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Dr. Richard McDonough, MD

Dr. Richard McDonough, MD

Family Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Richard McDonough, MD is a family medicine physician in Barrington, IL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Eastern Illinois University in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities The University of Chicago Medical Center and Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

1301 S Barrington Rd Barrington, IL 60010

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Dr. McDonough's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonough

4.8
17 ratings, 2 with a written review
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My wife has had ongoing issues after her pregnancy and during this time Dr. McDonough was nearly impossible to reach via phone and only spoke to us in person during scheduled visits. We were given the run around by the nurses on staff when we called about changes to symptoms and other serious health problems. At one point the nurse on the phone said my wife may have a blood clot and should go to the ER. The nurse paged him and we called back several times but never heard anything back from him.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • 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
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Crystal Lake, IL – Mar 09, 2017
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Kind, considerate, thoughtful, intelligent, concerned, compassionate, empathetic, engaging listener, and knowledgeable. It is rare, but when things are outside of his expertise, he will let you know and tries to direct you to someone who can help. I would rather that than become someone's experiment. I appreciate the care and thoughtfulness he gives at each appointment.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Kristen in buffalo grove, il – Nov 19, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Richard McDonough, MD is a family medicine physician in Barrington, IL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Eastern Illinois University in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities The University of Chicago Medical Center and Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center.
  • Family Medicine

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  • Eastern Illinois University

    Medical School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Advocate Good Shepherd Health and Fitness Center1301 S Barrington Rd Barrington, IL 60010
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Practice

Office840 E 59th St Chicago, IL 60637
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • The University of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave
    Chicago, IL 60637
    Recipient of 30
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

    836 W Wellington Ave
    Chicago, IL 60657
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    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

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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