David O. Woodard, MD

4.9

582 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

General Surgery

Secondary Specialty

Bariatric Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

Education

Medical Education:: MD, SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine - 1987
Residency:: Rush University Medical Center - 1992

Board Certifications

American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional 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

4.9

4.9

582 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

60 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

60 Reviews

April 26, 2024

5.0

because from the doctor from the nurse to the doctor, everybody explained everything to me very thoroughly

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Very confident,just seems like a great doc. Highly recommended

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April 15, 2024

5.0

He was upbeat and friendly plus explained options and next steps very clearly.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Very positive and attentive

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Terrific doctor! Explained everything, a good listener, followed up like he said he would. Replied in a timely manner to the MyChart question I had. Highly recommended!

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Very down to earth and have excellent bed side manners

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Friendly, thorough, detailed explanations

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March 29, 2024

5.0

Dr.woodard cares and he does listen to his patients.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

He seemed friendly,knowledgeable, and empathetic.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Really took the time to look into my chart and record and my life and plan the best course of action.

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March 23, 2024

5.0

He really cares and takes time to explain things_even gives his cellphone number to you

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March 22, 2024

5.0

He is extremely caring, intelligent, and professional

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Doctor Woodard is professional, friendly, puts his patients at ease, takes his time with you and answers any questions. He is truly a great doctor and surgeon!

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Always cognizant of patient's needs

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Good Dr

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March 11, 2024

5.0

He seems like a very good doctor to me.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

He call me on the phone. Old school is the BEST

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March 03, 2024

5.0

Professional/Pleasant/Knowledgeable

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March 01, 2024

5.0

He's amazing! He tells you exactly what you need to do to be successful. He makes sure you understand everything and that you are comfortable with all the decisions

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February 15, 2024

5.0

In addition to the above he looks me in the eye when he speaks to me. He may be busy and is time conscientious but I don't feel rushed. I feel heard and that my health concerns matter. Now in this modern day where there is so much conversation centered around diversity and inclusion, Dr. Woodard & his team receives 5 stars! My obvious ethnic differences did not negatively or positively impact my care. This is how it should be, I was and am being treated like a "patient" with a concern and that's the best inclusion outcome that one could ask for.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Woodard is outstanding. I feel blessed to have him as my doctor. His personality sets you at ease, he is definitely a professional. In addition he makes sure that you understand everything he will be taking care of for me, his patient.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Professional Friendly I had confidence in his advice

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February 12, 2024

5.0

He explained my medical plan to me in a clear way making sure I left with no questions and no worries

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February 10, 2024

5.0

He's friendly, casual, and easy to talk to.

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February 09, 2024

5.0

He shows care for my well-being and health.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and he treats patients well

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Very efficient in discussing options

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Professional Friendly Listens to concerns Provides a solution

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January 19, 2024

5.0

Excellent Surgeon and very nice and caring Dr.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

He was very nice and very courteous. And he told me what the problem was. And that's the way I want my doctors to talk to me. Thank you. I recommend him to anybody.

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January 15, 2024

5.0

He did my gastric sleeve surgery. I want him to do the surgery for a hernia.

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January 14, 2024

5.0

Was very impressed with our meeting, Doctor Woodard was professional, explained everything to me and answered any questions I had.

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January 12, 2024

5.0

Dr Woodard is first a professional, but is gifted with a personality that sets you at ease, is patient, thorough, and explains everything so you know what to expect. I am so fortunate that he shared some test results my other Dr had not. Thank you.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Woodard exudes confidence in what he does which alleviated much of my fear of the procedure. He listened to my concerns & addressed them. I was very much more at ease after my appointment with him as was my husband.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Very friendly & professional. Good communicator

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December 25, 2023

5.0

Very Professional and to the Point.

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December 22, 2023

5.0

Always listens and is caring

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December 22, 2023

5.0

I've had a few procedures by Dr Woodard, and have complete faith and trust in him and my outcomes.

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December 08, 2023

5.0

Excellent surgeon and communicates very well. Thorough!

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Dr Woodard was vey professional,very nice great bedside manner

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December 02, 2023

5.0

Great doctor. Details in procedure to remove gallbladder

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November 27, 2023

5.0

He did a great job and I felt I received great care.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

He really listened to me and he explained things to me in a way that I understood. I feel very comfortable with knowing he will be performing my surgical procedure.

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Compassionate and very personable.

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November 19, 2023

5.0

Dr Woodard is simply the best!

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Very honest about the risks and benefits.

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November 10, 2023

5.0

I really think he's funny and amazing. He explain things exactly how it's going to be.

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October 27, 2023

5.0

Very friendly and efficient work. Very knowledgeable about subject matter.

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October 27, 2023

5.0

Experienced and friendly

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October 25, 2023

4.0

Same as above. Things I liked: he seemed to have looked at my history; knew pcp's name even though he is outside NW; understanding the hiatal hernia was my primary reason for being there (not dismissive); not in a rush; thorough explanations.

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October 20, 2023

5.0

Yesterday was my first time meeting Dr. Woodard. Wow he is fantastic! Great personality and very caring. I would highly recommend him!

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October 20, 2023

5.0

HE IS THE BEST, TAKES TIME TO TALK TO YOU, EXPLAIN THINGS A VERY CARING DOCTOR

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October 09, 2023

5.0

Dr. Woodward establishes instant repoire with his patients.

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October 03, 2023

5.0

Professionalism, knowledge, kindness, approachability, genuine concern for patients.

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September 28, 2023

5.0

The staff, nurses and Doctor are all extremely professional and kind.

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September 25, 2023

5.0

Excellent service. Excellent team. Juana/Taylor/Erin were amazing. Kameela is a great leader. Surgeon personally called with results and next steps

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September 22, 2023

5.0

Extremely professional and explains stuff well

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September 14, 2023

5.0

Very personable & helps give ideas to help achieve goals.

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September 08, 2023

5.0

I found Dr Woodard to be a good mix of very skilled, confident and personable. I felt I was in excellent hands for my surgery

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September 04, 2023

5.0

He is the best !

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Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

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