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Dr. Timothy Votapka, MD

Dr. Timothy Votapka, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Timothy Votapka, MD is a general surgeon in Barrington, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital and Advocate Sherman Hospital.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

27750 W Il Route 22 Ste 100 Barrington, IL 60010

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Dr. Votapka's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Votapka

4.2

21 ratings, 8 with a written review
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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
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William Kootstra – Jun 26, 2022
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
John and Maria Brettin – Apr 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Jul 14, 2020
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Tony Rucci, Professor at Ohio State University in Columbus, OH – Sep 03, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Meir Sussan in Mundelein, IL – Jan 08, 2018
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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JAMIE DIAMOND in Lake Zurich, IL – Feb 21, 2017
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Lake Zurich, IL – Sep 15, 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
16 people found this helpful
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William L in Cary, IL – Jun 17, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Timothy Votapka, MD is a general surgeon in Barrington, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital and Advocate Sherman Hospital.
  • General Surgery

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Northwestern Center Feinberg School Of Medicine|university Kans

    Residency Hospital, 1991
  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991
  • University Of Kansas School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office27750 W Il Route 22 Ste 100 Barrington, IL 60010
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Practice

Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical Associates S C.4400 W 95th St Ste 308 Oak Lawn, IL 60453
2

Practice

Office890 Garfield Ave Ste 101 Libertyville, IL 60048
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Office800 Biesterfield Rd Ste 4005 Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital

    450 W Il Route 22
    Barrington, IL 60010
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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  • Advocate Sherman Hospital

    1425 N Randall Rd
    Elgin, IL 60123
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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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

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

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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