Jonathan B. Strauss, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Radiation Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 2004
Residency:
Rush University Medical Center - 2009

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Radiology - Radiation 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 

480 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

81 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

81 Reviews

April 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Strauss was excellent! He explained the recent history of radiation therapy. He explained the specifics of my case and why he recommended the treatment for me. He answered questions with information and frankness.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

I appreciated the time he spent answering my questions. He was very reassuring and careful in planning my therapy.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Definitely puts patient comfort first.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

He’s very kind and knowledgeable

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April 10, 2024

5.0

He’s very informative, very patient, he does what I feel a doctor should do before they do procedures.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Strauss gave me great confidence in his assessment of my breast cancer situation. He was most professional and personable at the same time. His honest appraisal of my situation and what treatments were available and how they would be carried out were very clear. Because of Dr. Strauss’ thorough and detailed explanations regarding my questionsI feel I am well able to make a decision that will be effective and I will be able to feel it to be good.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Strauss is an amazing doctor and very knowledgeable. He has an excellent bedside manner and cares about the patient.

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Strauss has a way of delivering thorough/straightforward information in a confident manner. His very pleasant personality puts the patient at ease which is a welcomed/genuine trait.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

All ways ready for the next patient

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April 01, 2024

5.0

He was careful and answered all my questions.

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March 27, 2024

5.0

See above plus he had great knowledge to share. While I still have some decisions to make, I feel I have a better framework to utilize.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

See above.^^^ He did a fantastic job of alleviating my concerns about radiation.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

He explained everything very well and gave me an exercise to help my breathing.

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March 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Strauss has a wonderful bedside manner and kept me informed of what was taking place. He kept me calm, even though there was a delay.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Explained things very well. Knowledgeable.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

The medical advice was clear, straightforward and made sense to me.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Strauss was extremely personable. He familiarized himself with my case from my initial diagnosis 23 years ago. This made me very comfortable. He was extremely through in his explanation regarding my situation. I felt like he shared his honest opinion about my treatment plan.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

He is very good at explaining everything step by step so that you can understand and know exactly what to expect.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Strauss explained a range of options for radiation therapy recommended for my [ ]. This included one for no radiation at this time if an advanced test indicated that there was a low probability of recurrence and that radiation therapy was unlikely to improve the odds. Very rational, cost effective, and a huge relief. Had he recommended one of the options that called for radiation therapy due to different results from the additional lab test, I would have had confidence in him to follow his recommendation.

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March 16, 2024

5.0

He has been very helpful to me. He arranged to have the loop recorder removed from my chest. I had the recorder in for eight or nine months with one ten minute rapid heart irregularity when I had Covid. It was more than time to remove it and I am grateful to Dr. Strauss for expediting it

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March 12, 2024

5.0

knowledgeable, personable

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Very good very professional answers all questions.the whole experience was good.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Was very knowledgeable and compassionate

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Strauss is the perfect combination of outstanding clinician and compassionate care. He explains things thoroughly and in a way that’s easy to understand. He takes time to answer questions and always walks into a room prepared. I feel very confident and comfortable in his care.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Kindness

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February 28, 2024

5.0

Dr.Strauss is a very competent doctor he takes a lot of time to create a successful treatment plan.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Answers all questions, explains scenarios and decisions well.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Dr Strauss is easily one of the best doctors I have ever had the privilege of seeing. He took an exceptional amount of time to calmly and confidently explain to me many things about my diagnosis, and how it would relate to what he recommends for treatment. The appointment was exactly what I had in mind and more. Very rare these days.

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February 25, 2024

5.0

Explained clearly the proces

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February 17, 2024

5.0

He speaks specifically and knows what he is doing

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February 17, 2024

5.0

Expertise, professionalism, human connection. Very clear explanation of options, possible outcomes and risks. State of the art. Excellent leadership among resident, nurse and doctor. Excellent HR insight, if Dr. Strauss made the hiring decision for his resident and nurse.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

He is wonderful and kind. As well as knowledgeable

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Great team.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Strauss is the perfect combination of skilled clinician and wonderful bedside manner. He always walks into the room prepared, knowing my case and his manner is calm and reassuring. He explains things is a way that is easy to understand and answers any questions.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Just amazing experience so far.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Strauss has a wonderful bedside manner and explained everything about the internal radiation treatment. He took his time and answered all my questions.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Strauss was thoughtful and explained the radiation process in a way I could understand.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

I feel confident in his care. He always walks into the room knowing my history and explains everything clearly and listens to questions and concerns. His ability to remember those concerns is amazing. He really is the perfect combination of great clinician and compassionate bedside manner.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Explained my options and then explained procedures for my care very concisely. He has my trust.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Explains things so I can understand them, answers all my questions. Shows concern for my wellbeing.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Strauss explains complicated medical issues clearly so that patients can make informed decisions about their healthcare.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Very helpful and informative

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Seems knowledgeable and professional. Listens to me answers questions

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January 03, 2024

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and thorough

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December 19, 2023

5.0

He’s the best Doctor,He’s the God given to the patient for their treatment,and A patient to introduce Him to be one of the best, May he will be bless for his good work I giving him the best and introduce to each I meet

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December 18, 2023

5.0

He is the expert and mastermind of that whole plan of excellent complete care. His plan of care centered on his patient.

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December 17, 2023

5.0

Patient, knowledgeable, conscientious of your privacy. He is available to answer questions but aware that there is a thing as too much information. His assistants, residents and interns seem well trained and supported.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss is a consummate professional. He takes the time to explain everything thoroughly that my treatment involves and answers every question. He is wonderful!! He is a brilliant Doctor.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

I think Dr Strauss is wonderful - he talks to you, not at you and explains complicated topics in a way lay people can understand. Also, he is not the least bit condescending and takes time to make sure you understand your options. He is a true asset to NM.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything to me and answer my questions

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss was very knowledgeable. Took his time to explain things in great detail.

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss and his team were wonderful, professional, very helpful, caring and compassionate.

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November 30, 2023

5.0

For the reasons above. Dr. Strauss was informative, comforting and patient.

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November 28, 2023

5.0

Very friendly, patient, and took time to explain treatment to me as well as answer my questions.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

He met with me before radiation started. He spent time explaining the process and procedure. He answered all my questions.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Spends enough time and does a great job explaining processes, what to expect, asking about symptoms.

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November 25, 2023

5.0

Very personable

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November 18, 2023

5.0

I am amazed with his expertise. He gave me all the information and options, I needed to make the best choice for me.

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November 16, 2023

5.0

I’ll recommend Dr Strauss for the above mentioned. He explains everything very well. Here is caring, kind and very professional

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Dr Jonathan Strauss is a pleasant Dr who cares about your well being

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Very sweet and kind doctor, even the staff around him are very nice.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Same as above Comes highly recommended.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable! Very easy to communicate with. Gave me informed options!

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November 14, 2023

5.0

See above. In addition, Dr Strauss’ nurse was also extremely kind, helpful and down to earth. Just a great experience from start to finish.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

He was personable. Seemed to be very knowledgeable offered me options in terms of my treatment. Hoping everything works out as I hope.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

I felt he took the time to study my chart. That was impressive

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November 07, 2023

5.0

I would recommend Dr. Strauss wholeheartedly. He focuses directly on the patient. He explains everything well and very detailed. He answers all one’s question, he is caring. He is awesome!!

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November 01, 2023

5.0

He is such a pleasant Dr who cares about my well being ♥️

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October 31, 2023

5.0

He was able to explain my care perfectly

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October 28, 2023

5.0

Dr.Strauss,was nice and explained everything

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October 24, 2023

5.0

He is such a pleasant Dr and shows how much he cares for his patience

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October 17, 2023

5.0

He explains well and is up to date o. The field. Really appreciated his expertise abd kind demeanor.

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October 16, 2023

5.0

Compassionate, caring, knowledgeable doctor

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October 12, 2023

5.0

Provides a thorough explanation of the situation and remedy with data to support treatment. Dr Strauss advises of the risks and benefits of treatments and answers questions in detail. He seems sincere.

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September 29, 2023

5.0

He's very understanding and informative

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September 27, 2023

5.0

He explained the entire procedure to me in detail.

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September 27, 2023

5.0

Professional, listen to my concerns, and reassured me about the protocol

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September 26, 2023

5.0

I found Dr Strauss to be very engaging, unhurried and focused on me specifically and radiation therapy as it relates to me knowing my demographic, my history and health status and most importantly risk associated with it as a treatment and risk assumed by me as the patient should I decide not to have it as part of my treatment plan. He really met all of my expectations and needs to assist me in having the facts to think about how I want to proceed with treatment. I would recommend him to anyone who needed radiation therapy as it relates to breast cancer. I am grateful to him for a wonderful consultation. Should I decide that radiation therapy is going to be for me I would definitely want him to be my Radiation Oncologist.

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September 14, 2023

5.0

Listened and answered questions...caring

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September 13, 2023

5.0

He seemed to have a good plan at the consult. I have no reason to not recommend

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September 11, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and patient with my many questions. Reassuring

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