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Dr. Frederick Tiesenga, MD

Dr. Frederick Tiesenga, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Frederick Tiesenga, MD is a general surgeon in Elmwood Park, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Community First Medical Center and Presence Resurrection Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 80 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (80 reviews)

Practice

1950 N Harlem Ave Elmwood Park, IL 60707

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Dr. Tiesenga's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tiesenga

4.3
80 ratings, 48 with a written review
5 star
81%
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4 star
1%
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3 star
1%
1%
2 star
0%
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1 star
16%
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Bariatric sleeve and hernia surgery
Thank you Dr Tiesenga for make my confidence and health improve, I'm blessed and I can't wait to see the final results, God bless you and all your staff
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 17, 2025
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EXCELLENT CARE
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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Feb 07, 2023
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Excellent care
Excellent care
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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Aug 16, 2022
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Thank You!!
I was referred to Dr. Tiesenga by my doctor due to being morbidly obese. From my consultation visit to present, it has been a very positive experience. My sleeve surgery went flawlessly and am feeling so much better in every way. I'm only a few weeks into my new journey but know that things will only get better due to Dr. Tiesenga and his staff. I could not ask for better people, besides my family, to have as my support team. I'd recommend Dr. Tiesenga to anyone looking to better their life through bariatric procedure. THANK YOU DR. T!!!!!!!!!
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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J. Petrick – Jun 01, 2022
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Great bedside manner. Very thorough.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Sue – Oct 28, 2021
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Great doctor/surgeon! I've been seeing him for about 5 years and have had 2 surgeries. Always on time, respectful and great bedside manner. Answers questions thoroughly for full comprehension. And best of all, cares about the patients wants.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sonia L – May 12, 2021
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Definitely recommend Dr Tiesenga and team my experience here has been beyond exceptional. I kept asking him are you sure you did the surgery because thankfully my pain was very minimal like a 2 out of 10. Dr T is awesome!! 5 stars for sure!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 17, 2021
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Dr Tiesenga was such a comforting, compassionate and caring Surgeon, he made my experience with him comfortable, he calmed my fears about the surgery. Dr Tiesenga made me feel like I mattered as well as concerned for my recovery, he is one of the few Doctors today that are genuine! Thanks again Dr Tiesenga
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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Kim Dean Henley – Feb 11, 2021
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I needed a surgeon to repair a hernia,, and a good friend of mine (a physician assistant) recommended him to me. Everything was explained to me on my initial visit, the surgery was performed without any issues, and I had a good follow-up meeting with him about ten days afterwards. I rate Dr. Tiesenga most highly and strongly recommend 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
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Dec 23, 2020
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He was great. Everything was on point and the best surgeon ever. I'll trust him with my life. Thanks Dr. Tiesenga.
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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CoCo – Dec 04, 2020
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Dr. Tiesenga always available to see and a great doctor and surgeon
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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Jacqueline Green – Feb 06, 2020
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Dr. Tiesenga is such an excellent doctor. I am so satisfied with my results from my surgery.
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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Jan 09, 2020
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great support staff, friendly. I left the office knowing the surgery scheduled was being done by a true professional. Ive had highly favorable results immediately. Finally no heartburn/acid reflux.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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satisfied patient! – Nov 12, 2019
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Being in a hospital can be a terrible experience, but you made me feel very comfortable when you agreed to perform my surgery at a hospital of my choosing. Also, your great explanation of my illness has given me hope that I can recover and gave me strength to face the challenges associated with hernia repair surgery. Thank you
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Charles Sculfield – Oct 29, 2019
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Dr.Tiesenga I heard the best experience and the best outcome from surgery performed I very highly recommend Dr.Tiesinga and his team.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Margarita – Oct 18, 2019
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Dr. Tiesenga is amazing always nice and really cares 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
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Oct 17, 2019
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I visited Dr. Tiesenga's office in November of 2018 and he immediately suggested that I may need a gallbladder removal surgery. He had me take 2 tests and told me that I conclusively needed my gallbladder removed asap. He did not show me any x rays and to this day, I have never seen evidence of gall stones. I was suffering so bad that I agreed to the surgery which happened the following week. On the day of the surgery, his colleagues spoke about how he does 7-10 gallbladder removals every day. This made me nervous, but I was already on the operating table. My life and health changed after that day. Fast forward to 8 months later... I have the same symptoms, plus more! I can't eat, my digestive system is completely messed up and I suffer each and every day. I have seen 3 other GI's t help me and no one knows what's wrong. The thing about him is he isn't in the system like Northwestern and Rush, so none of the other doctors can see his records. I went back back to him 2 months later
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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ST – Jul 13, 2019
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He did the Surgery for me hes the best everything well good .am excellent he change my life for new person
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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David in Chicago – Jun 27, 2019
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Very uncouth person who does not treat others with respect. Behaves as if the hospital is under his proprietorship. Needs to have a grip of reality and realize that treating others with respect actually would work in his favor. How anyone works with this individual is beyond human comprehension. Very intimidating and very difficult to work with. Amazing how anybody can become a surgeon. Would give negative stars if possible.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 02, 2019
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Dr. T is the most caring and considerate surgeon I have ever met. His patience is limitless and he always has an encouraging word to say. On my last visit I was feeling a little discouraged and Dr. T came in and just with his attentiveness and gentleness made me feel much better. Thank you Dr. T for all that you've done for me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 22, 2019
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Dr. Frederick Tiesenga, MD is a general surgeon in Elmwood Park, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Community...read more
  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

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

Practice

Office1950 N Harlem Ave Elmwood Park, IL 60707
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 11:00am
    • Tue: closed
    • Wed: closed
    • Thu: closed
    • Fri: closed
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Office3825 Highland Ave Ste 2M Downers Grove, IL 60515
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Presence Resurrection Medical Center

    7435 W Talcott Ave
    Chicago, IL 60631
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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  • Community First Medical Center

    5645 W Addison St
    Chicago, IL 60634

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

    65%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    11% lower than the national average

    63%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    21% lower than the national average

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