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Dr. Francisco Espinosa-Bacerra, MD

Dr. Francisco Espinosa-Bacerra, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Francisco Espinosa-Bacerra, MD is a neurosurgeon in Westchester, IL. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northwest Community Hospital and Macneal Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

1 Westbrook Corporate Ctr Ste 800 Westchester, IL 60154
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Espinosa-Bacerra is affiliated with Elmhurst Hospital-Main Campus Elmhurst, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Espinosa-Bacerra specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. 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
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Espinosa-Bacerra's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Espinosa-Bacerra

4.6
18 ratings, 7 with a written review
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I can honestly give Dr. Espinosa 5 stars, he save me medically & emotionally. The diagnosis I had was not common. The day I stepped foot in his office, he knew what the problem was, he assured me that it can be fixed, and spent along time explaining everything to me. His bedside manner, is so calming. After surgery he was so exciting to talk to me regarding the successful surgery. I just had my last appointment with him and his PA/Lauren who is also truly amazing. I could not thank them both for giving my life back.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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DSwiss – Nov 11, 2021
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Back in 1997 Dr. Espiosa-Bacerra operated on my brain aneurism in Kingston Ontario. A complete success for him and myself. There isn't a day go by that I don't think of him for giving me a future with my family. He is a true professional and realized his calling in life. I owe my life to him and he told my wife that it was his honour to let him do the surgery on me. I salute you Dr. Espinosa , you are my true life hero.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Steven Storms – Jan 27, 2021
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Dr Espinosa performed my neck surgery in 2006. I have pain again in neck but not due to anything other than severe arthritis. Dr. Espinosa was great, he was very professional and caring. My fusion was done perfectly and it gave me years of pain free and low pain existence. I have recommended him to family and friends for years. I am indebted to him for performing the surgery and allowing me to work and live as almost normal after He performed a spinal fusion from C4-C7. My deepest thanks!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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TJ – Dec 02, 2020
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Felt like he saved my life.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
TX – Apr 25, 2019
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Amazing doctor, wonderful staff and spends quality times explaining procedures. He performed a rare surgery on my mother and did a great job! He's doing back surgery on my husband soon and I know he'll be in good hands.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Deanna VanDell in Woodridge, Il – Mar 30, 2017
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Amazing Dr. who really cares about his patients . Dr. Espinosa is kind and patient . I had heard very highly of him from my own Dr, family and friends before seeing him. I am very happy to be under his care.
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
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Chicago, IL – Jan 20, 2017
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He is the worst Doctor there is he did surgery on my spine and left me in the worst pain anyone could take I live in pain daily I recently went to another pain specialist and was told my back surgery was. Nightmare And that. Was not done properly I'm currently retaining a lawyer I would not let him operate on a rat!!!!! Do not let this non professional man cut you open you will regret it for the rest of your life I feel like I want to die everyday since he cut me open what a butcher!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
17 others found this helpful
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Joe Hummer in Oakbrook il – Dec 29, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Francisco Espinosa-Bacerra, MD is a neurosurgeon in Westchester, IL. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northwest Community Hospital and Macneal Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.
  • Neurosurgery

*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 Alberta Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1988
  • Cross Cancer Inst-u Alberta

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988
  • Issste Grad Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Neurological Surgery and Spine Surgery S C.1 Westbrook Corporate Ctr Ste 800 Westchester, IL 60154
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Practice

Caleel Medical Group LLC133 E Brush Hill Rd Ste 205 Elmhurst, IL 60126
2

Practice

Northwest Community Healthcare800 W Central Rd Arlington Heights, IL 60005
3
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Suburban Urology Associates LTD.3340 Oak Park Ave Berwyn, IL 60402
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Elmhurst Hospital-Main Campus

    155 E Brush Hill Rd
    Elmhurst, IL 60126
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    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

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Northwest Community Hospital

    800 W Central Rd
    Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Macneal Hospital

    3249 Oak Park Ave
    Berwyn, IL 60402

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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