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George E. Havelka, MD

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678 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Vascular Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 2006
Residency:: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2013
Fellowships:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2015

Board Certifications

American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)
American Board of Surgery/Vascular Surgery - Vascular Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Associate Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.8

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678 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

77 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

77 Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

Pleasant, professional and helpful! Tell him thank you!

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Dr Havelka was thorough and helpful during our interaction. He explained exactly what he was going to do in the surgery and reviewed the risks involved. I appreciated his approach.

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February 14, 2026

5.0

Was thorough in visit and answered all my questions.

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February 14, 2026

5.0

Wonderful doctor makes you feel good about yourself

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable and a great bedside manner.

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January 31, 2026

5.0

Professional and friendly. Very helpful.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

thorough and takes time to explain everything.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

I am very likely to recommend George E. Havelka, MD for care. From the moment I checked in, I felt well cared for, and Dr. Havelka took the time to explain the procedure clearly and answer all of my questions in a professional and reassuring manner. His knowledge, attitude, and attention to patient comfort made the entire experience positive, and I would confidently recommend him to others seeking quality care.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

great

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January 28, 2026

5.0

He was very but only saw him for. Short time. He was very knowledgeable, and informative.

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January 17, 2026

5.0

Everything from beginning to end with the doctor was a 10 +

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January 16, 2026

5.0

He makes you feel good about the surgery

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Great doctor knows what he is doing and communicates very well

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Cut to the chase explained himself clearly

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Great doctor know I will be OK when he there

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January 12, 2026

3.0

Only one visit so far. During this visit he was easy to work with.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Professional

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Takes time to ask for my concerns n takes time to address them.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Good guy

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December 13, 2025

5.0

Personable with his patient. Answers all questions, making sure one understands the task at hand.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Excellent surgeon, listens, communicates & explains the situation to his patient. Patients come first, appreciate his attentiveness.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

He was great in every way!!

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Kind and professional

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Professional, explained everything clearly.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Took time to explain everything was patient with my very senior parent and extra cautious with her care

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Northwestern is the best

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November 14, 2025

5.0

He's kind, professional and explains things thoroughly. I've been very happy with both vascular surgeries and have had great results.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Excellent job

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November 08, 2025

5.0

He is so smart and caring lusten to all of my problems thourough checkup

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November 08, 2025

5.0

Knows what he talks about

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November 07, 2025

5.0

He's a pro at vascular surgery and I've been very happy with the results.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

He was very nice and thoughtful

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November 03, 2025

5.0

He's a total professional.

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October 29, 2025

5.0

Very personable and professional. Answered all my questions.

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October 29, 2025

5.0

smart, knows his stuff. easy to talk to.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Up front about the care

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Outstanding surgeon

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October 22, 2025

5.0

Very organized, on time, professional, thorough exam, and very professional!

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October 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Havelk went over my test and explained them so I could understand. He talked to me about what he thinks we should do next. Very knowledgeable and professional. I appreciate the care and concern.

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October 20, 2025

4.0

He answered all my questions thoroughly

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Engaging in explaining the tests results and asked questions to negate and vascular problems.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant. His smile and handshake relaxed me immediately. He explained about my test. Explained how he had no concerns about what he saw and why he didn't. Made sure to ask if I had any concerns and answered my questions. He did not rush my appointment and he wasn't hurried in his actions. I am totally trusting in his knowledge and experience!!

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Personable and answered all my questions!

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October 07, 2025

5.0

easy to talk to

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Dr.Havelka encourages, goes over all possibilities, and is always available.

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October 03, 2025

5.0

No nonsense. Perfect!

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October 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Havelka thoroughly explained upcoming procedure and allowed time for questions.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Friendly to the point. Explain the results thoroughly.

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Wonderful Doctor in all ways possible.

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September 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Havelka is a true professional, knowledgeable, courteous & instills confidence in his treatment.

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September 26, 2025

5.0

He takes the time to listen to what your symptoms are and then explains thoroughly what can be done to help alleviate those symptoms. He's friendly, and is an excellent surgeon!

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August 03, 2025

5.0

VERY KNOWLGEABLE AND ATTENTIVE

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July 28, 2025

5.0

This's. What we all looking for. Yessir

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July 26, 2025

5.0

Explained everything and in layman's terms

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July 25, 2025

5.0

He is a very down to earth dr. Answers any question Seems to care about his patients

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July 19, 2025

5.0

He is the best

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July 18, 2025

5.0

Pleasant, answered my questions and gave me options.

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July 14, 2025

4.0

He did not speak with me post-op.

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July 11, 2025

5.0

Very professional, feel comfortable with him.

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July 11, 2025

5.0

Very good listener and very good analysis.

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July 09, 2025

5.0

Gives straight info which is appreciated, especially when there's no issues

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July 09, 2025

5.0

I cannot thank him enough for what he has done for me, he is honest, knowledgeable and supportive. He speaks with confidence and caring.

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June 24, 2025

5.0

Fast Service

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June 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Havelka was thorough in his explanation of how the procedure would take place. He answered all my questions.

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June 23, 2025

5.0

Kind, Direct and specific!

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June 07, 2025

5.0

answers questions, but a little late to appt. times.

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June 06, 2025

5.0

Very good person and attentive, God bless him, I am very grateful to him.

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June 02, 2025

5.0

Kind and soft spoken, patient and kind. Answered all of my questions.

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May 30, 2025

5.0

For his professionalism and clarity in explaining his medical condition.

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May 28, 2025

5.0

He worked with me

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May 23, 2025

5.0

6 surgery procedure all outstanding care

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May 20, 2025

5.0

Explained everything thorough. Answered every question.

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May 16, 2025

5.0

He was very nice and very polite and seems to care about me as his patient.

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May 12, 2025

5.0

He explained everything and what was going to happen in surgery and the outcome was excellent.

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May 12, 2025

5.0

Very good doctor, very kind, good work, God Jehovah gave him intelligence and knowledge, he is very well trained, thank you

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May 06, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable

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May 03, 2025

5.0

Care, nursing staff, Dr care.

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Disclosures

George E. Havelka, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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