Summer N. Rochester, DO

4.9

128 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
Complex Robotic Hernia Surgery
Diaphragm Hernia
Hernia Surgery
Skin Cancer
Soft Tissue Tumors

Education

Medical Education:: DO, Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - 2015
Residency:: Prisma Health/University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville (Greenville) - 2021

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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

128 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

56 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

56 Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

She shows great care and compassion for her patients

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February 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. Rochester is both thorough and personable. She took all the time necessary to answer my questions and truly put me at ease. She spoke with me on a human level and never made me feel rushed.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

I have seen a few people for this issue and it was clear she knew how to approach things and was very clear in explaining what to expect

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February 18, 2026

5.0

She was so kind and intelligent and caring

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Summer is the kindest, most thoughtful, most informative, and most personable doctor I have ever met. If she practiced general medicine, she would be the only doctor I consider going to.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

She is kind, responsive, reassuring, and knowledgeable.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Very very knowledgeable and kind very informative

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February 06, 2026

5.0

She's amazing and very professional kind and very knowledgeable

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February 02, 2026

5.0

She is nice , thorough , listens and explains in detail .

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Dr Rochester is very professional and polite and

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January 24, 2026

5.0

I feel safe in Dr Rochester's care

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January 21, 2026

5.0

My consultation with Dr. Rochester was very comprehensive. She was an excellent listener and I felt very respected as a patient. We discussed options, pros and cons, after-care expectations. It definitely felt like a doctor-patient "team" approach and I left confident in the plan of care we discussed.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Dr Rochester is patient friendly and communicates well. She helped me understand my procedure. When I have office visits, I feel welcomed and my questions are addressed.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

She is very thorough and explains everything clearly. She doesn't rush and answers all questions that you might have. Very kind and patient, but I felt like she was very knowledgeable as well.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

She's very personable and knowledgeable

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Dr Rochester was very nice and explained everything. I would highly recommend her

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Super kind ,pleasant well spoken ..very knowledgeable listen to my concerns

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Nicest doctor I've ever met In a young girl and she just is very real and so kind and made me feel like I was gonna make it out of surgery alive lol

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable and kind

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Dr. Rochester is very professional and friendly, applying a practical approach to my surgery needs,

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Good

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January 01, 2026

5.0

She took her time to make sure I was comfortable and made me feel like I was a priority for her. She was the most caring from ER

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rochester is one of the most amazing surgeons I have had the pleasure of meeting. From her personal attention to the perfect surgery that she performed. Her talent should be recognized as top notch. With the surgery she performed on me I had no real after effects. I never needed a pain pill after the surgery. To say the least me recovery was unmatched. Then my 2 week follow up was just as great. She spent enough time with me to make sure that I am good and answered every question that I had. Such an AMAZING surgeon and person. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

From the 1st time meeting her she puts you at ease and makes you feel comfortable that she will do an amazing surgery for you. Now after the surgery my instincts were right. She did an amazing job.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Great visit and super nice!

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rochester takes her time explaining the procedure, answers questions with clear, understandable responses, and truly cares for her patients.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Dr Rochester is patient friendly and helps me feel comfortable and familiar with my medical treatment.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Very informative, surgery went perfect, and she really makes sure you have all your questions answered. Can't recommend her enough.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

She knows what she is doing and explains what will happen in accesible detail.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

For the 1st time meeting Dr Rochester she was very friendly, informative, and compassionate. She put my mind at ease as to how my surgery is going to go. I am looking forward to having her do my surgery.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Dr Rochester, listens to my concerns, & answers my questions...I feel safe in her care.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

She explains lab results and provides option treatments. She is patient friendly and very professional

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November 20, 2025

5.0

She asked me very good questions she discussed my treatment options and scheduled follow up visit.

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November 16, 2025

5.0

she was really nice and listen to my concerns. I am happy I found her!!!

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rochester shared important information about my condition, and provided what options were available. She listened, answered questions and explained everything in a way that in could clearly understand.

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November 01, 2025

5.0

She was wonderful. She listen and answer are questions. Made my brother comfortable and at ease during the whole time.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Very good doctor great bedside manner

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October 25, 2025

5.0

Extremely caring. She was so patient and kind.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

First surgeon I've encountered that has a human personality. On top of it she's a terrific doctor.

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October 23, 2025

5.0

I'd give her an 11 if I could!

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October 21, 2025

5.0

She is a very good doctor, responsible, kind and very efficient in what she does.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

She does a wonderful job and explains facets of the procedure in way that are easily understood.

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October 17, 2025

5.0

She is a very good doctor and always answers all questions.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Rochester was very knowledgeable, made me feel at ease, great bedside manner.

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October 13, 2025

5.0

EXPLAINED VERY CLEARLY

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Very smart, caring, attentive, Dr Rochester is one of the best Drs I have ever dealt with.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Very personable, knows how to explain procedures, excellent surgery, and bed side manner.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

She is excellent!

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October 06, 2025

5.0

She is a fantastic physician. I would highly recommend her.

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October 04, 2025

5.0

Very nice and listens. She seems to really care about her patients

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October 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rochester is great!

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Good

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September 25, 2025

5.0

very happy with her

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Very informative and knowledgeable. Explained things to where a non-medical person understands.

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August 29, 2025

5.0

She is very professional and very clear in her answers.

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August 27, 2025

5.0

Very attentive, informative and professional.

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