Wajeeh Bakhsh, MD

Wajeeh Bakhsh, MD

Clinical Areas: Orthopedics
Specialties: Orthopedic Surgery
219-861-8161
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Languages Spoken
English, Hindi, Urdu

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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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  • 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
  • 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

4.5 out of 5

(181 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.

86 Reviews

10/03/2026

Dr. Bakhsh made me feel so comfortable with my results and plans for surgery. Very confident doctor.

09/30/2026

Had 2 back surgery. He seems to care.

09/24/2026

Doctor was late - but that happens. I missed my tee time. He came up with a plan to move forward that seems good to me. He tried to find nearby PT facility and for further testing.

09/22/2026

Kind, friendly listens to you. Takes time to explain test results. Also gives you options. I like that.

09/22/2026

He was very knowledgeable about what was going on. He gave me answers right away,

09/18/2026

Very calming disposition, I was very nervous and the morning of surgery he said everything will be ok!!

09/17/2026

He has helped me out treats you well and listens

09/15/2026

Very kind and knowledgeable.

09/11/2026

Dr. Bakhsh, cares about his patients, very explanatory about my back problems and what needs to be done.

09/01/2026

Well qualified professional and he explained things well.

08/31/2026

He was in a hurry and didn't let me explain what happened to me!

08/28/2026

Excellent Doctor

08/27/2026

Very nice and pleasant to talk with. He genuinely cares and looks for ways to help you. And explains everything.

08/18/2026

He knows his stuff and explains everything in meaningful terms.

08/17/2026

I felt his report did not coincide with my visit

08/11/2026

Dr Bakhsh is very patient and attentive to the elderly patients

08/10/2026

He didn't explain anything to me. Just wanted me to get an injection for my pain.

08/10/2026

Very knowledgeable and professional - explained in detail what my problem was and what the best solution would be in rectifying my problem /answered all of my questions!

08/05/2026

Diagnosed me after years of seeing other Drs about my problem and now have a way to deal with the pain.

08/03/2026

Very nice and easy to talk to.

07/21/2026

As I stated above, he knows his craft. I was always partial to I neurosurgeons, never thought I'd go to an orthopedic surgeon, but I'd recommend him without a second thought

07/16/2026

He explained all procedures to you clearly

07/11/2026

Communication style; interest in and consideration for my circumstances

07/10/2026

Explained things and answered my questions

07/07/2026

Very courteous

07/04/2026

Very pleasant and professional. Answered all of our concerns and went into detail.

06/27/2026

Understanding friendly

06/25/2026

Dr Bakhsh was so Nice and explained things. He shook my hand and introduced himself which was awesome. I've been to some Dr that act like you are waisting their time. Dr Bakhsh sat down and talked to me not down at me. I left very pleased with my appointment. Actually felt like I was going to get Results!

06/24/2026

Very good bedside manner and easy to talk to and understand

06/19/2026

Good service

06/13/2026

He is wonderful ❤️ confident, and very handsome! I could not have my surgery with anyone else.

06/02/2026

It was nice to talk to him

05/19/2026

Kind listened felt heard

05/18/2026

Very short appointments...very abrupt.

05/17/2026

Dr. was very professional, considerate, caring, and spent the time explaining my situation.

05/07/2026

Takes questions about treatment and problems seriously

05/06/2026

Bakhsh and his staff provide outstanding patient care. They are all knowledgeable and patient orientated.

05/04/2026

Good and informative Dr

04/30/2026

He’s friendly and thorough

04/28/2026

He is very good at listening and suggesting solutions for my pain, very easy to talk to and understand!

04/08/2026

He seems to be very knowledgeable and takes the time to listen to your needs

04/07/2026

He is amazing!

04/03/2026

Explained everything so you can understand what you are about to go through

03/26/2026

I really liked his no nonsense, straightforward approach. I don't want to be petted, I want the information and a path forward. He told me what i needed to know and i was in and out.

03/24/2026

He delivers good and bad news very well.

03/17/2026

He listened to my concerns, showed compassion as well as addressed any questions or inquiries I had regarding my problems.

03/16/2026

Very caring

03/16/2026

Gives clear information. Good manners.

03/13/2026

Excellent communicator Gets straight to the point. Offers options Uses words you can understand.explains risks and outcomes

03/03/2026

Was very surprised how kind he was

02/27/2026

Very pleasant and answered questions that I asked.

02/24/2026

Dr. Bakhsh answered questions patiently, and thoroughly explained the clinical plan going forward w/ rationale.

02/23/2026

He did a very good job other my mother’s surgery.

02/23/2026

Doctor friendly and gave appropriate advice.

02/22/2026

One of the best doctors I e had for my back issues. He explained everything unlike some of the previous doctors I’ve seen and consulted with. Great care both before and after surgery. I liked him so well I’ve already recommended him to friends.

02/17/2026

Listened to my concern and ailments and explained what he thought until an MRI is done so he can further what needs done

02/17/2026

Compassionate and caring, as well as great bedside manner

02/13/2026

Very understanding about my health problem.

02/12/2026

Dr was very nice. Explained everything and answered all questions

02/10/2026

Looking for pain relief after falling down a flight of stairs. Damage ? to a previous surgery on my spine. finding answers.

02/05/2026

Very nice dr

02/05/2026

Had a good bedside manner. Seemed to be kind and sympathetic.

02/05/2026

Answers all questions

02/05/2026

Dr. Bakhsh help me get my life back, walking with no pain running and Golfing again Thank you

01/13/2026

He knows what he is talking about also very polite and explains all the details

01/07/2026

He and his staff went above and beyond to get me the right help when I so desperately needed it.

01/01/2026

He is fresh in his training and I did not have to repeat or try to explain my referral as I usually have issues explaining. He listened and was also informative when I asked him a separate spinal question unrelated to the visits issue.

12/19/2025

Very knowledgeable and professional

12/17/2025

Int husband and I both seen him and didn’t like how he only spent 5 minutes with us and again didn’t bring anything in to show us the results of the X-rays he Don both of us

12/16/2025

Dr. Bakhsh is polite and cordial. He didn't ask me a lot of questions. I have noticed with some other physicians that the patient has to do most of the talking. Not a lot of questions are asked by the physicians.

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
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