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Kunjan Satishkumar Bhakta, MD

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351 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

General Surgery

Secondary Specialty

Trauma Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Abdominal Surgery
Benign Anorectal Disease
Gallbladder Surgery
Hernia Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Michigan Medical School - 2005
Internship:: University of Michigan Health System - 2006
Residency:: University of California (San Francisco)/Fresno - 2010
Fellowships:: University of Michigan Health System - 2016

Board Certifications

American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)
American Board of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

351 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

45 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

45 Reviews

April 25, 2025

5.0

Very caring

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April 21, 2025

5.0

To friendly and explained everything clearly

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April 19, 2025

5.0

Kunjan Satishkumar Bhakta, MD was exceptional. He took time explaining what was happening - what could happen to resolve the matter - and checked in as needed. He was available for questions (even the absurd ones). Great care was given - a 10+!

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April 17, 2025

5.0

He's down to earth and explained everything well.

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Doctor explained all procedures and answered all my questions concerning my recovery.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Answers all my questions, explained things clearly, excellent job with the surgery.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

I would highly recommend him . He's very meticulous and explains everything in detail.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Excellent DR very kind and attentive

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April 10, 2025

5.0

Very highly thought of

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bhakta has operated on me before. I was so impressed that I asked for him when I found out that I may need surgery.

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April 07, 2025

5.0

He fixed me and he cares.

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March 31, 2025

4.0

Great communication and friendly

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Dr.Bhakta is an excellent communicator and skilled surgeon.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Excellent communication, very competent.

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March 21, 2025

5.0

He didn't push surgery and I liked his frankness and manner.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Professional and explain to me all clearly

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March 11, 2025

5.0

At my office visit he listened. It was quite refreshing. At surgery time he even recognized my spouse in the cafeteria! Run don't walk to see Dr Bhakta!

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February 25, 2025

5.0

The doctor was the backup surgeon since my original doctor became ill did a great job. His follow up was excellent and all explanations were clear and to the point.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Excellent Doctor. Very Responsive and available.

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January 04, 2025

5.0

Thorough, knew my case prior to meeting me, understood my symptoms and didn't rush to surgery! Appreciate it! Also very kind!

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December 23, 2024

5.0

DR Bhakta was a very kind and understanding Dr. He listened to my concerns. Didn't care that I asked the same thing more than once and explained things in terms I could follow. My surgical process and recovery has been good and I feel his skills are the reason. Highly recommend

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December 13, 2024

5.0

I felt I was in the best capable hands and Dr. Bhakta was very nice.

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December 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bhakta continuously showed how dedicated he is to patient health. He listens well, then provides accurate and empathetic answers. He makes sure you know what's going to happen so that you're prepared. The surgical work he did has resulted in a great recovery experience for me. I feel lucky to have been his patient.

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Not only is Dr. Bhatka a talented surgeon, he is also personable. He took the time to explain what was happening and answer questions I had. I never felt rushed. He was also very funny which really lifted my spirits.

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November 12, 2024

5.0

He was kind, empathetic, patient, thorough. Everything you could ask for in a physician.

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Outstanding empathetic surgeon

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November 09, 2024

5.0

Very kind and makes an effort to address my situation.

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November 08, 2024

5.0

As stated above, I believe I received the best care available to me.

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October 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bhakta was very friendly and easy to talk to. Explained the procedure well and provided a plan moving forward.

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October 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kunjan Bhakta make me very comfortable for1st surgery of my life by explaining in detail and listening to questions carefully. Surgery went very well and so the recovery.

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October 07, 2024

5.0

He was very professional and care for my problem

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October 07, 2024

5.0

Very personable and concerned

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October 04, 2024

5.0

Outstanding surgeon of the highest quality. Since surgery, he follow-up daily in the hospital provided my son with his personal cell phone should problems or concerns arise. My family can't say enough nice things about this gifted, empathetic, thoughtful, helpful engaged surgeon. Northwestern Medicine is so fortunate to have his.

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October 03, 2024

5.0

Very personable. Did a good job.

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October 01, 2024

4.0

He explained and made sure I was comfortably throughout the procedure

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September 23, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bhakta is not only an extraordinary critical care surgeon, he is a warm and caring human.

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September 23, 2024

5.0

Very practical

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September 21, 2024

5.0

Outstanding service, Doctor studied about my Dad's past medical history and going to perform a procedure which some other doctors said no.

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September 14, 2024

5.0

This is the second time this feedback has been sent to me. I gladly reply again, because Dr. Bhakta made sure I understood what the surgery was going to accomplish and why. He answered questions and by his demeanor he definitely showed that he cared and was focused on the best possible outcome

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September 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bhakta is excellent at what he does. I was very happy with his bedside manner and overall care. He listened and came up with a good plan for each of my surgeries.

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September 10, 2024

4.0

Thorough explanation of the procedure. I've already recommended him to my son-in-law

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September 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bhakta gave me information that clearly showed he was focused and dedicated to the success of my upcoming surgery, and that he cared that I understood what he was saying. Before and after surgery, he listened respectfully and responded to all questions clearly. Dr. Bhakta has the ability to convey that he cares. He is professional and efficiently personable!

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September 09, 2024

5.0

Expertise, empathy, wonderful follow up care

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September 04, 2024

5.0

Excellent preparation in advance, outstanding manner and way of being with me/patient, consummate execution and outcome

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September 02, 2024

5.0

He was honest, kind, and explained the procedures thoroughly.

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Disclosures

Kunjan Satishkumar Bhakta, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

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