Highly skilled in non-surgical treatment of spine disorders and musculoskeletal problems, Dr. George Charuk treats a variety of pain-causing conditions, including disc herniations, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis and facet arthopathy. His conservative approach to pain management is built around non-surgical techniques and includes medication, physical therapy, epidural steroid injection or visco-supplementation. Dr. Charuk also has considerable expertise in electromyography to ensure proper diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy or nerve root impingement. A frequent speaker on a number of spine-related topics, including paralysis and traumatic injury, Dr. Charuk is also proud to have served as physician for several Olympic events for disabled athletes. To schedule an appointment with a physician or for more information about our services, call Ingalls Care Connection 24/7 at 708.915.CARE (2273) or book online. Physicians on the Ingalls Medical Staff are "Independent Practitioners" and are not employees or agents of the hospital.
Dr. George E Charuk, DO
- Internal Medicine, Orthopedic Spine Surgery, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
- Accepting new patients
- 36 years of experience
- Orthopaedic Specialists Of Northwest Indiana 730 45th St, Munster, IN 46321
- (219) 924-3300
Brief Intro
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Education Background
RESIDENCY
Loyola University Medical Center
MEDICAL SCHOOL
Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine - 1989
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
Location & Hours
- Orthopaedic Specialists Of Northwest Indiana
- 730 45th St, Munster, IN 46321
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Mon:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed
Specialties Treated
- Orthopedic Spine Surgery
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
- Internal Medicine
Procedures Performed
- Physical Therapy
Insurance Accepted
* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).
- Medicare
- Ascension Health
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
- CHAMPVA
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- UnitedHealthcare
- Travelers
- Progressive
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Aetna
- Tricare
- WPS Health Plan
- Cigna
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