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Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD

Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD

General Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD is a general surgeon in Arlington Heights, IL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from St. Georges University School of Medicine in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwest Community Hospital and Trinity Rock Island. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

880 W Central Rd Ste 5000 Arlington Heights, IL 60005

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Dr. Yerkes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yerkes

4.1
12 ratings, 11 with a written review
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A great doctor, explains this very clearly and great bed side manners.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Brent – Aug 17, 2023
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Love Dr. Yerkes. He took the time to listen to my concerns and answered all my questions. I would highly recommend him. He truly cares.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Carole – Aug 16, 2022
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My husband Roger and I met with Dr. Yerkes today. We found him to be very professional, knowledgeable, and caring. We've never had a doctor who took so much time to explain everything in layman's terms and answered all our questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Karen Thorsvold – Nov 11, 2021
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Best doctor ever! He saved my life. I had lung cancer. He removed half my lung. Minimal recovery time. I returned to work within 26 days. I know a bunch of other patients and they all love him too. Highly recommend
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Debbie – Oct 11, 2020
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I had lung surgery from Nic Yerkes. He is the best. He cares , He talks to you, He answers your questions, He goes above and beyond the call of duty. Totally recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Patti Tyrrell – Aug 14, 2020
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I had my upper left lobe removed by Dr. Yerkes on 9/25/19. I was back to my normal routine in two and a half weeks! I am very impressed with Dr. Yerkes.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jean – Oct 21, 2019
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Very Knowledgeable, had no problems with my diagnosis, removal with my part of my lung, but he was so rude to the nurse prior to my port insertion, lost all respect for him
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Oct 18, 2019
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Doesn’t take the time after surgery to inform family of findings or outcome. Doesn’t return phone calls when messages are left about the surgical procedure that was done.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 30, 2019
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Very knowledgeable and explains things well.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 01, 2019
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He is rude.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 01, 2019
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The initial appointment with the physician was good the problem arose with the staff/ scheduler that was suppose to set up my X-ray (MRI to see how much muscle damage I have) then I was suppose to immediately have an appointment (on same day) with physician to schedule my surgery. The staff was suppose to call me back on Friday....nothing....I called Monday morning and they had not taken care of anything, never submitted to my insurance for approval or set up any appointments at all. Frustrated
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Richard in Syracuse, NY – May 16, 2016
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Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD is a general surgeon in Arlington Heights, IL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from St. Georges University School of Medicine in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwest Community Hospital and Trinity Rock Island. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • St. Georges University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Practice

Office880 W Central Rd Ste 5000 Arlington Heights, IL 60005
1
(847) 618-3800

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