What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.82
Average wait time
4.76
Bedside manner
4.79
“Dr Bain really cares about his patients. He is passionate about finding solutions to my health issues.”
Lisa R.June 18, 2024Video visit
“Dr. Bain is truly interested in getting to the bottom of my health issues. Follows the facts and results for analysis. Recommends medication only when absolutely necessary and I am willing. I would recommend him and I will continue to work with him.”
Kevin S.February 28, 2024Video visit
About Dr. Alan Bain
IMPORTANT - WE DO NOT SEE PATIENTS IN PERSON. TELEHEALTH ONLY.
My focus is to help those who are suffering with COVID-19, LONG COVID, and other COVID-related injuries.
My strength comes from being curious and real about your needs. At the heart of my approach, I am comprehensive in my thinking through your problem. At times, there will be unforeseeable professional emergency calls. I appreciate your patience.
I earned my Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed my residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Illinois, Chicago.
Although I am located in Illinois (CST), I am licensed to practice in the states of Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Medical School - Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- University of Illinois, Chicago, Residency in Internal Medicine
Professional memberships
- American Osteopathic Association
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1477695286
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.82
Wait time
4.76
Bedside manner
4.79
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4027 reviews
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Dr. Bain is the most compassionate and caring doctor I have ever seen. He cares about my well-being probably more than I do!
February 22, 2023Zach H.Verified patientVideo visit
Knowledgeable, thorough and effective at diagnosis and treatment protocols. Top 1 percent of all physicians I've encountered.
November 5, 2022Paul R.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr Bain is all ears for you. He goes straight to the point and provides you with treatment options that would suit you best.
January 27, 2022Alexandra B.Verified patientVideo visit
Always an informative and pleasant experience. Dr Bain is the ultimate humanitarian and medical care specialist. Thank you.
January 17, 2022Christine D.Verified patientVideo visit
Highly recommend Dr. Bain!
Super friendly and knowledgeable! He wants to help in any way he can and truly gets to know you!
September 11, 2021Sam M.Verified patientVideo visit
Overall excellent experience. Comprehensive, intelligent and intuitive provider. Listens well. Very engaged and responsive.
February 1, 2022Alexandra C.Verified patientVideo visit
I was aware that Dr. Bain sincerely cares about the wellbeing of his patients. He is knowledgeable and communicates clearly.
May 17, 2021Janine D.Verified patientVideo visit
This was my first visit with Dr. Bain. He’s a pro who got right to business! I can’t wait to go over test results with him.
July 31, 2019William H.Verified patient
Amazing Dr!!! So glad I found him, I drive an hour and a half to see him frequently for chronic illness and endocrine issues
December 22, 2018Heather W.Verified patient
He took time to get to know me and better understand my situation to better come up with a plan to help me based on my goals.
More than 1 year agoDavid D.Verified patient
Dr. Bain is a consummate professional who listens and really knows his stuff. I will be going to him for a long time.
February 15, 2023Mitchell T.Verified patientVideo visit
He ran late the first day so I rescheduled for the next day. No wait at all. Quirky but knowledgeable caring and thorough.
More than 1 year agoA Renee W.Verified patient
I love seeing Dr. Bain. He is always willing to work with you and looks into your best interest with an excellent end result.
February 5, 2012Amanda M.Verified patient
I think my medical care is a work in progress sometimes, and we made more progress finding what made changes for the better.
April 26, 2017Jack R.Verified patient
Very dedicated to listening to your symptoms and experiences and drilling down to the root causes of your health concerns.
February 21, 2020Elizabeth J.Verified patient
Dr. Bain has helped me with my extreme lack of energy and got rid of a pain in my back/hip which I have had for over a year.
July 11, 2015Initials hidden
Dr Bain really cares about his patients. He is passionate about finding solutions to my health issues.
June 18, 2024Lisa R.Verified patientVideo visit
Extremely efficient staff and gifted physician who demonstrated with compassion and understanding of my medical situation
June 16, 2021Edwin R.Verified patientVideo visit
Great service, personality, and perspective. Always have a great time with Dr Bain and happy we are able to work together.
August 2, 2020Initials hiddenVideo visit
great first tele visit. everything was clear concise. looking forward to working with Dr. Bain in weeks to come. thanks
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Bain listens to his patients and always tries come up with the best solution. He treats the cause and not the symptom.
February 23, 2017Carlos R.Verified patient
Excellent, professional physician. Very knowledgeable, truly cares, & provides tangible solutions to medical ailments.
February 12, 2022Christen D.Verified patientVideo visit
Was not satisfied. Get ready to spend too much time just waiting for him to fill out a piece of paper because that was it.
July 23, 2015Initials hidden
Dr. Bain is the best provider I’ve seen in decades. He is a true lifesaver and I’m blessed that our paths have crossed.
More than 1 year agoChristopher S.Verified patientVideo visit
Really like him. He listens to me and then gives options. He seems to care about how you are instead of just rushing.
November 5, 2021Cynthia W.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Bain truly cares about the people he is treating. He is perceptive and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him!
More than 1 year agoKatelyn H.Verified patient
Good continuing follow-up meeting, clarifying complex issues and making plan for further progress with difficult problem.
May 31, 2011Jack R.Verified patient
I have been seeing Dr. Bain for 30 years or more and will never see another internist as long as he is practicing.
More than 1 year agoMaryann S.Verified patientVideo visit
Really nice to talk with him, put me at ease for many of my worries. Easy back and forth with him too. Would recommend.
September 6, 2018Nicholas K.Verified patient
Dr. Bain is a godsend. Smart and diligent. Patient-focused. And courageous. He receives my highest recommendation!
September 12, 2022Paul R.Verified patientVideo visit
Everyone there was very courteous and genuine. They went about their business and kept me in the loop at the same time.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very thorough as always. Takes time to listen to me, accepts my input and treats me as more partner than merely patient.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Bain always gets it. No problem is too small. You can tell him anything and he is on it, diagnosing and treating.
March 21, 2013Shirley L.Verified patient
Dr Bain gets it. From his ability to connect to his excellent treatment this physician is medical care exemplified
April 14, 2022Christine D.Verified patientVideo visit
I would highly recommend Dr. Bain to my friends. Dr. Bain responds promptly to any correspondence and/or questions.
April 27, 2021Diane B.Verified patientVideo visit
Appreciate that he's not just trying to treat my symptoms but also trying to find the cause of them and help with that.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
We had a good discussion about my concerns and I was happy with the outcome. Dr. Bain offered very good information.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Dr Bain always takes plenty of time and never rushes through an appointment. He's very thorough and welcomes my input.
October 4, 2014Shirley A L.Verified patient
Dr. Bain is very informative. I always learn something when I see him and it is always pertinent to my overall health.
January 2, 2014Joanne L.Verified patient
Dr. Bain is very friendly and interested in getting to know me. He is honest about what he is and is not an expert in.
July 16, 2019Steven D.Verified patient
This doctor is so extremely professional. you can tell he really cares about each and everyone of his patients.
December 14, 2022Nicole B.Verified patientVideo visit
Love seeing Dr. Bain he is alway professional and willing to listen and recommend who to go see or make recommendation
October 26, 2013Elizabeth M.Verified patient
He was genuinely interested in diagnosing my problem. He was timely, caring, personable, and with good sense of humor.
September 28, 2010Ramazan T.Verified patient
Dr. bain has diagnosed and treated isssues that other doctors who are reputed to be leaders in the field have missed.
December 30, 2012Michael F.Verified patient
Dr. Bain is refreshing. Open minded , to the point, interested , independent thinker and committed to his calling
January 8, 2022Neal G.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr Bain has been my doctor for over 9 years and he’s been a very nice and caring doctor since the first visit.
December 29, 2022Edward D.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Bain really listened to me and asked me questions about my issue. He was thorough, engaged, and very comforting.
March 1, 2014Initials hidden
Very smart doctor, like a detective. Interested on getting to the root of the problem, not just to treat he symptoms.
February 19, 2012Initials hidden
Very good at listening to what the patient has to say and really tries to help find a solution to the health problem.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Wait times are much better than they used to be. He's an interesting personality, but I like him a lot as my doctor.
September 16, 2010Initials hidden
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Dr. Alan Bain works with Chicago Health And Wellness Alliance.
What languages does Dr. Alan Bain speak?
Dr. Alan Bain speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Alan Bain in reviews?
4027 patients have reviewed Dr. Alan Bain. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.82/5. They have a 4.79/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.76/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.