Denise A. Monahan, MD

Denise A. Monahan, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Breast Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine - 2007
Residency:
Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System - 2012
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2013

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)

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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4.9
4.9 

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100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

She is kind and explained everything to do with surgery in detail.

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Love Dr. Monahan! She is a great listener and helped me during a stressful time. She is very thorough and takes her time to listen to my questions/concerns and try to alleviate them as much as possible.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

I have complete trust in the care from Dr. Monahan.

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April 23, 2024

5.0

A true professional

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April 22, 2024

5.0

I love the way she communicates all of the information and next steps. She made feel like my concerns mattered and she answered them all!

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April 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan is patient and caring and explains everything in detail. She makes you feel part of the process and doesn't dismiss your concerns.

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April 20, 2024

5.0

The entire office is so caring and efficient; and Dr. Monahan is a caring and bright doctor who has a difficult and critical job— and she does it very well! Highly recommend!

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April 19, 2024

5.0

She put us at ease right away. She went through everything that she knew and answered all of our questions. She seemed to connect personally to my husband and me. She said she will contact the right people to get the whole breast surgery happening in a timely fashion.

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April 19, 2024

5.0

She’s wonderful and knowledgeable

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and understanding. She took time with me and was thorough

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April 12, 2024

5.0

I have seen a lot of her work have made recommendations to her in the past. She’s the best at what she does. She explained all different approaches.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and friendly.

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April 07, 2024

5.0

I've only seen her once. She was very caring and listened well to my questions.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Very decisive. See previous comments.

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Dr Monahan is truely exceptional. I actually look forward to my appts to see her.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

I feel that she has taken great care of me.

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan is very caring. She takes times to connect with me as a patient.

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March 29, 2024

5.0

She's a good surgeon!

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March 23, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan is caring, kind and professional. She makes sure everything is done to help her patients.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

She was wonderful.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan is very professional , knowledgable, kind and takes the time to answer my questions. Would highly recommend Dr. Monahan to friends and family.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

I’m so Happy with my surgery and and my entire experience.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Very nice and efficient. I trust her!

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Reliable, attentive, and with great human quality

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Listens well, explains things in an easy way to understand.

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March 16, 2024

5.0

A caring physician, professional & listens attentively

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March 15, 2024

5.0

Very caring. Always has time for questions!

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March 15, 2024

5.0

Projects capability and kindness. Good communicator. Warm demeanor.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

She came highly recommended from my surgeon and she met all expectations.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan made me feel at ease right away.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Very personable, great communicator, explains things well, is like a friend on you side in tough times, keeps things relaxed, very thorough.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Dr Monahan is wonderful. She truly cares about her patients ands is very easy to talk to.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan and the team were caring and understanding. they took the time to ensure that every step was explained to me thoroughly. greatly appreciate it. Thank you!

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Monahan is an excellent surgeon. She is pleasant and efficient. Best doctor I have ever had.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Compassionate, thorough, efficient, understanding, professional - all of this is extremely helpful given the circumstances

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Amazing Doctor - explains everything and I never feel rushed

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Takes an interest in all of you. Not just your breasts. Believable, honest, caring. Takes her time and you don't feel rushed out the door.

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor, very attentive

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February 23, 2024

5.0

She is so kind and sensitive, listens carefully and her expertise is so excellent.

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February 23, 2024

5.0

I have so much confidence in Dr Monahan! She always listens to me and wants to make sure every question I might have is asked and answered. I have so much respect for her and I will always be so thankful for her!

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February 22, 2024

5.0

I like Dr. Monahan's personal touch and bedside manner. She makes you feel very comfortable and at ease during your exam, taking the time to answer your questions and address your concerns.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Explained everything, answered questions!

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manner, calming demeanor and reassuring answering concerns without making you feel dumb

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan understands the nervousness that comes along with these appointments…she makes you feel calm.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

She’s great. Explains everything. Got an appointment quickly and surgery scheduled quickly.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

I like Dr. Monahan

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February 13, 2024

5.0

So kind and patient; explained everything very well.

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Outstanding communicator, kind demeanor.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Very professional and pleasant.

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Listens, explains and makes sure you understand everything.

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan is very intelligent, kind and takes the time to answer any questions I may have. I would highly recommend Dr. Monahan.

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January 26, 2024

5.0

Great doc

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Caring. Kind. Professional.

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January 21, 2024

5.0

I appreciated her friendly manner and straightforward information. She’s not an alarmist and I felt comfortable with her recommendations and expertise.

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January 20, 2024

5.0

Absolutely THE BEST!! She is amazing. Very caring and thoughtful. Amazing physician

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January 18, 2024

5.0

She’s great

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan was an excellent doctor for my daughter. She is extremely kind, knowledgeable, and approachable.

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January 12, 2024

5.0

She is so through, beautiful spirit and puts you at ease.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

She’s the best, I’m blessed to have here as my doctor

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan explained my options and answered my questions in layman’s terms she took time with me and helped me stay positive!

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Dr Monahan is very caring about her patients . She takes time to talk to you about you personally as well as your medical needs. She never rushes through an appointment

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January 02, 2024

5.0

She’s the best listener and a caring professional.

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December 31, 2023

5.0

Expert knowledge, calm demeanor when thoroughly explaining patient diagnosis and alternative care options. Never pressures and clearly listens.

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December 28, 2023

5.0

She’s sooooo intelligent! She saved my life. ❤️

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December 26, 2023

5.0

Great care. Explained and answered questions.

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December 26, 2023

5.0

Great doctor. Proficient. Caring. Very pleased with my outcome.

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December 22, 2023

5.0

Dr. Monahan explains what she is doing at appt. She listens to my questions and answers them. She asks how I am.

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Like doctor

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Great surgeon and very helpful in devising a follow up schedule for care.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Thorough and caring

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Such a wonderful person. Very caring and made me feel reassured during a very sressful time

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Thoroughly reviewed test results and procedures.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

She’s great! Mom had no pain whatsoever.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

She was very thorough and has a great bedside manner. She explained all of my options and next steps.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

She is very thorough and very caring.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Very confident in her skills

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December 03, 2023

4.0

Very caring, courteous and knowledgeable.

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December 01, 2023

5.0

Knowledgable, kind, and supportive. Excellent doctor!

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December 01, 2023

5.0

Friendly, very personable, good at surgery

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November 30, 2023

5.0

Experience and demeanor.

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November 22, 2023

5.0

She has the perfect mix of relax and calm while being thorough and confident.

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November 19, 2023

5.0

She is thorough, kind and knowledgeable. She always puts me at ease.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

I thank God everyday that Dr [name] referred me to Dr Monahan. I feel so important in her care. That is an amazing gift. Especially since I had such an awful experience with a gastro surgeon at NW. I was nervous for the arrogance and coldness again. Dr Monahan is the complete opposite. She is so warm, loving, caring and obviously brilliant. I can’t thank her enough. God bless [initials]

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Caring and informative

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Professional, empathetic, skilled surgeon.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

She is amazing. She is so patient and kind and acts like I am the most important patient. I never feel rushed or like I'm asking too much. She makes me feel like she is always trying to out of her way. I pray for her and her team always.

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Having surgery and no pain, no need for pain medication.

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November 09, 2023

5.0

She knew what questions I came with, gave me clear explanations, and provided information reasonably collected based on facts from test results for me to make the best decision

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Thorough explained plan with comfort and expertise made me feel confident with the expectations and process.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

She’s competent and yet kind

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Kind and considerate

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Monahan listens very well, made direct eye contact, willingly answered all my questions; she is supportive, understanding and confident which in turn made me feel comfortable being in her care.

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November 03, 2023

5.0

She is very professional, warm and kind I feel cared for

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November 03, 2023

5.0

She’s very sweet and professional

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November 03, 2023

5.0

She was fabulous and all of them

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November 02, 2023

5.0

She is a great doctor. Answers all my questions, and makes me feel secure in my care.

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Takes time to listen and answers all questions.

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October 29, 2023

5.0

She is competent and caring.

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October 28, 2023

5.0

Kind. Supportive, knowledgeable. Excellent doctor

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October 26, 2023

5.0

Excellent Doctor! Very caring! No pain at all after surgery! Very knowledgeable! Very Supportive!

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Disclosures

Denise A. Monahan, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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