Find doctors practicing Urology in Rockford, IL
Urology • Rockford, IL
Ratings by platform
- Healthgrades: 4.3/5 stars (19 reviews)
- Healthgrades: 4.3/5 stars (29 reviews)
- Vitals: 4.4/5 stars (67 ratings)
- Healthgrades: 3.4/5 stars (16 reviews)
- WebMD: 4.5/5 stars (68 ratings)
What patients say
Patients praise
- Strong technical expertise and surgical skill reported by many patients
- Appreciation for thorough explanations of conditions and treatment options
- Friendly, professional, and comforting demeanor observed by some patients during sensitive procedures
- Many patients express high trust in their doctors for long-term care, particularly regarding cancer and chronic conditions
Common complaints
- Reports of rude or dismissive office staff and physicians
- Complaints regarding poor bedside manner, including condescending behavior and lack of empathy
- Instances of perceived poor communication or failure to address severe pain in a timely manner
- Criticism of administrative processes, such as billing issues
In patients' words
"He explains everything to you that you need to know. He answers all your questions no matter how many you have. He is a wonderful Doctor."
— Healthgrades (Dr. Christopher Whelan)"Dr. Valadez is arrogant, rude, and has poor bedside manner... He was so focused on other physicians he might know... I walked out with no answers."
— Healthgrades (Dr. Richard Valadez)"Drive 30 minutes out of Rockford and work with a legitimate practice. Horrific billing, extremely rude office staff and physicians."
— Yelp (Rockford Urological Associates)More clinics in Rockford
Pediatrics - Mercyhealth
Patients praise: Knowledgeable and experienced pediatricians · Compassionate and kind bedside manner.
Trinity Health Medical Group, Obstetrics & Gynecology
Patients praise: Compassionate, kind care and being listened to · Clear communication and feeling comfortable with procedures.
N Alpine Rd Clinic Allergy and Immunology Clinic - UW Health
Patients praise: professional and efficient medical care · personable and informative doctors and nursing staff.
N Alpine Rd Clinic Podiatry - UW Health
Patients praise: Professional and knowledgeable care providers · Courteous and patient staff.
Comparing your options?
Browse other Urology clinics, or filter by state and specialty to compare patient ratings.

