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Dr. Michael Altaweel, MD

Dr. Michael Altaweel, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Altaweel, MD is an ophthalmologist in Freeport, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Altaweel has extensive experience in Eye Conditions. He graduated from DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY / FACULTY OF MEDICINE in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as University Hospital and FHN Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

1045 W Stephenson St Freeport, IL 61032
(815) 599-6000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Altaweel specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Altaweel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Altaweel

5.0

8 ratings, 2 with a written review
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michael Smith – May 14, 2024
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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
No results
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Rosanne Andresen – Oct 17, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Altaweel, MD is an ophthalmologist in Freeport, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Altaweel has extensive experience in Eye Conditions. He graduated from DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY / FACULTY OF MEDICINE in 1990....read more

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Dalhousie University / Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

FHN Memorial Hospital1045 W Stephenson St Freeport, IL 61032
1

Practice

University Hospital600 Highland Ave Madison, WI 53792
2

Practice

UW Health Remote Dispensing Services2880 University Ave Madison, WI 53705
3

Practice

Office2870 University Ave Ste 206 Madison, WI 53705
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave
    Madison, WI 53792
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center-Janesville

    1000 Mineral Point Ave
    Janesville, WI 53548
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • FHN Memorial Hospital

    1045 W Stephenson St
    Freeport, IL 61032

    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

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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