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Dr. Eugenio Vargas, MD

Dr. Eugenio Vargas, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Eugenio Vargas, MD is a neurosurgeon in Carbondale, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from MERCY MEDICAL CENTER / SCHOOL OF RADIOGRAPHY in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Herrin Hospital and Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

305 W Jackson St Ste 400 Carbondale, IL 62901

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Vargas is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center Winston Salem, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Vargas specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Vargas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vargas

3.1
26 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
46%
46%
4 star
8%
8%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
4%
4%
1 star
42%
42%

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Spinal Stenosis Surgery 2012
Dr Vargas did a L3, L4, and L5 Laminectomy in 2012 and discovered 3 synovial cysts embedded in my spine during the surgery. He removed the cysts and completed the surgery with no fusion of my spine. My results have been great. I play golf nine holes and about to turn 78 soon. I highly recommend him.
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
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Thomas Bailey – Mar 20, 2025
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I had L5-S1 fusion done in November of 2016, my pain continued to and got worse than pre surgery. I left the hospital with antibiotics with infection. I kept calling and ask for more medication and help because my pain was so severe with burning sharp pain. When accused of being something I definitely was not without him doing any images I insisted I got images. That experience was terrible. Showed my cage came apart and I needed a repeat surgery. While in the hospital in January of 2017 I seen my cousin who had 1st and 2nd surgery the same time I did. My cousin is no longer here with us in part to this man. My cousin knew of someone else who had to do the same, repeat surgeries. So, due to his neglect I am left with more pain than before and he created additional nerve damage. I continue to get worse and due to attorneys not wanting a case because of conflict of interest and time limitations now my new issues have left me disabled living on a system that isn't life. Refer 2 title
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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K M S – Feb 21, 2025
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more pain after surgery than before
Doctor Vargas did not tell how much pain would follow surgery but sent me home the day after. Severe pain spasms sent my body into full body spasms that made me feel like a human statue. After several days of uncontrollable pain, I was readmitted to the hospital. I was on so much pain medication that I recall very little of the 5 1/2 weeks following surgery. I have had more pain daily since the surgery than before. Always seek a second opinion before surgery by Dr. Vargas.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 22, 2022
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15 years ago Dr. Vargas helped me rehab my back. Over the course of 10 years I had injured my back 3 times. Dr. Vargas rehab me Three times. He told me if I kept on I’d have to “be cut” because I was making it worse. I listened the third time. He was great!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 21, 2020
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Dr. Vargas completely repaired my back problems and relieved a year of pain. He was the best!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Connie – Jun 14, 2020
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Vargas is the best
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Nov 11, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Eugenio Vargas, MD is a neurosurgeon in Carbondale, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from MERCY MEDICAL CENTER / SCHOOL OF RADIOGRAPHY in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Herrin Hospital and Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Neurosurgery

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  • Mercy Medical Center / School Of Radiography

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Locations

Practice

Stokes Institute of Urology LLC305 W Jackson St Ste 400 Carbondale, IL 62901
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • SIH St. Joseph Memorial Hospital

    2 S Hospital Dr
    Murphysboro, IL 62966

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Fairfield Memorial Hospital

    303 NW 11th St
    Fairfield, IL 62837

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

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

    1% lower than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center

    3333 Silas Creek Pkwy
    Winston Salem, NC 27103
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

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

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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