Dr. Michael Mccarthy, DO, FACS | Rockford, IL | General Surgeon

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Dr. Michael McCarthy is a surgeon who earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. With 26 years of experience in surgery, he brings extensive knowledge to his practice. Dr. McCarthy is board-certified as a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. McCarthy practices at locations in Rockford, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center. He specializes in treating open wounds, ventral hernias, and pressure sores. His surgical expertise includes chronic wound care and specialized dressing techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
5

10 Ratings
26 years of experience
24 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
7 written reviews
1 specialty
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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Mike McCarthy was very professional, showed concern and provided options in easy to understand terms. Great doctor

June 22nd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr.McCarthy answered all my questions and shared his thoughts and experiences with similar cases and recommended plan of treatment.

February 23rd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. McCarthy is an excellent doctor.

December 8th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. McCarthy was wonderful. He went over the procedure, discussed possible side effects and what to expect after surgery. I feel like he took the time to listen to me and I am happy to have him as my surgeon.

May 2nd, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Good experience with Dr. Mc Carthy.

April 26th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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I would recommend

April 15th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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fabulous and personable physician. Very knowledgeable

May 8th, 2009

Surgical Associates of Northern Illinois at Mercyhealth–Rockton

2350 N. Rockton Ave., 5th floorRockford, IL 61103

Tel: (815) 971-7150

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Surgical Associates of Northern Illinois at Mercyhealth–Riverside

8201 E. Riverside Blvd.Rockford, IL 61114

Tel: (815) 971-7000

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Dr. Michael Mccarthy, DO, FACS	Dr. Gabriela Stepinska Stepinska Generette	Dr. Erin Carolyn Mackinney	Dr. James Walter Girardy, MD
Surgery	Internal Medicine	Surgery	Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (10 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)
26 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience	51 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Rockford , IL	Rockford , IL	Rockford , IL	ROCKFORD , IL
Med School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Medical University Of Warsaw	Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin	Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Des Moines University College of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2000

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