John F. Golan, MD

John F. Golan, MD

4.9 
784 ratings  Read Reviews
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Primary Specialty

Vascular Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1978
Residency:
Loyola University Medical Center - 1983
Fellowships:
Baylor University Medical Center - 1984

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery - Vascular Surgery (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

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4.9
4.9 

784 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

March 31, 2022

5.0

Answers all questions thoroughly

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March 30, 2022

5.0

I feel confident that he will make the best decisions for my care. I was a RN and have worked with many DRs and would be comfortable working with him.

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March 30, 2022

5.0

Very nice and personable doctors and staff.

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March 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. John Golan is an excellent doctor, so caring and compassionate.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

My family & I have a fairly long history with Dr. Golan and have always been extremely satisfied with both Dr. Golan & the results of our procedures

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March 28, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable explains everything great reputation

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March 28, 2022

5.0

He and his staff are excellent at what they do.

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March 28, 2022

5.0

Easy to discuss things with and very professional

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March 27, 2022

5.0

Very clear communication. Flexible hours to be seen

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March 26, 2022

5.0

He was personable and great at what he does!

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March 23, 2022

5.0

He was so helpful!

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March 22, 2022

5.0

Experience, ability, and kind. Can’t beat that trifecta.

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Excellent work, excellent care

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March 18, 2022

5.0

Great Doc and friend

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March 16, 2022

5.0

I have seen him before for varicose vein removal - he’s a nice and knowledgeable doctor.

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March 15, 2022

5.0

Professional, informative and caring.

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March 15, 2022

5.0

Informative, kind efficient and highly recommended by other physicians

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March 14, 2022

5.0

He is one of the top notch vascular surgeons and really knows what he is doing.

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, explained everything, good patient care

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Took the time to explain his analysis he called up pictures of the situation so it was easily understandable.

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March 13, 2022

5.0

Very professional, responsive and great communicator.

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March 11, 2022

5.0

He is knowledgeable, listens, explains and I feel I am in good hands.

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March 09, 2022

5.0

Successful fistula. Answers all questions.

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Golan is wonderful - I receive excellent medical care and he is great bedside manner.

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Personable and professional

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March 07, 2022

5.0

The best

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March 07, 2022

5.0

Previously saw Dr Golan. He takes his time with his patient to be sure they understand what he is recommending and answers all patient questions.

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February 21, 2022

5.0

Dr. John Golan is exceptional, caring, his communication skills are excellent.

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February 21, 2022

5.0

Extremely competent

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February 20, 2022

5.0

He listens to patient.

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February 20, 2022

5.0

Excellent team approach and treatment for bleeding varicose veins with inflammation.

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February 17, 2022

5.0

Dr. Golan is the best. Calm demeanor, wonderful bedside manner and excellent at what he does.

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February 15, 2022

5.0

Superb care, skill and attention. Also...fun sense of humor.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

He doesn’t give up. He continues till a solution to the issue is agreed upon.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Golan found a way to address my problem when no one else could.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

At this point in our lives we have a long history with Dr Golan and have always been pleased with his direct and friendly presentation of himself. He knows us well, treats us as respected adults, tells us what he thinks, and gives us a sense that we have been heard and understood. Today he gave us good news and told us he wants to see us in a year. While we'd be happy to see him sooner, a year interval after a visit to a vascular surgeon has a nice ring to it.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

John Golan is an excellent physician who has taken care of my vascular problem for many years.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

Knowledge, manner, efficiency

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February 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Golan is very thoughtful with his patients and takes the time to explain things so you can understand.

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February 08, 2022

5.0

I trust he would treat any new patient with the same care that I had on my appointment with him.

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January 29, 2022

5.0

First meeting went well, Dr. Seemed focused and on purpose. Easy to talk to.

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January 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Golan is a very talented vascular surgeon with great bedside manner. His team is also fantastic. Thank you!

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January 26, 2022

5.0

Very kind, answered all my questions.

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January 26, 2022

5.0

I know several family members and acquaintances who have seen him and they hold him in high regard

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January 25, 2022

5.0

Ability and experience is second to none.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Extremely professional and personal an enjoyable

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Very good experience.

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January 23, 2022

5.0

Very thorough and friendly

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January 22, 2022

5.0

The best

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January 22, 2022

5.0

He takes his time and answers your question/concerns. He’s upfront and I believe is looking out for my best interests

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January 21, 2022

5.0

He is the best vascular surgeon, I have been his patient for over 30 years.

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January 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Golan is extremely knowledgeable and efficient. Also patient oriented which I appreciate. I would recommend him 100% to be to go to vascular surgeon

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January 18, 2022

5.0

I believe Dr Golan knows what he is doing, he communicates well, & I like him.

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January 18, 2022

5.0

Very caring and pleasant.

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January 15, 2022

5.0

Excellent

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January 14, 2022

5.0

Long history with him and good “bedside” manner

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January 14, 2022

5.0

El doctor es muy profesional y perdonable.

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January 13, 2022

4.0

Just met with him briefly and he seems very nice but I don’t have much to go on.

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January 13, 2022

5.0

He is very pleasant to talk too & explains things in detail

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January 12, 2022

5.0

Very good care. Took adequate time, and answered all questions. Very good outcome to procedure.

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January 12, 2022

5.0

Easy to talk with

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January 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Golan’s knowledge, his “bedside manner”, personality are exemplary.

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January 03, 2022

5.0

Very professional, informative and friendly. Walked me through my entire procedure and answered all of my questions thoroughly. And, provided me with his cell phone number should I have any post-procedure questions.

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January 03, 2022

5.0

Very caring and professional

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January 01, 2022

5.0

Have seen Dr. Golan a few times now. Am confident in his skill and care for me and my veins.

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December 31, 2021

5.0

I’ve been happy with him for many years.

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December 28, 2021

5.0

I asked a few people I’m addition to my doctor for a recommendation and Dr Golan’s name was the name mentioned each time

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December 27, 2021

5.0

He was concise, clear about what he was going to do and how he was approaching the surgery, confident, efficient, all while maintaining a compassionate bedside manner.

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December 23, 2021

4.0

Good doctor

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December 23, 2021

5.0

He is wonderful, East’s to talk and companionate and fid a great job on my surgery I am very happy with him.

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December 23, 2021

5.0

Excellent dr in both skill and soft skills

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December 21, 2021

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and highly professional MD Thank you!

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December 21, 2021

5.0

Attentive, explained things well, very compassionate with elderly

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Professional, personable and excellent physician

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Superb proffesionalism

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Personable. Professional integrity.

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December 16, 2021

5.0

Experience, ability, patient relationships

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December 13, 2021

5.0

John is a great vascular surgeon. I have been his patient for years

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December 11, 2021

5.0

He listens

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December 10, 2021

5.0

I've been seeing him for about 15 years so i know him well. He knows his stuff.

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December 09, 2021

5.0

He did a great job and his experience,and expertise was the very best!

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December 08, 2021

5.0

Efficient and informative

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December 07, 2021

5.0

Dr. Golan arranged to see me immediately, took time to fully appreciate my concerns, and addressed my health needs comprehensively. His expertise and compassion were greatly appreciated.

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December 04, 2021

5.0

He treated me kindly and was so very pleasant to talk with about my problem.

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November 30, 2021

5.0

Did a knee bypass 3 years ago, and all is good can hardly see scar

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November 29, 2021

5.0

He’s the best and has great people skills

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November 29, 2021

5.0

Caring Knowledgeable Attentive Organized

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November 28, 2021

5.0

Explained procedure and answered my questions in a manner that I could understand.

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November 27, 2021

5.0

Competency and demeanor of John F, Golan,

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November 23, 2021

5.0

Confident. Caring. Very responsive and approachable. Experienced. Solved my problem.

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November 23, 2021

5.0

Dr. Golan is very nice, took the time needed to review my test results and answer all my questions.

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November 22, 2021

5.0

Straightforward and very knowledgeable. Takes individual needs into account.

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November 22, 2021

5.0

Very informative and easy to talk to.

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November 22, 2021

5.0

Compassionate, trustworthy, top doctor.

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November 19, 2021

5.0

he is the best

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November 18, 2021

5.0

Dr. Golan is very professional, approachable and has a great sense that he truly cares about his patient, I really appreciate that

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November 17, 2021

5.0

Very informative and respectful.

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August 31, 2021

5.0

Excellent surgeon, caring and compassionate!

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August 31, 2021

5.0

Very thorough and caring

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August 30, 2021

5.0

Very informative and not overtly alarming in any way.

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