John F. Golan, MD

John F. Golan, MD

4.9 
890 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 

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100 Most Recent Reviews

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100 Most Recent Reviews

August 26, 2022

5.0

He is a personal care doctor he doesn’t speak to his patients thinking that hey understand medical terms he carfully exsplanes everything

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable. Made me feel comfortable with procedure. Explained the reason for laser.

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August 20, 2022

5.0

He knows what he’ll he is doing

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August 16, 2022

5.0

He is very competent and kind. He made the procedure painless.

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August 15, 2022

5.0

He is very good at what he does.

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August 15, 2022

5.0

He is simply a good doctor.

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August 15, 2022

5.0

Pleasant and easy to talk to. Has lots of experience.

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Professional, kind, caring and wants to help.

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Overall demeanor and expiations of alternatives

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August 05, 2022

5.0

Very professional, responsive and good bedside manner.

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August 03, 2022

5.0

I am glad that I choose Dr Golan to be my vain doctor. Highly knowledgeable, professional, thoughtful, and at the same time , a person with a sense of humor. He with patience explained me my health problem and the way to solve it. Dr Golan did excellent job by performing surgery on both my legs.

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July 29, 2022

5.0

Informative, knowledgeable and shows genuine concern

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July 28, 2022

5.0

He just puts one at ease….

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July 22, 2022

5.0

He was gracious and professional and extremely helpful in sharing the details of my carotid artery’s status. I felt comfortable and his caring manner was truly appreciated.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

He explained everything he was doing before the surgery and during. He is very calm and reassuring.

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July 20, 2022

5.0

Very personable and professional.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

He’s always the best, he cares

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July 17, 2022

5.0

Takes all the necessary time and answers all questions. Personable.

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July 16, 2022

5.0

I can't imagine why anyone would go elsewhere.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Good bedside manner

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Great doctor

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July 10, 2022

5.0

He is amazingly gifted

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July 07, 2022

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr. Golan's for several years. I am very happy with the results he provides.

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July 06, 2022

5.0

Very professional, seems very knowledgeable, nice demeanor.

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July 06, 2022

5.0

Takes the time to explain, in detail, the surgery and recovery.

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July 04, 2022

5.0

He is excellent, caring, thorough.

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Very impressed with his skills & Dr. Golan puts you at ease during the procedure. I am a repeat patient

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June 28, 2022

5.0

He has performed surgery on me before and was excellent and kind.

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June 27, 2022

5.0

He is probably one of the best vascular surgeons in. Chicago.

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June 27, 2022

5.0

I had May-Thurner disease, Dr. Golan provided the necessary care to save my mobility in my leg.

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June 24, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable, listens, responds, discusses, derives a mutually agreed plan of action

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June 17, 2022

5.0

He is the best in his field of practice

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June 16, 2022

5.0

The list of reasons I gave Dr. Golan a 10 is because of all the doctors I interact with, he is truly number 1. His calm demeanor and his always reassuring manner is comforting to me as a patient. I told him today I always feel better after seeing him. He doesn’t rush to doing a procedure. He says sometimes when we do certain things the result puts aren’t what we want. So let’s keep an eye on this here is what you need to know and if you see this happening you need to be in touch or go to emergency.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

He’s an experienced, well respected surgeon, and my husband’s results were exceptional. I’m expecting that mine will be as well.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

He was very helpful

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Great at what he does and explaining procedure.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

professional and personable, listens well and responds to all questions and concerns.

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June 06, 2022

5.0

I have seen Dr. Golan in the past for my leg circulation issues and he is always great and professional!

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June 02, 2022

5.0

He is very informative and personable. Easy to talk to. Oh, and did a great job !

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May 24, 2022

5.0

thorough explanation of reasons for treatment recommendation

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May 23, 2022

5.0

Gentle soul but smart and speaks plainly

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Great doctor.

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Very cordial

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May 19, 2022

5.0

Spends time needed to explain diagnosis and plan. Very experienced. Pleasant.

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May 19, 2022

1.0

Glenview office is not helpful. See comments above.

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May 19, 2022

5.0

Have faith in him

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May 19, 2022

5.0

Good doctor.

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May 17, 2022

5.0

He is my hero today and he took great care of me

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May 16, 2022

5.0

The best around.

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May 16, 2022

5.0

Very professional and did a good job of explaining the test results.

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May 14, 2022

5.0

Open discussion of the facts and opinions, leaving decisions to me.

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May 13, 2022

5.0

Professional and had seen him many years ago

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May 12, 2022

5.0

Have had Dr Golan for years he is caring an a great doctor

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May 12, 2022

5.0

Professional. Quick and comfortable surgery

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May 11, 2022

5.0

he is awesome

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May 10, 2022

5.0

John is the best.

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May 09, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable.

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May 06, 2022

5.0

Good dr. Felt comfortable

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May 03, 2022

5.0

I so trust Dr Golan with my daughter’s challenges…

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May 02, 2022

5.0

Good doctor and I have seen him before and he did good work for me.

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May 02, 2022

5.0

He listens to my concerns. Helps answer my question fully, and is helping to look for answers about my health.

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April 30, 2022

5.0

Professional knowledgeable and personable

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April 27, 2022

5.0

very good doctor with very good bedside manor

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April 26, 2022

5.0

Very good explanation of the procedure and postoperative actions. Very efficient. Enjoyable to talk to.

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April 26, 2022

5.0

He was very very great I like how he was very kind

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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 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 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 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

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 20, 2022

5.0

He listens to patient.

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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 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 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 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 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 18, 2022

5.0

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

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