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Dr. Richard Prinz, MD

Dr. Richard Prinz, MD

General Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Prinz, MD is a general surgeon in Evanston, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital and Highland Park Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 5 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

2650 Ridge Ave Evanston, IL 60201
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Dr. Prinz's Reviews

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5.0
17 ratings, 4 with a written review
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I did my research and so glad i chose Dr Prinz for my care. His professionalism, bed side manner, thoroughness, able to have a conversation with, takes his time, and really gets to know you not only as a patient but as a person matters to me a lot! I recommend him highly! Thank you Dr. Prinz. Sharon from Des Plaines. June 3, 2020
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
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Sharon – Jun 04, 2020
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I absolutely love having Dr Prinz as my Doctor he inspires confidence and trust him with my life!
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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Alexandria Van de Loo in Northbrook , IL – Jun 05, 2018
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Love Dr Prinz. Went to another surgeon first who was going to cut my neck open in an exploratory surgery because he could not punpoint the issue. Went to Dr Prinz and Dr Prinz said THERE it is. Tiny incision not noticeable (thanks Dr Prinz) love 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jeanne lee in Streamwood, IL – Jul 22, 2017
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I appreciate the small scar and have had very few side affects from full thyroidectomy performed by Dr. Prinz in 2011. I do have hypocalcemia, but I don't think it could have been avoided. Parathyroids were too small. I have been happy and healthy for years after the surgery. I also have not experienced weight gain/loss, hair loss, or other illnesses similar to those I read about. I jog often and have very few problems...Glad Dr. Prinz performed my surgery...Thanks!
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
7 others found this helpful
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Honolulu, HI – Mar 04, 2017
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About Me

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Dr. Richard Prinz, MD is a general surgeon in Evanston, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northshore...read more
  • General Surgery

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  • Royal Postgraduate Medical School

    Fellowship Hospital, 1980
  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1977
  • Barnes-jewish Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1973
  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1972
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Northshore University Health System2650 Ridge Ave Evanston, IL 60201
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Practice

Office2650 Ridge Ave Ste 1223 Evanston, IL 60201
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • 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 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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.

    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

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  • Highland Park Hospital

    777 Park Ave W
    Highland Park, IL 60035
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards
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