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Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD

Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD is a gastroenterologist in Gurnee, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1980. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

20 Tower Ct Ste C Gurnee, IL 60031
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Dr. Wait's Reviews

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4.6
20 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Dr Wait has been one of my top & favorite Doctor's for 20 years. I trust her completely. She is a very compassionate,, thorough, educated & experienced Doctor. Dr Wait listens, asks questions, and takes her time in explaining my health issues and diagnosis’ in a way that is understandable. She answers questions, and assures I understand whether it be in her office or after my procedures elsewhere. She is very personable and makes and returns phone calls! She is an expert in her field. Dr Wait has a supportive, experienced team and a friendly, efficient office staff. She is dependable & has an excellent reputation. I am .grateful & blessed to be among her patients!
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
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CE - Highland Park, IL – Aug 06, 2021
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I went through colon cancer 24 years ago. As a result I’ve used several gastroenterologists and have had over 10 colonoscopies. Dr Wait is my favorite physician by a long shot. She listens well to me and my issues. She is very gentle and explains things like a friend. She takes her time and I feel important to her. I have recommended her to all of my friends and wouldnt hesitate to do so again
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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Terry Darraugh – Jul 15, 2021
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I have known Dr. wait for a number of years now. Not only did I take my mother to her, but my daughter, husband, and myself. That in and of itself should speak volumes. She is professional, knowledgeable, concerned and caring. She is a delightful and easy person to talk with.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sheri B – May 15, 2021
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Not only do I appreciate Dr. Wait’s expertise, but I also actually look forward to seeing her because she addresses all my issues and any concerns I may have in a clear and compassionate way. She’s also very personable. I’ve had such positive experiences with Dr. Wait and her staff that I took my 90 yr. old mother to see her.
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
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Janice W. – Mar 31, 2021
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Dr. Wait is the WORST doctor I have ever seen. Her bedside manner is AWFUL! She is so rude and actually refused to help me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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May 07, 2019
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Hard to find the experience in one doc for pancreatic diseases, IBD and IBS.
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
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MF in Highland Park, IL – Feb 26, 2019
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Dr. Wait is a very knowledgable, professional and caring doctor. She enjoys talking with her patients to explain and provide excellent treatment. I recommend her highly.
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
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S. Sands in IL – Feb 06, 2019
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I highly recommend Dr. Wait and her amazing team. They are all incredibly professional and treat you the most amazing level of kindness and warmth. The team made what isn’t a fun procedure a surprisingly great experience over all. Thank you for the tender loving care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Terri Gattone – Aug 23, 2018
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What a pleasure to have Dr Wait and her staff do my colonoscopy. It could have not gone any better.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Ken – Apr 02, 2018
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She not only has the education, years of experience, stays up to date on current treatments and has a great network of doctors, she truly cares about her patients. I've never met a better doctor.
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
2 others found this helpful
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San Jose, CA – Apr 27, 2017
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I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Wait. In my wife's interaction with her (which I participated in) Dr. Wait took the time (unlike many doctors today) to treat the patient, not just the medical condition. I found her patient, sympathetic, knowledgeable and professional, she made what could have been an uncomfortable visit (my wife has had bad luck with doctors in the past) into something truly productive. Her staff was also helpful, courteous and professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
8 others found this helpful
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BRL in Zion, Illinois – Aug 01, 2016
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I have been her patient for three years. I have a good day until I enter her office. She is not that great to have to wait more than three months to see her, her staff is horrible and her nurse Suzanne is an arrogant and useless person. Today I fired them, my husband did too because he had enough of them already. Do not trust this practice anymore
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
6 others found this helpful
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New York, NY – Apr 26, 2016
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Dr. Cynthia Wait, MD is a gastroenterologist in Gurnee, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1980. She is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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    Locations

    Practice

    Lake Shore Gastroenterology20 Tower Ct Ste C Gurnee, IL 60031
    1
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
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    Practice

    Lake Shore Gastroenterology806 Central Ave Ste 202 Highland Park, IL 60035
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

      1000 N Westmoreland Rd
      Lake Forest, IL 60045
      Recipient of 13
      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.

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

      4% higher than the national average

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

      4% higher than the national average

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    • 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

      View all awards

      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
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