Dr. Arthur Itkin, MD, Palos Heights, IL

About Dr. Arthur Itkin

Dr. Arthur Itkin has practiced neurology in the Chicago area since 1994, both as a partner in a private practice group and as a faculty attending physician at Christ Hospital Oak Lawn and Little Company of Mary Hospital. He is one of Chicago’s leading experts on multiple sclerosis treatment, neurologic Botox injections, and headache management. Dr. Itkin earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Chicago, completed his internship at Northwestern University, and finished his residency in neurology at the University of Chicago. He further specialized with a fellowship in Clinical Electrophysiology and Neuromuscular Disorders at Loyola University Chicago. He built one of the largest comprehensive multiple sclerosis centers in Illinois. The Neurologic Associates, a National MS Society certified comprehensive MS center, is one of the oldest in Chicagoland. The Neurologic Associates manages all aspects of clinical care for over 1,000 patients and is a leading referral center for multiple sclerosis in the region. Dr. Itkin has participated in numerous national and international presentations on clinical aspects of multiple sclerosis and is a leader in clinical MS education for training physicians and patients. He serves on national and international speaker bureaus for biopharmaceutical companies and acts as an advisor on multiple sclerosis, having presented extensively for over 20 years. He remains actively involved in academic activities, including teaching and lecturing to neurology residents and medical students.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Chronic Non-Alzheimer's dementia

Multiple sclerosis

Seizures and epilepsy

Lower back pain

Parkinson's disease

Migraine and chronic headache

Chronic Non-Alzheimer's dementia

Multiple sclerosis

Seizures and epilepsy

Lower back pain

Office location

Neurologic and Headache Clinic

7600 W College Dr, Ste 5, Palos Heights, IL 60463

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Education and background

Practice names

Neurologic and Headache Clinic

Board certifications

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

Medical School - University of Chicago, Doctor of Medicine
Northwestern University (Internship)
University of Chicago, Residency in Neurology
Loyola University Chicago, Fellowship in Clinical Electrophysiology and Neuromuscular Disorders
University of California (Bachelor's)
Northwestern University, Master's in Business Administration

Professional memberships

Dr. Arthur Itkin is Board certified by American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor
A. Itkin, M. Fisher: “Vrms/T Quantitation Usefulness in Patients with Neuropathies. Muscle and Nerve 1995; 18: 1398.
Stroke-Study-Janssen Research -Lubeluzole: Effects of Intravenous Therapy in Subjects with Acute Ischemic Stroke, a Placebo-Controlled, double-blind, randomized multi-center trial. April 1995-March 1996.
Stroke Study-Janssen Research-, Janssen Protocol LUB_INT 13 “Lubeluzole in Acute Ischemic Stroke Treatment. A double-blind study with an 8-hour inclusion window, comparing 10 mg daily dose of Lubeluzole with Placebo.” June 1996- March 1998.

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1184634974

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What practice does Dr. Arthur Itkin work with?

Dr. Arthur Itkin works with Neurologic and Headache Clinic.

Where is Dr. Arthur Itkin's office located?

Dr. Arthur Itkin's office is located at 7600 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL 60463.

Which board certifications does Dr. Arthur Itkin have?

Dr. Arthur Itkin is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Arthur Itkin?

Dr. Arthur Itkin frequently sees patients for Headache, Migraine, Movement Issues, Neurology Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Arthur Itkin on their profile.