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Wajeeh Bakhsh, MD

Wajeeh Bakhsh, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
Hindi, Urdu, English

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Munster, IN 46321

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Crown Point, IN 46307

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About Me

Education

Medical School:
Washington University School Of Medicine

Residency:
University of Rochester Medical Center Orthopedic Surgery Residency

Fellowship:
Northwestern Center for Orthopaedics

Board Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

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Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • BCBS IL
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cigna HealthSpring
  • Cofinity
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Corvel
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Encore Health Network
  • Franciscan PHO Northern Indiana, LLC.
  • Healthcare Finest Network
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • Medicaid IL
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Preferred Network Access
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Provider Ratings

4.6 out of 5

(150 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

82 Reviews

11/21/2025

It was a beautiful sunny day it was so many beautiful clouds in the sky, I was talking to a childhood friend I ran into, and as i was looking at them Iwe were eye leveled, and then I saw the sky. My friend said what's wrong because tears start rolling down my face. That's when I had realized, I was standing up! Standing straight, standing and talking! I'm telling you the Sky never looked so beautiful to me in my life, until that moment ✨️ Dr. Bakhsh,you are my saving grace, and I will forever be grateful for, may the heavenly sky's keep guiding you to fix and change, people lives, just like you did for mine. My life is anew because of Dr.Bakhsh, I just can't say thank you enough for what he's done for me, how he has improved my life. I couldn't stand up straight, I was in terrible pain every single day, couldn't do my daily needs, especially cooking and cleaning, I have missed out on so many important things, because of my Back pain. I not only had back pain I walked bent over for years! Which was embarrassing to me, when I would see family and friends. Now I cook standing up!

11/21/2025

Took his time, explained options

11/20/2025

A very good for explaining what is going on with me neck and how we are going to percede.

11/20/2025

Dr. Bakhsh is a great doctor takes time to listen. Explain things to you makes you feel good when you walk out of the office. I recommend him to everyone. I could find that needs a back surgery. Best surgeon I ever come across.

11/18/2025

Sincere care and compassion. Listening and asking related questions to further my care.

11/12/2025

He was professional, respectful and friendly.

11/11/2025

Very capable direct prognosis

11/06/2025

seems very knowledgeable

11/06/2025

Dr BAKHSH has been very good about getting my pain under control he is a very pleasant DR has a good bed side manner

11/05/2025

I appreciated the attention he gave me and he offered good advice for my situation.

11/05/2025

By the way he was prepared for my visit I knewHe had reviewed my mri and ct and knew I needed additional x-rays for my condition. He knew what movement He had to see to help determine the extent of my injury and pain. He seemed like a very knowledgeable and caring doctor

11/05/2025

I am confident that he is a fine physician/surgeon; however, we do not seem to have excellent rapport.

10/29/2025

Very nice and competent Dr.

10/28/2025

Felt interaction was professional without being overwhelming...good eye contact, explanation of my medical condition clear,responsive to my questions

10/27/2025

Not a lengthy visit, but a pleasant man easy to understand.

10/23/2025

Caring guy

10/09/2025

Felt very comfortable with him

10/08/2025

Took time to talk about my situation

10/07/2025

knows his job and staff, was great

09/25/2025

Very good at listening and explaining.

09/16/2025

I just mentioned why.

09/16/2025

Very understanding and also made information easy for me to understand. Made me very confident in my diagnosis and treatment.

08/29/2025

he is very thorough very pleasant

08/26/2025

He is a good doctor

08/26/2025

He is the best doctor in his field. He has changed my life! I haven't stood straight in about 3 years, I just can't believe it. I fill so wonderful thanks to Dr. BAKHSH.

08/25/2025

He didn't have a great personality. He was very short, not even 5 minutes. Between waiting almost a month in a half with terrible pain to get tests done, I have never had to go with that much pain for that long. After giving me steroids and muscle relaxers that did nothing, he then had me get an injection, which finally took care of the pain. I was so bad, I took some of my old pain pills to get me thru the rough times. I feel he didn't understand my pain.

08/24/2025

MA with incorrect info about me, Dr seemed distracted

08/22/2025

very good, perceptive doctor

08/19/2025

He really explained everything in detail. Very nice person and very knowledgeable

08/19/2025

he really cares. and his staff also answer any messages you send them with compassion

08/15/2025

Great doctor great bedside manners precise give you all the information when you walk out of there you’re fully informed of what’s gonna happen

08/14/2025

Answered all questions, did not feel rushed. Very pleasant bedside manner and comforting.

08/13/2025

He listened to your concerns, and he doesn't rush you. He answers your concerns clearly. He pays attention to what you are saying. He lets you know that he looks at your X-ray, and what he thinks about it.

08/07/2025

Very easy to talk talk to.

08/06/2025

Very complete and professional

08/05/2025

The Dr explained to me in a way I could understand

08/04/2025

Trusted and very professional. My insurance company denied my procedure. He was able to speak with my provider and had the surgery approved. The procedure went on as scheduled.

08/02/2025

he did nothing to address my issue. i left their clueless

07/29/2025

The doctor knows his stuff, explaining clearly, pros & cons. Greatly appreciated him giving me his time and expertise.

07/29/2025

Definitely truthful and intelligent Kind and considerate Definitely wants to do everything he can to help his patients.

07/29/2025

he got to the point gave me all my information

07/27/2025

There was no communication with him at all. I'm giving him 1 more chance.

07/24/2025

It was very nice and very thorough answer my questions well

07/22/2025

Friendly took time explain process of the surgery.

07/16/2025

Wonderful doctor...who listens!!!

07/16/2025

He's always truthful and up front about my surgery.

07/06/2025

Dr. Banish is very patient and personal with you and most doctors are not like that these days, they’re always rushing to get to the next patient. He comes in the and sits down and talks to you about what’s going on with you and how you are feeling, he then puts a plan together to move forward to get your body healed and feeling better.

07/02/2025

Nice people

07/01/2025

Dr. Bakhsh is very knowable in his field of medicine.

06/20/2025

He solved my problem.

06/10/2025

Very professional and explained what as the reason for my issues and how to help me

06/09/2025

He explain everything so well I'm hoping after the surgery make him my in town doctor

06/08/2025

Outstanding doctor, very patient friendly.

06/05/2025

He was very knowledgeable a d easy to talk to.

05/31/2025

Knowledgeable, listened, explained well and answered all my questions

05/19/2025

He has a very caring Manet about him,and explains things well.

05/17/2025

he was pleasant and real explain thing well

05/15/2025

He explains what he's going to do an I'm ready to get my life back an I thank him for this coming up surgery! If I could I'd kiss him on the cheek for giving my life back I can't wait to do physical therapy an get this weight off when I'm able to move better etc thank to his ma nurse to she's a doll face thx everyone hugs

05/12/2025

He seem to already have an idea of what was wrong with my back. He seem to have a plan of treatment before he even met me.

05/07/2025

He is very easy to talk to and explains things thoroughly.

05/02/2025

He was very thorough and took time to answer questions as well as address any concerns.

05/01/2025

Didn't seem that interested in my symptoms. Wasn't informed of the series of tests and analyses leading to the referral to his office.

04/23/2025

He was professional

04/09/2025

Personable, caring, makes it clear going forward

03/26/2025

Wasn't a bad doctor, just didn't listen to all of my concerns and because I've been in so much pain for so long and my regular doctor watched me waste away, I didn't get go voice everything in my 10 minute appointment nor did he ask to see me stand barefoot.

03/20/2025

The doctor is the best He answered all my questions and concerns It took time to explain thank you he was awesome

03/20/2025

He exhibited many of the characteristics I mentioned above. Thank you.

03/12/2025

He seemed to care.

03/12/2025

First visit..he was great. Very nice and good information about myself.

03/09/2025

good service

03/04/2025

He was responsive to my needs, and had access to my previous surgeries.

02/24/2025

He was very professional and friendly. He provided great service for my injury. The office was clean and his staff was very friendly and helpful.

02/21/2025

He listens

02/20/2025

He was very nice and explained everything

02/18/2025

Franciscan, From my experience, unlike other medical centers, Franciscan staff, nurses, doctors generate patient confidence and possess a true concern, and dedication for the patient's welfare - my wellness. Please accept my gratitude. [Patient's Name]

02/04/2025

Dr Bakhsh is a sports medicine physician Who is a specialist in orthopedic injuries

01/30/2025

Already recommended him to 2 people. Great guy!

01/18/2025

I greatly enjoyed my initial consultation with Dr Wajeeh. He was very straightforward and took his time with the questions I had. Dr Wajeeh definitely put my mind at ease and made me feel more confident with surgery.

01/16/2025

Again he will listen to you and not just brush you off. He has helped me so far

01/01/2025

Seems very knowledgeable and took the time to answer all my questions that I had.

12/17/2024

Dr Bakhsh was very kind and explained all my medical questions. I trust im on the right path to getting well.

12/17/2024

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