Joseph Talarico, MD, FACS

Specialty:
* General Surgery

Medical School:
* Medical doctorate, University of Toledo College of Medicine, Toledo, OH

Internship:
* University of Illinois Metropolitan Group Hospitals, Chicago, IL

Residency:
* University of Illinois Metropolitan Group Hospitals, Chicago, IL

Fellowship:
* Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH

Certifications:
* Board Certified Surgeon
* Licensed Physician and Surgeon in Illinois, Ohio, Florida, New York
* American Board of Surgery
* American Heart ACLS Certificate, American Heart BLS Certificate

Special Interests:
* Minimally invasive general surgery
* Laparoscopic approaches to colon and gallbladder surgery

Publications:
* Numerous oral presentations/abstracts on a variety of general surgery topics.

Certified Specialties

Surgery (General Surgery) - American Board of Surgery

Faculty Appointments

Clinical Assistant Professor (Voluntary) - Department of Surgery, Community (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Surgery (General Surgery), Cleveland Clinic Foundation. 2008 - 2010

Residency, Surgery (General Surgery), University of Illinois College of Medicine-Chicago. 2003 - 2008

Internship, Surgery (General Surgery), University of Illinois College of Medicine-Chicago. 2002 - 2003

Education

MD | University of Toledo College of Medicine. 2002

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

During this visit, did this provider spend enough time with you?

4.9

During this visit, did this provider show respect for what you had to say?

5.0

During this visit did this provider give you easy to understand information about these health questions or concerns?

4.9

During this visit, did this provider listen carefully to you?

5.0

During this visit, did this provider explain things in a way that was easy to understand?

4.9

Patient Comments

4.6

Provider speaks very fast. Had to listen very carefully to understand what was said.

Jul 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Talarico was very informative about his surgical procedure and gave me options

Jun 30, 2024

5.0

He is the best outthere

Jun 29, 2024

5.0

Care provider was excellent.

Apr 30, 2024

5.0

The Best!

Apr 22, 2024

5.0

Doctor Talarico was the best doctor I have ever seen. I wish all doctors were like him.

Apr 22, 2024

5.0

Excellent experience thank you

Feb 25, 2024

5.0

Excellent dr. & staff.

Feb 13, 2024

5.0

I'm really going to miss seeing this specialist on a regular basis. I wish there was a primary care physician accepting patients that displayed the same level of concern, friendliness, and expertise as this provider (Dr. Talarico).

Feb 10, 2024

5.0

This is my second surgery with Dr. Talarico. I've already referred him to several friends with one who had a hernia surgery performed by the doctor recently. I'm also looking to transfer over to Dr. Talarico for other procedures.

Feb 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Talarico did an excellent job with all aspects of my hernia surgery

Dec 23, 2023

5.0

From my very first visit with this provider to the most recent visit, I was extremely impressed with his courtesy and willingness to discuss his experience and my options for expected surgical repair. I have never encountered another doctor, in my long life, as friendly and respectful in considering my concerns and feelings.

Dec 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Talarico is the best provider I have ever used. He is very empathetic and quickly develops a strong rapport with his patient. He is very reassuring and clearly explains treatment options while allowing the patient to make their own informed decision. He also has a fantastic sense of humor, which is great for patient morale!

Dec 09, 2023

5.0

Dr. Talarico is extremely professional and knowledgeable. He clearly explains what the health issue is and gives you all the information you need to decide what the best treatment is. I trust him with my life and completely respect his professional opinion.

Oct 22, 2023

5.0

Only my first interaction, but one of the best if not the best doctor interactions I've had.

Oct 20, 2023

5.0

Best experience ever.

Sep 28, 2023

5.0

I could sing the accolades of each and everyone I came into contact with that day, all day long.

Aug 10, 2023

5.0

Very good experience.

Jul 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Talaricio was extremely knowledgeable regarding my hernia condition and how to treat it.

Jun 10, 2023

5.0

I had a very good experience.

May 18, 2023

5.0

My overall experience with Dr. Talarico and his team were outstanding. Thanks for all the care & attention they gave to me and my family.

May 15, 2023

5.0

All great.

Mar 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Talarico listened attentively to my concerns. Showed great concern for my issues and ordered immediate testing at the hospital with excellent follow up from him. He called me multiple times and I'm extremely grateful to him for his concern. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a surgical opinion

Feb 18, 2023

5.0

This was the provider that I had requested. His patient communication was clear, respectful, and reassuring. I felt that he was certainly very experienced and skilled.

Feb 03, 2023

5.0

I love Dr. Talarico. You can tell he genuinely cares about you.

Sep 10, 2022