John G. Christensen Jr, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Urology

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1983
Internship:: Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center - 1984
Residency:: Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center - 1988

Board Certifications

American Board of Urology - Urology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Delnor Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9

4.9

892 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

79 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

79 Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

I feel comfortable with him.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

As I said he's a very very good doctor shows much concern about how you're feeling and explains what he can do to try and help me feel better doesn't rush you include you plenty of time

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable, direct, easy to understand, and will listen to me.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

I feel lucky to have him as my doctor.....so nice, great guy, and really knows what he is doing!!!!

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Took the time to listen and explain options.

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable and cares

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Very smart explained everything to me in detail that I can understand

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January 27, 2026

5.0

He is easy to talk with. Very cordial and comforting.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

I have seen Dr Christensen several times over the years for difference reasons, and I am very pleased with his treatments and bedside manner.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

His knowledge, his caring, his ability to listen to the pt. and realize where they are coming from has made me so pleased.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Dr. Christensen has been very helpful leading me through a very difficult time, and now I am showing positive results in treating a complex chronic condition.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Excellence! The quality of all my NW providers is superb!

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January 19, 2026

5.0

I've had two sessions with him; he takes the time to explain the diagnosis and answer questions.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Because he is a wonderful doctor and checking throughly what the problem is

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Dr. Christensen put me at ease. He went through everything about the procedure and recovery. He was spot on. Any questions I had were addressed.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Extremely compassionate and knowledgeable.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

He is very good at his job

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December 23, 2025

5.0

He is always direct and helpful - makes me trust him.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Listens to your concerns, very thorough testing for diagnostic

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December 12, 2025

5.0

I've seen Dr Christensen several times in the past, and he is always professional resulting in friendly and informative visit.

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December 06, 2025

5.0

I was taking very well care of

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November 26, 2025

4.0

He listens to me and also allows me to express my thoughts. He is a very skilled Urologist.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

He's very attentive, caring and informative

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Always has your issues under control

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November 21, 2025

5.0

He explained things very well and gave us the least invasive treatments possible for this condition. He understands our concerns.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

He is so personable. Listens well and takes what we feel into consideration. Explains his reasons for further tests well but again....lets us help make the decisions on our care. We so appreciate his care.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Shared many approaches to my reason for this appointment and answered all my questions to help me make my decisions.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Extremely competent and ensures that I completely understand my health situation and all options available.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Answers questions listens to concerns explains issues and course of treatment

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October 30, 2025

4.0

Quick cystoscopy performed in Aug. 2025. No concerns about the procedure. Today's visit was to discuss reoccuring symptoms.

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October 25, 2025

5.0

On time. Very knowledgeable, listening and understanding Professional and offered timely solutions and plan of action

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October 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Christensen's wholistic approach to the health issue of the patient.

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October 18, 2025

5.0

Covered all my issue with patience and care

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October 13, 2025

5.0

Explains things well

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Again, Dr. Christensen is one of the best doctors I had in my life.

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October 10, 2025

5.0

You can tell from the initial consult that he's an expert. Very efficient. Very professional.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Listens well and provides good feedback.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Dr Christensen is so professional and friendly. He is what you wish all doctors were like

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October 09, 2025

5.0

He spent a lot of time with us answering all our questions and discussing a treatment plan.

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October 08, 2025

4.0

I recommend him.

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September 26, 2025

5.0

Professional, experienced, caring

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September 25, 2025

5.0

His medical care and knowledge of my health concerns were very professional. And especially his time he had spent with me discussing my health concerns.

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September 25, 2025

5.0

Excellent Care Including Consultations and Procedures.

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September 13, 2025

5.0

Capable - took time to communicate need to know information clearly and completely.

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September 05, 2025

5.0

The man emanates experience and confidence. Very glad with my decision to use him as my provider

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August 30, 2025

5.0

Trust

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August 30, 2025

5.0

Professional

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August 29, 2025

5.0

He seems to listen the concerns and understand the patients.

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August 28, 2025

5.0

He is very good at what you would expect him to do.

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August 27, 2025

4.0

He's a good doctor with an understanding bedside manner. He answers my questions either direction or via his nurse. I trust his advice and trust my care to him.

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August 22, 2025

4.0

Great skill in performings today's TRUSP procedure. Wish the doctor would have more time to go over the results in more details and also to discuss the best treatment option(s) for me so that I have a clearer understanding if I decide to invasive treatments. I was provided a list in the "After Visit Summary" of general information, which will be somewhat helpful.

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August 21, 2025

5.0

He is an excellent doctor!

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August 20, 2025

5.0

Easy to communicate with.

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August 19, 2025

5.0

Dr.C has carred for me for a dozen years, always on top of my needs.

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August 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Christensen is always prompt, and very knowledgeable. He never rushes and always takes much time you need answering your questions.

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August 15, 2025

5.0

Friendly and compassionate. Listened to my concerns and explained everything.

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August 09, 2025

5.0

explained procedure and allowed time to answer questions.

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August 08, 2025

5.0

Once again, he is very professional and I feel I am in good hands under his care.

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August 04, 2025

5.0

Doctor Christensen was so kind. Answered all my questions. He is a credit to his profession.

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July 24, 2025

5.0

Good communication and nice personality - Well informed doctor

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July 21, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and calm

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July 17, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and careful

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July 11, 2025

5.0

Again the doctor is a great doctor and I feel he takes good care of me.

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July 08, 2025

5.0

Best urologist I have ever seen.

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July 08, 2025

5.0

offered options and was professonal

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July 03, 2025

5.0

Thorogh in is work, easy to understand.

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July 03, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor get right to the point

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June 28, 2025

5.0

He took the time to listen to my concerns, discussed my history in detail, as well as treatment options going forward.

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June 27, 2025

5.0

appreciate his "bedside manner"!

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June 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Christensen made the procedure feel light and effortless. There is minimal discomfort 24 hours post. I would highly recommend him.

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June 26, 2025

5.0

DR. C treats me with respect, looking for best way to meet my medical needs.

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June 20, 2025

5.0

Good dr.

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June 17, 2025

5.0

skillful doctor

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June 12, 2025

5.0

Excellent treatment and takes time to answer questions

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June 10, 2025

5.0

Approachable. Professional.

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June 06, 2025

5.0

dr answers questions, and doesn't rush through the visit

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June 05, 2025

5.0

He takes great care of me.

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May 09, 2025

5.0

explains procedure and is very knowledgeable

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May 06, 2025

5.0

Excellent Doctor who cares about his patients and explains things and opinions for treatment.

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