Dr. Jonathan Hobbs is a specialty-trained neurosurgeon who is expertly trained in diagnosing and treating spinal conditions, including tumors and deformities. Dr. Hobbs is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and North American Spine Society.
Dr. Jonathan Hobbs is a specialty-trained neurosurgeon who is expertly trained in diagnosing and treating spinal conditions, including tumors and deformities. Dr. Hobbs is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and North American Spine Society.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Great doctor
Oct-2024
I have been seeing Dr. Hobbs for over a year and I CAN'T THANK him enough! He is SO COMPASSIONATE, CARING & HONEST to his patients. DR. Hobbs are are AMAZING & I'm SO GRATEFUL to have you as my physician ❤️
Oct-2024
Dr. Hobbs seemed very professional and caring.
Oct-2024
2nd time visiting his office. Very easy and understanding to talk to.
Oct-2024
Very good Doctor he is very compassionate and he answers all guestions
Oct-2024
Dr Hobbs was very friendly. Answered our questions. He does not rush you out of office. He explains thoroughly
Oct-2024
Love him!
Oct-2024
Just the Doctor you want ! Hand up to Dr Hobbs for taking the time and explaining his thoughts and treatment plan going forward! He really spends time with his patients ! You rarely see that anymore!
Oct-2024
Very very good!
Sep-2024
Dr Hobbs was great very understanding with my concerns. We are in agreement that surgery is the way to go. The staff at Lakeshore Bone and Joint is wonderful as well.
Sep-2024
I am so thankful for his care and straight to the point attitude it’s truly refreshing
Sep-2024
A doctor that takes time with his patients, listens, explains and works through a plan of care that will benefit the patient. A wonderful doctor!
Sep-2024
Waited a long time past appt time yet was warmly greeted by Doctor & staff
Sep-2024
Great doctor
Sep-2024
It is always a pleasure to see Dr. Hobbs. He is truly an Amazing surgeon, and I tell everyone about him. My pain has went away, and I suffered for years. Glad I was referred to him!
Sep-2024
He's great
Aug-2024
Dr. Hobbs is a very caring and compassionate person. If you don't need surgery/procedures, he will tell you that ... which I appreciate!
Aug-2024
I can't thank him enough, I would recommend him to anyone with back problems.
Aug-2024
He's amazing
Aug-2024
Very professional, took his time answering questions and going over issues. Excellent bedside manner!!
Aug-2024
Great Doctor. Honest, great information, excellent bedside manner, spent 20+ minutes answering our questions! Highly recommend!
Aug-2024
He explained everything about the situation about my back. He asked me lotta questions and gave me some great advice. He is a great listener, and explains everything thoroughly where you can understand. I highly recommend him if you have any issues with your back or any other problems.
Aug-2024
Dr Hobbs gave his honest answer to my ongoing issue. I know I am in good hands . He’s very knowledgeable and compassionate.
Aug-2024
Dr Hobbs is by far the best Neruo specialist I’ve ever known. He is a great listener, his knowledge surpasses any other, highly caring, and is utmost personable. My lumbar issue was one of the worst ever, I tolerated it for 20 plus years of my life only to find out I was misdiagnosed in 2015 by what I thought was a top facility in South Bend. In 2017 I met Dr Hobbs when he preformed vertiplasty on my Mother. He highly intrigued me, we spoke of my situation and I think he was astounded by my self taught knowledge of the spine. At that time I told him we would meet again someday only I would be the paitent. This occured in May of 2024. Dr Hobbs preformed a lumbar cage fusion with great success on what I understood to be the worst lumbar stenosis he corrected to date. Well so far so good, I could have not made a better choice for my condition or care and knew such was the case from the first time we spoke. I’m so thankful beyond belief for Dr Hobbs, professionalism, none finer !
Tony W.
Jul-2024
Always thorough with questions and answers. Always has the patients best interest in mind.
Jul-2024
Excellent Doctor, very informative, listens to, addresses your symptoms ,and plans the course of actions to be taken
Jul-2024
He’s the best… really cares about his patients! I thank God every day for him !
Jul-2024
Very professional. Recommended therapy rather than surgery. Highly recommend!
Jul-2024
Very knowledgeable and caring.
Jun-2024
Excellent
Jun-2024
He is the best!!
Jun-2024
Excellent surgeon and absolutely wonderful with his patients. I am so fortunate that I had such a great surgeon and advocate for my journey with my injury. Can't say enough about his care and kindness to me. Thank you.
Jun-2024
Quality friendly service and knowledgeable. Answer's any concerns. Highly recommended.
Jun-2024
Very informative,personable, and great listener. Would recommend 100%
Jun-2024
Terrific doctor. Most helpful.
Jun-2024
Very good bedside manner and explains things so it’s easy to understand
Jun-2024
The most kind caring dr I've ever been to, and I've send many a friends his way
Jun-2024
Excellent Dr
May-2024
Awesome !!
May-2024
Finally someone who can help me! He was amaxing
May-2024
Very thorough with his medical diagnosis and plan for treatment! Good bedside manner which is quite important when one is in pain/physical distress.
May-2024
Great neurosurgeon
May-2024
Excellent doctor
May-2024
Very informative with my test results and what has to be done for corrective measures
May-2024
Absolutely great surgeon. Great with his patients. He truly has the best interests of his patients in mind ALWAYS. I'm so glad he was my surgeon. Thank you for all you do.
May-2024
Thank you for helping me!! I was almost out of hope that anything could be done!!! Pain is a horrible thing...thank you for being a heart of compassion!
Apr-2024
Very friendly and explains everything in ways to make easy to understand.
Apr-2024
He is excellent! Best personality and very caring! His nurse Jill is wonderful! I wasn’t feeling really sure about spine surgery but they make it easy for me to get through it! I highly recommend Dr. Hobbs! It’s hard to find great Drs. He is!
Apr-2024
Very nice and caring person
Apr-2024
He’s great
Apr-2024
Good doctor
Apr-2024
My 14yo and I really liked Dr. Hobbs he was very thorough and explained things very well in a way that we could understand easily. He talked with us, not AT us. He was very nice and down to earth. We would recommend him for pediatric ortho.
Apr-2024
He is always concerned and thoughtful.
Apr-2024
Appreciate your kindness
Apr-2024
Thank you for always taking time to listen. I appreciate all your caring help.
Apr-2024
Best doctor I’ve ever had. He is more than just a great surgeon, He is a great guy that just happens to be a doctor.
Mar-2024
Dr. Hobbs is so thoughtful and takes his time to explain everything.
Mar-2024
Excellent
Mar-2024
Pleasant, timely, listened and explained well.
Mar-2024
Dr Hobbs, was very caring and he listened with a caring heart and he took it upon himself and his staff to get things accomplished.
Mar-2024
Very caring and a great listener.
Mar-2024
Dr Hobbs takes him time explaining everything. And he gives you the best care he can. Very therol dr.
Mar-2024
Explained everything and answered all my questions.
Feb-2024
Professional, shows genuine concern for patient's well being. Answers all patient's questions fully.
Feb-2024
I’m so thankful for Dr Hobbs and his expertise. He helped me through a difficult time and put me on the path to healing.
Feb-2024
He is one of the greatest Dr's
Feb-2024
Dr Hobbs is theral and explained everything well. Best Dr I ever seen.
Feb-2024
He is so down to earth and thorough. Highly recommend. He is my back Dr and my Daughters scoliosis Dr.
Feb-2024
He's an amazing dr., the best I've ever seen and I've seen many. I have a few friends having issues and Sent them to him as well and they can't thank me enough
Feb-2024
Dr. Hobbs is excellent. He takes his time to explain what’s going on and answers all questions. We couldn’t be more pleased he is our doctor.
Feb-2024
Very attentive and caring
Jan-2024
He took the time to throughly explain the problem and provide a detailed explanation for next steps!
Jan-2024
I was very impressed with our first meeting and am confident that he can provide the help that I need.
Jan-2024
Dr. Hobbs is the BEST! Active listener, great bedside manners and very personnel.
Jan-2024
Made me feel comfortable, safe.
Dec-2023
I absolutely love this dr. Very personable and kind. Really cares about his patients
Dec-2023
Very nice and personable! Highly recommend!
Dec-2023
First impressions are so important, and my first impression of Dr. Hobbs is that I made the right choice switching to his care. Dr. Hobbs was friendly, informative, knowledgeable, honest, and seems to put his patient’s care above all else. He took the time to listen to my concerns and put my mind at ease. That means so much after having the opposite experience with a different provider outside of LBJI.
Dec-2023
So awesome. Very comfortable atmosphere. Highly reccomend Dr. Hobbs!
Dec-2023
Everyone was great and Dr. Hobbs was excellent.
Dec-2023
Very therol and takes his time to explain his dinose and explain the treatment.
Dec-2023
A doctor that is just one of us; talks to you like a human being.The 1st dr to ask me what I have been doing my whole life, which is tree work and landscaping since 13yrs old, which I'm still doing. Dr Hobbs did a discectomy for me and it went fantastic.Other drs kept telling me it was because I was getting older and I was just going to hurt and to try exercise. Dr Hobbs I think you are the best in what you do, you're hungry for more, you care, and more importantly you love what you do..just like me! Thanks I appreciate everything you've done for me.
Sincerely,
Jacob Ellenberger
Dec-2023
Always fantastic. Makes sure I never have a worry about what is next after my appointment.
Dec-2023
Great doctor and staff. Was struggling with terrible pain and he was able to find the cause. Would highly recommend oir anyone needing a surgical procedure. He is very thorough and cares about his patients. Great job.
Nov-2023
He answered all my questions, and was very thorough and very friendly
Nov-2023
I met with Dr. Hobbs this morning for a consult. I really liked him and the plan of action he laid out. Very personable and approachable.
Nov-2023
Dr. Hobbs is great. He really cares about his patients.
Nov-2023
Dr Hobbs is the best Dr I have ever had. He takes his time and listen and is therol with his exam.
Nov-2023
I struggled with back and sciatic pain for 1.5 years due to a herniated disc and I’m only 30. I tried every non surgical method (months of chiropractic, months of physical therapy, tons of ibuprofen and time) and finally decided to see a surgeon. My only regret is not seeing him sooner!!
Nov-2023
Absolutely awesome Dr!
Nov-2023
Professional, courteous, great staff and communication. Felt really comfortable explaining medical history and current physical state.
Oct-2023
He did not tell me who I can see regarding outcome of tests. L
Oct-2023
He is the kindest, most personable doctor I have ever seen. His skill is beyond belief. He listens to what’s going on and knows how to handle it.
Oct-2023
Dr Hobbs is awesome. He did 2 surgeries on my spine. He's very concerned and compassionate. His staff is also awesome. I highly recommend Dr Hobbs.
Oct-2023
Dr. Hobbs is a kind, caring and compassionate doctor. I highly recommend him. He takes the time to listen to any concerns.
Oct-2023
He is the only doctor that has talked me like a real person. He is a good man that knows how my family depends on me to keep our lives moving at a certain standard.
Oct-2023
Explained condition thoroughly and suggested effective treatment without surgery
Am able to follow up with PT and pain management for symptoms
Sep-2023
I went to see him on referral from the hospital. Pinched nerve in neck leading to intense and unrelenting shoulder pain. Told him hydrocodone did not work to stop the pain, since the hospital had tried it. Told me to up the dosage of the nerve blocker. They then pushed me out the door saying my prescription has been called in and they gave me no paperwork for my visit, so I had no clue what scripts or even billing information, the assistant just stated they are busy and don't want me to wait in pain. This was at 2pm on a weekday. Went to pick up the prescription and it has not been called in. I called the doctors office to confirm I was at the right pharmacy, they state they have been busy and should send it over shortly. I waited until 6 at the pharmacy until the script was sent over. When I pick up the script is only for hydrocodone. I call back the next day and ask about the gabapentin, the girl says he never wrote a script for that and they will have to call me back, they have not
Sep-2023
The best
Sep-2023
Dr. Hobbs knows what he's doing and takes his time with his patients he listens to you and does whatever is needed to help. Dr Hobbs is the only one I will see for all of my aches and pains.
Aug-2023
Love Dr Hobbs he's very caring!! He listens to everything you say explains everything!!
Aug-2023
He saved my lower body, he is an amazing surgeon!
Aug-2023
Friendly, knowledgeable and professional
Jul-2023
He’s our lifesaver!!!!! ❤️
Jul-2023
He was very helpful and answered my questions.
Jul-2023
I saw Dr Hobbs yesterday. He is TOP NOTCH in my book. I've been dealing with back problems for a few years. He gave me some shocking news. I have a spine fracture. He answered all of my questions & set up a plan of action. He is friendly, professional & really listens to what your saying & feeling. His staff is wonderful. From checking in, xray, nurses & checking out. For receiving shocking news, Dr. Hobbs made me feel reassured that I'd be alright. 10++ Stars in my book.
Jun-2023
He listens, cares about you, answers questions making sure you understand his answer, doesn't waste your time.
May-2023
He is the best ever!!!!
May-2023
The best 👌
Apr-2023
Dr Hobbs is a very good dr he changed my life
Apr-2023
Very good and down to earth. Explains everything very well.
Mar-2023
Dr. Hobbs always listens and cares. He’s the best.
Mar-2023
Absolutely love Dr Hobbs
He seriously cares about his patients and doesn't push for surgery, he tries other solutions first
Feb-2023
Best! of the Best!. Always Willing to Listen. Extremely Knowledgeable. Pleasant Personality. Excellent Communication Skills. Excellent Bed Side Manner.
Jan-2023
Dr. Hobbs is the absolute best! He’s compassionate and truly puts you at ease. We are very confident in his ability to remedy my husband’s situation. Highly recommend him!
Jan-2023
Dr.Hobbs and his staff are very professional and caring
Jan-2023
Surgery Patient
He explains everything really well so you understand. He has great bedside communication. You know you'll be handled with care and he makes you feel safe.
Nov-2022
Dr. Hobbs is not only an amazing doctor but he is a kind and caring person. I am very grateful to him for performing my neck surgery back in April of 2022. I am recovering quite well and I thank him from the bottom of my heart.
Sep-2022
Amazing Dr. Fantastic bedside manner. Extremely caring and compassionate. Takes time to explain everything, makes you feel like you’re his only patient.
Sep-2022
Dr Hobbs is a kind, caring and amazing doctor. I highly recommend him.
Jul-2022
Dr. Hobbs is compassionate and listens to his patients. He is very down to earth and easy to talk to. I am truly blessed to have found him.
Jun-2022
I was very happy with my visit...He was very friendly n to the point n listened to my babble..lol....
Jun-2022
Dr. Hobbs is the most caring doctor I’ve ever had. I saw him for my 8 week check up after my surgery and thanks to him I am healing well. Keep doing what you’re doing Dr. Hobbs because you’re an amazing person and doctor.
Jun-2022
Doctor Hobbs is a true professional in every sense. His attention to detail is greatly appreciated. On top of everything else, hes just a great guy.
May-2022
He's awesome because he comes in and will talk to you before ever reading or looking at any images. He comes in talks to you about the problem then he'll look at all of the images to see if they line up with what you say so he can make a decision on both sets of information and not just what the radiologist says. Makes me feel very comfortable because I'm being listened to.
May-2022
I would give Jonathan Hobbs 10 stars if I could. He is confident not cocky. Compassionate. He listens to you. When you’re told that you’re going to be having a serious surgery and you’re gonna wake up in I. C U that’s a pretty scary feeling. But when it was time , I had all the confidence to trust my life in his hands. I cannot say enough about him and his nursing staff. At Northwest porter hospital Valpo. I CU Team was incredible. Could not have asked for better care.
May-2022
I apsolutly LOVE him and the Angel 😇 f a nurse he has.
I'm 58 and have had several several spinal surguries and have seen many doctors over the years. They are the VERY VERY BEST!
Apr-2022
So far I like him very nice and confident 😊
Apr-2022
I trust Dr. Hobbs completely. He is knowledgeable, considerate, supportive, and helpful.
Apr-2022
Extremely nice and listens intently to what you are saying and then answers you. Never in a hurry to see you and go on to the next patient.
Dr. Jonathan Hobbs is a specialty-trained neurosurgeon who is expertly trained in diagnosing and treating spinal conditions, including tumors and deformities. In his practice, Dr. Hobbs implements the highest level of expertise to help his patients receive the individualized, compassionate care they deserve.
Attending the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Dr. Hobbs earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry and his Bachelor of Science degree in biology and philosophy. He then obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. Upon moving to Chicago, Dr. Hobbs attended The University of Chicago in Illinois to complete a neurological surgery internship. He remained at that university for his neurological surgery residency, where he was given the position of chief resident in his last year. During his last two years of residency, Dr. Hobbs earned another master’s degree in public health sciences from The University of Chicago.
Dr. Hobbs is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, and North American Spine Society. He also spends his time volunteering as an ad hoc reviewer for the Journal of Neurotrauma and The American Journal of Sports Medicine as well as a reviewer for Spine and The Spine Journal.
Great doctor
I have been seeing Dr. Hobbs for over a year and I CAN'T THANK him enough! He is SO COMPASSIONATE, CARING & HONEST to his patients. DR. Hobbs are are AMAZING & I'm SO GRATEFUL to have you as my physician ❤️
Dr. Hobbs seemed very professional and caring.
2nd time visiting his office. Very easy and understanding to talk to.
Very good Doctor he is very compassionate and he answers all guestions
Dr Hobbs was very friendly. Answered our questions. He does not rush you out of office. He explains thoroughly
Love him!
Just the Doctor you want ! Hand up to Dr Hobbs for taking the time and explaining his thoughts and treatment plan going forward! He really spends time with his patients ! You rarely see that anymore!
Very very good!
Dr Hobbs was great very understanding with my concerns. We are in agreement that surgery is the way to go. The staff at Lakeshore Bone and Joint is wonderful as well.