Dr. Marek Walczyk, MD
Psychiatrist
369.4 mi · 5519 N Cumberland Ave, STE 1016, Chicago, IL 60656
At a glance
4.69 stars (186 reviews)
94% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 5 insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, BlueCross BlueShield, Caterpillar, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Medical University of Silesia, School of Medicine in Katowice
Works at Advanced Psychiatry Clinic
4.69
186 reviews
Bedside manner
4.7
Wait time
4.6
Recent reviews
My experience with Dr. Walczyk everytime is nothing but outstanding. He listens and really wants to deal with the issues.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He was busier than usual, but he was still very courteous, collected, and quick.
A new receptionist, and at first, she seemed a little out of sorts, unsure of where things were, handed the doctor someone else's chart instead of mine, but by the end of my appointment, she actually corrected a few insurance matters (from about 2 months ago) that the former/other receptionist had been uncertain about and left pending, so I was very, very pleased and relieved by her helpful and prompt competence.
Continues to be a commendable practice--my only complaint would be they can not call in prescriptions or write several months at once, so I have to return each month for a copay visit just to have him write another prescription, which they led me to believe was illegal but my girlfriend's psychiatrist in Uptown does that for her. Not sure if that's my a fault on my end, however, as my mind boggles at insurance. Will be figured out in due time though.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Office location
Advanced Psychiatry Clinic
369.4 mi · 5519 N Cumberland Ave, STE 1016, Chicago, IL, 60656
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In-network insurances
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Popular visit reasons
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Daytime Sleepiness
Depression
Marriage Counseling
Migraine
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychotherapy
Sleep Problems
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Daytime Sleepiness
Depression
Marriage Counseling
More about Dr. Marek Walczyk, MD
Dr. Walczyk completed his residency in Psychiatry at the University of Chicago Medical Center. He has been focused on the field of psychiatry since 1997. Dr. Walczyk specialized in Neurology in Poland.
Currently Dr. Walczyk focuses on private practice, pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy, and working with experienced therapists.
Dr. Walczyk treats all adult patients as well as children from 14 years of age. He accepts most of the Health Insurance Plans including Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Medicare.
Dr. Marek Walczyk is one of the pioneers in the United States using recently FDA approved TMS for treatment resistant depression with great success.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Medical University of Silesia, School of Medicine in Katowice
University of Chicago Medical Center, Residency in Psychiatry
Practice
Advanced Psychiatry Clinic
Background
Languages spoken
English
Russian
Polish
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1447243373
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.69
Wait time
4.60
Bedside manner
4.70
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186 reviews
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My experience with Dr. Walczyk everytime is nothing but outstanding. He listens and really wants to deal with the issues.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Great doctor. Made me feel comfortable and I was able to get an appointment a week out. Definitely recommend him
June 16, 2015Initials hidden
Extremely compassionate and understanding, sound advice and counsel, makes you feel better for having shown up!
April 15, 2013Initials hidden
First appointment, had made it thru Zoc Doc, Dr Marek is great and helpful, strongly recommend
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very professional, knows what he is talking about. Helped a lot! Definitely will be going back.
November 7, 2012Initials hidden
Very helpful and Professional, I would Recomend to anyone. Also a great resource for recovery.
October 23, 2013Initials hidden
Dr. Walczyk was very knowledgeable, and a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend him!
May 5, 2015Initials hidden
He was very kind and courteous. I would definitely recommend him to another person
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I felt very comfortable talking with the Doctor. I would refer family or friends.
October 28, 2011MM
It went very well. I would recommend him to somebody looking for a psychiatrist.
December 30, 2011Initials hidden
Highly compassionate, always there for you.. This dr is highly recommended..
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I didn't think he was personable enough or listened to my problems exactly.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
dr walczyk is awesome. he is quick but thorough. i highly recommemd him
June 11, 2012Initials hidden
Professional, to the point, and seems to knows his profession very well.
July 31, 2012Initials hidden
Always great! Talks to you like you're a person, not just a number.
August 23, 2015Initials hidden
It was my pleasure to meet Dr Walczyk I got the help that I needed
October 4, 2012Initials hidden
Very professional, helpful, understanding, and gives good advice.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Always professional and answers any questions thoroughly.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Always enlightening. Always helpful. Always future-forward.
March 18, 2014Initials hidden
He was easy to talk too, and understood how I was feeling
January 20, 2014Initials hidden
He is very insightful , intelligent and compassionate
March 31, 2015Initials hidden
I thought it was a great match but the office stopped taking my calls while I was under their care and prescription for no reason at all. I believe this is negligence. Would no longer recommend.
March 23, 2017Initials hidden
He was busier than usual, but he was still very courteous, collected, and quick.
A new receptionist, and at first, she seemed a little out of sorts, unsure of where things were, handed the doctor someone else's chart instead of mine, but by the end of my appointment, she actually corrected a few insurance matters (from about 2 months ago) that the former/other receptionist had been uncertain about and left pending, so I was very, very pleased and relieved by her helpful and prompt competence.
Continues to be a commendable practice--my only complaint would be they can not call in prescriptions or write several months at once, so I have to return each month for a copay visit just to have him write another prescription, which they led me to believe was illegal but my girlfriend's psychiatrist in Uptown does that for her. Not sure if that's my a fault on my end, however, as my mind boggles at insurance. Will be figured out in due time though.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The reception could use, well, a receptionist. I've been coming monthly for treatment since December last year. Because I come in after work, I sometimes run a few minutes late, you know--5 to 15 minutes or so, depending on the train delays during rush hour. Each time it seems I run late, I call to warn them, but every single time I have ever tried to call this office--even to ask questions about the appointment process before my first visit--no one answers the phone! It rings and rings, until I leave a voicemail, but no one has ever called me back either! The thing is, though--the receptionist is always right there, bored and sitting by the phone when I do arrive!! What is she doing this whole time?! Is the phone number listed on this site simply wrong? Is there a better (and by better, I mean, a phone that connects to this office) number to reach them? Or does she simply not wish to be reached?! Absurd.
Similarly, Dr. Walczyk, who is normally quite the note-taking caregiver (I really quite like him--he seems to truly care and want what is best for you), was really off this last visit. He couldn't remember what prescription I was taking, even after flipping through my chart (and he normally remembers such without any reminders). He couldn't remember the brand of prescription or the dosage, which was alarming. Perhaps he is overworked--probably from having to both be the doctor and the receptionist (lol).
I still recommend him to my friends, though I do warn them to never call!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He seems to genuinely care about my well-being. I always thank him with a hand shake afterwards, because I feel like he is really trying to do what is best for me. We've tried out a few medications, and with each one, we heard my concerns, made eye contact with me and was clearly listening to me (a problem I've had with other doctors), made notes as I spoke, and talked me through everything to make sure I was comfortable with his suggestions. When the medications were a bit too much for my budget, he either substituted them for generics or gave me a coupon to test it. I really feel cared for both by the doctor and even the receptionist, who guarded my phone at the desk as it charged.
Some of the reviews seem to mistake him for a psychologist, instead of a psychiatrist, the latter of which is specifically for pharmaceutical help, when you know therapy isn't enough at the moment. In this regard, he is perfect--immensely knowledgeable about the medicine and in an office with a psychologist, if you do prefer to try talking it out first.
Head's up: his handwriting can be difficult to read, but the receptionist can decipher it if you'd like to write it down for your own records, and my Walgreens help has never had an issue reading it.
I've never had a better doctor experience, and I've never felt more "normal" in my life. I truly owe this man quite a bit for his help and am eternally grateful!
March 4, 2016Initials hidden
He really seemed to listen. He had multiple plans for treatment, and we are testing the first one out now. It's not quite working for me, so I will re-review once I see how he handles my second appointment. I really liked him though. He took notes and seemed to know what he was talking about, asking questions to specify my issues.
February 17, 2016Initials hidden
Dr. Walczyk is a wonderful doctor. Attentive and knowledgeable in the latest research and therapies. Always answers any of my questions and I have never felt rushed in his office.
December 28, 2015Initials hidden
I am thankful for Dr. Walczyk's professional, thoughtful, and compassionate consideration of my needs. I would recommend him and his kind staff to anyone I know seeking treatment, they have a great amount of experience to share.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Not what I expected
October 2, 2015Initials hidden
He was extremely rude, inconsiderate of facts in black and white. He didn't listen to me or my history. I left his office in tears twice. Obsessed with latuda and only latuda. His rude almost insulting attitude made me feel afraid to see another doctor because I don't want to feel belittled like that again.
September 22, 2015Initials hidden
Always amazing
September 18, 2015Initials hidden
Amazing, as always
October 15, 2015Initials hidden
Very professional and helpful
August 18, 2015Initials hidden
Always very helpful and understanding
July 30, 2015Initials hidden
Excellent physician. He listens to issues and offers helpful recommendations, which doesn't always mean prescriptions. He recommended Melatonin for sleep which turned out to be the most helpful thing I have ever taken for sleep. Melatonin is available everywhere over the counter!!!
July 28, 2015Initials hidden
Good doctor, listens and is very helpful
July 30, 2015Initials hidden
He was quick and to the point. He didn't rush me though. He compromised with me on some appointment issues. He saved me a little with samples and coupons.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very professional
August 11, 2015Initials hidden
Dr Walczyk is always very patting and courteous.
June 29, 2015Initials hidden
He was very kind respectful and efficient. He was understanding about my treatments in the past for a chronic illness I have. He gave suggestions and explained new treatments that could help me besides medication. I reccomend him highly.
June 19, 2015Initials hidden
Very understanding Dr.
June 1, 2015Initials hidden
He did a good job. Got to the point, asked the right questions, actually listened. Took his time and explained everything very well.
April 27, 2015Initials hidden
He definitely listens carefully to all your concerns and troubles. He makes his notes accordingly and provides his feedback. He is very thorough in his diagnosis and recommendations. He recommends and prescribes appropriate medication.
May 7, 2015Initials hidden
Great doctor. Very helpful for my condition
March 30, 2015Initials hidden
Would definitely recommend Dr. Walczyk to anybody. He always asks how things are going and remembers things we talked about in our previous session no matter how much time has passed. I like that because other doctors sometimes have too many patients to remember specifics about each one. I rarely ever have to wait when I get there, and if I do I've never waited longer than 10 min. Overall, he's great! And the receptionist is very nice too.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
It's good and professional
May 18, 2015Initials hidden
Very professional and too the point. I was visiting him after a lapse in my medication due to my old doctor moving away. I knew exactly what I needed and asked for my medication. After asking me some questions about my symptoms he filled the prescription for me. Front desk staff was very friendly.
January 8, 2015Initials hidden
Very bad experience. Avoid, if you can.
March 17, 2015Initials hidden
The staff was very polite and Dr. Walczyk was extremely kind, helpful, and understanding of my situation. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of his services!!
March 9, 2015Initials hidden
He could hardly contain his loathing and almost burst at the end. I honest and sincerely wouldn't let him treat an animal let alone a human being. Psychiatrist's will only gain empathy when we make them starve. I'm done with psychiatry, it helped me in the past but failed me at his office. He has disavowed his Hippocratic oath.
October 28, 2014Initials hidden
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What practice does Dr. Marek Walczyk work with?
Dr. Marek Walczyk works with Advanced Psychiatry Clinic.
Where is Dr. Marek Walczyk's office located?
Dr. Marek Walczyk's office is located at 5519 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60656.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Marek Walczyk?
Dr. Marek Walczyk frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Marek Walczyk on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Marek Walczyk speak?
Dr. Marek Walczyk speaks English, Russian, and Polish.
How do patients rate Dr. Marek Walczyk in reviews?
186 patients have reviewed Dr. Marek Walczyk. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.69/5. They have a 4.7/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.6/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.