John D. Abad, MD

John D. Abad, MD

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Primary Specialty

Surgical Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 2002
Residency:
Indiana University School of Medicine - 2004
Indiana University School of Medicine - 2009
Fellowships:
National Institutes of Health Clinical Center - 2006
University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center - 2011

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Palos Hospital

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April 25, 2024

5.0

He was very detailed in explaining my test results.

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April 21, 2024

5.0

Dr Abad was great. Prior to surgery I knew what to expect. Following surgery he confirmed and updated us. Very personable, friendly and knowledgeable.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Abad had excellent patient rapport. He knows how to listen to his patients. I feel confident with his decisions.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Abad is the very best physician/surgeon is have ever known. I am extremely lucky to have him.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Dr.Abad is a beyond amazing Dr. whose compassion, knowledge, care, dedication, expertise and character stand far above any Dr. I've ever had at NW. There are very few Drs who are exceptional, who go above and beyond, who are open to new ideas, and who do not try to push a patient to do more chemotherapy when it is causing so much toxicity and side effects to a patient. He has genuine empathy, compassion and I've said it before but he exemplifies the meaning of what every Dr. should strive to be. NW should be so honored to have him on staff and I'm so privileged to be under his amazing medical care.

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April 12, 2024

5.0

Friendly and knowledgeable.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

He saved my life. He takes the time to listen to your concerns and explains them thourly. He doesn't rush your visit. Such a wonderful Doctor.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Love his bedside manner, completely trust him as my doctor

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March 14, 2024

5.0

For the reason stated above. He's a wonderful man that understood my concerns and didn't pressure me to do anything I just didn't want to do.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

He was a very knowledgeable and very explainable and care doctor an open to answering any questions

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February 09, 2024

5.0

See above he is great!

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Dr Abad is very thorough and takes time to describe everything in detail and answer questions. Never felt rushed.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

I repeat dr John Abad is a caring & intelligent surgeon.

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Very patient and thorough

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Abad is a wonderful and caring doctor. It is evident that he and his staff really care about their patients. I had a complicated case and he took the time to carefully review my case, listened to my concerns, problem-solved alongside me by asking good questions and coming up with the best solutions. I appreciated that he didn't make assumptions, asked my opinion related to my preferences, and provided options. I would highly recommend him for my family and friends.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

good doctor

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Great Dr.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

He is the best. He projects confidence and care. I feel safe in his hands,

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December 29, 2023

5.0

Good service

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December 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Abad takes his time to listen and answer any question you have. I of the best physicians I have had.

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December 22, 2023

5.0

I cannot say enough about Dr. Abad. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional explains the diagnosis and procedures clearly and makes sure his patient feels comfortable and can ask questions. He is kind and compassionate, and “my favorite doctor.” I am very grateful and extremely fortunate that I have been in his care.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

He is great! Personable and takes the time to listen! He is patient and tries to answer all your questions, even when they are not necessarily his wheelhouse.

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December 09, 2023

5.0

He is friendly and personable.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

You can see that he is very professional, very kind and explains very well.

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December 01, 2023

5.0

I feel I’m getting the best of care from Dr. Abad and his team.

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November 28, 2023

5.0

So knowledgeable, kind and compassionate. I have a big upcoming surgery with Dr. Abad after eleven months of chemo and know that I am in the best of hands. He and his team, along with Dr. [name] and his team are the best

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Kind. Polite. Listened to my concerns.

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Took time to explain, listed and answered questions, never felt rushed, very kind!

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November 02, 2023

5.0

I have received outstanding care and feel confident in recommending him. Beyond his professional expertise he communicates clearly and completely and with great understanding, care and concern. My favorite doctor 😊

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October 31, 2023

5.0

He was very easy to talk with. He explained everything in so that I fully understood what was going on and was patient with all questions.

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October 27, 2023

5.0

Good doctor

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October 26, 2023

5.0

Dr Abad is One of the most calm and patient doctors I’ve ever dealt with. I never feel rushed and he takes his time to answer all of your questions! I am extremely grateful that I found him and that he is my doctor!!

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October 19, 2023

5.0

Excellent care and bedside manner, thorough, skilled, personable

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October 10, 2023

5.0

Seems to be very knowledgeable and thorough about what is going on with me

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October 10, 2023

5.0

Takes time to explain. Extremely knowledgeable

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October 06, 2023

5.0

Very respectful and thorough. Answered all questions and did not try to rush us out.

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October 05, 2023

5.0

Very informative and compassionate Doctor.

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September 28, 2023

5.0

Very likable, caring & very good st his work.

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September 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Abad is very compassionate and really listens to your concerns. He did a wonderful job on my surgery and allowed me a quick recovery.

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September 28, 2023

5.0

Smart and experienced

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September 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Abad is a wonderful man.

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September 21, 2023

4.0

I didn’t appreciate that Dr Abad was 45 min late for my appointment

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September 21, 2023

5.0

He caring and listens to what you have to say, and doesn't just rush you out.

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September 19, 2023

5.0

Please see above response. Dr. Abad makes you feel important and answers your questions and concerns. Very personable at a time when many doctors rush in and out of an appointment.

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September 18, 2023

5.0

I feel lucky to have been referred to him. I would gladly recommend him to someone else.

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September 15, 2023

5.0

He leads a wonderful team of other Dr's and nurses in the operating room. Post Op care is as good as can be.

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Disclosures

John D. Abad, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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