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Dr. Ruheri Perez-Tamayo, MD

Dr. Ruheri Perez-Tamayo, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Ruheri Perez-Tamayo, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Maywood, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 5 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

2160 S 1st Ave Maywood, IL 60153

Make an Appointment

(708) 327-2503

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Perez-Tamayo specializes in the areas of Critical Care Surgery & Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Perez-Tamayo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Perez-Tamayo

5.0

11 ratings, 10 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Daniel Pumfery – May 16, 2018
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 09, 2018
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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
Helpful
Rosa Carpanzano in Melrose Park, IL – Oct 16, 2017
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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
Helpful
A. Cundari in Chicago, IL – Aug 28, 2017
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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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Joe E. in Villa Park IL – Jun 26, 2017
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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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August J. Bucci in bloomingdale, il – Jun 24, 2017
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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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Henry K. in River Grove, IL – Jun 21, 2017
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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
Helpful
Joseph C. Stendebach in Franklin Park, IL – Jun 19, 2017
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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
Helpful
Jun 16, 2017
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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
Helpful
Melrose Park, IL – Jun 16, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe in delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in a collaborative fashion. This collaboration includes the patients and their families, and I build this by taking all the time necessary to explain the indications, risks, and benefits of every intervention. I am easy to contact 24/7.

biography

I am an American born to a Hispanic Heritage, and speak fluent Spanish.  I grew up in the Western Suburbs of Chicago, and earned my Medical Degree at the University of Chicago.  I have an additional Doctoral Degree in Engineering at Duke...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Loyola University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2001

  • Duke University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999

  • Duke University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1998

  • Duke School Of Engineering

    1996

  • Duke University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1991

  • University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Critical Care Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Loyola University Medical Center2160 S 1st Ave Maywood, IL 60153
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S 1st Ave
    Maywood, IL 60153
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

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

    1% higher than the national average

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