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Dr. Wayel Kaakaji, MD

Dr. Wayel Kaakaji, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Wayel Kaakaji, MD is a neurosurgeon in Munster, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Mary Medical Center and The University of Chicago Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 38 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (38 reviews)

Practice

801 MacArthur Blvd Ste 405 Munster, IN 46321
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(219) 942-6510

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kaakaji is affiliated with St. Mary Medical Center Hobart, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Kaakaji 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. Kaakaji 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
    Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Kaakaji's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kaakaji

4.1

38 ratings, 20 with a written review
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Bob Schappert – Jan 14, 2025
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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
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Will in Lowell IN – Feb 17, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 26, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 27, 2021
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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
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Apr 02, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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Dec 30, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Debbie & Eric Mayro – Jun 30, 2020
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 28, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mar 30, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 22, 2019
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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
Helpful
Ellen – Jan 15, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Z in Valparaiso, IN – Dec 30, 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Laura Villarreal in Hammond, Indiana – Jan 25, 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
2 people found this helpful
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William Cox in Hammond, IN – Aug 12, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Munster, IN – Jul 19, 2017
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What went well
No results
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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Hammond, IN – May 31, 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
11 people found this helpful
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Candace Jones - Bolden in Gary, Indiana – Aug 02, 2016
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Merrillville, IN – Mar 15, 2016
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
a thomas in Chicago, IL – Feb 26, 2016
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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
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
wlb1158 in Portage, Indiana – Feb 05, 2016
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biography

Dr. Wayel Kaakaji, MD is a neurosurgeon in Munster, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Residency Hospital, 1998

  • Or Health Scies University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1998

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Kaakaji is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Community Spine and Neuosurgery Institute801 MacArthur Blvd Ste 405 Munster, IN 46321
    1
    Rodolfo L Jao MD Inc1400 S Lake Park Ave Ste 300 Hobart, IN 46342
    2
    Munster Medical Research Foundation Inc901 MacArthur Blvd Munster, IN 46321
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. Mary Medical Center

      1500 S Lake Park Ave
      Hobart, IN 46342
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      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.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • The University of Chicago Medical Center

      5841 S Maryland Ave
      Chicago, IL 60637
      Recipient of 30
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all 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

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

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Community Hospital

      901 MacArthur Blvd
      Munster, IN 46321
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery

      View all awards

      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

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality