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Denise A. Monahan, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Breast Surgery

Secondary Specialty

General Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Benign Breast Disease
Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer In Families
Breast Cancer in Men
Breast Cancer in Pregnant Women
Breast Cancer in Young Women
Excisional Breast Biopsy
High Risk Breast Disease and Risk Assessment

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:: Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9

4.9

1825 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

She is a great communicator and a great surgeon

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Caring

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April 26, 2025

5.0

Dr Monahan did a wonderful job of explaining my diagnosis in layman's terms & relieved my fears & anxiety about surgery! She answered all our questions with confidence & compassion!!

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April 25, 2025

5.0

The best

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April 24, 2025

5.0

very thorough, careful and answered all our questions.

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April 24, 2025

5.0

She was very caring

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan is very knowledgeable, takes time to explain things clearly, she's also kind and patient, I would highly recommend her.

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April 22, 2025

5.0

She was empathetic and also straightforward.

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April 22, 2025

5.0

She is an excellent doctor

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April 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan is the best! She communicates easily answering any questions and informs me at every visit.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

She was thorough. Her recommendation was well explained but left choice to me.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

Good listener and very professional

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April 16, 2025

5.0

I love her. She's amazing.

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Respectful, professional, knowledgeable, thorough, kind, takes time to explain and answer all questions

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan has great bedside manner and explains things that are easily understood.

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April 13, 2025

4.0

Very good.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan is trustworthy and comforting.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

She is so nice. Takes time to talk to you and listen and doesn't rush.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Caring, explains things well, patient

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Kind and caring Dr

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April 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan listens and cares

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, personable, willing to answer questions, listens well

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April 08, 2025

5.0

She is down to earth, practical, positive and I am grateful she was available to take my case.

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April 07, 2025

5.0

She's the best, very professional and gives you confidence so you can ask her about anything. Very friendly and kind. I was blessed to have her as my doctor.

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April 03, 2025

5.0

Dr Monahan is so supportive and very engaged in my patient care. She has given me excellent advice with my MRI, ultrasound and mammogram routine. I trust Dr. Monahan to keep me on track for my breast health.

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April 03, 2025

5.0

Caring and compassionate Doctor. Knows what she is doing.

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March 25, 2025

4.0

Good explaining and at task.

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March 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan is a very caring, excellent doctor.

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March 19, 2025

5.0

Dr monahan and her team were great!!!

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March 19, 2025

5.0

I feel like i am in safe, capable hands.

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March 14, 2025

5.0

She is always very pleasant and easy to talk to. She answers all my questions in a way that is reassuring and understandable.

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March 11, 2025

5.0

See above. She was great.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Best care from this Dr.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

She really cares and is knowledgeable

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March 08, 2025

5.0

Excellent care

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan thoroughly explained upcoming surgery in terms easily understandable. She is professional, knowledgeable, respectful, responsive, and kind.

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February 27, 2025

4.0

She was personable and explained everything well.

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February 25, 2025

5.0

thorough, but compassionate at the same time

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Monahan instilled confidence in me with her knowledge & her step by step explanations of my diagnosis, options & what to expect with those options. She made me feel comfortable & confident in her ability to help me.

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February 23, 2025

5.0

I am so grateful to be in dr Monahan's care. She is kind, and professional. I feel very confident and comfortable in her care.

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February 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan guided me in the decision making process by providing the information I needed before and after the procedure.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan is a wonderful surgeon. She has an awesome smile and deeply cares about the well-being of her patients.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

I think Dr Monahan is such a great surgeon ! Not only that but she is so compassionate and takes the time to make sure I'm doing well in all aspects of my life. So thankful for her!

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Satisfied

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February 20, 2025

5.0

She had a warm & friendly manner & I feel she covered all the basis in my breast cancer. She didn't rush through my appointment which I really appreciated. She left me feeling like I was in the right place with the right team of caregivers to get me through this difficult time.

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable with a great personality

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Very gentle, understanding and passionate. Was easy to talk to and explains step by step.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan saw me before my surgery and explained again what would take place and how long it would take. She also gave me instructions about the recovery time and if I had any questions don't hesitate to call. I'm glad to have her as my doctor

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February 18, 2025

5.0

She was on time, friendly and very professional.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

She's honest, informative

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February 13, 2025

5.0

Excellent service and excellent care, they were the best, I even got a hand written get well note from them

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February 12, 2025

5.0

Friendly, personable, honest.

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February 07, 2025

5.0

She is a wonderful doctor...feel like I am in good hands. Very easy to talk to. I am very happy Dr Monahan is my doctor.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

She is very caring and explains things very well.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Efficient use of my time. Asked important questions and thorough.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

She is caring, empathetic, listens to my concerns and answers my questions. She takes the time to explain what is happening and the different options/approaches. Dr. Monahan and her team are excellent and took wonderful care of me!

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January 30, 2025

5.0

Experience, demeanor and surgical skills.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

She is very confident, patient and comforting. She made me feel hopeful.

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January 22, 2025

5.0

She sees me as a person not just a patient.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan takes time to listen and address my concerns.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan was patient and explained everything thoroughly.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

She is to the point and caring

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January 17, 2025

5.0

She treated me with respect and compassion listened to me consumed to me and helps me with my decisions and explained why

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, thorough, friendly and helpful Doctor!!

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January 16, 2025

5.0

She is thorough and loves her work which translates to a caring doctor .

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January 15, 2025

5.0

Upon meeting her I was well cared for. She explained what I had and how she would proceed with treating me.

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January 12, 2025

5.0

Great doctor and kind person.

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January 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Monahan is very knowledgeable. She spends time with you to make sure you understand everything. She is excellent surgeon.

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December 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan took time to explain all the treatment options to me. She also listened to me and answered all my questions. Dr. Monahan made me feel informed and lessened my anxiety about my situation.

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December 31, 2024

5.0

She is nothing short of wonderful. She is competent and caring. She explains everything carefully. She is reassuring while at the same time being honest. She follows through on everything she says she will. She called me with results on Christmas Eve, which was very kind and it was the best gift I could have gotten. Even it it had not been what had hoped for, it still would have been better to know than to fret on Christmas Eve. It was a blessing and I am very grateful.

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December 28, 2024

5.0

She makes you feel very comfortable about something that is everything but

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December 28, 2024

5.0

She is a superior surgeon and caring physician.

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December 28, 2024

5.0

Skillful - compassionate - intelligent - experience

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December 24, 2024

5.0

Dr Monahan is amazing! She really listens, makes you feel comfortable and has a great team!

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December 22, 2024

5.0

She's just wonderful. Knowledgeable and kind. Just a great combination!

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December 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan is a wonderful doctor who listens and explains everything in detail. She's very smart and provides comfort in scary situations.

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Loved Dr, Monahan_she was very down to earth and yet very knowledgeable. She made an unpleasant experience bearable.

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December 18, 2024

5.0

Pleasantly friendly

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December 18, 2024

5.0

We found her easy to talk to, easy to understand the medical info . The Doctors energy showed that she loves her job.

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December 13, 2024

5.0

Clear, concise and friendly.

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December 13, 2024

5.0

Caring, thorough and reassuring!

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December 12, 2024

5.0

Thoughtful, caring , clear with information

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December 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan is a talented and caring as well as very easy to communicate with.

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December 11, 2024

5.0

She is honest and straightforward.

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December 11, 2024

5.0

I like her and they way she handles my health issues.

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December 06, 2024

5.0

Competent and trustworthy.

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November 27, 2024

5.0

She's extremely knowledgeable, nice, patient , caring

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November 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan goes over all my concerns. I don't feel rushed in the visits.

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November 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan is up to date on my issues when sh enters room. Listens to my questions ams asks questions.Dont feel like a number.

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November 21, 2024

5.0

Best breast surgeon ever. Love her positive attitude, sincerity, and kindness!

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November 19, 2024

5.0

She has a very calming manner and explained all the procedures very well. Again, she made my husband feel like he was an important part of the process

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November 15, 2024

5.0

She is always prepared and knows my file and dates and outcomes. She makes me feel like I'm important and her only client. I don't have to review anything since she obvioulsy goes into mychart and reads everyones notes. So impressive

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November 14, 2024

5.0

She is wonderful!

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November 14, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable, able to communicate effectively, pleasant, credentials are impressive, is willing to listen to patient concerns and address them cooperatively.

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November 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Monahan listened and explained her feelings regarding my symptoms. She suggested another treatment to try and ordered a diagnostic mammogram for me.

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Kind caring down to earth!

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November 07, 2024

5.0

Took the time to speak with me and my daughter.

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November 05, 2024

5.0

Explains results thoroughly.

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November 05, 2024

5.0

She is fabulous!

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November 05, 2024

5.0

This is my second breast cancer and I came back to Dr. Monahan because she provided me great care the first time. I had my first appointment for this cancer today and it just confirms my decision. Dr. Monahan is very thorough and caring not to mention a skilled surgeon!

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Disclosures

Denise A. Monahan, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

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