About Sean Barnett, MD

Sean Barnett, MD, a general and trauma surgeon at Endeavor Health, provides surgical care for patients with conditions of the abdomen, including gallbladder disease, hernias, appendicitis and bowel disorders. He also performs dialysis access surgery. Dr. Barnett values collaboration and ensures patients are informed and comfortable when making decisions about their treatment. His approach combines surgical expertise, clear communication and compassion to guide patients through every step of care.

My endeavor

My endeavor is to treat patients with respect and share knowledge to help them feel confident and comfortable with their treatment plans.

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Care philosophy

I treat every patient with respect and view care as a partnership. I aim to share knowledge and create space for meaningful discussion to guide informed decisions.

Overview

  • Gender Male
Endeavor Health Medical Group
880 W. Central Rd., Suite 5000
Arlington Heights, IL 60005-2355
Medical School
  • 2000
    Loyola University of Chicago-Stritch School of Medicine (Illinois)
Residencies
  • 2005
    General Surgery
    Loyola University Medical Center Graduate Medical Education
Board certifications
  • 2006
    Surgery
    American Board of Surgery
Reviews (59)
January 31, 2026
Listen to me with two ears
January 29, 2026
Dr. Barnett is an excellent surgeon. Everyone in your Urology department is the best! I saw […] the day after my appointment with Dr. Barnett to pull my dialysis catheter out of my chest. I was anxious about possible pain. But I felt nothing as it was pulled out! […] is also dedicated to my health as if I'm his only patient! He comes to the appointment totally prepared to discuss options for my kidneys and kidney stones. Please never let these 2 doctors go anywhere else!
January 18, 2026
Dr Barnett is one of my favorite physicians at NCH. He is kind, knowledgeable and pleasant to deal with. I feel very fortunate to be his patient.
January 8, 2026
I feel like I have been well cared for and really have confidence in Dr. Barnett's care.
December 21, 2025
Spent a good amount of time with me. Answered all my questions and explained the next steps.
December 21, 2025
Dr. Barnett is very caring. I had questions about my Chemotherapy and though he is not an Oncoligist, he listened to me with empathy.
December 14, 2025
He knows I just love him as my doctor/surgeon. He is the best, Dr. Sean Barnett. He is well loved at my diaysis center also. You are lucky to have such a caring and experienced doctor.
December 5, 2025
Informative, professional, & kind.
November 15, 2025
Dr. Barnett was easy to talk with and answered all my questions.
October 27, 2025
Everyone was courteous and handled their jobs efficiently
October 19, 2025
Excellent care
October 13, 2025
Dr Barnett and his entire team are all wonderful!!!
October 8, 2025
It was the first time I went to the office & I found everyone welcoming and friendly..
October 4, 2025
He takes the time to listen to my concerns and offers sound advice.
September 23, 2025
Dr Barnett is terrific and really appreciate the time he spends with me to educate me on my health and prognosis.
August 17, 2025
Explains things very well
August 8, 2025
I feel like I am in good hands with Dr Barnett and his team.
August 5, 2025
Dr. Barnett is amazing and I would recommend him to anyone who needs a general surgeon to be a part of their care team.
August 5, 2025
Dr. Barnett is remarkable, and may have saved my life.
August 3, 2025
Care provider Dr. Barnett is a phenomenal doctor and human being. Has incredible bedside manner.
August 1, 2025
Love Dr Barnett!!!
July 31, 2025
Amy is very friendly, caring and polite. I love chatting with her during our sessions. She is very knowledgeable and gives me things to work at home that will also help me.
July 22, 2025
Seeing this Dr. Barnett is always a good experience.
July 22, 2025
Professional and communicates well
July 21, 2025
I can't thank you enough Dr Sean Barnett For the special excellent care you have provided and for the unique gift you are to your patients. I have been to several doctors and no one has helped me like Dr Sean Barnett. I am blessed that you are my doctor.
July 21, 2025
Dr Barnett was extremely professional & thoroughly versed in my case. He was aware of my medical history & why I was there. We agreed that my symptoms have diminished, so I'll return in 1 year. If no further symptoms, no surgery will be necessary.
June 30, 2025
I'm very happy with Dr Barnett. He takes his time with you so you understand what you need to do.
June 15, 2025
Dr. Barnett and staff are all very kind and address all of my concerns. Excellent patient care.
June 14, 2025
The Best
May 24, 2025
I was very impressed by Dr. Barnett's knowledge. He answered all my questions and referred me to another doctor that could help with an issue that he wasn't as familiar with.
May 24, 2025
Excellent
May 16, 2025
Professional... Caring... Kindness
May 10, 2025
Nothing to say. Always an easy process. Doctor and all staff are great
May 6, 2025
Dr Barnett is top notch in my opinion.
May 5, 2025
Doctor very easy to speak with about medical condition.
May 3, 2025
He was very nice, and he answered all my questions to my total satisfaction
May 1, 2025
My first visit to Dr. Barnett I found him to be very communicative, friendly, patient, and professional. He took the time and effort to answer my questions, I did not feel rushed at all.
April 28, 2025
This was my first visit and I felt very comfortable
April 27, 2025
The whole team was so friendly and good and took care of my every need they were excellent.
April 26, 2025
Dr. Rajan Patel and his staff I always courteous and on time. Always a pleasure to be under his care.
April 24, 2025
Dr. Barnett and his surgical team are skilled, amazing, caring and I would and have recommended him to many others.
April 7, 2025
Just a wonderful experience.
April 6, 2025
The doctor was very knowledgeable, thorough in his explanations and kind.
March 18, 2025
Dr Sean Barnett is an outstanding doctor and all of my nurses were outstanding.
March 3, 2025
Very caring and thorough. Answered my questions
March 2, 2025
Personable, explained simply what was going on & reason for any further test, sensitive to my pain, included family member with information
February 24, 2025
Everyone was great in caring for me
February 15, 2025
Excellent. Very friendly, informative and professional
February 13, 2025
Excellent
February 8, 2025
Very kind and took time to explain procedure and what to expect.
February 3, 2025
Really like Dr. Barnett.he is very thorough and takes the time to explain everything. Very impressed.
January 25, 2025
Very good.
January 24, 2025
Good care
January 23, 2025
Wonderful personable and very knowledgeable trustworthy
January 19, 2025
Dr. Sean Barnett was extremely professional and thorough in his explanation of options available to me for procedures to correct my condition. He gave me immediate suggestions to implement that might help alleviate some of my recurring symptoms prior to surgery.
January 19, 2025
Dr Barnett is the kindest, most congenial doctor I have ever met. I consider myself extremely blessed to be his patient.
January 16, 2025
Thanks
January 11, 2025
Dr. Barnett is easy to talk to and does what he can to ease my concerns
January 9, 2025
Very caring and professional
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