Kevin P. Bethke, MD

Kevin P. Bethke, MD

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Minnesota Medical School - 1983
Residency:
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics - 1989
Fellowships:
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System - 1991

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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4.9
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February 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Bethke is such a calm, caring professional, putting you at ease, knowing whatever the outcome, you know he did his best!

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Dr Bethke is a great doctor. He is kind and caring and is great at explaining things. He did a great job on my surgery.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Very caring. He calls after few days after surgery how you are doing

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February 17, 2026

5.0

He explained what I will be going through til I see him again

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February 14, 2026

5.0

Very skilled and impressively knowledgeable. Explanation of issues easy to understand. Also very kind, empathetic and encouraging physician.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Excellent bedside manner Extremely knowledgeable Kind, didn't rush Answered all questions

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Became his demeanor and expertise are excellent.

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February 07, 2026

5.0

Takes the time to explain everything. Has a very caring professional demeanor

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February 02, 2026

5.0

I like that he explained everything to me

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Dr. Bethke knows what he is doing and he doesn't seem annoyed when I ask questions. I also appreciated that he called me earlier this week with my biopsy results. That gave me time to think about the results before my appointment. Lastly, I like how is he teaching the next generation of breast surgeons. I think that is important.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

He was positive and put me at ease. I didn't feel rush and he explained everything to me.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

He is direct but it allows you to be true to yourself in the midst of a life changing diagnosis

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Great expert who is knowledgeable confident and

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Dr. Bethke is very knowledgeable, skilled and compassionate. Dr. Bethke and is team are outstanding.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Very skilled. Bedside manner warms after a few visits.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

I've had Dr. Bethke for multiple surgeries and I am grateful to have a skilled, professional surgeon. I have so much respect and trust for Dr and along with that, every interaction with him has been positive. He takes time to inform you of your situation, and has a very calming personality. Although he sees so many patients, you never feel rushed or that you are a number. It also gives the patient confidence in him, when you truly feel he enjoys his job. I would highly recommend Dr. Bethke to anyone who has breast cancer.

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January 18, 2026

5.0

Dr. Bethke & his entire staff made every effort to make you feel relaxed.

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January 17, 2026

5.0

Has a good manner and answers questions.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

It's the first time I've seen this surgeon, but I would recommend him.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

He is a great doctor. Listened to my concerns and addressed them in a caring way.

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January 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Bethke takes time to explain and make sure you informed and comfortable with choice of care.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable and caring

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Expert, does great job. Emphasizes with patients.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Dr. Bethke is kind, knowledgeable, and I trusted him. His professionalism and respect for the patients and people who work with him was shown to me by how his team works.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Dr Bethke is amazing, I am beyond grateful for everything he has done for me. I couldn't ask for a better surgeon, both personally and technically. I can't begin to express my sincere appreciation.

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable and compassionate.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Everyone told me that he was great. And I wasn't sure what that meant because my overall experience of receiving a cancer diagnosis over the fall months has been mixed. But I could not be happier with this surgery. And I'm really thankful that I could return to normal right away. And I'm amazed by how normal it already looks.

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January 02, 2026

5.0

He is a very skilled, knowledgeable surgeon. He treated me with dignity and respect.

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January 02, 2026

5.0

I still remember a few months an ago when I just diagnosed, Dr. Bethke used his firm voice let me know I can eat whatever I liked makes me start gathering my strength for the treatments, he obviously superior busy, during the surgery and post surgery his professional suggestions and you will be fine, no big deal attitude continue supporting me every day. I know I am well take cared. Couldn't appreciate more of his works.

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January 02, 2026

5.0

As above Skilled surgeon Caring Relays confidence

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Although I just had consult with him today and surgery is later. I give him 10 out of 10. His bedside manner, calm demeanor, knowledge, attitude, attention & confidence in his work truly put me at ease. I have read reviews of him which all was gold star before but after meeting him & his team I know why he is one of the number 1 in the country. Truly an amazing doctor.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Dr Bethke is very soft spoken when providing information which is something desperately needed when speaking to a cancer patient as emotions are very fragile. I never got the sense of frustration from him as I asked questions several times to allow me to process information through all of my angst.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Very compassionate, soft speaking and methodical when speaking to fragile patients.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Felt very comfortable with meeting him for the first time. Excellent explanation of what to expect. Very professional and knowledgeable.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bethke was amazing he gave clear diagnosis and answered all of my questions..

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, caring and respectful! An all around compassionate doctor.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Very Caring. Took his time explaining and listening. I know I'm in good hands

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December 15, 2025

5.0

informative,warm, confident

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bethke will provide you with the Best Care he has to offer.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Very pleased with being given options, resources, and straight forward answers to questions.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr Bethke was knowledgeable, put me at ease, gave me lots of information and answered all of my questions. He gave me insight on what I could expect.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Very personable, knowledgeable

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December 04, 2025

5.0

I'm very pleased to be under his care.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

He is an amazing doctor. I am alive all because of him

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December 02, 2025

5.0

I loved how he explained everything to me. He was very positive.

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November 28, 2025

5.0

Approachable and flexible

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Very professional with an outstanding bed side manner

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Excellent.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bethke is a caring and very professional surgeon, highly recommend him.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

A very experienced, renowned surgeon who I feel confident in his care. I have had him as a surgeon in two lumpectomies and each one of them went so smoothly with minimal scarring. He really cares about his patients and takes the time to let you know how well cared for you are, and he is in his work.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

Cares about patient.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Doc Bethke is overly qualified with wisdom in his field of work. He's very detail in explaining your problem and beinging compassion

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November 11, 2025

5.0

He takes time with each patient. He also explains everything that I would expect to happen during the process.

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November 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bethke was calm and reassuring.

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November 06, 2025

5.0

kind knowledgeable supportive treat me with dignity put me at ease

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November 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bethke is outstanding.

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November 02, 2025

5.0

Bethke is a maestro. He knows what he is doing, has a solid team to back him up. He knows just what to say at a time when your mind is filled with worst case scenarios. I bounced back from the lumpectomy and was on a plane to welcome my new grandson days after surgery.

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November 01, 2025

5.0

Calm, emotionally intelligent, excellent surgeon!!! I feel safe within his care.

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November 01, 2025

5.0

He's obviously very skilled and cares very much about what he does.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

I really like him. He's a very smart man. You can tell he knows what he's doing. He did surgery on me and I feel great. I trust him

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October 24, 2025

5.0

He did a good job.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

He knows what he's doing

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October 17, 2025

5.0

he was kind and compassionate and very thorough

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October 17, 2025

5.0

As I stated above, just a wonderful practice. I am very lucky to have such a caring team.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Excellent Patient care and Communication

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October 14, 2025

5.0

He is beyond amazing in every way. If all doctors were like him, the field of medicine would be so improved.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Skilled. Listens to you.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Excellent results and thorough communication

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October 03, 2025

5.0

This is the second occurrence of breast cancer that Dr. Bethke has treated me for. He explains the care process and his expertise is excellent. He also had a very knowledgeable staff.

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October 03, 2025

5.0

Dr Bethke has been my md since 2007. He continues to show empathy and compassion for his patients. He listens to your concerns

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Sensitive and experienced.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bethke understood the stress of the situation for the patient, gave me written materials that helped me navigate all of the pre-op requirements (and there were many) and clearly explained my initial diagnosis and post-op pathology report. His demeanor was very professional, and also warm and friendly which made a big difference in a situation where I was very uncertain.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

He is smart. He is professional. He was reachable immediately when he had his private practice. I tell him that he is my lucky charm.

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September 27, 2025

5.0

Just absolutely perfect in every way

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September 26, 2025

5.0

Professional and skilled

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September 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bethke was very kind, took time to explain things and answered all of my questions. His demeanor was also very comforting.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Very one good at what they do

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bethke has been kind and supportive. I trust his knowledge and skill in treating breast cancer.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bethke's years of experience was evident in all areas. I chose him based on the comments of other patients and am glad I did.

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Nothing but the best experience

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September 20, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable

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September 15, 2025

5.0

Good Doctor

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September 14, 2025

5.0

He's the best. Discussed and listened to my concerns. Extremely humble and kind.

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September 10, 2025

5.0

Caring and calming

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September 09, 2025

5.0

I have recommended him to all my friends. He is the best

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September 08, 2025

5.0

He is very kind and concerned for his patient. He took time to explain and to be sure I understood my procedure. Asked if there were any questions I might have concerning my outcome and gave me piece of mind.

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September 05, 2025

5.0

Fabulous surgeon. Great communication. Easy-going...

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September 05, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and helpful. He deals with patients all the time but shows true sympathy for his patients.

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September 04, 2025

5.0

He seems to be a real in his field.

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September 02, 2025

5.0

Very kind and gentle and well perform(surgery)

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September 02, 2025

5.0

He was my surgeon 24 years ago & was glad to have him again. He is very experience, knowledgeable & caring.

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September 02, 2025

5.0

Excellent care before, during and after surgery

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September 01, 2025

5.0

Dr Bethke is great Easy to communicate

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August 29, 2025

5.0

Very good surgeon

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August 29, 2025

5.0

very informative

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August 29, 2025

5.0

He is the BEST

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August 29, 2025

5.0

He is the best! Expert & Caring & Professional!

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bethke did not disappoint. I had high expectations for my visit with him and I was so pleased, I am at ease regarding my upcoming procedure. Thank you!

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August 20, 2025

5.0

Compassionate and very through in explanation. The fact he developed a manual to read to help with processing all this information shows he understand the overwhelmingness of this diagnosis

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August 20, 2025

5.0

You note you are #1

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Kevin P. Bethke, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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