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Dr. Francis Hobson, MD

Dr. Francis Hobson, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Francis Hobson, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Kankakee, IL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with Presence Saint Marys Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (24 reviews)

AMITA Health Medical Group Family Medicine Channahon

455 W Court St Ste 406 Kankakee, IL 60901

Dr. Hobson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hobson specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Hobson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hobson

3.8
24 ratings, 15 with a written review
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1 star
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Would recommend
Dr Hobson put my mind at ease immediately. He did a thorough exam and a course of treatment! I would recommend him to anyone needing an ENT.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 11, 2025
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Great doc
He was friendly and quick without feeling rushed. Perfect ratio of respecting everyone's time and my concerns.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Apr 11, 2025
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Nothing short of just a great doctor and staff!!
Great experience
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Gene Storer – Mar 14, 2025
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I've seen Dr Hobson a few times very personable!
Im dealing with meniere disease for over 20 years. He always makes sure my hearing is ok by sending me to get it check. He takes time to talk with me and I really appreciate that!!! Thanks Dr!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Traci Hicks – Mar 08, 2025
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Disgusting man.
Visit was made for a two year old child with excessive wax build up in ears diagnosed by urgent care. Get to the room for the appointment and the nurse admits they do not have tools to treat a toddler, but still want to see the child. Dr. Hobson walks into the room saying “I don’t have time for this, I can’t hold a two year old in a head lock I have a lot of patients to see”. He made it very clear that he didn’t want to deal with seeing a child and made no effort to hide it, complaining about how he had so many patients to see. Then proceeded to lie and say there was a normal amount of wax in the ears and prescribed an antibiotic. I do not care how many patients you over schedule in your office. When you are being paid to see a patient you take care of that patient and you do it with some RESPECT. Or you take your miserable self out of practice. Miserable demeaning little man. Bet you wouldn’t tolerate the disrespect you show to your patients. They shouldn’t either.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Heather – Feb 23, 2023
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Very knowledgeable
My first visit, he listened and provided a thorough exam. He was able to provide a better path forward to a diagnosis. He discussed different ideas very well and eliminated other concerns. Thanks, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tom Flowers – Nov 20, 2022
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Excellent Dr. , saved my life. Dr. Seen me the first day I called, when all others said it would be 3 months to get in. Throat & Tounge Cancer , in my 5th year serviver. Thanks Doctor Hobson , I’m here today because of you! L R Yarno
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
2 others found this helpful
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Larry r Yarno – Jun 21, 2018
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We love Dr. Hobson and I don't trust my daughters ears to anyone else! She's been seeing him since she was less than a year old and she is now 7. We have nothing but positive praise for him!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Alisa in Grant Park, IL – Jun 15, 2018
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He did an excellent job with my surgery. I was happy with his entire staff. I would highly recommend him to my friends and family
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
6 others found this helpful
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Steger – Feb 07, 2018
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I am very satisfied with the results of my nose surgery. Dr. Hobson is a great doctor who treated me well at every visit. I highly recommend him for your nose, ear and throat problems. Larry Dorney Olympia Fields, IL
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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Larry Dorney in Olympia Fields, IL – Apr 22, 2017
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I have been seeing Dr. Hobson since last Spring. He recently performed successful surgery on me to implant a Cochlear Baha, which will be "turned on" within the next few weeks. To say I am excited about this unbelievable technology is an understatement! Dr. Hobson is very professional and has explained the procedure quite well. He has an excellent audiologist, Mary Lou Dovantz, and an efficient staff.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Lynn Ahlden in Bourbonnais, IL – Dec 28, 2016
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Excellent service and the office was friendly and easy to schedule. Day of my apt I had to pick up my sick child last minute and I was late to the office. The office staff was so understanding and helpful. they were also so attentive to my needs and my child. Hobson was very knowledgeable and I was very happy with the service.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Sarah Gundlach in Homewood, IL – May 20, 2016
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Followed Dr. Hobson from Kankakee to Flossmoor. I'm 51 and have had ear infections with and without tubes all my life. Dr. Hobson was the first doctor in my life to address the problem instead of just being another Dr. with a band aid. He discovered crystalized bacteria on my mastoid bone causing drainage 24/7 for years. I live without dealing with drainage, finally! Thank you :D Your old staff was great and so is your new one!
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
12 others found this helpful
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Olivia in Kankakee, IL – Feb 24, 2016
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I had a very good experience with Dr. Hobson. He has great bedside manner and is very friendly.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Chicago, IL – Feb 15, 2016
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I went to see this Dr. in regards to slight hearing loss he recommended ear tubes to clear fluid on ear drum, at the last minute while I was under anesthesia he changed the procedure to eardrum corrective surgery I ended up with complete hearing loss.The Dr. I saw for a 2nd opinion said that he should have further examined the ear bone and ear nerve to make certain to fix the issue and I would've probably regained my hearing instead I have no option except at the age of 30 wearing a hearing aid.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
11 others found this helpful
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Johnny L. Watson in Kankakee,IL – Jan 21, 2016
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I provide excellent personal care close to home, and I am committed to helping improve each patient's care with the most advanced technologies available.

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  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Chas R Drew University Med And Science

    Residency Hospital
  • Howard University Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Minnesota Ear Head Neck Clinic

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003
  • University Of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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Dr. Hobson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    AMITA Health Medical Group Family Medicine Channahon

    AMITA Health Medical Group Ear, Nose & Throat Kankakee455 W Court St Ste 406 Kankakee, IL 60901
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    Presence Medical Group

    AMITA Health Medical Group Primary Care New Lenox410 E Lincoln Hwy Ste 251 New Lenox, IL 60451
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 7:30am - 4:45pm
      • Tue: 7:30am - 4:45pm
      • Wed: 7:30am - 4:45pm
      • Thu: 7:30am - 4:45pm
      • Fri: 7:30am - 11:45am
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Presence Saint Marys Hospital

      500 W Court St
      Kankakee, IL 60901
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      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.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

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

      1% higher than the national average

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