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Dr. Edward Itawi, MD

Dr. Edward Itawi, MD

Colorectal Surgery*

Dr. Edward Itawi, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Kalamazoo, MI. He is affiliated with medical facilities Bronson Methodist Hospital and Bronson Lakeview Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Bronson Colon & Rectal Surgery Specialists - John St.

601 John St Ste M-302 Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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(269) 349-2266

At a Glance

  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Itawi's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Itawi

3.7
13 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
62%
62%
4 star
8%
8%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
31%
31%

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Dr. Idiot
He performed a colon re-section on me in October 2023. The colon part is ok, but I haven’t been able to urinate without using a catheter since waking up after the surgery. Now I have to self catheter for the rest of my life. I’ve been to Mayo Clinic and other specialists. None are sure what happened during the surgery, nicked a nerve, anesthesia problem? None are sure. But never having problems urinating before the surgery and never able to urinate SINCE the surgery, doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out SOMETHING went wrong DURING the surgery! He is still denying that the surgery had anything to do with it. Find a different surgeon!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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R. Duncombe – Jan 03, 2025
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If I could, I would give zero stars for Dr. Itawi
In 2019, when husband was months away from dying from Acute Myloid Leukemia. Dr. Itawi did surgery on my husband to remove an abcess very close to his anus. In the post surgical update that is provided to family members, I asked Dr. Itawi how we were supposed to care for my husbands wound. Dr. Itawi said, “You tell him to wipe real good.” That is an actual quote. This man is an unkind brute. If I had known about this Heaklthgrades website then, I would have posted this immediately.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Nina Feirer – Dec 06, 2023
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I felt Dr. Was very dismissive. He could hardly wait to get out of the room when I had questions to ask. He threw a diagnosis at me with zero explanation or materials. Luckily I have access to the internet. He told me the wound would have to heal from the bottom up. Since it has not done that prior to surgery I wonder how it will do it after surgery. His coordination with another physician was done quickly. He failed to go see my sister after surgery, which even though he only has three small condylomas to remove, would have been polite. He is probably an excellent surgeon but his bedside manner needs work.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Kmsrninzoo in Kalamazoo, MI – Nov 13, 2019
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Absolutely have complete trust in Dr. Itawi to always address my concerns and help me make informed decisions about a treatment plan. I appreciate how REAL he is.
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
5 others found this helpful
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JoyEAshby in Kalamazoo, Mi – Jul 19, 2016
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I have been to 4 other colon doctors and he is the best.I highly recommend Dr. Itawi. He is very courteous and respectful. He cares very much about his 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
What could be improved
No results
13 others found this helpful
Helpful
Deborah H in Plainwell, MI – Jun 18, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

In the News Colon Cancer Awareness – Signs, symptoms and prevention Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. If everyone had a screening at age 50, up to 60 percent of these deaths could be prevented.

biography

In the NewsColon Cancer Awareness – Signs, symptoms and preventionColon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. If everyone had a screening at age 50, up to 60 percent of these deaths could be prevented.

  • Colorectal Surgery

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Locations

Bronson Colon & Rectal Surgery Specialists - John St.

Bronson Colon & Rectal Surgery Specialists - John St.601 John St Ste M-302 Kalamazoo, MI 49007
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bronson Lakeview Hospital

    408 Hazen St
    Paw Paw, MI 49079
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    10% higher than the national average

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  • Bronson Methodist Hospital

    601 John St
    Kalamazoo, MI 49007
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    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.

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

    4% higher than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

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