George E. Havelka, MD

George E. Havelka, MD

4.8 
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Primary Specialty

Vascular Surgery

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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 (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
Kishwaukee Hospital
Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital
Valley West Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.8
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71 Reviews

April 20, 2024

5.0

Can be trusted

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April 14, 2024

5.0

The Doctor did a great job with both procedures explaining everything. The first time a nurse did not put a mask on. I said something. This time he told a different nurse to mask up. I appreciated that. During the procedure had had an experience that they needed to stop the procedure. He made sure I was ok and stable after that happened. He listened when I said I don't feel right.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Very thorough

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Tells you what you need to know . To the point and your on your way .

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April 03, 2024

5.0

He was thorough in explaining what was going on with me and how to follow up if symptoms reoccur.

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March 28, 2024

5.0

Very thorough and willing to listen and explain or answer my questions. I felt like he had my best interest in mind.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Doctor cares about your well being and is very friendly. He asked another of questions- made me at ease.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

He was knowable and answered all my questions Very pleasant

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March 13, 2024

5.0

For his knowledge, support, and care.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Havelka was very clear in explaining the medical condition and his recommendations going forward. Dr. Havelka speaks with confidence and also very thorough.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

I liked him. He was very informative.

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March 09, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable

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March 06, 2024

5.0

He was professionally trained well

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Explained everything good listener

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March 04, 2024

5.0

I feel good after the procedure . He did excellent job.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Very professional and explained things thoroughly.

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February 28, 2024

4.0

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February 26, 2024

5.0

This was my first time meeting him and I immediately felt confident that he's an excellent surgeon. He explained the procedure I need and answered any questions I had.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Again I have a high comfort level with Dr Havelka and his staff.

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February 23, 2024

4.0

Professional, a man of few words, maybe could be a little more personable.

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Dr Havelka was phenomenal from start to finish.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

He explained everything to me and showed concern for my well being.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Attentive. Clearly answered my questions.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

He seem very knowledge & very thoughtful to my concerns .

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February 12, 2024

5.0

His explanation to the procedure was very clear and understood well!

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February 11, 2024

5.0

We understand all that Dr. Havelka recommends and Dr.explains clearly about my medical condition. Dr. Always suggests follow up visit. I am grateful to have Dr. Havelka.

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February 02, 2024

5.0

Very good doctor helps you, informs you about the procedure

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January 31, 2024

5.0

He explained the matter very well.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Very nice and knowledgeable. Explained everything quickly and completely. Explained options too.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

very caring and understanding

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Havelka was very kind and professional and made us feel completely at ease. He explained complicated medical information in a straightforward and easy to understand manner. He offered as much time as needed for us to ask questions and addressed all of our concerns. We feel very confident with him as a provider and look forward to working with him.

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January 21, 2024

5.0

Very good communication that provided understanding.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

He took time to address all my concerns and questions. I was very comfortable with his approach.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

He is so knowledgeable he can explain everything to the common man so you understand the issues arising from the test results.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

He takes an interest in getting me back to better health.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Patients appear to be his first commitment. Wonderfully understandable communication!

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January 08, 2024

5.0

He truly cares, and Never rushes you! He answers any questions, and I'm very comfortable talking with him!!!

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, professional, cordial.

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December 16, 2023

5.0

He saved my life.

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December 16, 2023

5.0

Excellent surgeon

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Clear Explanations

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Wise, caring and kind.

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December 01, 2023

5.0

DR Havelka took the time to explain all the facets of my situation. He also arranged for a followup in 6 months to make sure all is okay.

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November 29, 2023

5.0

Super nice and spent time explaining what the issue was and how best to manage it. Very nice and professional!!!

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November 27, 2023

5.0

He is honest, tells me the truth about what my condition is, helped me make difficult decisions for myself, and gives me peace of mind about my slow healing journey. He is also a brilliant surgeon.

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November 24, 2023

5.0

Dr. Havelka, Nurse Ashley and the wonderful Ultrasound tech did an amazing job on my procedure.

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November 20, 2023

5.0

He is thorough when explaining everything

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November 20, 2023

5.0

I met with Dr. Havelka and he was so professional and made me feel reassured about my procedure. The day of the procedure I was nervous but he met with me again prior to the procedure, spoke with me and my husband - he was the best!

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November 17, 2023

5.0

Very kind, explained everything very well and did a very good job.

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Amazing! Tell him thank you! Sooo empathetic!! Listened intently, very calming and reassuring as we addressed IJV blood clot/port/and splenic artery aneurism. My heart and mind were at peace after seeing Dr Havelka!!

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November 15, 2023

5.0

I am recovering well form the surgery and look forward to an active lifestyle. The other reasons are indicated in my previous comments above.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Easy to talk to n answered all my questions.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

He was very clear at explaining my condition in a very pleasant manner.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

He was very nice , very informative, and he did an amazing job on my surgery .

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October 31, 2023

5.0

He was thorough and easy to talk with. He made sure that I was comfortable with all the details.

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October 28, 2023

5.0

Great doctor. Skilled surgeon.

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Confident and obviously knew what he was explaining so we could understand.

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October 18, 2023

5.0

See above He sent me to the ER twice because I was having issues with black stool. He truly cares about his patients.

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October 15, 2023

5.0

clear answers to questions

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October 09, 2023

5.0

He is kind, caring, and brilliant ! He saved me from a stroke

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October 07, 2023

5.0

He always takes time to explain things and to answer all my questions and concerns

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October 06, 2023

5.0

good doctor

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October 03, 2023

5.0

Great Dr

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September 25, 2023

5.0

He's a good listener, very accurate, and he listens well.

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September 22, 2023

5.0

Excellent

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September 22, 2023

5.0

He was thorough; took time and expedited the next step

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September 18, 2023

5.0

He knew what he was talking about, and he made you feel comfortable like he would do a great job.

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September 13, 2023

5.0

He was very patient with me and my questions. I was very happy with the result of my visit with him.

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September 12, 2023

5.0

Outstanding surgeon with great bedside matter.

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September 11, 2023

5.0

For the first time that I met Dr Havelka, he was awesome like many of the Doctors I've met!

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September 11, 2023

5.0

Seems like a great Doctor will see how the next visit goes.

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Disclosures

George E. Havelka, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

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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