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Dr. Michael McCarthy, DO

Dr. Michael McCarthy, DO

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Michael McCarthy, DO is a general surgeon in Rockford, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Javon Bea Hospital-Rockton and OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Surgical Associates of Northern Illinois at Mercyhealth–Riverside

8201 E Riverside Blvd Rockford, IL 61114

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Dr. McCarthy's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McCarthy

4.9

27 ratings, 17 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Apr 18, 2025
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  • Explained conditions well
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Apr 18, 2025
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Apr 04, 2025
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Feb 04, 2025
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Jan 26, 2025
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Jan 24, 2025
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Jan 20, 2025
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Nov 23, 2024
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Oct 06, 2024
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Sep 16, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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J Bock – Sep 12, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Aug 23, 2024
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Jun 25, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Apr 20, 2024
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What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Never Again – Dec 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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3 people found this helpful
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Jan 10, 2020
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Tina K – Jan 04, 2020
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About Me

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The opportunity to provide patient care is an honor and a privilege, a responsibility to never be taken lightly. It is my goal to provide efficient, reliable and trustworthy care in a friendly and comfortable atmosphere.
  • General Surgery

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  • Midwestern University

    Residency Hospital, 2005
  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
  • Benedictine University

    Undergraduate School, 1996
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Surgical Associates of Northern Illinois at Mercyhealth–Riverside

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Surgical Associates of Northern Illinois at Mercyhealth–Rockton

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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

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  • OSF Saint Paul Medical Center

    1401 E 12th St
    Mendota, IL 61342
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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.

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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  • Hammond Henry Hospital

    600 N College Ave
    Geneseo, IL 61254

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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