
Primary Specialty
Thoracic Surgery
Insurance
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Commercial Payors
Government Payors
Exchange Payors
Practice Focus Areas
- Esophageal Cancer
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Mediastinal Tumors
- Paraesophageal/ Hiatal Hernia
- Robotic Thoracic Surgery
- Thymoma
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, University of Washington School of Medicine - 2004
- Internship:
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Virginia Mason Medical Center - 2006
- Residency:
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Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - 2009
- Fellowships:
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University of Minnesota - 2012UPMC Medical Education - 2013
Languages Spoken
- French
Board Certifications
- American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)
- American Board of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Associate Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician NetworkNorthwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
- On Medical Staff At:
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Central DuPage HospitalDelnor HospitalHuntley HospitalKishwaukee HospitalMcHenry HospitalNorthwestern Lake Forest HospitalNorthwestern Memorial HospitalWoodstock Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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263 Ratings
Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
January 24, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. Odell and his associate were prompt in providing information about my CT scan. Their diagnosis was clear and very professional. Dr. Odell and his associate (sorry I can’t remember his name) were also very friendly and most pleasant during our conversation which facilitated my absorption and understanding of the information I received. Thank you!
June 07, 2021
5.0 star star star star starDr. Odell listens to me about my concerns and symptoms. I have complete confidence in his opinion. He is very knowledgeable, and conservative in his recommendations to provide me with the best health care for me.
April 23, 2021
5.0 star star star star starJohn's care was excellent and he recommended a test be taken in two years. He actually let me know the 2 years was up to take the test and actually called me to give me the results of the test. We were very happy with the doctor and would recommend him to everyone. we have full confidence in the doctor
April 20, 2021
5.0 star star star star starDr. Odell was thorough with and answered my questions as well as giving me a direction I should take for my care. He did not rush me. Also, Dr. Paul Levy was very thorough and made me feel comfortable. Thank you.
March 01, 2021
5.0 star star star star starHe was very kind, great bedside manner, really explained things so I would know what he was talking about, He even drew a picture to better explain what the surgery would be and look like. Called my husband to explain and get any questions (he wasnt available). But, overall he was so thorough and wanted to make sure that I was on board with the same things he was and that if I had any other questions to call or message him! Great Experience!!
February 01, 2021
5.0 star star star star starDr. Odell and his associates are extremely experienced in this field and I trust him implicitly. Not only is he knowledgeable and experienced but he also has a wonderful personality. Before seeing Dr. Odell, I spoke with his resident and asked him many questions and he was very accommodating and considerate and patient...which also describes Dr. Odells œbedside? manner as he answers all my many questions. So yes, I would highly, highly recommend Dr. Odell and his staff.
January 19, 2021
5.0 star star star star starI thought Dr. Odell was very professional. He was clear, concise, and thoroughly explained what he observed on my scan. I appreciated his efforts to allay my fears. I truly felt he concentrated on me as a real person and not just an image on a CT scan. Thank you, Dr Odell.
Disclosures
David D. Odell, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.
External Professional Relationships
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