Dr. Michael Rezak, MD, PhD, DBe
Neurologist | Neurology
175 Dempster St. park Ridge IL, 60068About
Dr. Michael Rezak is a distinguished Neurologist in park Ridge, IL. Dr. Rezak specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system. With expertise in handling complex conditions like epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and migraines, Dr. Rezak employs advanced techniques and personalized treatment plans to improve patient outcomes. As a neurologist, Dr. Rezak is committed to staying abreast of the latest developments in neurological research and therapies.
Education and Training
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine MD 0
Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il 1985
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine 1985
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Medical Director, Movement Disorders and Deep Brain Stimulation Program Amita Health System Hoffman Estates, Illinois 2021 - Present
- Director, Movement Disorders Center and Deep Brain Stimulation Program Vassar Brothers Medical Center and Hospital Poughkeepsie, New York 2019 - 2021
- Director, Movement Disorders and Neurodegenerative Diseases Center and Deep Brain Stimulation Program Northwestern Medicine, Central DuPage Hospital Winfield, IL 2009 - 2018
- Distinguished Physician Endowed Chair Parkinson’s Disease Research Society, Northwestern Medicine West Region 2016 - 2018
- Section Chief Neurosciences, Northwestern Medicine, Central DuPage Hospital 2014 - 2016
- Section Chief Neurosciences, Northwestern Medicine, Central DuPage Hospital 2018 - 2018
- Director Movement Disorders Center and Movement Disorders Functional Neurosurgical Program Evanston Northwestern Healthcare/Northshore University Health System Evanston, IL 1990 - 2009
- Neurology Consultant North Shore Senior Center, Northfield, IL 2005 - 2018
- Assistant Professor (Clinical) Department of Neurology, Northwestern University School of Medicine Chicago, IL 1990 - 2009
- Assistant Professor Department of Neurology, Yale University School of Medicine, Yale-New Haven Hospital New Haven, CT 1989 - 1990
- Consulting Neurologist Gaylord Rehabilitation Hospital Wallingford, CT 1989 - 1990
- Visiting Assistant Professor Department of Anatomy (Neuroanatomy), University of Illinois at the Medical Center Chicago, IL 1981 - 1985
- Assistant Professor Department of Anatomy (Neuroanatomy), University of Illinois at the Medical Center Chicago, IL 1977 - 1980
- Neurologist Advocate Lutheran General Hospital -
Awards
- “Top Doctors” 2024 Chicago Magazine
- “Top Doctors” 2022 Chicago Magazine
- “Top Doctors” 2020 Hudson Valley Magazine
- Presidential Award 1995 Evanston Hospital Corporation
- “Top 100 Doctors” 1993 Chicago Magazine
- Attending of the Year 1991 Evanston Northwestern Healthcare
Treatments
- Movement Disorders, Dystonia, Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease
Professional Memberships
- Alliance for Patient Access
- Association for Practical and Professional Ethics
- Neuroethics Society
- American Society of Bioethics and Humanities
- Movement Disorders Society
- American Association of Anatomists
- Neuroscience Society
Fellowships
- Laboratory of Dr. Louis A. Benevento, University of Illinois Medical School, Chicago, IL Postdoctoral Fellow-Visual System Neurophysiology 1977
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Dr. Rezak is a highly respected neurologist specializing in Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. With a distinguished career and a commitment to patient-centered care, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the forefront of neurology.
Before embarking on his professional journey, he earned his medical degree from the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, where he laid the foundation for a career dedicated to improving the lives of those with neurological conditions. He further honed his skills through rigorous training, completing his residency and internship in internal medicine at Rush University Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in neurology at the Yale New Haven Children’s Center.
As an expert in Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders, Dr. Rezak is passionate about providing personalized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each patient. His approach combines the latest medical advancements with compassionate care, ensuring that patients feel supported throughout their treatment journey. Dr. Rezak is also known for his expertise in managing tremors, a common symptom associated with various neurological conditions.
On a professional level, he is an active member of the Alliance for Patient Access, the Association for Practical and Professional Ethics, the Neuroethics Society, the American Society of Bioethics and Humanities, the Movement Disorders Society, the American Association of Anatomists, the Neuroscience Society, and the Cadence Physician Group.
Among his most notable achievements, Dr. Rezak has been recognized in multiple prestigious publications, including Chicago Magazine’s Top Doctors list for 2022 and 2024, as well as Modern Luxury Chicago in 2023. Additionally, he has been featured in West Suburban Living Magazine and Hudson Valley Magazine, underscoring his reputation as a leading neurologist in the region.
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