What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.58
Average wait time
4.27
Bedside manner
4.50
“This was my first time visiting this clinic. The front office staff were absolutely amazing! They were all very friendly & professional as well as the male nurse. Everyone had a smile, spoke & made you want to come back for a return visit. The other patients were even friendly lol :-) Dr. Coats was just wonderful! He was professional, knowledgeable, thorough & will make you feel comfortable under his care. Thanks team for making my visit great!! ”
Karen S.February 27, 2026
“I had an enjoyable experience. The staff was friendly and very helpful. The doctor introduced himself and was very welcoming. He listened and prescribed me with the best options for my injury. I would definitely return. ”
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About Dr. Robert Coats II
Dr. Robert W. Coats II is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon with a Surgery of the Hand Subspecialty Certificate. He has been practicing in the South Chicago Suburbs and Northwest Indiana for over 15 years. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, and an Active Member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand and J. Robert Gladden Orthopaedic Society.
Dr. Coats completed his pre-medical Biology and Psychology degrees at the University of Michigan. He completed his Doctor of Medicine at the Medical College of Ohio. He then entered the Wayne State University/Detroit Medical Center for Orthopaedic Residency training. He rounded out his training at the University of Chicago Hand and Microvascular Fellowship, where he met Dr. Primus.
Dr. Coats specializes in traumatic, degenerative, and congenital conditions involving the hand and upper extremity, along with general fracture care. Non-operative, operative, arthroscopic/endoscopic, and minimally invasive treatment modalities are utilized to care for pediatric, adult, geriatric, and worker’s compensation patients. Some of his areas of specialty include endoscopic treatment of Carpal and Cubital Tunnel Syndromes, Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff/Labral Repair, Collagenase injection for Dupuytren’s Contracture, and upper extremity joint replacements for arthritis and/or fracture.
Dr. Coats and the staff at the Chicago Center For Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery believe in a patient-centered approach to healthcare. The best decisions are always made together, our goal is not just to educate patients about their condition but to listen to their needs. Education is a priority and Dr. Coats has trained students, therapists, nurses, residents, and other physicians to perform advanced hand surgery techniques.
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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.
Joint injury due to trauma
Carpal tunnel & related syndromes
Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand
Fracture/dislocation treatment pelvis/hip/femur
Arthritis
Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand
Joint injury due to trauma
Carpal tunnel & related syndromes
Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand
Fracture/dislocation treatment pelvis/hip/femur
Office locations
Chicago Sports Medicine and Ortho Surgery (1 of 2)
7543 183rd St, Tinley Park, IL 60477
Chicago Sports Medicine and Ortho Surgery (2 of 2)
1301 E 47th St, Bld 2, Chicago, IL 60653
1 of 2
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Surgery of the Hand (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Toledo, Doctor of Medicine
- Wayne State University, Detroit Medical Center, Residency in Orthopedics
- University of Chicago, Fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery
- University of Michigan (Biology and Psychology)
Professional memberships
- American Society for Surgery of the Hand
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery
- J Robert Gladden Orthopaedic Society
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1861460081
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.58
Wait time
4.27
Bedside manner
4.50
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24 reviews
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This was my second time seeing the Doctor. It has been 6 months since my first appointment.
March 20, 2026Initials hidden
Yes, my injury wasn’t complicated I really didn’t have a extensive visit, nor a follow up visit
Less than 3 months agoInitials hidden
How friendly the whole staff and Doctor Coates was. How kind Doctor Coates treated my wife
January 9, 2026Barbara A.Verified patient
Really nice friendly and professional staff
March 17, 2026Oluwadamilola M.Verified patient
This was my first time visiting this clinic. The front office staff were absolutely amazing! They were all very friendly & professional as well as the male nurse. Everyone had a smile, spoke & made you want to come back for a return visit. The other patients were even friendly lol :-) Dr. Coats was just wonderful! He was professional, knowledgeable, thorough & will make you feel comfortable under his care. Thanks team for making my visit great!!
February 27, 2026Karen S.Verified patient
On time appointment
February 6, 2026Bradley R.Verified patient
I had an enjoyable experience. The staff was friendly and very helpful. The doctor introduced himself and was very welcoming. He listened and prescribed me with the best options for my injury. I would definitely return.
Less than 3 months agoInitials hidden
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Coats was tentative and kind
Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The doctor didn't even request anymore x-rays. I had to show him old x-rays I had on my phone. I feel he wasn't really interested in helping me at all. I was just looking for answers as to why my arm is still hurting after so much time and looking for some pain relief in my elbow joint. I was just another contributor to his pocketbook! I would not recommend him
September 17, 2025Lori T.Verified patient
Dr Coats is very professional. He greets you, listens to ask you about your concerns and looks at your hand to see for himself.
He is polite and present during my visit.
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July 17, 2025Janis M.Verified patient
He appeared to know what to do to help me. Bedside manner was excellent. Very pleasant Doctor. I was very comfortable with him.. if Doctor Bell wasn’t able to help me I would trust him.
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Dr. Robert Coats II has 2 office locations, including in Chicago and Tinley Park, view full addresses on Dr. Coats II's profile.
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Dr. Robert Coats II is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and Surgery of the Hand (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery).
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Dr. Robert Coats II speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Robert Coats II in reviews?
24 patients have reviewed Dr. Robert Coats II. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.58/5. They have a 4.5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.27/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.