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Michael S. Vercillo, MD

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369 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Thoracic Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

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Reasons to Schedule a Visit

This medical professional may be a good choice for you if you are looking for care for any of the following:

Bronchogenic cyst
Chest/sternal mass (mediastinal, supraclavicular, thymoma)
Elevated diaphragm (diaphramagmatic plication)
Emphysema or copd
Empyema
Esophageal duplication cyst
Esophageal leiomyoma
Esophageal mass or cancer or esophagus removal (esophagectomy)
Esophageal or zenkers diverticulum
Esophageal perforation
Hyperhidrosis (craniofacial, palmar)
Lung cyst or bullae
Mediastinal/chest mass removal (thymectomy)
Narrowing or blockage of airway, or tracheal stenosis

Phrenic nerve injury or elevated diaphragm
Pneumothorax (collapsed lung)
Post sternotomy problems
Pulmonary sequestration
Rib fracture(s)
Robotic surgery
Substernal goiter
Surgery for mesothelioma (pleurectomy)
Sympathectomy
Thymic hyperplasia
Tracheal mass or tracheal removal (trachea resection)
Tracheomalacia
Trouble swallowing (achalasia, esophageal dysmotility, esophageal stricture)

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Chicago Medical School - 2007
Residency:: Rush University Medical Center - 2013
Fellowships:: Rush University Medical Center - 2015

Board Certifications

American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)
American Board of Thoracic Surgery/Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant 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:: Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center

Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Palos Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

369 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

53 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

53 Reviews

February 24, 2026

5.0

He explains the procedure in layman's terms and does not hurry the visit. He is very detailed and you are able to ask many questions

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February 23, 2026

5.0

He's a great profissional, who explain calm and clearly what was going and what to do.

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February 21, 2026

5.0

Dr. Vercillo is an excellent thoracic surgeon. He performed surgery on me in late 2024 which was very successful. He has followed up with me on my progress and explains results of my ct scans. He is very upbeat and explains things in an easy manner.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Caring and knowledgeable

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Handled my case with successful surgery and thorough explanation of next steps

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February 17, 2026

5.0

He was wonderful very patient and comforting! He explained everything and said if you have questions please don't hesitate to call me!

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January 31, 2026

5.0

Dr Vercillo was very thoughtful and gave me choices on how to proceed with the information given to me. I appreciated his kindness and candor.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Cause he's got a sense of humor a touch or sarcasm.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring. Explained all aspects of my upcoming surgery

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Dr. Vercillo is very friendly super nice guy and answered all my questions!!

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December 22, 2025

5.0

He explained everything and answered all of our questions.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Personable, professional, knowledgeable, explained everything in detail. Wonderful physician and person.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

He is patient and kind in his delivery of results of tests and future plans. He never rushes and answers all our questions

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Very professional and engaged in all facets of my pre-surgery, surgery and post surgery, We felt we were in excellent hands.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vercillo was very thorough in explaining things clearly. He has a very reassuring manner about him.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

He is amazing as a prompt concerned and patient doctor

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vercillo is good at explaining my medical condition and is willing to answer any questions I have. Very friendly and professional.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable. Very personable. He made us feel extremely comfortable.

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November 29, 2025

5.0

Kind,expert in his field.

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November 29, 2025

4.0

At first I thought I picked the wrong Dr. he doesn't mix his word. Straight forward. After talking with him it got better. He really explained everything for me that my 2 other drs didn't. He is the doctor for me going forward.

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November 22, 2025

5.0

Very professional and explained procedure in detail that I fully understood

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November 04, 2025

5.0

He's awesome and explains everything. He also helped me come up with decisions instead of just telling me what he thought himself and really explained every thing on both of my options. Highly recommend

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November 01, 2025

5.0

He explains the CT in terms I understand. The plans going forward were discussed with me and agreed to.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

Great Dr, skilled and great bedside manner. Made a scary diagnosis and situation feel manageable. I always felt better after speaking with him and his surgical team.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vercillo patiently listened to my concerns and explained procedures for me.

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October 12, 2025

5.0

He is the best!

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October 10, 2025

5.0

He explains everything to you in a nice relaxed way that makes you feel at ease before going thru the procedure.

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September 28, 2025

5.0

DR VERCILLO WAS WONDERFUL.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Very reasonable and made me feel at ease. Did not rush me.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Personable, see reasons above.

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. S Vercillo seems to have a lot of experience expertise in his field.

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September 08, 2025

5.0

Explains the condition in detail, easy to understand and talk to.

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September 07, 2025

5.0

Very professional treatment but also, and most important, very personal.

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September 06, 2025

5.0

Patient and kind

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September 03, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable. Puts you at ease. Talks to you in real life terms breaking down all the medical jargon. I felt like I was meeting with a friend and very professional.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

He answered all my questions and concerns in a very understandable and patient manner. He impressed me as a caring and experienced doctor.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and easy to talk to about my issues.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Great Doctor!

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August 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Vercillo is a fantastic surgeon. He takes all the time needed to ensure you understand everything, and doesn't rush through appointments. I'm about to have my second lung surgery performed by him, and there's no one I trust more.

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August 22, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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August 20, 2025

5.0

A very caring physician which I greatly appreciate

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August 19, 2025

5.0

Great people skills. Very experienced lung surgeon. He gave clear, detailed answers to my questions. I enjoyed his positive attitude and would definitely recommend this doctor.

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August 12, 2025

5.0

He was very helpful, professional, and explained everything ahead of time.

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August 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vercillo was very professional and provided excellent care during my surgery and post surgical visit.

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August 06, 2025

5.0

Provided helpful and understandable medical information.

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August 02, 2025

5.0

He reassured me that I would be fine. I trusted his expertise

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July 15, 2025

5.0

Excellent communication about my condition and possible treatments

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July 11, 2025

5.0

Thorough discussion and took time to explain / outline steps for treatment plan. Very informative and cordial demeanor

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July 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vercillo explained the CT scan findings to me in detail, using terms I could understand. He was professional and friendly. I felt valued as a patient.

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June 21, 2025

5.0

Best doctor I have had.

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June 12, 2025

5.0

The medical expertise displayed in addressing my medical issues

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June 04, 2025

5.0

Dr Vercillo is awesome! He explained things clearly and discussed options with suggestion of best option for patient. He is super patient to answer all of my questions thought my chart and in the office follow-up appointments. My surgery went very well.

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May 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vercillo,is a great doctor he is very down to earth and explains things so you understand..

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Disclosures

Michael S. Vercillo, 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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