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Dr. Sanath Kumar, MD

Dr. Sanath Kumar, MD

General Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Sanath Kumar, MD is a general surgeon in Orland Park, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Bangalore Medical College in 1971. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Advocate Trinity Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

9445 W 144th Pl Orland Park, IL 60462

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Dr. Kumar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kumar

3.8
24 ratings, 10 with a written review
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3 star
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I got uncomfortable when the assistant told me out of the blue that I would have to 'take my pants and panties down' so Dr Kumar could do a rectal exam. Very unprofessional and disgustingly crude word choice. When I said no to the rectal exam, Dr Kumar says to his asst that I deferred but they'll just do it 'when I'm knocked out'. I didn't like her or him and I hated his questions: do you have kids, so you had no vaginal births? Do you still bleed? I wanted to throw up. Words cannot express the darkness I felt in that room. I canceled my procedure. God bless us all.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
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Feb 06, 2024
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I was recommended by a client and I had my first visit with Dr Kumar and was impressed with him!!Had my colonoscopy and he told me I had colon cancer so I had to have surgery and I wasn’t nervous because I knew I was in great hands and he did a wonderful job and my recovery was very good. I didn’t need chemo or radiation and he was always there for me if I needed him!!Love his staff also and they are also there for you too!When I was in the hospital after surgery the staff only had wonderful things to say about him including x-ray techsThank you for all you’ve done for me Dr Kumar
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Linda Balhan – Sep 20, 2023
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Great Physician Excellent Surgeon Provides wonderful care for the patient
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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Ed Haberkorn – Mar 24, 2021
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Quick, competent, effective.
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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Aug 05, 2020
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I sat there in pain with a fissure for 45 minutes and he saw exactly one patient. All that time wasted. I left. I don't care what his qualifcations are - if you treat people like that, I'm gone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 28, 2019
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Went for a routine exam with Dr Kumar. He was very thorough and explained what was going on thru the whole procedure. Excellent.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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May 20, 2019
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Dr. Kumar spends a lot of time explaining what he thinks should be done and why. After procedures, he explains thoroughly what was done and what is to be expected during recovery. He is easy to talk with and easy to question.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jo Ann in Lansing, IL – Aug 31, 2018
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if you need a caring and intelligent surgeon, see Dr Kumar. Various members of my gFamily have seen him for years. He takes the time needed to review any issues you have and provides extremely thorough examinations. He provides understandable explanations and will answer as many questions as you have. He never rushes you along. Our family sees him for colonoscopies and has performed several surgeries on family members. I give him the highest recommendation.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Dee in New Lenox, IL – Jul 14, 2016
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Dr Kumar was fabulous! He took his time with me and my family and explained everything in great detail. When I say took his time, he spent about 45 mins with us. You don't get that these days any more. He truly cares about the patient and what is best for them. His staff was so funny and outgoing. They made us feel like family and very at ease with what we had to do. Having been a patient now for a few months and I would recommend him to anyone.
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
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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MP in Orland Park, IL – Jun 23, 2016
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Poor and horrible experience
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
4 others found this helpful
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Rami in Tinley park – Jan 06, 2016
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Dr. Sanath Kumar, MD is a general surgeon in Orland Park, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Bangalore Medical College in 1971. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Advocate Trinity Hospital...read more
  • General Surgery

  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • Cook Co Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1978
  • Cook Co Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1974
  • Bangalore Medical College

    Medical School, 1971
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
Colon & Rectal Surgery
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  • Hindi

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Locations

Practice

Sanath Kumar MD. LTD.9445 W 144th Pl Orland Park, IL 60462
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Practice

Office297 W Franciscan Dr Ste 208 Crown Point, IN 46307
2

Practice

Advocate South Suburban Hospital17800 Kedzie Ave Hazel Crest, IL 60429
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • 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

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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

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

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  • Palos Community Hospital

    12251 S 80th Ave
    Palos Heights, IL 60463
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Gastrointestinal Care 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.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower 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
  • Advocate Trinity Hospital

    2320 E 93rd St
    Chicago, IL 60617
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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