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Nitzet M. Velez, MD

4.9

642 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

General Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Abdominal Surgery
Breast Surgery
Colorectal Surgery
Gallbladder Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery
Skin Cancer
Soft Tissue Tumors
Thyroid Surgery

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Wisconsin Madison School of Medicine - 1996
Residency:: University of Toledo - 2003

Languages Spoken

Spanish

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:: Kishwaukee Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

642 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

44 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

44 Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

She was a sweet lady, and she took the time to explain what she was doing and why

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April 24, 2025

5.0

She did an excellent job and my recovery went well with minimal pain. Very pleased with results.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

She is personable and extremely knowledgeable. She does excellent work and explains things well.

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and pleasant.

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April 12, 2025

5.0

Because she took the time to explain almost everything to me

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Velez has the best bedside manner. She is professional, pleasant and positive. She is the best!

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Velez explains things very thoroughly and in a way everyone can understand. Plus you can tell she cares about her patients and their overall health and well being.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

She was very nice

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March 13, 2025

5.0

Beautifully explained my operation and why I was having it.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Experienced doctor and trust her

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Is dedicated to patient's care. Exp k aimed surgery well.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

She was so kind when she came in to talk to me while I was in the hospital about having the surgery and she explained everything I needed to know and answered all my questions. She also came to see me before surgery and it was nice to know I was in very good, and recommended, hands for my surgery. I would recommend her to anyone who needs the surgery I got. I don't know much about during my surgery of course but I can say she had to have done an absolutely amazing job because I was feeling fantastic in just a few days. Best surgeon to have for my first ever surgery.

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Velez is knowledgeable and takes time to explain things.

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February 20, 2025

5.0

She took a lot of time to explain everything she could to us so we weren't nearly as confused as we could've been

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February 17, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and professional, very kind

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February 13, 2025

5.0

Thorough, professional and kind

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Very nice and relatable personality. Performed very good surgery.

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January 30, 2025

5.0

She listened and told me what she thought I needed.

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January 12, 2025

5.0

Dr Velez is a kind person, she has the knowledge and explained to me everything with patient until I understand the plan for my surgery. Happy no have her in my care team And also Kim she is so nice and kind. Happy with the surgery care I have been receiving

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December 29, 2024

5.0

She explained things so I could understand them. Felt comfortable from the start

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December 24, 2024

5.0

She is a very skilled and caring surgeon.

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December 20, 2024

5.0

She is the nicest medical professional I have come in contact with at NWM, very caring and listens to your needs, I would highly recommend her

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December 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Velez is very caring and is interested in her patients. She wants the very best for her patients. Her communication is excellent, and she makes sure you understand everything.

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December 08, 2024

5.0

She just made me feel heard, and super comfortable

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December 04, 2024

5.0

Love her manner

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Caring and personable

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November 22, 2024

5.0

Explained everything very well, never seemed like she was in a hurry or trying to get to the next patient.

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November 14, 2024

5.0

Very personable

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November 04, 2024

5.0

She was very nice, cordial, friendly and knowledgeable. She was cleaning a wound and was very careful and considerate to my pain levels

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November 01, 2024

5.0

She's amazing! And her Nurse navigator Kim is also great!

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October 28, 2024

5.0

Listened to all my questions and answered all of them.and asked numerous times if I understood everything

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October 28, 2024

5.0

As I said before, Dr. Velez is a Treasure, you are lucky to have her on Staff.

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October 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Velez explains everything and cares about her patients.

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October 15, 2024

5.0

Very thorough in providing information and guidelines for care.

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October 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Velez is a very sweet lady. She took care of my late husband and myself before. She's very approachable, very knowledgeable, professional, sympathetic for what you're going through, and friendly.

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October 03, 2024

5.0

Dr.Velez was very nice and took her time explaining what she thought, recommended and made sure I understood everything.

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October 03, 2024

5.0

Excellent explains everything caring and understanding.

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September 23, 2024

5.0

She called me personally at 5:45 pm on a Friday night to give me the good news regarding my surgery! Dr. Velez cares about me as a patient and has been thorough and honest about my care.

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September 23, 2024

5.0

Will listen and explain

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September 18, 2024

5.0

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Velez. She was absolutely wonderful. Her bedside manner, the fact that she explained everything to me, her encouragement during my procedure when it became uncomfortable, and her all around down to earth personality was truly remarkable.

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September 16, 2024

5.0

She's great ,,

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September 11, 2024

5.0

Very personable, knowledgeable, explained things well, took her time, made sure I had no questions.

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September 04, 2024

5.0

He speaks Spanish, is friendly and answered all my questions.

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September 04, 2024

5.0

She is amazing

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Disclosures

Nitzet M. Velez, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

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