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Dr. John Brayton, MD

Dr. John Brayton, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. John Brayton, MD is a neurosurgeon in Winfield, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Brayton has extensive experience in Nervous System Neoplasms. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

25 N Winfield Rd Ste 424424 Winfield, IL 60190
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(630) 933-4056

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Brayton is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital Lake Forest, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Brayton is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Brayton specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Brayton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brayton

4.6

33 ratings, 4 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Julie – Nov 27, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Jeanne Reinier in Sugar Grove, IL – Aug 21, 2018
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Roy Voss in Elgin, IL – Mar 29, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
15 people found this helpful
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Charles S. Wolande in IL – Feb 27, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Successful care of the neurosurgical patient lies in attention to detail. From the initial visit, history, and evaluation to meticulous surgical technique and aftercare, every detail matters more in neurosurgery than any other field of medicine. Patien

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics

    Residency Hospital

  • University Iowa Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Brayton is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Northwestern Medicine Neurosciences-Winfield25 N Winfield Rd Ste 424424 Winfield, IL 60190
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    Practice

    Northwestern Medicine Cancer Center-Delnor351 Delnor Dr Ste 401 Geneva, IL 60134
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

      1000 N Westmoreland Rd
      Lake Forest, IL 60045
      Recipient of 13
      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

      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

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital

      10400 Haligus Rd
      Huntley, IL 60142
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

    • Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

      25 N Winfield Rd
      Winfield, IL 60190
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

      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

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

      View all awards

      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

      80%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      15% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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