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Dr. David Winchester, MD

Dr. David Winchester, MD

Surgical Oncology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. David Winchester, MD is a surgical oncologist in Zion, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (23 reviews)

David J. Winchester, MD, FACS

2520 Elisha Ave Zion, IL 60099
Telehealth available

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(847) 342-6910

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Winchester is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital Evanston, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Winchester specializes in the areas of General Surgery & General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Winchester's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Winchester

4.3

23 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
78%
78%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
17%
17%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Todd Lake – Feb 10, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Feb 05, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Leslie Gray Robbins – Jul 21, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Karen S. – Apr 04, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Julie in Northbrook , IL – Aug 26, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
TM in Niles, IL – Mar 07, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
V.A.B. in IL – Feb 17, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Peggy in Glenview, IL – Apr 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Des Plaines, IL – Aug 30, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
13 people found this helpful
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Monica Kelly in Glenview, illinois – Dec 30, 2015
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care philosophy

In April 2023, Dr David J Winchester joined City of Hope Chicago as Surgical Oncologist. Dr Winchester is the Medical Director of the Breast Program at the City of Hope Outpatient Care Center in Gurnee, where he evaluates and treats patients with a variety of types and stages of cancer.

biography

In April 2023, Dr. David J. Winchester joined City of Hope Chicago as Surgical Oncologist. Dr. Winchester is the Medical Director of the Breast Program at the City of Hope Outpatient Care Center in Gurnee, where he evaluates and treats patients with a variety of types and stages of cancer.

  • Surgical Oncology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986

  • Evanston Hospital|northwestern Memorial Hospital Medical School

    Internship Hospital, 1964
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
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General Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Focus on Breast Cancer

Locations

David J. Winchester, MD, FACS

David J. Winchester, MD, FACS2520 Elisha Ave Zion, IL 60099
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Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Gurnee - CTCA

Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Gurnee - CTCA202 S Greenleaf St Ste E Gurnee, IL 60031
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital

    2650 Ridge Ave
    Evanston, IL 60201
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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