About Dr. Yamada 
Shishin Yamada, M.D. is a board-certified general surgeon based in New Lenox, Illinois, providing general and trauma care since 2006.
Dr. Yamada is especially skilled at minimally invasive, robotic-laparoscopic surgery. With his dedication to quality, he is a member of Midwest Institute of Robotic Surgery at Silver Cross Hospital, which performs more robotic surgeries than any other hospital in Illinois.
“Everyone was so pleasant. Dr. Yamada was very attentive”
“Dr. Yamada is a very skilled surgeon, who prides himself in his work. He is smart, kind and listens to the patient.”
“Great communication and listens sincerely. Top notch surgeon. I just went thru my 4th procedure with him.” Mike C.”
“Dr. Yamada is an outstanding surgeon. I had to have emergency surgery to remove my colon. I was in real bad physical condition due to alcoholism.
Dr. Yamada asked my family if I really wanted to live. Their answer was an overwhelming, HELL YES. He told them that I had about a 30% chance of survival.
Well, I’m here writing about this 23 months later!”
Dr. Yamada asked my family if I really wanted to live. Their answer was an overwhelming, HELL YES. He told them that I had about a 30% chance of survival.
Well, I’m here writing about this 23 months later!”
“Dr. Yamada is not only an exceptional surgeon, he is the most kind hearted soul.
Our Mother was taken by him as well as my Sister & I.
A true, honest caring Doctor and a wonderful human being. A Blessing.”
Our Mother was taken by him as well as my Sister & I.
A true, honest caring Doctor and a wonderful human being. A Blessing.”
“Wonderful doctor, thorough and caring”
“Five-stars!”
“Dr. Yamada is a fantastic doctor!”
“Dr Yamada is the best. Really appropriate. The great service and experiences. Top quality. Thank you very much “
“Very professional!”
“Very helpful with everything. Doctor explained to my level of understanding”
“Very compassionate, knowledgeable, and nice staff and doctor.:
“Dr. Yamada was great! You truly get the feeling he cares about you, your health, and your concerns. All questions answered. Office was also excellent!”
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