Dr. Michael Fretzin, MD

Dermatology*MaleAge 56

Dermatology*

Dr. Michael Fretzin, MD is a dermatologist in Buffalo Grove, IL. Dr. Fretzin has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision and Cosmetic Skin Procedures. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital and Northwest Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Michael Fretzin, MD

Practice

600 W Lake Cook Rd Ste 110 Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Accepting new patients

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fretzin specializes in the area of Dermatology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Fretzin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fretzin

4.0

25 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
72%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
12%
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1 Star
16%
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Unpleasant experience – Feb 11, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mary Budler – Jul 11, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 22, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Steve Anzalone – Oct 30, 2021
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Elizabeth A Kirby – Oct 16, 2020
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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
Helpful
Betty Krueger in Park Ridge, IL – Feb 01, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
john muno in wheeling,il – Oct 08, 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
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Fisher in Glenview, IL – Oct 03, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
KMB in Lake Forest, IL – Apr 23, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bob R in Inverness IL – Apr 22, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
JH in Palatine, IL – Dec 01, 2015
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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
Lynette Lamb in Wheeling, IL – Nov 17, 2015
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biography

Dr. Michael Fretzin, MD is a dermatologist in Buffalo Grove, IL. Dr. Fretzin has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision and Cosmetic Skin Procedures. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital and Northwest Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Dermatology

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  • Washington Center / School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
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Locations

Practice

Scott D. Glazer M.D. SC600 W Lake Cook Rd Ste 110 Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
1

Practice

Darryl M. Bronson MD Bonnie L. Barsky MD767 Park Ave W Ste 310 Highland Park, IL 60035
2

Practice

Arlington Medical Associates PC1430 N Arlington Heights Rd Ste 105 Arlington Heights, IL 60004
3

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

    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

    View all awards

    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
  • Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1

    800 Biesterfield Rd
    Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

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

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

    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

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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