Kalvin C H Lung, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Thoracic Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine - 2013
Residency:: University of Western Ontario London Health Sciences - 2018
Fellowships:: University of Toronto - 2020

Media

Languages Spoken

Cantonese

Board Certifications

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada* - Surgery (Certified)
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada* - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Kishwaukee Hospital

Lake Forest Hospital

Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Palos Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

591 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

62 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

62 Reviews

April 26, 2024

5.0

He's excellent

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April 24, 2024

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and compassionate.

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April 12, 2024

5.0

He was knowledgeable and patient- treated me with respect. He answered my questions directly, but kindly, so I obtained the information I needed.

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April 12, 2024

5.0

Kind, knowledgeable, genuinely concerned. Highly recommend him!!!!

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Because Dr. Lung is compassionate, and he understand his patients.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Professional , concerned

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March 29, 2024

5.0

Good overall dialogue and questions.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

I trust them.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable , straight forward with diagnosis

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Very compassionate and empathetic to your personal life issues.

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March 08, 2024

5.0

From personal experience with 2 lung surgeries, I believe Dr Lung is an excellent doctor.

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March 01, 2024

5.0

Professional doctor

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February 18, 2024

5.0

He will take time to explain things to you.

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February 18, 2024

5.0

Like I said about he made me comfortable with him.

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February 16, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and friendly. These are great traits in a doctor.

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February 16, 2024

5.0

Although he was taking over for my original surgeon he seemed interested and caring.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

He's extremely knowledgeable. He took the time to explain the type of lung cancer I had and answered all of my questions and concerns. He's very kind.

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February 09, 2024

5.0

I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Lung.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Very prompt ..very honest ..answers all of our questions.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

He makes you comfortable when needed, but doesn't pull no punches!!!

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January 31, 2024

4.0

Professional, knowledgeable.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

Professional and answered my questions. Very likeable.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lung was very knowledgeable and patience, he was able to explain everything that I needed or wish to know. Our conversation was very pleasant and helpful to me. Thank you Dr. Lung

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lung helped me through the whole process of surgery and aftercare. I highly recommend him and his services!

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January 12, 2024

5.0

Dr Lung is kind but straight to the point, no sugar coating. He listens and responds to your questions/concerns!!!

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January 12, 2024

5.0

He's amazing! Very articulate, very thorough. And, very kind.

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January 12, 2024

5.0

Very happy to meet Dr Lung today, recommended by dr [last name] to take care of me and my health needs.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

I love this guy!!!! He is incredibly knowledgeable and especially thorough while explaining the procedures that were done, what they entail and the outcome. He was very reassuring and honest about everything and answered all my questions. He was extremely patient because I asked a million questions. I am soooo glad he is my doctor.

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January 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lung is the best doctor for lungs.

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December 23, 2023

5.0

Very personable, caring, thorough

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December 23, 2023

5.0

Professional, very nice, explain everything of what is going to happen.

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December 22, 2023

5.0

Dr. Lung was so kind! He even moved my appointment from 12/22 to 12/21 to accommodate my kids and their Christmas concerts. Made my day!

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December 18, 2023

5.0

I would assume Dr. Lung is very busy, but you would never know it. He got me into an initial consultation very quickly and also scheduled a surgery very quickly. While in my recovery, he stopped by every day. He even spent time with me to show me xrays and show exactly what his thoughts were. He was friendly and easy to understand. His team of PA's was also wonderful to work with.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

This was a pre op meeting so I will be happy to respond again after surgery. I was very pleased with the attention to detail Dr. Lung provided while explaining the surgery that would be necessary. I did not feel rushed and really appreciated him answering all of my questions. Seems like a great team and great attention to details.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

He was very attentive,answered all my questions, did not "rush" through the appointment.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Efficient, professional and compassionate.

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December 08, 2023

5.0

smart and forthright and very good advice and counselling

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December 01, 2023

5.0

I have complete confidence in him...he listens to me and is committed to helping me.

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November 21, 2023

5.0

My B/P was off the chart approaching my appt w/Dr Lung. NP Trevor and Dr Lung approached my issue calmly and confidently.

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November 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Lung is personable, empathetic and always takes as much time as you need to understand the diagnosis and treatment.

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November 18, 2023

5.0

Great manor and extremely knowledgeable

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November 17, 2023

5.0

Long necessary conversation, helpful for husband and I to discuss what he wants to do moving forward.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

he spent time, listened carefully, engaged me in the process and decisions. was very detailed and clear.

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Everything I wrote in the above paragraph.

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October 27, 2023

5.0

Dr. Lung saved my life

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October 17, 2023

5.0

I felt he thoroughly understood my condition.

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October 16, 2023

5.0

Very informative explains everything step-by-step

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October 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Lung was very clear and compassionate in his explanation of my CT scan results.

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October 10, 2023

5.0

Excellent care and attention to details.

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October 09, 2023

5.0

Very attentive, explained my options clearly. Kept me involved with decision making.

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October 09, 2023

5.0

Always very professional , answers all questions. Pleasant demeanor, takes time to talk to the patient

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October 06, 2023

5.0

Dr Lung has been wonderful. Very caring and easy to speak with.

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September 28, 2023

5.0

He takes the time to ensure that the patient understands both what is going on with their body and the treatment plan

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September 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Lung exemplifies dedication, commitment and understanding the patients concerns and fears. He is one in a billion. I'm so grateful to have him oversee my care at nwstrn.

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September 25, 2023

5.0

Doctor Lung explained the results of my CT Scan in a clear concise manner. Answered all my questions. Deeply appreciated!

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September 25, 2023

5.0

I am very satisfied with Dr Lung. I appreciate him listening to my concerns, and making sure I have input in decisions regarding my care.

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September 19, 2023

5.0

Caring service.

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September 18, 2023

5.0

Doctor reviewed detailed history and shared pertinent research data

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September 11, 2023

5.0

All my questions were answered. He was clear on what was causing my problem, and willing to address it in a timely manner.

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September 11, 2023

5.0

Dr Lung was very professional and explicit in how we will proceed

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September 04, 2023

5.0

Great doctor. Very thorough. I understood everything he explained to me. I didn't know thoracic surgery was so painful, and he's been very patient with me.

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September 01, 2023

5.0

Explains things in layman's terms

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Disclosures

Kalvin C H Lung, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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