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Jeffrey D. Wayne, MD

4.9

833 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Melanoma and Sarcoma Surgery

Secondary Specialty

Surgical Oncology

Meet The Doctor

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2 Hearts at Stake

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Practice Focus Areas

Basal Cell Carcinoma
Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST)
Melanoma
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Regional Therapies for Advanced Melanoma
Sarcoma
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Boston University School of Medicine - 1992
Residency:: University of Chicago - 1999
Fellowships:: University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center - 2001

Media

Meet The Doctor

Meet The Doctor

March 19, 2018

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 Lake Forest Hospital

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

833 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

August 30, 2022

5.0

He is a no nonsense surgeon very focused

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Compassionate, willing to listen, he makes me feel like he is in my corner.

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August 30, 2022

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and I trust him.

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Both he and his resident were pleasant, answered questions , inspired confidence

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Very professional

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Gave very good explanation and very clear path ahead .

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Professional, caring, competent.

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August 21, 2022

5.0

His professional demeanor, patience and openness gives me reason to trust his judgement. I really wanted to have the surgery at this time, as recommended by Dr. Wayne, but work demands make this very difficult. I hope that my requested delay doesn't complicate matters. I can't say that I'm looking forward to this surgery next February, but with Dr. Wayne's involvement at least I'll have some peace of mind until then.

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August 21, 2022

5.0

I seriously doubt that there's a better surgeon for me.

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August 21, 2022

5.0

Outstanding medical attention !Question as been repeated several times. Thank you. Outstanding team. See above.

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August 20, 2022

5.0

Excellent communications. Excellent academic medical center care delivered to me with Dr. Wayne and his team.

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August 19, 2022

5.0

Work product lives up to his reputation.

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August 19, 2022

5.0

Very thorough, professional, and personable.

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August 19, 2022

5.0

Very professional. Very thorough.

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August 18, 2022

5.0

He knows what he is doing. He is patient and well informed. He explained everything so I could understand it. He is gentle and kind. He cares for his patients.

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Good bedside manner

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August 16, 2022

5.0

He is well educated. I trust him completely.

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August 12, 2022

5.0

He is an authority in his field snd he has a very comforting character.

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August 12, 2022

5.0

Personable, knowledgeable, compassionate

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August 10, 2022

5.0

Good communication of medical condition and manner.

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August 10, 2022

5.0

Dr Wayne is very professional, as well as warm and caring. His connection with the Sarcoma Board was an added bonus. He fully explains the illness and plan of action. He allows for time for the patient and family member to ask questions. I felt very confident being under his care.

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August 09, 2022

5.0

He is a very good doctor and he really cares about his work

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wayne is VERY knowledgeable and provided me information that I did not receive from other hospitals. I am glad he made the time to meet with me.

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August 06, 2022

5.0

He is always very friendly.

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August 06, 2022

5.0

He's the best as far as I am concerned.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

explained the whole procedure to me

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August 05, 2022

4.0

Had to reschedule my May appointment. Today was the first available day. “Scolding “ was unnecessary.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

I love Dr Wayne. He combines the best of professional and personal and is always on time.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

He is kind. He listens. He explains things in a way I can understand.

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August 02, 2022

5.0

Excellent care

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August 02, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and works promptly. Obviously knows his stuff.

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August 01, 2022

5.0

Great bedside manner

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July 31, 2022

5.0

His experience Good bedside manner

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July 29, 2022

5.0

He cured me and so pleasant

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July 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wayne is simply the best!!

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Great Doctor.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

I liked his approach. Spoke well of plan. Made me feel comfortable and confident I'm in good hands

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July 26, 2022

5.0

He’s top of his game to me. I work with providers here at NM and he exemplifies why this hospital with its surgeons and providers are so recognized for the great things they do here.

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July 24, 2022

5.0

There is not one thing he could improve on

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July 24, 2022

5.0

He kept me informed on everything that was about to happen I think he's a very knowledgeable doctor

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July 23, 2022

5.0

He’s amazing

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July 23, 2022

4.0

His bedside manner needs work, but he's very good at what he does.

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July 23, 2022

5.0

Dr Wayne is pleasant, knowledgeable, professional and took his time to explain everything and allowed for time to answer questions.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

Very Professional!

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July 19, 2022

5.0

He's the best. He saved my life

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wayne explain the details very clearly. I felt very comfortable!

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July 19, 2022

5.0

From the start he has made me feel like a family member. His care has always made me feel at ease. I trust his judgement every step of the way

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July 11, 2022

5.0

I felt very comfortable in Dr. Wayne's hands as he was recommended by more than one physician in Northwestern. Also, I have had NO PAIN in my foot or the location of the biopsy. That is AMAZING.

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July 11, 2022

3.0

Dr Wayne clearly knows what he's doing, but he always seems to be in a hurry and I end up feeling like I'm bothering him or that I'm a waste of his time. I don't know if he actually cares about me, but he seems to have done a great job operating on me and I'm healing well. I would end up recommending him to someone, but with the caveat that they shouldn't expect him to be very present or have any bedside manner.

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July 10, 2022

5.0

He is amazing

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July 08, 2022

5.0

Clearly delineated the status and path forward for the diagnosis and treatment protocol. Very professional with assessment and informative with details surrounding clinical pathway forward.

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July 02, 2022

5.0

Excellent patient care!

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July 02, 2022

5.0

My oncologist recommended Dr. Wayne as did my dermatologist. Dr. Wayne has a stellar reputation. I feel very lucky to be in his care. Dr. Wayne was very thorough in explaining the process I will undergo in Surgery and took time with me and was very kind. I feel very good about being in his hands.

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July 02, 2022

5.0

Knowledge

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July 01, 2022

5.0

Just All Around Great Information!

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July 01, 2022

5.0

In addition, he is knowledgeable, direct, and caring.

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July 01, 2022

5.0

He’s a great doctor, I have all the confidence in him

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July 01, 2022

5.0

Highly regarded by other doctors

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wayne has proven he is one of the best in his field. His knowledge, expertise and compassionate nature make him an excellent doctor and I am blessed to have him as a part of my care team. Thank you.

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Provides expert medical attention.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Excellent credentials and care

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Buen dr y con mucha experiencia

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Very professional and explained my upcoming surgery on July 18 in great details.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Plus Dr. Wayne is a skilled surgeon.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

He is extremely competent and also so likeable. I was in the hospital today for my 9-year checkup and it was very good. Next year is my last one and I am excited.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Very satisfied the way he greeted us my daughter and myself and explained everything to us in our language nice manner

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June 26, 2022

5.0

They Work So well together and the Professionalism was Awesome

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June 25, 2022

5.0

Dr. Wayne was wonderful. Tentative to my needs and extremely nice when taking his time to walk me through all of my questions. Wonderful staff, wonderful hospital, wonderful doctor!

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June 24, 2022

5.0

Terrific doctor

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June 21, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable

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June 20, 2022

5.0

Felt great confidence in his care. Terrific doctor. Thank you.

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June 18, 2022

5.0

He is easy to talk too

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June 17, 2022

5.0

Doctor Jeffrey D. Wayne, is outstanding physician. He is extremely knowledgeable, caring, professional, companioned and true SME in his field of work.

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June 17, 2022

5.0

Liked him. Good. Results

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Very Professional !

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June 14, 2022

5.0

Very Professional!!

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June 13, 2022

5.0

Not only is Dr. Wayne an expert in his field but he listens well and made me feel comfortable in a situation that was worrisome.

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June 10, 2022

5.0

compassion

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June 10, 2022

1.0

Too busy to meet with patients. I feel like a part in a factory to be serviced rather than a human being who is going through the single most traumatic experience in my life.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Dr.Wayne exemplifies what I want in a surgeon who will performing my melanoma surgery…vast knowledge, bringing clarity to my situation and listened & answered my questions and concerns.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Professional, successful intervention

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and with real concern for my health.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

My treatment provided by Dr. Wayne has been very professional and understanding of my medical problem and taking necessary care to correct the situation.

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June 04, 2022

5.0

My doctor now for four years since my surgery, Dr Wayne is very professional yet takes time to answer questions, address concerns. Clear about ongoing treatment and follow up

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, direct, personable without cloying. He comes highly recommended by his peers.

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June 01, 2022

5.0

Very Informative

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May 31, 2022

4.0

He was kind, but clearly in a hurry to get to his next patient.

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May 27, 2022

5.0

He is very intelligent and caring.

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May 26, 2022

5.0

The best, of the best ......

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May 26, 2022

5.0

Great care and bedside manner-

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Quick and precise liked that he was teaching a medical student as well.

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Great meeting Dr. Wayne, he took his time, I did not feel rushed and he informed me of my entire procedure

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May 24, 2022

5.0

I'm still alive and well, since my surgery and think he is appropriately careful and thorough.

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May 24, 2022

5.0

His professionalism was demonstrated by the knowledge of his field

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Great doctor! Made me feel s little more at ease.

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Expertise and efficiency and compassionate care

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May 23, 2022

5.0

Excellent care

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May 21, 2022

5.0

Doing everything to keep patient free from returning melanoma

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May 20, 2022

5.0

He was so good people have trouble finding where the incision was PS He’s a great dresser

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Very thorough and as my referring doctor told me,”he’s the best in his field”. I certainly agree.

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