Alexander S. Tosiou, MD

Alexander S. Tosiou, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Gastroenterology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1993
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1996
Fellowships:
Advocate Health Care (Advocate Lutheran General Hospital) - 1999

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Health System Clinician, 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:
Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

650 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

92 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

92 Reviews

August 28, 2023

5.0

He is an excellent Doctor

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August 27, 2023

5.0

I haven’t had my procedure yet but the consultation with Dr Tosiou went well. Dr Tosiou was very personable and answered all of my questions.

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August 24, 2023

5.0

Good guy. Knows his info. Straight shooter

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August 23, 2023

5.0

Heard great things, then experienced great consultation

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August 23, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tosiou has been my primary Gastroenterologist for the last 20 plus years. I truly could not get through my Crohn’s without his help, understanding, compassion, his care and his support!! Each step of the way of this journey he has been there!!

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August 17, 2023

5.0

Very pleasant and informative. He involved the patient in treatment plan

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August 02, 2023

5.0

Get to the bottom of my situation

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August 02, 2023

5.0

Great MD.

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July 28, 2023

5.0

Consummate professional & super nice person as well. Thorough, explains everything on understandable level & always happy to answer or discus’s questions.

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July 24, 2023

5.0

Very informative and great bed side manner

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July 20, 2023

5.0

Very professional

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July 20, 2023

5.0

They’ve been outstanding, thorough professional. I have felt like I have received outstanding care. I would never go any place else or my G.I. needs. Thank you,

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July 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tosiou is a great physician- takes the time to explain things and answer questions.

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July 13, 2023

5.0

Great doctor with terrific patient interaction and care for his patient.

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July 04, 2023

5.0

Intelligence, experience, judgment, thoroughness.

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June 26, 2023

5.0

He took the time to really listen to me and explain everything!

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June 25, 2023

5.0

Thoughtful, professional.

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June 19, 2023

5.0

Friendly staff..timely appt.

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June 19, 2023

5.0

As I mentioned above Dr. Tosiou is very pleasant and easy to talk to.

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June 14, 2023

4.0

Seemed to be a bit on.... and I am hoping we are on the right track

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June 14, 2023

5.0

He was knowledgeable, caring, covered everything clearly, took appropriate time and listened intently. Looking forward to having him as one of my doctors!

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June 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tosiou is very personable and takes his time to go over all the medical information and questions that I had. I really appreciate all the patients and care that he gives.

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June 05, 2023

5.0

so far he impressed me

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June 05, 2023

5.0

I like him a lot

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May 24, 2023

5.0

Like that he already knows why i am there and he pre- reads my information.

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May 23, 2023

5.0

I feel as if the physician really listened to me and ordered the appropriate tests.

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May 22, 2023

5.0

I am a new patient and felt very comfortable discussing such personal problems.

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May 21, 2023

5.0

A+ doctor

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May 17, 2023

5.0

I've been a patient of his for many years. He is good and helpful.

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May 12, 2023

5.0

Very good at explaining the problem and fixing it

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May 12, 2023

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable. Trust what he tells me. Explains in condition in terms you can understand. Communicates plan of care.

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tosiou listen to my concerns and answered all my questions.

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May 08, 2023

5.0

Took his time and listened to what I had to say

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May 08, 2023

5.0

He is caring. He has a good bedside manner. He does a good job of explaining things. He also followed up with getting to the core of the problem.

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May 05, 2023

5.0

Carding. Explains things. Very straightforward

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May 04, 2023

5.0

Amazing! Spent time discussing my case and coming up with a great treatment plan.

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April 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tosiou has been by my side as my primary gastroenterologist for over 20 years, helping me time and time again manage my Crohn’s symptoms, helping me over the recovery hump, getting me back on track. I could not have done this without him!

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April 29, 2023

5.0

As I said he has been on track with my problems

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April 24, 2023

5.0

Dr T is AMAZING

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April 24, 2023

5.0

Had read report from internist and addressed reasons we had been referred.Explained choices available. Asked questions. Listened to concerns and responded.

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April 24, 2023

5.0

Thorough, professional, friendly care providing in terms patients can understand. Real plan development toward resolutions.

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April 06, 2023

5.0

He listened, tried some drug changes and cared and I am so lucky to be his patient

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April 05, 2023

5.0

Amazing communication, expertise, partnership with patients

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April 04, 2023

5.0

He gave us a lot of helpful information and patiently explained all our questions.

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April 03, 2023

5.0

Dr was amazing, he listened well, asked questions, showed concern and was very transparent and easy to follow when talking about treatment options.

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April 03, 2023

5.0

I feel I’m in great hands. Dr. Tosiou was patient, informative and caring in the hospital and in the office. He takes a lot of time to ask questions and follows up with tests as needed. I’m confident in his care.

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March 27, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tosiou is a straight shooter. Answers questions directly, cares about my concerns & wellbeing.

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March 12, 2023

5.0

I have been Under Dr. Tosiou care for more than 20 years and trust him with my Health concerns.

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March 08, 2023

5.0

Dr Tosiou takes the time to answer any questions or concerns. Reviews patient history.

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March 08, 2023

5.0

Doctor listened, answered my questions, and talked to me about the care for my illness.

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February 28, 2023

5.0

It was Easy to talk to the Dr. He answered all my questions and made sure I understood what was involved in the removal of hemorrhoids. He also told me that he recommended another Dr. If I decided to have mine removed.

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February 27, 2023

5.0

See above. Felt very comfortable.

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February 15, 2023

5.0

Me attention speed

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February 15, 2023

5.0

I have have being seeing Dr Tosiou for over ten years. He is always courteous and answers all questions I have.

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February 13, 2023

5.0

Excellent MD, realistic expectations , didn’t drag the appt out

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February 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tosiou spent time with me, asking me questions that brought out things I did not think of, which might have helped with my diagnosis. He took time to get to know me and not just my symptoms.

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February 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tosiou has been my gastroenterologist since 2000. I could not have made it this far without him. I don’t always have health insurance, he never judges me. He is always there to help treat me with an understanding heart. There are not enough words to express my gratitude and appreciation for him!!

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January 18, 2023

5.0

Looks like the doctor was in a rush to go to the next patient

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January 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tosiou has a complete grasp of my previous issues and checked CT scans and other information for various sources. He did an physical exam and discussed current medications. I am very pleased.

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January 17, 2023

5.0

I’ve had him for colonoscopy before and he listened to my concerns then and again now. All went smoothly then and I expect it again now.

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January 11, 2023

5.0

The doctor asked many questions about my symptoms, history, reviewed my chart extensively, and set forth a course of action explaining the hows and whys to me in a manner that I could comprehend.

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January 09, 2023

5.0

Dr.Tosiou performed my prior Endoscopic Procedures. Great Doctor.

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January 09, 2023

5.0

Such a good doctor….really wants the best care for his patients.

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January 05, 2023

5.0

Confidence

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January 04, 2023

5.0

Listened to me about symptoms and explained what we should do next

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January 04, 2023

5.0

He is an expert in his field. NW should be proud to have him.

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December 30, 2022

5.0

He spent quality personal time with me and seemed to care about my situation.

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December 29, 2022

5.0

He listened to me and cared!

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December 29, 2022

5.0

Thoroughly explained the procedure and results

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December 27, 2022

5.0

Caring Dr.

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December 22, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and caring.

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December 22, 2022

4.0

I only met him for 10 minutes.

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December 16, 2022

5.0

Personable. Explains situation thoroughly. Competent. Good follow-up.

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December 16, 2022

5.0

He takes time, he listens and is very professional.

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December 13, 2022

5.0

I worked in medicine for 42 years and I feel I gave it my all but in the last 10 years have felt this is not the case with certain doctor visits. But today I finally felt helped.

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December 07, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and great bedside manner.

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December 05, 2022

5.0

Very good, nice. Knows what he’s talking about..

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December 02, 2022

5.0

I’ve been a patient of Dr Tosiou for years. He is thorough and helpful.

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November 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tosiou is a very professional, patient, kind and thorough doctor. He was prepared to discuss my history, answered questions making sure I got the information I needed and had a plan for my treatment. He is very personable!

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November 30, 2022

5.0

He took time to explain and answer all my questions. I never felt rushed.

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November 30, 2022

5.0

Friendly, extremely confidence with him

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November 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tosiou takes his time in explaining tests, discussing options and concerns and answering any questions. He is extremely knowledgeable and experienced.

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November 27, 2022

5.0

It’s great person with smaile on jus face

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November 27, 2022

5.0

He explains procedures and answers all questions thoroughly.

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November 21, 2022

5.0

Very informative!

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November 18, 2022

5.0

Caring, competent, no nonsense, straight up doc that listens and cares.

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November 15, 2022

5.0

The best at what he does and more!

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November 14, 2022

5.0

Very good treatment and good attention

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November 14, 2022

5.0

He listens, is thorough and communicates well.

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November 11, 2022

5.0

Listen and address all my concerns, knowledgeable, kind and understanding

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November 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tosiou is very professional and kind. He does not rush you and is willing to answer questions thoroughly

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November 09, 2022

4.0

I had a little bleeding. It did not happened 10 yrs ago when I had the colon screening.

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Disclosures

Alexander S. Tosiou, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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