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Dr. George Wyhinny, MD

Dr. George Wyhinny, MD

Ophthalmology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. George Wyhinny, MD is an ophthalmologist in Des Plaines, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Northwest Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

8901 Golf Rd Ste 206 Des Plaines, IL 60016

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Dr. Wyhinny's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wyhinny

3.1

27 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
37%
37%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
11%
11%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
37%
37%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Marcia B. – Oct 09, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 27, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
John E. – Mar 31, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jack Palac in Hoffman Estates, IL – Oct 12, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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marvin struck in Roselle, IL – Jul 19, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
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Cindy in Schaumburg, IL – Jun 18, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. George Wyhinny, MD is an ophthalmologist in Des Plaines, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Advocate...read more
  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ill Ee Infirm

    Fellowship Hospital, 1977
  • Ill Ee Infirm

    Residency Hospital, 1976
  • University Ill Ee Infirm

    Internship Hospital, 1973
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Midwest Retina Consultants SC8901 Golf Rd Ste 206 Des Plaines, IL 60016
1

Practice

Office1100 W Central Rd Ste LL2 Arlington Heights, IL 60005
2

Practice

Office800 Biesterfield Rd Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

    1775 Dempster St
    Park Ridge, IL 60068
    Recipient of 52
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Northwest Community Hospital

    800 W Central Rd
    Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1

    800 Biesterfield Rd
    Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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