Eldin Karaikovic
Expertise in
5
conditions

Dr. Eldin Karaikovic

Orthopedics
NorthShore Health Centers
6050 Sterling Creek Rd., 
Portage, IN 
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
Expertise in
5
conditions
NorthShore Health Centers
6050 Sterling Creek Rd., 
Portage, IN 

Overview

Dr Karaikovic is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine and trauma surgeon. He’s a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, North American Spine Society, and Scoliosis Research Society. He is affiliated with several universities (UIC, UC, and Sarajevo School of Science and Technology) and has published and lectured both nationally and internationally.

Dr. Karaikovic has proudly volunteered around the world (Bosnia-Herzegovina, Costa Rica, Moldova, the Philippines, South Africa, Vietnam) and is the founder and president of the Eldin Karaikovic Charity, Research and Education Foundation. He received several awards for his professional, educational, and philanthropic efforts. In his free time, he enjoys biking and skiing.

Dr. Karaikovic is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Sciatica, Spondylolisthesis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in IL

Hospital Affiliations

Presence Saint Joseph Hospital - Chicago
Presence Saints Mary And Elizabeth Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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CareSource
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Cigna
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Delta Dental
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DentaQuest
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  • PPO
Dominion National
  • MEDICARE PDP
Freedom Life
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Golden Rule
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Guardian Life Insurance Company
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Health Care Services Corporation
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Humana
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Locations

NorthShore Health Centers
6050 Sterling Creek Rd., Portage, IN 46368

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eldin Karaikovic

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Is Dr. Eldin Karaikovic a top-rated expert for Scoliosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eldin Karaikovic is classified as an Distinguished expert for Scoliosis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Eldin Karaikovic specialize in?

While Dr. Eldin Karaikovic is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Scoliosis, Sciatica, and Vertebroplasty. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. Eldin Karaikovic accept my insurance?

Dr. Eldin Karaikovic accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 219-763-8112 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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