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Dr. Russell Nockels, MD

Dr. Russell Nockels, MD

Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Russell Nockels, MD is a neurosurgeon in Maywood, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwest Community Hospital and Loyola University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

2160 S 1st Ave Maywood, IL 60153

Make an Appointment

(708) 216-0005

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Nockels is affiliated with Northwest Community Hospital Arlington Heights, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Nockels 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. Nockels specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Nockels' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nockels

3.5

28 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 18, 2023
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kathy Wienberg – Dec 16, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
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Justice – Aug 17, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nancy Bonelli – Oct 08, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Roberta C in Villa Park – May 09, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Mary Westover in W oodstock, IL – Jan 19, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Martin in Chicago, IL – Nov 30, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kimberly Salas in Schererville – Aug 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
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 people found this helpful
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Jul 14, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ahmed ashour in Tinley Park, IL – Jul 07, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Elgin, IL – Jun 15, 2017
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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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mike Fowler in Sullivan, IL – Mar 17, 2017
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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
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lockport, IL – Oct 27, 2016
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biography

Dr. Russell Nockels, MD is a neurosurgeon in Maywood, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwest...read more

  • Neurosurgery

  • Neurological Spine Reconstructive Surgery

  • Neurological Spine 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.

  • Nyu Langone Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • Queens Sq

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988

  • Loyola University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • Loyola University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984

  • Loyola University Chicago

    Undergraduate School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Nockels is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Loyola University Medical Center2160 S 1st Ave Maywood, IL 60153
    1
    Office880 W Central Rd Ste 7200 Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    2

    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

      View all awards

      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

      View all patient feedback

    • Loyola University Medical Center

      2160 S 1st Ave
      Maywood, IL 60153
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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