Neurology

Ryan Coates, M.D.

Assistant Professor, Neurology

Buffalo Grove, IL

Dr. Ryan Coates, M.D., is a board-certified child neurologist and neuromuscular medicine specialist practicing primarily in the Chicago area, with offices in Oak Lawn and Buffalo Grove, Illinois. His subspecialty focus is pediatric neurology, treating children with complex neurological disorders affecting the brain, spine, peripheral nerves, and muscle control. He addresses specific conditions including acoustic neuroma, spinal muscular atrophy type 1, and generalized epilepsy, as identified thr

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology (ABPN)
Neuromuscular Medicine (ABPN)

Education & Training

Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center (MD, 2005)
Residency: Rush University Medical Center (Pediatrics, 2005-2007)
Fellowship: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University (Child Neurology, 2007-2010)
Fellowship: UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine (Neuromuscular Medicine, 2010-2011)

Years in Practice

21+ years

Peer Recognition

ABPN — Board Certified in Neuromuscular Medicine
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Child Neurology

Conditions & Treatments

Neonatal NeurologyNeurodevelopmental DisordersEpilepsy & Seizure Disorders

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Advocate Children's Hospital
University of Chicago Medical Center
Aurora Health
Loyola University Medical Center

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Coates treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Coates accept Aetna insurance?

Ryan Coates's public profile lists Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna plus 4 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Coates practice?

Ryan Coates practices in Buffalo Grove, IL with hospital affiliations including Advocate Children's Hospital, University of Chicago Medical Center, and Aurora Health.

What does Dr. Coates specialize in?

Ryan Coates is a board-certified neurology specialist with focus areas in Child Neurology.

How long has Dr. Coates been practicing?

Ryan Coates has 21+ years of clinical experience in neurology.

What is Dr. Coates's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center (MD, 2005); Residency: Rush University Medical Center (Pediatrics, 2005-2007); Fellowship: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University (Child Neurology, 2007-2010).