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Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD

General Surgery* Age 42
Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD
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Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD is a General Surgeon in Rock Island, IL.
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Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD

General Surgery* Age 42
Rock Island, IL
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience
Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD is a General Surgeon in Rock Island, IL.

About

Dr. Yerkes graduated from St. Georges University School of Medicine. Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD is a General Surgeon in Rock Island, IL and has 16 years experience. Dr. Yerkes currently practices at UnityPoint Clinic Surgery and are affiliated with Trinity Rock Island. Dr. Yerkes has experience treating conditions like Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) and Lung Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Yerkes received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Dr. Yerkes' office accepts new patients. Dr. Yerkes is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Port Placements or Replacements
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Lung Cancer
Port Placements or Replacements
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Lung Cancer
Port Placements or Replacements
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Lung Cancer
Abdominal Pain
Atrial Fibrillation
Constipation
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Diverticulum
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Maze Procedure
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Aneurysm
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Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atrial Septal Defect
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Pleural Neoplasm
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cardiac Tamponade
Carotid Artery Disease
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chylothorax
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Defects
Congenital Heart Disease
Crohn's Disease
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Fistula
Gallstones
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Interstitial Lung Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Male Breast Cancer
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Partial Lung Collapse
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Pyloric Stenosis
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Septal Defect
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Systolic Heart Failure
Thymomas
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Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Ventral Hernia
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Duodenal Polypectomy
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Heart Defect Repair
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Liver Biopsy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Removal
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Partial Lobectomy
Pyloromyotomy
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Genesis Health Group
    2560 24th St Ste 202, Rock Island, IL 61201
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (309) 779-4145
  2. 2 Office
    880 W Central Rd Ste 5000, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 618-3800
  3. 3 Thoracic Services-St. Joseph's Physicians Thoracic Surgeons Medical Office Centre
    104 Union Ave Ste 804, Syracuse, NY 13203
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (315) 475-8409
  4. 4 Northshore University Health System
    2650 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 570-2794
  5. 5 Office
    880 W Central Rd Ste 4250, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 570-1700

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4.1
Based on 12 Reviews
5 Stars (9)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (2)

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Aug 17, 2023
A great doctor, explains this very clearly and great bed side manners.
Brent — Aug 17, 2023
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • St. Georges University School of Medicine
    2008
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Yerkes' profile.

Dr. Yerkes frequently treats the following conditions: Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) and Lung Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD is affiliated with Trinity Rock Island.

Yes, Dr. Nicholas Yerkes, MD holds board certification in General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Trinity Rock Island

    2701 17th St, Rock Island, IL