough. His notes were clear and he outlined an understandable plan for next steps. My first impression left me feeling that he is going to be a good partner in my post stroke medical journey."
5
Nov. 23, 2024
"Was outstanding in explaining my disease and how and why it was being treated."
5
Nov. 22, 2024
"Highly recommend Dr Matthew Baer! Very helpful, concerned! Most important he listened to the patient caregiver!!!"
5
Nov. 15, 2024
"Very good experience"
5
Nov. 14, 2024
"Dr Baer is outstanding. I has a personal situation happening in my life and took the time to listen. It meant the world to me."
5
Oct. 30, 2024
"Dr Matthew Baer was professional and easy to talk with. He took the time to listen to my health concerns and to provide prudent advice."
5
Oct. 22, 2024
"Dr Baer is very reassuring and explains thing in an easy to understand manner. He is professional with his knowledge yet personal in his delivery. I think he is a great Dr. Very happy he is helping me with my memory management issues."
5
Oct. 12, 2024
"Dr. Baer was excellent. Very thorough and listened to my concerns. He examined me and prescribed a medication that immediately helped. I'm so glad I chose him on my chart. He also had helped my daughter and she highly recommended him."
5
Sep. 28, 2024
"Good"
5
Sep. 16, 2024
"Excellent office visit. I felt the doctor and his team put together a plan of action. That was the goal for the visit."
5
Sep. 15, 2024
"Dr. Baer is great!!!"
5
Sep. 8, 2024
"Dr Baer really listened and assisted my concerns."
5
Aug. 6, 2024
"Very happy with the whole experience.."
5
Jul. 28, 2024
"All good -"
5
Jul. 26, 2024
"Dr. Baer is great...love his demeanor, from his personality,listening/attentiveness to his dress code...two thumbs up!!! I enjoyed talking with him and he appears to really care about the person in front of him with his undivided attention...his patient."
5
Jul. 16, 2024
"Dr. Baer is patient, knowledgeable, kind, professional, courteous, and compassionate. He makes sure I understand my health status and plan of care."
5
Jun. 25, 2024
"I found Dr to be compassionate, a good listener and a good communicator -- I feel that he will help me find a solution to my condition that I can live with"
5
Jun. 25, 2024
"I have told many people if they need a neurologist, contact Dr. Baer. He's excellent."
5
Jun. 23, 2024
"Dr. Baer listened carefully to my concerns. He explained my options, and let me decide without coercion. He is affable and easy to talk to. His plan to address my condition is sensible and well-grounded."
5
Jun. 18, 2024
"Dr Baer was so helpful. I feel like I have a great treatment plan moving forward. I feel relieved to know that if my condition continues he will continue to improve the situation quickly. He was sincere, professional, knowledgeable & a great listener."
5
Jun. 18, 2024
"Very pleased"
5
Jun. 16, 2024
"Dr. Baer was wonderful and the first doctor who was confident in taking on my complex case, which was such a relief"
4.8
Jun. 6, 2024
"Dr Barer is very thorough and explained my treatment plan to me"
5
May. 6, 2024
"I have been so comforted and encouraged with the care provided by Dr. Baer and the Team. He listens to me, provides explanations, choices and realistic expectations woven with hope. And the care plan to reduce and minimize my migraines have improved. I recommend him to friends and am very grateful."
5
Apr. 10, 2024
"Dr. Baer was AMAZING. Thoroughly listened to my concerns, took his time, put my mind at ease. Funny and kind."
5
Apr. 10, 2024
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