Dean G. Tsarwhas, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Hematology and Medical Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Northeast Ohio Medical University College of Medicine - 1987
Residency:: University of Michigan Health System - 1990
Fellowships:: Brigham and Women's Hospital/Massachusetts General Hospital/Dana-Farber Cancer Institute - 1993

Languages Spoken

Greek

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology - Medical Oncology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant 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:: Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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2594 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

He's the best

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Dr Tsarwhas is amazing. He listens and lets me talk through my anxiety. And other days he is so quick to reply to messages in mychart.

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable and takes time to explain tests and procedures

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Dr Tsarwhas has Excellent bedside manner. He listens attentively, takes genuine interest in my concerns and offers possible steps to take but allows me to actively participate in decision making. He was supporting and understanding with my up coming infusions. Working with my team of doctors

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Always upbeat taking time to answers questions, explain test results and guide treatment options

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Took the time to explain everything and staff very efficient.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

He is special... responsive, kind, caring and takes the time to explain the questions I may have.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

He cares and is personal interested in my life

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Dr.Tsarwhas got me through all my breast cancer treatments with concern & explaining all my treatments. It's been 22 years & I can't thank him enough.

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February 12, 2026

5.0

He is the best in all respects!!!

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February 09, 2026

5.0

He is very kind and considerate.

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February 08, 2026

5.0

Personal and professional care is outstanding

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February 06, 2026

5.0

He is a wonderful doctor. He is knowledgeable, kind, caring and supportive.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Caring and supportive physician. Takes time to answer questions.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

He is the best! Been with him for over 10 years. I receive the best care

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Doctor is Very Knowledgeable just fantastic

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February 03, 2026

5.0

he is always very thorough

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Super Dr

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January 25, 2026

5.0

Great doctor.

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January 25, 2026

5.0

He's very attentive to my needs. He answer my message so fast. He's a great doctor.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

I have survived Pancreatic Cancer for some 7.5 years. They worked a miricle for me. I do not hesitate to give them top scores

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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January 22, 2026

5.0

All good

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Patient, kind demeanor and competent care

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January 19, 2026

5.0

I have known for Dr. Tsarwhas for 20 years. The best doctor that I could ever recommend to anyone.

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January 17, 2026

5.0

Kind, knowledgeable.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Professional Understanding

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Excellent doctor, great personality, proven results with my cancer treatment.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Excellent and very caring physician. So informative and knowledgeable about my condition and how best to treat.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Great to work with very knowledgeable and comfortable when you work with him

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January 12, 2026

5.0

For over 10 years Dr. Tsarwhas has cared for me and I trust him implicitly. Wonderful doctor!

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Informative, helpful, and listens

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January 01, 2026

5.0

He is a good diagnostic, very respectful with a very warm personality

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Tsarwhas is kind and compassionate and has a very calming manner. I know I am receiving the best possible care from him. He always takes the time to answer any questions I may have.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Dr.Tsarwhas is a true professional ! He takes time to discuss any concerns I may have in a mutually respectful manner. He is always kind and caring. A knowledgeable doctor. I trust his care.

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December 29, 2025

5.0

He is the best oncologist! He listens and gives good advice always! He is so easy going and patient!

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December 23, 2025

5.0

He's competent kind and makes me comfortable

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December 22, 2025

5.0

He is a good listener and takes time with me.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

I have been Dr Dean's patient since 2011 and he takes care of his patients well.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Listened to all my anxiety

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December 16, 2025

5.0

All good

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December 16, 2025

5.0

He is very good and very professional

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December 13, 2025

5.0

I've been dealing with cancer now for six years and I actually look forward to my visits with Dr. T because I can trust that he will listen to me and my concerns and answer all my questions completely.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and experienced. I trust his judgment and opinions. He gives me confidence.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Best doctor ever

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Wise and caring counselor

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December 02, 2025

5.0

He makes me feel comfortable. Informed of my illness. He's very kind and gentle.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Tsarwhas is always compassionate and cares about my current health and wellbeing and works with me on my journey towards better health. He asks open ended questions and listens to my responses. He asks pointed questions that lead me to answers and further questions. He is motivating and encouraging. He has been a partner in my journey towards better health better health.

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November 30, 2025

5.0

Professional and informative regarding my condition.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Tsarwhas is the best of care at Northwestern!

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Since 2006, the time of my first diagnosis, Dr. Tsarwhas has given me confidence and a sense of the best care I could receive.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Good care & communication.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, personable and makes you feel safe in his care. Thorough and complete in visit.

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November 16, 2025

5.0

He is the best doctor you would dream for!

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November 14, 2025

5.0

Simply the best.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

He has been my oncologist for 26 years and his skill, knowledge and compassion saved my life.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Exemplary clinical leader and one who implements quality care and conversations. Excellent and compassionate listener.

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November 08, 2025

5.0

Always positive, supportive and helpful.

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November 08, 2025

5.0

He's the best.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Excellent care

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October 28, 2025

5.0

100% recommend!

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Kind, compassionate and factual.

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October 26, 2025

5.0

Kind, knowledgeable and supportive.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Very satisfied

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October 21, 2025

5.0

He's been my doctor for almost a decade! Always,attentive,caring,and respectful. He is willing to listen & be honest supportive of my ongoing issues with breast cancer.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

I told all my friends and neighbors how he is the greatest to help cancer patients.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

A truly devoted physician to his patients. He never makes you feel rushed and listens to his patients needs and concerns and has time to fully answer all your questions Dr Tsarwhas is a one in a million physician and I am so grateful I found him for my cancer care and journey

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Quality of care.

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October 18, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable, listened to his patients, has empathy & involves one in the treatment protocol.

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October 17, 2025

5.0

One of the best

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October 17, 2025

5.0

He's informative. And gentle. And kind

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Dr Tsarwhas has been my oncologist for 11 years and has the same kindness and compassion he did at my diagnosis. I am cancer free but still want the yearly check in with him. It's a check in I look forward to.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Tsarwhas is very kind, he always listens attentively, very knowledgeable and professional !

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October 03, 2025

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, and under his care he truly saved my life.

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October 03, 2025

5.0

The BEST!!

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October 03, 2025

5.0

He always tells me how things are going any questions anything else I wanna cover? He always make sure that I've only answers to any questions I might have and does it with a great professional in personal attitude.

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Excellent care

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Always know's your chart

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October 01, 2025

5.0

Special person. Great doctor and staff.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, kind, responsive.

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Tsarwhas is the very best! He has amazing bedside manner, He answers all of my questions and makes me feel very seen, heard and valued!

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September 26, 2025

5.0

He is very thorough and takes as much time to see me

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September 25, 2025

5.0

You can trust everything he says

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Dr Tsarwhas is a very caring and compassionate doctor.

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September 18, 2025

5.0

Dr Tsarwhas has been my oncologist for 24 years. He is truly the best.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

I've been a patient for 7 years and have been extremely satisfied. He has suggested remedies for reactions to the drugs I take.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

He's the best! I'm so lucky and blessed to have him as my oncologist.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Very caring. Explains everything

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Dr Tsarwhas is knowledgeable and provides expert care.

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September 08, 2025

5.0

He's the best!!!! Has every single trait you would want as your physician

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September 02, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant and amiable

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August 28, 2025

5.0

Good at explaining things.

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August 28, 2025

5.0

Wry good communicator

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August 28, 2025

5.0

He is very friendly and listens. He explains the situation.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Tsarwhas is patient focused and spends the time needed to review my progress and ensures I understand the processes and procedures that are needed to improve my condition. Dr. T ensue understand my condition, progress and options. He uses open ended questions to encourage my inputs and questions. He makes me very comfortable.

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August 22, 2025

5.0

Kind, supportive and very informative. Excellent conveyor of clinical knowledge. So appreciative to have his acumen leading my charge!

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August 18, 2025

5.0

He is the best!

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August 18, 2025

5.0

Excellent care

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August 12, 2025

5.0

a caring doctor

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August 12, 2025

5.0

This Doctor is Awesome He listens, He advises, He Cares and He remembers your History Well prepared

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Disclosures

Dean G. Tsarwhas, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

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