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Daniel R. Ganger, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Transplant Hepatology

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Practice Website

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More than 30 years after a successful liver transplant, the patient and physician have a special bond built on support and trust.

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Practice Focus Areas

Cirrhosis
Liver Transplant

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Buenos Aires University Faculty of Medicine - 1977
Residency:: St Louis University School of Medicine - 1983

St Louis University School of Medicine - 1984

McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1986

Languages Spoken

Spanish

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine - Transplant Hepatology (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:: Central DuPage Hospital

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

434 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

57 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

57 Reviews

April 21, 2024

5.0

VerÃais serious and knowledgeable

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Ge was knowledgeable in the field and willing to help

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April 07, 2024

5.0

Professional and caring with a genuine concern for my health care. Dr. Ganger explained his concerns regarding my health and what needs to be done and the actions needed to be taken to achieve a healthier me.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Straight To the Point Made me feel very Welcome & Relaxed

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Ganger is extremely professional and personable. He keeps excellent track of my medical situation, Gives great advice and is very encouraging.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Very kind, he cares about his patients, he listens to you.

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March 28, 2024

5.0

Dr. G has been my doctor since 2008!

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March 28, 2024

5.0

Dr. Ganger is an extraordinary caring individual. His easy manner and expertise is beyond question. Dr Ganger and I have been partners in my health and transplant journey for 15 years.

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Doctor ganger Care about his patienhe give out good advice in health strength

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March 18, 2024

5.0

He is just the best and work with you in so much ways. Explains everything and knows what his talking about Tha k you doctor Ganger for all you do !

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March 18, 2024

5.0

The very best in expertise, experience, compassion and caring. NWM's best asset.

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Patient, answers all questions and well prepared for my frequent appointments.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Because he is a very good doctor, he explains everything perfectly, he is kind and listens to you.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

He's excellent professional very nice for treat your patients. Care . I'm blessed

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February 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Ganger was extraordinarily clear and accessible. He took time to explain a complicated diagnosis and set up a battery of tests to clarify my condition.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

Here is my doctor, the one that operated me and saved my life, and I admire him for being such an excellent doctor.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, kind, and very concerned about my health.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Daniel Ganger is fabulous and an amazing person

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Ganger is the best! He has has looked out for me and my health concern for many years.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Superb physician and caregiver. Interested in the person, accommodates my spouseâ€™s questions when she is with me. A source of insight and comfort when times were bad and now when times are good. Dr. Ganger saved my life with his care.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Ganger is AWESOME

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January 21, 2024

5.0

Good man and good doctor.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable, caring doctor

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December 30, 2023

5.0

Dr Ganger is highly knowledgeable, and extremely kind, professional and down to Earth. I have complete trust in him.

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Everything explains perfectly

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Very kind, explained results

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Caress about his patients

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December 01, 2023

5.0

Good Profesional dr

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November 27, 2023

5.0

DR. GANGER IS AN AWESOME DOCTOR HE IS A PLASUR ETO WORK WITH . HE HAS BEEN GREAT WITH TREATING MY SISTER

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November 23, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ganger is a very caring doctor in over seeing your post transplant care in every way .

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November 16, 2023

5.0

He has guided me through the transplant process and Ä¥as followed up for 8 years.

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November 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ganger is excellent- skillful and has a work ethic.

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Very friendly and explained my issues professional.

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November 01, 2023

5.0

Dr Ganger: - Cares about how I am feeling. - Is always prepared for the appointment. - Explains everything so well my questions are answered before I need to ask. - Is ALWAYS very thorough about expectations. - Dr. Ganger allows me feel I am in the right place with the support of of all involved that are at the top of their game. - I just like being in his care!!!

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October 27, 2023

5.0

He is very capable and has a caring demeanor.

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October 26, 2023

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr. Ganger for more than 10 years. He has treated me with his skill and patience through the traumas of liver disease and the subsequent liver transplant. I trust his advice and treatments, and admire his leadership with the team required for a successful transition from illness to a full and happy lifestyle. I highly recommend him for your care.

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October 25, 2023

5.0

He knows what he doing, feel easy wit him doing my SURGERY.

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October 25, 2023

5.0

He keeps a positive attitude and wants to see you get better

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October 24, 2023

5.0

Listening, showing willingness to adress patient's cocerns.

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October 19, 2023

5.0

Very pleased/satisfied w/Dr Ganger & ðŸ‘€ 4'ward to Our yearly appointment.

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October 19, 2023

5.0

Always good to talk to. Concerned about the well-being of the patients

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October 17, 2023

5.0

It us a great doctor.

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October 15, 2023

5.0

Good and nicely doctor

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October 15, 2023

5.0

Expert in his field and understanding

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October 13, 2023

5.0

Great communication skills and I did not feel rushed. He explained everything clearly and concisely.

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October 03, 2023

5.0

Great human beings and excellent specialist doctors. Thank you ðŸ™ðŸ¤—

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September 29, 2023

5.0

He is extremely brilliant and experienced.

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September 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ganger has been my doctor for about 9 years is one of the best, he really cares for his patients, I would definitely recommend Dr. Ganger to anyone.

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September 26, 2023

5.0

He saved my life.

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September 21, 2023

5.0

He is the Best Doctor , always caring about his patients, God Blessed him, with wisdom, intelligence, and good heart. He is always happy and positive, every time I see him, he makes me feel better. I love you. Dr. Ganger. God Bless you always.

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September 14, 2023

5.0

Trust is very important to me, and I trust Dr Ganger.

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September 11, 2023

5.0

Excellent

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September 11, 2023

5.0

He gives his expertise

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September 08, 2023

5.0

The points because he attended well and explained everything in detail

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September 07, 2023

5.0

He answers my questions and is very nice

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September 05, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable, helpful, kind Dr

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September 05, 2023

5.0

Very good the doctor

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