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James A. Gianfrancisco, MD

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Colon and Rectal Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

Benign Anorectal Surgery
Benign Esophageal Disorder
Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal Disorders
Crohn’s Disease Surgery
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Hemorrhoids
Inherited Colorectal Cancer Syndromes

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1973
Internship:: OSF Little Company of Mary Hospital - 1974
Residency:: Cook County Health and Hospitals System - 1978
Fellowships:: Cook County Health and Hospitals System - 1981

Board Certifications

American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery (Certified)
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:: Palos Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

163 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

67 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

67 Reviews

August 30, 2023

5.0

What Great doctor.Explains everything.Takes time with you.Great doctor and person.Very impressed with all of his office and him.

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August 30, 2023

5.0

Doctor was thorough, and answered all of my questions.

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August 30, 2023

5.0

Spends quality time with patient Answers any questions I may have Great personality Respects patient views Respects the patients opinions Answers questions by patient Explains all medical issues and treatments Wonderful personality that puts patient at ease

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable very thorough with procedure and explanation.

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August 16, 2023

4.0

I like him

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August 02, 2023

5.0

He is an an amazing doctor. He is very knowledgeable and compassionate,patient and treats you as a person not a piece of meat.

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August 02, 2023

5.0

Dr. GIANFRANCISCO is very knowledgeable and easy going when dealing with his patients.

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July 26, 2023

5.0

Super laid-back, extremely knowledgeable and very informative

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July 20, 2023

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr Gianfrancisco for many years. I feel comfortable with him, his skills and knowledge

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July 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gianfrancisco is very kind, take his time to answer questions, and he has a gift explaining what the issue is. I also love that he respects his patientsâ€™ time, I donâ€™t think I have waited for him more than 10 minutes at the most.

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July 13, 2023

5.0

DR. G is very knowledgeable, informative and personable. It is obvious he cares about his patients.

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gianfrancisco & staff very professional.

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July 11, 2023

5.0

His optimism about the procedure made me more relaxed and confident of his skills.

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July 10, 2023

5.0

I have been a patient for many years. I have total faith in his abilities and decisions about my care.

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July 07, 2023

5.0

Down to earth , very knowledgeable, sits and explains what's going on what to look forward to.

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July 05, 2023

5.0

Great attitude

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June 29, 2023

5.0

Explained everything recommended ways to do care

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June 28, 2023

5.0

He is the best!

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June 28, 2023

5.0

His bedside manner and explanations of things are great.

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June 27, 2023

5.0

I have known this man for what seems like forever. He has good ethics, character, is very informative, he explains well & makes sure you understand. He has a calm demeanor, he is respectful. HE LISTENS, he stays informed & up to date in his field of practice. HE DOESN'T JUST MEDICATE, he looks to other resources & healthful ways. Whatever might have been misunderstood &/or missed or confusing during an office visit, his staff is there to back it up, to explain & if necessary be a go between. What I always saw & had was what I thought a wonderful doctor with a fantastic staff all greatly appreciated & not much the norm now a days.

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June 27, 2023

5.0

he is an exceptional doctor.

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June 21, 2023

5.0

Very friendly and was through with his explanation of my upcoming procedure. He sat with me answering all my questions without making me feel hurried!

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Experienced with a top notch staff.

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June 11, 2023

5.0

He and his old and new staff are fantastic! Hes a great doctor and will be missed when he retires.

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June 05, 2023

5.0

He is a very nice man! And explains everything you ask him!

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Dr Gianfrancisco had great bedside manor, was patient, took his time to listen and explain everything to me. Also, mihaela was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Both very nice!

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May 24, 2023

5.0

He explained everything in detail so I understood and was pn my paperwork to.

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May 17, 2023

5.0

Explained everything thoroughly made me feel comfortable

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May 03, 2023

5.0

Very likely to recommend Dr. Gianfrancisco to care of family and friends

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May 01, 2023

5.0

He is a great doctor.

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April 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. G knows weâ€™ll what he is doing, explains everything well, and is empathetic towards my concerns

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April 26, 2023

5.0

He is the total package of experience, care and explaining the process.

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April 19, 2023

5.0

I feel so comfortable speaking with him, it feels to me as itâ€™s a conversation that is very comfortable. I feel open to ask questions and I know those questions will be backed up with answers from years of experience.

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April 07, 2023

5.0

Very theory on explaining the procedures and care the patient needs.

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April 06, 2023

5.0

Sincerely cares about my overall health and wellbeing

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April 05, 2023

5.0

He was very thorough

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April 05, 2023

5.0

Very personable. Explains evy in detail. Great bedside manner.

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March 29, 2023

5.0

Excellent service

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March 29, 2023

5.0

Dr G listened as I explained my high anxiety for the exam.His response was compassionate and put me at ease almost instantly. 5 Stars for his bed side manner. I so grateful to him.

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March 01, 2023

5.0

He was very informative on what I needed to do explaining things clearly and understanding what I needed to do I was pleased with the service I was provided

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March 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gianfrancisco was personable, patient and informative.

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February 24, 2023

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr. G for many years. I trust him. Very caring.

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February 23, 2023

5.0

Great guy. I wish all doctors were like him.

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February 22, 2023

5.0

He had a very good bedside manner and was thorough with his explanations of care.

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February 20, 2023

5.0

Explained everything in detail and friendly.

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February 06, 2023

4.0

Same as above. He cares

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February 02, 2023

5.0

Very profesional Doctor and Nice person.

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February 01, 2023

5.0

He is very gentle and explains everything thoroughly.

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January 26, 2023

5.0

He takes the time necessary to explain clearly the treatment and the reasons for them. He treats you with kindness and respect. Not a peace of meat in a butcher shop.

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January 26, 2023

4.0

Doesn't appear to be in a hurry, answers questions.

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January 26, 2023

5.0

Great â€œbedside mannerâ€. Caring, thoughtful, friendly.

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January 12, 2023

5.0

The care I receive exceeds my expectations.

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January 12, 2023

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and thorough. Very trustworthy for reliable health information.

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December 07, 2022

5.0

Unbelievable physician and very through

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December 05, 2022

5.0

Heâ€™s a true professional

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November 30, 2022

5.0

He is an amazing doctor/ person. He takes the time needed to explain clearly the problem and how it is going to be care for. He doesnâ€™t treat you like a piece of meat in a butcher shop.

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November 27, 2022

5.0

Dr Gianfrancisco is caring, compassionate and very professional. He helped me so much over the years and he continues to do so.

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November 22, 2022

5.0

I've known him for a long rime and he's always made the best decisions for my health needs

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November 21, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gianfrancisco's extreme competence and caring attitude are exceptional.

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November 02, 2022

5.0

The Doctor knows his stuff

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November 02, 2022

5.0

Heâ€™s a great doctor

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October 31, 2022

5.0

Thorough, helpful recommendations to improve care

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October 26, 2022

5.0

Dr. explains things which are easy to understand and makes you feel at ease.

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October 24, 2022

5.0

Dr Gianfrancisco has been my doctor for several operations . I have complete confidence in him

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October 19, 2022

5.0

He is wonderful

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October 12, 2022

5.0

Dr Gianfrancisco is very through and explains everything so you understand what he is saying.

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October 12, 2022

5.0

excellent medical service

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Disclosures

James A. Gianfrancisco, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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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