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Devalingam Mahalingam, MD, PhD

4.9

534 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Hematology and Medical Oncology

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Practice Focus Areas

Education

Medical Education:: MD, National University of Ireland Galway - 2000
Fellowships:: University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine - 2009

Languages Spoken

Malay

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

534 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

73 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

73 Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

Compassion-and he takes the time to answer questions

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Thorough knowledgeable kind

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April 17, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and takes time to explain medical problem and treatment thereof.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™s very informative and professional.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Explanations were clear

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April 03, 2024

5.0

He knows what heâ€™s doing and then some.

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Heâ€™kind and informative

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Personable & Intelligent

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March 20, 2024

5.0

He was so patient and thorough, answered all my questions.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

I feel comfortable talking to Dr. and he explains things very well.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mahalingam has a great bedside manner. He takes his time to explain and I appreciate that.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

He is honest & empathetic.

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March 09, 2024

5.0

Answered all questions. Knew my history.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

He takes as much time as needed to answer my questions.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

love this hospital Devalingam Mahalingam, is a very professional oncology he takes the time out to listen to you he's very communicative he's helpful and appreciative he is willing to try. Very well spoken. I thank him

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February 24, 2024

5.0

Very competent and great patient skills. Puts me at ease despite the gravity of my diagnosis. Explains everything and answers all my questions. Perfect in his role as an Oncologist.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

Presentation is clear and concise

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February 22, 2024

5.0

His caring manner goes above and beyond. He explains everything very well and doesnâ€™t rush you. One of the best doctors we have ever had.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

He is a scholar and a saint.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

MD we was very compassionate and explained everything thoroughly confirming everything we went for.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Wonderful doctor. Confident and understanding.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Doctor took time to explain current findings , such a lovely man we are so fortunate to have him as our doctor

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January 31, 2024

5.0

He was very knowledgeable and informative Kind Caring

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Knowledge, honest and respect for his patient

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January 22, 2024

5.0

He's doing an amazing job of managing my case. Very thankful to have met him.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Caring and knowledgeable

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Great doctor

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January 17, 2024

5.0

The doctor knows what he is talking about.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

He is good doctor, very professional helps me alot.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

He knows his stuff and is able to communicate it very well.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mahalingam is extremely knowledgeable and explains everything very well, putting me at ease despite the seriousness of my diagnosis.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Very professional

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January 09, 2024

5.0

You ll always be sure they are ready for you

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January 08, 2024

5.0

He explains everything, sits down, not rushed.

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December 28, 2023

5.0

Wery good doctor

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December 22, 2023

5.0

He is extremely agile & responsive. Highly respected. Also, I value his collaboration and professionalism. Weâ€™ve developed a good report over the past 15 MOâ€™s.

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December 21, 2023

5.0

He knows what he is talking about and puts his all in caring ,and treating the patient!!

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Great doctor

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December 16, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable in his profession and I receive him very well

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December 14, 2023

5.0

He knows his job very well and answered my questions to their fullest. His team works very hard . They will work with you to see what best fits you when scheduling an appt.?

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December 11, 2023

5.0

he is always ready for my visits and I have out lived expected longevity for my cancer so what's not to like.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Very caring and compassionate doctor

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and willing to help fight your illness with you.

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December 04, 2023

5.0

He was very well prepared for my visit and showed great empathy

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Informative, patient, knowledgeable, answers questions

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November 30, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s listened to our concerns and provided answers when weâ€™ve had doubts.

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November 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Mahalingam is very knowledgeable and answers any questions I might have.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s excellent.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. M was respectful and explained everything in understandable terms.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

He has always been willing to extend my appointments for as long as needed to answer my questions. He allowed my husband and I to make some decisions about my care. I am confident in his expertise.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

The doctor is precise and to the point : he comes to me with already studied tests results and always has a concluded way forward . I never get a question to ask him about my case He also doesnâ€™t make me feel like I have a life threatening disease but that it s a condition that will go away soon

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November 02, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mahalingam is very knowledgeable and kind in treating his patients.

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November 02, 2023

5.0

Competent

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Kind, informative, takes time gor questions

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October 25, 2023

5.0

He knows what heâ€™s doing.

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October 19, 2023

5.0

expert care, answered all questions, willing to accommodate my personal schedule

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October 19, 2023

5.0

He is very informative and helpful.

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October 19, 2023

5.0

I feel like our rapport /communication has gotten better in past few months. I appreciate his collaboration- allowing me to feel included in the protocol/decisions. I also value his flexibility in tailoring my treatments based on my response/tolerance.

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October 19, 2023

5.0

Good doctor

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October 18, 2023

5.0

They deserve a 100 not a 10

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October 18, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and thorough

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October 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mahalingam answered all of our questions and gave us very good suggestions.

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October 12, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s a very informative, prefssional and kind doctor

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October 09, 2023

5.0

professional knowledgeable and explained things well.

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October 04, 2023

5.0

He knows what heâ€™s doing and heâ€™s very organized.

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October 04, 2023

5.0

Dr. Mahalingam was a very nice, concerned doctor. He explained everything to us and drew pictures to explain the findings. He was very welcoming and informative. We asked a lot of questions and he answered them all. I highly recommend him if you are in need of this kind of care.

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October 02, 2023

4.0

His knowledge of clinical trials; responsiveness and willingness to â€œpartnerâ€ with patients when deciding on treatment.

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October 02, 2023

5.0

He is positive, incredibly competent, and exudes professionalism. I wish I lived closer.

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September 28, 2023

5.0

We love Dr. Mahalingam! He delivers results without alot of medical jargon we donâ€™t understand. He also is great at communicating what the next step is

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September 21, 2023

5.0

He listens and addresses my questions.

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September 21, 2023

5.0

He is the best doctor

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September 14, 2023

5.0

Dr Mahalingam is kind and takes his time explaining everything.

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September 11, 2023

5.0

Explained everything well even drawn a diagram. Great doctor.

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Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

Actuate Therapeutics, Inc.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
Eisai, Inc.
Exelixis, Inc.
Qurient Co. Ltd.

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