Kunjan Satishkumar Bhakta, MD

Kunjan Satishkumar Bhakta, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

General Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Practice Focus Areas

  • 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

Health System Clinician, 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:
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

120 Ratings

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55 Reviews

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55 Reviews

August 17, 2023

5.0

He is excellent.

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August 07, 2023

5.0

Actually spent the time and answered all of my questions. Wasn’t in a hurry.

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August 07, 2023

5.0

He explains very clearly with what he says and very kind

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July 20, 2023

5.0

He is a great MD

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July 14, 2023

5.0

He is a lovely doctor who is genuinely concerned for your well being and recovery. I felt like I was in good hands and it made my experience easier since it was my first surgery. I'm 63 years old, so I was very nervous.

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July 13, 2023

5.0

Explained things well, patient, skilled

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July 10, 2023

5.0

He seems very knowledgeable, and honestly seem to care about how I was feeling

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July 10, 2023

5.0

He is excellent, explains the whole process, the recovery etc. he even started making jokes in the OR to help calm me down since I was very nervous before my procedure.

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July 07, 2023

5.0

He was very capable, explained what he was doing and answered all questions.

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June 22, 2023

5.0

Patience Communication Clarity around questions

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Very direct answers to questions Medical explanations were clear and understandable Very personable guy

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June 05, 2023

5.0

He saved my life! I'm forever grateful for Dr. Bhakta!

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May 24, 2023

5.0

He was absolutely wonderful. He took so much time with me and really made me feel Like I mattered and wasn't just another patient even though I know he is very very busy. My questions were always answered and he was ready to discuss any concerns I had. I am so very glad I had him as my doctor and I told him so.

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May 22, 2023

4.0

He’s pretty good at explaining the issues and reasoning behind his decision. I respect his decision and judgment.

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May 19, 2023

5.0

The doctor is very kind and explains the entire process of the surgery very well

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May 15, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable Informed Caring Took his time with me

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May 08, 2023

5.0

Took the time to discuss my issue in detail. I have high confidence in Dr.Bhakta!

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May 04, 2023

5.0

He explained the procedure and answered my questions. He has a pleasant bedside manner. I felt comfortable with him.

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May 01, 2023

5.0

He provided clear explanations and was accommodating to my schedule.

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May 01, 2023

5.0

Honest, well mannered, caring and professional A+

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May 01, 2023

5.0

Very thoughtful kind and direct

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April 20, 2023

5.0

Excellent Doctor

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March 27, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bhakta was extremely kind, caring and patient. He explained the care I needed thoroughly and answered all questions of concern. I felt very comfortable, trusted the care he provided, and appreciated all he did to get me home quickly and feeling much better.

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March 27, 2023

5.0

I recommend this hospital is very safe and very crean the the people work there they are very friendly

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March 23, 2023

5.0

Thorough, personable, knowledgeable. Caring and reassuring

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March 06, 2023

5.0

He was very informative and clear

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February 24, 2023

5.0

He was very upfront and answered all my questions.

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February 09, 2023

5.0

Number one the Man save my life number two very professional, and very thorough

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January 23, 2023

5.0

Because he is a very good doctor and very professional

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January 13, 2023

4.0

good attention explains all the prosedimiento

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January 12, 2023

5.0

He makes great decisions and asks for input from others when needed

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January 09, 2023

5.0

He was a person who explained it all very well.

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January 09, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bhakta made me feel comfortable from start to finish.

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January 05, 2023

5.0

Excellent Sergent explained everything and I felt I was in the best of hands. Thank you.

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December 16, 2022

5.0

He was always professional and was always available for me and my family. He helped me personally get through this very difficult time in my life- was a calming voice in a much needed time.

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December 16, 2022

5.0

Stop me from hurting

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December 14, 2022

5.0

Great bedside manor!

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December 09, 2022

5.0

To soon to say if the surgery will be a success. But he was very professional.

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December 08, 2022

5.0

Very nice and understanding

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December 01, 2022

5.0

Great communication and skills.

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November 21, 2022

5.0

Dr. Bhakta performed gallbladder removal surgery on me. He was informative, patient and kind, explained my procedure details, listened to my concerns, answered my questions and assured of good care. He is an excellent surgeon. Thank you Dr. Bhakta

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November 12, 2022

5.0

He was great.

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November 04, 2022

5.0

He took time to explain everything.

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October 28, 2022

5.0

He is friendly, explains things in a way I can understand, and he stopped by to update me how the surgery went when I woke up from anesthesia.

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October 19, 2022

5.0

He’s awesome

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October 18, 2022

5.0

Answered my questions polite knowledgeable

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October 17, 2022

5.0

On time, knowledgeable, competent, and informative

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October 17, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable very upfront

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October 10, 2022

5.0

Fantastic doctor. Made me feel very relaxed and comfortable. Made sure I fully understood my condition before and after my surgery

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October 04, 2022

5.0

Great service thank yoy

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October 02, 2022

5.0

He's awesome!

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September 29, 2022

5.0

Friendly and professional.

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September 19, 2022

5.0

We’ll inform doctor and compassionate doctor.

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September 08, 2022

4.0

Very cordial and answered a lot of questions

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September 08, 2022

5.0

He was terrific. He was extremely accommodating and knowledgeable. I couldn't had a better experience.

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