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John Brayton, MD

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410 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Neurological Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1990
Residency:: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics - 1996

Board Certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Huntley Hospital

McHenry Hospital

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

410 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

84 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

84 Reviews

August 28, 2023

5.0

He is very kind and listens closely to your concerns. Excellent surgeon and extremely knowledgeable. The best of the best! Ann is great too.

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August 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Brayton took the time and effort to explain his diagnosis.

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August 22, 2023

5.0

He showed concern, knowledgeable on my case, shared and explained my images, planned for the future, very satisfied.

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August 20, 2023

5.0

Good doc

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August 19, 2023

5.0

He is so kind and articulate in how he explains things and I really like how he thinks !!!

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August 18, 2023

5.0

He was very personable, knowledgeable, and made sure that I understood everything he was saying. He made sure if I had any questions, and even when he came back, and I did have further questions, he made sure to answer him. I was very comfortable with him and I am grateful that he will be taking care of me.

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August 15, 2023

5.0

Honest man

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August 06, 2023

5.0

The Doctor treated me like a person concerned for my condition.

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August 01, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s such a caring Dr. He puts himself in your place.

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July 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Brayton was very nice, thorough and took the time to explain everything.

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July 25, 2023

5.0

No nonsense explains in terms you understand. Very professional.

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July 14, 2023

5.0

He takes the time to explain everything and make sure you are comfortable with his diagnosis.

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Explains everything well.

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July 11, 2023

5.0

He is a great doctor. He takes time to explain everything and is very knowledgeable.

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July 11, 2023

5.0

He really listened to you.

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July 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brayton is an excellent neurosurgeon. He explained my circumstances and his opinion as to how we should proceed to my wife and I in a way that we could understand.

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June 30, 2023

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, trustworthy.

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June 28, 2023

5.0

He has an impressive reputation.

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June 16, 2023

5.0

He simply is the best.

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June 13, 2023

5.0

I have known Dr. Brayton and have had a lamenectomy performed by him a number of years ago. He is extremely proficient. I rely on his advice. His reputation is well known throughout his profession. He is the BEST!!

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June 13, 2023

5.0

See last answer. Iâ€™ve recommended him a lot over the years.

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June 13, 2023

5.0

He really explained my problem well so I understood him

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June 06, 2023

5.0

He is awesome.

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May 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brayton really cares about his patients.

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Wonderful surgeon. Explained everything clearly. Was quick to answer all questions.

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May 04, 2023

5.0

The Doctor and his staff are attentive.

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May 02, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brayton is patient and takes time to explain conditions and answer questions.

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April 25, 2023

5.0

The best of the best physicians I have encountered. Extremely knowledgeable and always kind and patient.

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April 25, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brayton was well prepared for my visit and was well informed about my history.

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April 22, 2023

5.0

He has a great way of making people feel at ease with navigating their situation.

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April 18, 2023

5.0

Doctor Brayton is caring and willing to answer all questions. Always explains in full detail what are your choices.

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April 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brayton is clearly at the forefront of medicine.

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Had complete confidence in his concern for me as a patient and in his skill as a surgeon.

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Not only is he extremely knowledgeable, he makes you feel confident that heâ€™s going to do everything he can to get you well!

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March 20, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and showed he cared about my issues

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March 17, 2023

5.0

Gave an honest assessment of situation and what would best for me

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March 11, 2023

5.0

He's patient and explains everything.

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March 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brayton explores all the treatment options before going to surgery. He's knowledgeable and explains your options clearly so you can make an informed decision

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February 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brayton is amazing. It starts with his team to him, he takes the team to look at all the details holistically and explains things so his patients understand!

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February 27, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brayton is always very personal, not seemingly in a hurry, and takes time to help me and explain things. Iâ€™m always nervous before any doc appointment, and I always leave feeling hopeful. That is not usually my experience.

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February 27, 2023

5.0

Exceptional, very thorough, and great bedside manners

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February 27, 2023

5.0

Very good explains everything and always tries to figure out a way to ease your pain.

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February 22, 2023

5.0

Doctor Brayton removed my anxiety and took the time to explain my concerns. He also provided a future plan. Excellent bedside manner!

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February 15, 2023

5.0

Professional, informative, listens to our concerns, is not condescending in his approach or his teachings- he is an asset to NM

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February 11, 2023

5.0

He explained everything and makes sure you understand

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February 06, 2023

5.0

He explained everything very thoroughly and in a way I could understand. Seems to have a good bedside manner.

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February 04, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, able to explain things to be understood

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February 03, 2023

5.0

I have every confidence in him.

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January 31, 2023

5.0

Excellent care, extremely knowledgeable, very thorough, and and expert neurosurgeon!

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January 30, 2023

5.0

He's a very caring Dr.

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January 28, 2023

5.0

I have been seeing Dr. Brayton for about 8 years and have complete trust in his recommendations!

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January 27, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manner, caring understanding, good at explaining patient overall, I feel like he will provide me the best care possible

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January 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Brayton is very caring and explains every detail of surgery he will perform. Proud to tell everyone that Dr John Brayton did my surgery! He is the best

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January 14, 2023

5.0

He is easy to talk to. Put me at ease about the procedure. Spent time with me and was not rushed.

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January 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brayton was very thorough in explaining my issues. I went in terrified and left feeling very confident I was in the right hands.

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January 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brayton is always thoroughly prepared, having carefully studied and thought thru test results before entering the patient examining room. He is very knowledgeable and explains details clearly. He takes time to listen and answer questions. He is personable, truly cares for the patient's needs, and follows up.

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January 10, 2023

5.0

Same. Good man. Better human

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January 09, 2023

5.0

Every caring doctor and explain everything that going on!!

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December 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Brayton is an excellent doctor. He knew my situation and explained a proposed course of action.

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December 19, 2022

5.0

Appreciate Dr Braytonâ€™s knowledge and help

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December 18, 2022

5.0

Dr. Brayton is the best MD I have ever met. Wouldnâ€™t let anyone else operate on my neck or back.

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December 13, 2022

5.0

Very professional and good communication skills

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December 12, 2022

5.0

Great Doctor

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December 06, 2022

5.0

I trust Dr Braxton. He tells me what he is doing, explains everything, takes time. Professional, caring

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December 06, 2022

5.0

The whole experience being treeted atMW has been a.great experience .

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November 28, 2022

5.0

Heâ€™s knowledgeable, thorough and has excellent bedside manner. He performed a 2 level fusion and I had my two week post op appointment today. Heâ€™s pleased with my progress and he genuinely cares about his patients.

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November 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Brayton was extremely knowledgeable, compassionate and took the time to explain my condition and treatment options. Felt very comfortable with him

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November 21, 2022

5.0

Heâ€™s is right on target

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November 20, 2022

5.0

Explains problems and offers solutions

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November 18, 2022

5.0

Very clear information are provided within the course of discussion. Satisfied.

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November 15, 2022

5.0

Very kind and attentive doctor who was invested in my treatment and care.

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November 09, 2022

5.0

Took time to review my MRI in detail. Answered all my questions and made me feel at ease.

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November 08, 2022

5.0

He is a rare neurosurgeon who truly answers all your questions. He explains things until YOU understand. He really cares about his patients.

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November 04, 2022

5.0

He is a amazing neurologist

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November 01, 2022

5.0

Same as above. He took the time to explain everything in a way that I could understand and took the time to show me with models exactly what was going on with my neck.

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November 01, 2022

5.0

heâ€™s the nicest doctor youâ€™ll ever meet. He cares about what he does, and it shows.

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October 24, 2022

5.0

Because he knows what he is doing and heâ€™s great at what he does

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October 24, 2022

5.0

Knows a lot and I trust everything he says

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October 21, 2022

5.0

Excellent

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October 21, 2022

5.0

Professional yet friendly.

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October 21, 2022

5.0

He is a # 1 surgeon with great knowledge, skill, and demonstrates personal warmth with his patients!

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October 21, 2022

5.0

Very compassionate and knowledgeable

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October 19, 2022

5.0

dr brayton is so caring , so professional , really wants you to understand the whys and fixes

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October 19, 2022

5.0

Having had previous experience with my spinal cord and the issues I have had Dr.Brayton put to rest any doubts I may have had

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Disclosures

John Brayton, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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