Dr. James R. Varrell, MD | Chicago, IL | Psychiatry

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NJ Monthly has announced their 2008 list of Top Docs. Chosen by their peers these doctors represent the physicians other physicians seek when their own family members need treatment. Dr. James Varrell, MD has been recognized as Top Doc for Psychiatry.

accepting new patients
3.4

21 Ratings
37 years of experience
speaks English
Pennsylvania Child Guidance Center
9 written reviews
1 specialty
16 areas of expertise
1 board certification
9 hospital affiliations
5 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Varrell's Ratings and Reviews

3.4

21 Ratings with 9 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 22 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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knows his stuff on autism

August 11th, 2017

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Dr. Varrell is a well known child and adolescent psychiatrist who also practices telepsychiatry. He is a busy man so it is difficult to get an appointment but he knows his stuff particualrly around autism.

August 23rd, 2016

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Needs to be more professional around women.

September 28th, 2015

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I was appalled at Dr Varrells abominable behavior, he didn't stop staring at my daughters girlfriend to the point of being uncomfortable. We felt unsafe with him around and I would advise you NOT allow this doctor near your daughters. He seems to have a psychological problem. All this was while my daughter was in the hospital newly diagnosed with MS, he also left an improper psych diagnosis due to his negligence.

April 2nd, 2015

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Dr. Varrell saw my son who is autistic and was very good. He understands the issues that we deal with daily and I would highly recommend him.

June 3rd, 2013

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Kids love him. It took several tries to find the right medicine for my son but he's good. professional. knowledgable. I like him. The office staff in the past (melissa) was horrible. but overall, a good experience.

May 16th, 2012

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He may do well with kids, but he is not effective for adults. I was a guinea pig for medications and it was a nightmare. I wouldn't recommend him. I would wait for over 45 minutes each time I had an appointment with him. Not acceptable.

January 26th, 2012

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both my kids have been in Dr. Varrell's care for 18+ months now - While it is tough to get an appointment with Dr. Varrell, he is worth itVery caring, compassionate, ultra professional but human at the same time. Great sense of humor - isable to put both my kids at ease - they love him.Very dedicated to his patients - Highly recommend

September 4th, 2011

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Good doctor. I had no problems at all. He helped me out considerably.

December 6th, 2010

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Dr. James Ronald Varrell, MD	Dr. Maralys Colon Betancourt, MD	Dr. Oladunni Boladale, PMHNP-BC, DNP	Dr. Khadija Khan, MD
Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (21 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)
37 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience		38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Urdu, Hindi
Chicago , IL	Lincolnshire , IL	BOLINGBROOK , IL	DOWNERS GROVE , IL
Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School	Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine		Med School: Dow Medical College
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Psychiatry

Acne
Adolescent Psychiatry
Anxiety Disorders
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder / Manic Depressive Disorder
Birth Control
Child Psychiatry
Depression
Depressive Disorder
Eating Disorders
Insomnia
Pediatrics
Schizophrenia
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Sleep Disorders
Substance Abuse

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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Pennsylvania Child Guidance Center

Medical School

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolGraduated in 1989

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Where is Dr. James Varrell's office located?: Dr. James Varrell's office is located at 4525 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL, 60640.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Varrell affiliated with?: Dr. James Varrell is affiliated with The Childrens Hospital At Saint Peters, Inspira Health Center Woodbury, Lower Bucks Hospital, Lankenau Medical Center, Beebe Healthcare, Virtua Marlton Hospital, Buttonwood Behavioral Health Hospital, Inspira Health Network Bridgeton Mental Health, and Shriners Hospitals For Children Philadelphia.
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