Dr. Walter G. Rooney, MD | Kankakee, IL | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

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Dr. Rooney graduated from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine,University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1997. He works in Kankakee, IL and 3 other locations and specializes in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. Dr. Rooney is affiliated with Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Medical Center Joliet.

accepting new patients
4.1

18 Ratings
29 years of experience
14 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
6 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Male

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So far so good. First doctor to send me for a test I've never had for my problem of 10 years. Going back to see him again to discuss treatment. Would recommend.

February 17th, 2021

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Was immediately put at ease by his patient explanation of the examination. Answered all my questions and I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Rooney.

November 13th, 2018

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Seemed really good at first, although not in the office much. Anymore, he's been impossible to follow up with. Staff is not accurate with messages, and it's been nearly a month that I've been trying to reach him. Looking for another doctor.

January 4th, 2016

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Great explanation of procedure. Attentive. Thorough.

January 27th, 2015

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I had my tonsils out and Dr. Rooney took great care of me. He was super nice and caring the best care I ever had.

October 3rd, 2012

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I enjoy his honesty. When I started to stress out his nurse fixed everything. I was able to stay one night.he has a great staff Dr. Rooney and my family dr. if he is late to a see me thats ok as long as that person needed that help great. My daughters have seen him and I would give his name out no problem I trust him.

November 9th, 2011

Ear Nose And Throat Specialists

375 N Wall St Ste P620Kankakee, IL 60901

Tel: (815) 928-5098

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Riverside Healthcare Frankfort Campus

23120 S La Grange RdFrankfort, IL 60423

Riverside Medical Center

350 N Wall StKankakee, IL 60901

Tel: (815) 933-1671

Riverside Healthcare Frankfort Campus

23120 S Lagrange RdFrankfort, IL 60423


Dr. Walter George Rooney, MD	Dr. David Eugene Krause, MD	Dr. John Paul Hung	Dr. Kristal Maureen Kunitomo Brown, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
Accepts New Patients
4.1 (18 Ratings)	4.6 (9 Ratings)	3.7 (3 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)
29 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience	60 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Kankakee , IL	Kankakee , IL	Kankakee , IL	Frankfort , IL
Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine	Med School: Taipei Med Coll Taiwan (244-04 Eff 1/1971)	Med School: University Of Hawaii At Manoa
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated in 1998

University Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated in 1997

Dr. David Eugene Krause, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
47 Years Exp | Kankakee, IL
(9)
Dr. John Paul Hung
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
60 Years Exp | Kankakee, IL
(3)
Dr. Kristal Maureen Kunitomo Brown, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
17 Years Exp | Frankfort, IL
(1)

Does Dr. Walter Rooney accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Walter Rooney has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Walter Rooney's office located?: Dr. Walter Rooney's office is located at 375 N Wall St Ste P620, Kankakee, IL, 60901.
What languages does Dr. Walter Rooney speak?: Dr. Walter Rooney speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Walter Rooney affiliated with?: Dr. Walter Rooney is affiliated with Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Medical Center Joliet.
Does Dr. Walter Rooney accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Walter Rooney accepts on their Vitals profile.

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