Dr. Ruheri Perez-Tamayo, MD
Cardiothoracic Surgery*
30+ years of experience
Dr. Ruheri Perez-Tamayo, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Maywood, IL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
5 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 5 Star Rating (11 reviews)
Practice
2160 S 1st Ave Maywood, IL 60153Make an Appointment
At a Glance
- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Perez-Tamayo specializes in the areas of Critical Care Surgery & Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well
- Trustworthy
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Dr. Perez-Tamayo's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Perez-Tamayo
5.0
11 ratings, 10 with a written review
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Doctor Perez-Tamayo was very confident of his skills and the procedures I faced. His knowledge was very comforting and if I had to put my life in someone’s hands I am glad they were his.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Daniel Pumfery – May 16, 2018
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Dr was very patient and convincing, he practically saved his 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 09, 2018
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Absolutely wonderful care, I felt very at ease. He explained everything in detail to me. Staff provided me with great care especially the nurses. They all listened to me and provided care and compassion. They treated me like 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
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Rosa Carpanzano in Melrose Park, IL – Oct 16, 2017
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We feel that Dr. Perez-Tamayo is an amazing dr he is very clear and thorough in explaining all the pros and cons. Was there any time we needed him. Answered all of our questions. He surrounds himself with excellent staff. He gave us all our options and chose the right path for my future health. He chose what was in our best interest.
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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A. Cundari in Chicago, IL – Aug 28, 2017
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I had a good experience. The doctor is great and very calming. He made me laugh during a difficult situation. The office staff was great and very patient. Also the ICU nurses were great and took very good care of me.
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
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Joe E. in Villa Park IL – Jun 26, 2017
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Dr. Tamayo is a outstanding Dr. He will always put his patients first,
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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August J. Bucci in bloomingdale, il – Jun 24, 2017
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Dr. Perez-Tamayo and his staff including his Physician Assistant, his Nurse and his Secretary all took very good care of me and answered all of my questions. I was very nervous and worried at first but after talking to them I decided to go ahead with the surgery. The hospital staff was very nice too.
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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Henry K. in River Grove, IL – Jun 21, 2017
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Very caring. Entire staff was very helpful in explaining to us in detail the valve replacement surgery. ICU was wonderful. Can't say enough how informative the doctor was and how caring he and his staff were.
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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Joseph C. Stendebach in Franklin Park, IL – Jun 19, 2017
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I came into the emergency department and after a bunch of tests was not expecting to hear I need open heart surgery. Dr. Perez-Tamayo performed my surgery. Everything turned out ok afterall. Everyone was wonderful.
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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Jun 16, 2017
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Dr. Perez-Tamayo performed my open hear surgery last year. I received excellent care from him and the rest of his staff and hospital too. Would truly recommend.
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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Melrose Park, IL – Jun 16, 2017
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How was your experience with Dr. Perez-Tamayo?Overall Patient Satisfaction
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Perez-Tamayo to family and friends is 5 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
I believe in delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in a collaborative fashion. This collaboration includes the patients and their families, and I build this by taking all the time necessary to explain the indications, risks, and benefits of every intervention. I am easy to contact 24/7.biography
I am an American born to a Hispanic Heritage, and speak fluent Spanish. I grew up in the Western Suburbs of Chicago, and earned my Medical Degree at the University of Chicago. I have an additional Doctoral Degree in Engineering at Duke...read moreCardiothoracic 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.
Loyola University Medical Center
Residency Hospital, 2001Duke University
Fellowship Hospital, 1999Duke University Medical Center
Residency Hospital, 1998Duke School Of Engineering
1996Duke University Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1991University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Critical Care Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Practice
Loyola University Medical Center2160 S 1st Ave Maywood, IL 60153
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86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
77%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
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