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Dr. Charles Willekes, MD

Dr. Charles Willekes, MD

Thoracic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Charles Willekes, MD is a thoracic surgery specialist in Grand Rapids, MI and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (37 reviews)

SHMG Cardiothoracic Surgery

221 Michigan St NE Ste 300 Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Telehealth available

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(616) 885-5000

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Willekes specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • 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
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Willekes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Willekes

4.9
37 ratings, 32 with a written review
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Dr. Willekes is amazing! I really appreciated his explanations and how quickly I was scheduled for surgery
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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Dr. Willikes was very thorough and discussed disease state and methods of surgical repair.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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Dr wilikus saved my life!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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Excellent and very caring!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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Everyone in his office was very helpful and pleasant
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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Very good DR , Took his time in showing me my issues , and cures.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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Excellent
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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Excellent
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – May 02, 2023
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Great
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Dec 03, 2022
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Clear concise information. Friendly. Exuded confidence. I liked and trusted him immediately to surgically remove the right upper lobe of my lung.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Nov 04, 2022
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Excellent cardiologist
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Nov 04, 2022
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Did a great job of explaining surgery procedures
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Nov 04, 2022
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Wouldn't be here without him and his skill
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Nov 04, 2022
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Very friendly professional
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Nov 04, 2022
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Very good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Nov 04, 2022
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Addressed mistakenly measured test taken two years ago. Alleviated unnecessary concern.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Nov 04, 2022
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He was to the point.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Nov 04, 2022
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Very positive. Took time to explain things.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Nov 04, 2022
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Excellent!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Nov 04, 2022
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Dr. Willekes was very nice and explained things very well.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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About Me

care philosophy

Our group has been serving the needs of West Michigan patients for more than 55 years. The surgeons of WMCTS, with more than 150 years of combined experience, employ the latest and most comprehensive surgical approaches for the treatment of a variety o

  • Thoracic Surgery

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  • University Of Wisconsin Hospital & Clinics - Madison (gme)

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Atlantic Health Hospital - Morristown (gme)|morristown Memorial Hospital|university Of Wisconsin / Madison

    Residency Hospital, 1996

  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

SHMG Cardiothoracic Surgery

SHMG Cardiothoracic Surgery221 Michigan St NE Ste 300 Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

    100 Michigan St NE
    Grand Rapids, MI 49503
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

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