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Dr. Erwin Szela, MD

Dr. Erwin Szela, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*

Dr. Erwin Szela, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Buffalo Grove, IL. He is affiliated with medical facilities Saint Alexius Medical Center and Northwest Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

600 W Lake Cook Rd Ste 120 Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Szela's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Szela

2.8
42 ratings, 14 with a written review
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Surgery
The staff at the surgery office were exceptionally pleasant and welcoming from the moment I arrived. Despite feeling apprehensive, they successfully put me at ease. As someone who tends to be anxious about most things, I was impressed by the doctor's expertise, and I am delighted with the outcome of the surgery. My gratitude extends to the entire staff.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Michelle Sanchez – Mar 08, 2025
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DO NOT GO TO HIM!!!!!!
This was the most disturbing visit I have ever had with a doctor! I went in to have my Birth control removed from my arm and instead was told I was having a pap that I did not request! I have been waiting 2 years to get this BC removed and I have to wait even more! Because he did not remove it even though that is all I was going in for! So needless to say I had to strip and put on the paper gown! He did not knock and just walked in! He told me lets get this started and told me to put my feet in the stirrups and push my butt off the bed! I am disabled and this is difficult for me! He did not warn me he was going to start just shoved the speculum in! I did not get a warning for the pinch! He pulled out the speculum and said ok. then he stood up I assumed he was done then he shoved his fingers inside of me! NO WARNING NO EXPLANATION!!!!!!! I will never go back and now I have to find a new Dr to remove the BC that expired 2 years ago and no one wants to take out!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Angry Woman – Jan 07, 2025
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He's fine if you just need routine check ups
I was referred to Dr. Zsela after being told he specializes with endometriosis. After discussing my symptoms with him it was apparent he's working on outdated information of the disease. He was aggressive, dismissive and quite frankly rude. I would ask him questions about symptoms and he would contradict himself from one question to the next without batting an eye. He became irate when he found out my pcp prescribed me migraine medicine while I was on hormonal birth control, because certain symptoms can can increase risk of stroke, but my pcp made sure I didn't have those symptoms before prescribing the medicine. He kept trying to pressure me towards treatments I told him I was uncomfortable with. I think the worst of all was immediately after explaining to him that my husband and I don't want kids, we had discussed it for years with no change he told me that if I got pregnant it might relieve my symptoms for a few years and if not at least I'd have a baby afterwards.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Amy N – Jun 30, 2024
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He has been my doctor for over 25 years. He delivered my child and has been extremely caring and thorough throughout the years. I highly recommend him!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 29, 2019
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Great Doctor ! Always makes sure I leave his office with no questions . Explains everything to me and makes me aware of my options . His very knowledgeable doctor . Very straightforward and honest .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Janett Gomez in Hoffman Estates , IL – Feb 15, 2019
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Phenomenal doctor! I cant believe reading some of these reviews that he is cold. He is a doctor who addresses issues and recommends solutions, not a clown. If you want someone to hold your hand and tell you everything will be okay, you belong at a kuku house. Dr Szela saved my life 3 years ago when i was loosing a crazy amount of blood due to an ectopic pregnancy and i wouldnt go to any other doctor. He is gentle and caring and make sure you come with questions, because he has all the answers!
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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Viktorija in Homer Glen, IL – Dec 13, 2018
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He NEVER came to talk to me after my procedure. It took them a week to tell me exactly what they did to me. I asked for more pain medication within the first 2 weeks post-op and he refused to give it to me. He wouldn't answer my calls. I would never recommend this doctor to my worst enemy!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
6 others found this helpful
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Jul 04, 2018
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NEVER GO TO HIM!!! I just left my appointment with him and he is the coldest doctor I've ever had. He had his back turned to me the majority of the time, didn't offer any advice or information. He doesn't smile or feel warm whatsoever and this is my first baby, so I'm nervous and appreciate when people are kind. When he was done he left the room and didn't even tell me we were finished. I sat with my pants down waiting like an idiot until I just left. I'll NEVER go back to him.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
10 others found this helpful
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Jan 24, 2018
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I have called the office seven times in four days to get my colposcopy results from Dr. Szela, and each time I have received an acknowledgement of my previous calls, an indication of no knowledge as to why he has not called me, despite the results being in, and an assurance that he will call within the day. I have still not learned my results and I am now looking into having them sent elsewhere for interpretation. This is unacceptable.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Arlington Heights, IL – Aug 11, 2017
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He just performed a DaVinci hysterectomy for me. Explained everything in detail prior to surgery. Preop (and first) appointment was very thorough. My prior doctor told me I was only a candidate for a full 'old fashioned' hysterectomy which has double the recovery time. Dr. Szela proved him wrong! One week out and I'm doing as well as expected.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Jun 01, 2017
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After having a biopsy, Dr. Szela walked in the room to meet with my husband and I to discuss results. He sat with his back to us the entire time. He didn't acknowledge either of us upon entering the room and told me my biopsy results were negative. While this was great news, this should have been a phone call to me several days earlier when the results were in. This waiting caused undo worry for a week. He clearly just wanted to get the money for the visit. Beware!!!
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
7 others found this helpful
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Arlington Heights, IL – Mar 24, 2017
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I hope he is not the doctor on-call during my delivery. My first appointment him was at 35 weeks pregnant (for 5 minutes) and he suggested a c-section after less than a minute of talking to me. He seemed very uncomfortable, did not ask me any questions and when he saw my hesitation regarding a c-section (considering none of the other doctors had mentioned one), he said, that I shouldn't risk the chance that a natural delivery could result in death. Who says that!? Horrible experience with him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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ALE in Schaumburg, IL – Oct 11, 2016
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Dr. Szela was unfriendly, arrogant and dismissive.He barely made eye contact with me.The new patient form had no medical history questions.He had no info on me at all,and he never asked me any questions about my history.My appt was to establish myself as a new patient, annual exam & discuss my current issues w/ endometriosis.He treated me like I was a narcotic seeking junkie, despite the fact that I never even brought up medication.In fact,I barely spoke.He was rude and offensive.I left in tears
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 others found this helpful
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grd62110 in North Aurora, IL – Mar 31, 2016
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I would not under any circumstances recommend Dr. Erwin Szela to anyone. He immediately opted for surgery instead of running proper tests or trying to diagnose the problem.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
14 others found this helpful
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AI in Schaumburg, IL – Jan 18, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

My duty is to carefully and respectfully transmit the knowledge and experience I have collected over 33 years of practice in the performance of over 10,000 surgeries (1,600 of which are advanced Robotic surgeries) , and  over 15,000 deliveries....read more

biography

Deeply committed to access for care for all patients.  We have created a diverse group of providers and staff to meet the needs of our community and provide the highest quality care to all patients. 
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

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

  • Northwestern/prentice Womens Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1991
  • University Of Illinois

    Internship Hospital, 1987
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Locations

Practice

Womens Healthfirst LLC600 W Lake Cook Rd Ste 120 Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
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Ascension St. Alexius1555 N Barrington Rd Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
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Practice

Office1931 N Meacham Rd Schaumburg, IL 60173
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • 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

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    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

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  • Saint Alexius Medical Center

    1555 N Barrington Rd
    Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

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

    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

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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