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Dr. John Defranco, MD

Dr. John Defranco, MD

Urology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. John Defranco, MD is a urologist in Chicago Ridge, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Defranco has extensive experience in Urinary Conditions, Urinary Calculi & Removal, and Male Reproductive Disorders & Procedures. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Advocate Trinity Hospital and Advocate Christ Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

10400 Southwest Hwy Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(708) 423-8706

Dr. Defranco is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Defranco specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Defranco's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Defranco

3.4

22 ratings, 6 with a written review
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
John – Jun 14, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Dec 30, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Sam – Nov 27, 2019
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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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Amy in Orland Park, IL – Nov 09, 2018
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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
8 people found this helpful
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Apr 21, 2018
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No results
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
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Dec 23, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Defranco, MD is a urologist in Chicago Ridge, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Defranco has extensive experience in Urinary Conditions, Urinary Calculi & Removal, and Male Reproductive Disorders & Procedures....read more

  • Urology

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  • Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Dr. Defranco is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

      25 N Winfield Rd
      Winfield, IL 60190
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      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

      80%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      15% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Advocate Christ Medical Center

      4440 W 95th St
      Oak Lawn, IL 60453
      Recipient of 27
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      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

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Palos Community Hospital

      12251 S 80th Ave
      Palos Heights, IL 60463
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

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

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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