Senda Ajroud-Driss, MD

Senda Ajroud-Driss, MD

4.8 
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Primary Specialty

Neuromuscular Medicine

Secondary Specialty

  • Neurology
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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Medicine School of Tunis - 1996
Internship:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2001
Residency:
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2004
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2005

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November 27, 2018

Languages Spoken

  • Arabic
  • French

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology (Certified)
  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neuromuscular Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate 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:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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4.8
4.8 

355 Ratings

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August 31, 2022

5.0

Dr Driss is a compassionate, knowledgeable neurologist who really listens to the patient and offers excellent advice.

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August 26, 2022

5.0

As above! They know what they’re doing and it shows

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August 15, 2022

5.0

NW as a lot to offer to people with health difficulties.

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August 14, 2022

5.0

She is knowledgeable and recommends the best course of care needed.

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August 12, 2022

5.0

Dr. Driss has a very fine reputation among doctors at NWH

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August 12, 2022

5.0

I know she has my best interest in mind. She’s always pleasant.

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Very kind and knowledgeable

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August 04, 2022

5.0

Knows her business

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August 03, 2022

5.0

Doctor Driss knowledge of my medical needs now and what to expect in the future is outstanding and has prepared me.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable Listens to me Works with me

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July 24, 2022

5.0

Her knowledge, the information she shared, and her capable staff.

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July 24, 2022

5.0

I felt that my granddaughter was finally (after a year of illness) in the best possible place for knowledgeable care

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July 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Driss has provided my care since being diagnosed with ALS by her. I had been seen by other professionals prior to my exam with her who had let me down. Once Dr. Driss was in charge, I felt comfortable and privileged to have her leading my ALS Team, together with Dr. Coleman.

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July 20, 2022

5.0

She was very thorough, how much is a very good job explaining her findings, and took all the time I needed during the appointment

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July 20, 2022

5.0

She has been an excellent physician in the management of my myasthenia gravis for last 7 or 8 years. She has demonstrated tremendous compassion and concern for my well-being, especially in caring for/managing my condition as the world figured out the pandemic in the early days. I’m forever grateful.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Knowledge and personal attention

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July 11, 2022

5.0

She was thorough and didn’t rush me at all. She was a good listener and showed compassion. Her exam was very complete.

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July 08, 2022

5.0

Excellent patient education. Thorough. Kind.

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July 07, 2022

5.0

She really knows her stuff. She asks great questions and actually uses the new information to determine the next step. She talks respectfully and with compassion with my husband

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Dr. Driss came recommended by Dr. Melen. Dr. Driss has been cordial and precise in her treatment. She focuses intently on the pathology and tracks it very well indeed.

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May 15, 2022

5.0

Extremely caring and knowledgeable

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May 13, 2022

5.0

Took her time and answered all my emails.

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May 13, 2022

5.0

Her knowledge and thorough process

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May 11, 2022

5.0

Very personable and knowledgeable.

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May 11, 2022

5.0

She’s compassionate, knowledgeable

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May 09, 2022

5.0

Expert in ALS/PLS Caring Strives to meet all my needs

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May 08, 2022

5.0

She's a great physician!

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May 08, 2022

5.0

I love Northwestern Medicine and its staff of Physicians. The care you receive at Northwestern is unmatched anywhere. Only recommendation is to make the Video Visits easier for seniors.

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April 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Driss did not rush through the appointment and showed a genuine concern for my issue.

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April 26, 2022

5.0

I felt safe within her care.

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April 20, 2022

5.0

She's nice

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April 15, 2022

5.0

I received answers to questions that I had been seeking for quite a while, plus I was informed of issues that I was not even aware of.

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April 05, 2022

5.0

I had been floundering around with symptoms for 2 or 3 years till I was finally referred to Doctor Driss who ordered diagnostic tests which were carried out at NWMH on the day of my initial appointment with Dr. Driss. On my next visit, Dr. Driss presented me with my diagnosis and treatment plan. I am forever grateful to her..she is a professional and personable physician who is a gift to NWMH and her patients.

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March 25, 2022

5.0

Dr. Driss is a wonderful clinician. She listened to my concerns and shared her impressions. We developed a plan that made sense to me.

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March 21, 2022

5.0

She is knowledgeable, courteous, and friendly. I have the utmost trust in her ability.

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March 18, 2022

5.0

She seems knowledgeable.

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March 03, 2022

5.0

She is truly the best!!!!!!!!!!!!

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February 18, 2022

5.0

There’s not an 11. She’s really knowledgeable and explained the science and her thinking about my healthcare.

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February 17, 2022

5.0

Excellent researcher and skilled physician.

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February 16, 2022

5.0

Extremely focused and thorough

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February 16, 2022

5.0

She is very good specialist for my disease. Thru her was able to get into drug study to help me and my family as this is a genetic mutation. She cares

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February 13, 2022

5.0

Dr Driss is one in a Million. She listens to what you have to say and always can give you a quick response either on my chart or in person.

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February 06, 2022

5.0

Dr. Driss is great.

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January 12, 2022

5.0

Care for me

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January 09, 2022

5.0

She knows a lot

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January 08, 2022

5.0

She was great and listened to my concerns

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January 06, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ajroud-Driss includes her patient’s considerations as she determines individualized treatment plans.

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January 06, 2022

5.0

I love Dr. Driss. She is very knowledgeable and empathetic!

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December 17, 2021

5.0

Tries to help and compassionate Gives options and communicates with other doctors caring for me to make the best decisions.

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Doctor Driss has been a blessing. She and her team are excellent diagnosticians and involve me in decision making. I am able to communicate via MyChart and also via teleconferencing. I see her at 3 month intervals and find this very helpful in managing my disability.

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December 10, 2021

5.0

She is very knowledgeable about my Amyloidosis

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December 06, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable, and had compassion.

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December 06, 2021

5.0

She was very knowledgeable, and encouraging

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December 03, 2021

5.0

Took the time with the examine and answered all my questions.

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December 01, 2021

5.0

Interest in and care for me

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December 01, 2021

5.0

She’s very professional and knowledgeable.

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November 22, 2021

5.0

She is wonderful

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November 19, 2021

5.0

Professional, respectful obviously knowledgeable and encouraging.

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November 17, 2021

5.0

Always attentive and very detailed at explanations.

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November 15, 2021

5.0

Experienced and very knowledgeable. Excellent manner. Honest and forthright.

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November 14, 2021

5.0

explains everything clearly and shows compassion and kindness

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November 12, 2021

5.0

Dr Driss seems to know and handle my issues well

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November 12, 2021

5.0

She’s a smart and caring doctor.

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November 03, 2021

5.0

Dr Driss is a personable doctor, informative, and communicates in the manner easily understood.

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November 03, 2021

5.0

Great bedside manner, very thorough, and obviously very smart.

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October 31, 2021

5.0

She is very caring physician. Listened to all your concerns. Doctor highly qualifying specializing in her field.

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October 26, 2021

5.0

Great understanding kf my problems with excellent suggestions for next steps.

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October 26, 2021

5.0

Once you get to her she is good.

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October 24, 2021

5.0

Personable and knowlegeable

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October 20, 2021

5.0

Professional and personable

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October 18, 2021

5.0

She is people friendly

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October 13, 2021

5.0

She is very knowledgeable in my Neuro/ Muscular condition. She comes up with the best treatment plans for me.

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October 04, 2021

5.0

Dr. Driss has been great from diagnosis to present day treatment.

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September 24, 2021

5.0

Dr. Driss spends time with her patients, discussing options & listening.

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September 20, 2021

5.0

Very thorough

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September 15, 2021

5.0

Dr. Driss shows concern about her patients and truly investigates the reason for the problem.

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September 05, 2021

5.0

She made me feel at ease and listen to my issues. Like I said previously , when I left I felt hopeful

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September 03, 2021

5.0

I felt heard. She addressed the issues

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August 27, 2021

5.0

Provides excellent compassionate care.

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August 26, 2021

5.0

Dr. Driss answered all my questions and explained the disease process. I did not feel rushed and felt the physician cared.

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August 20, 2021

4.0

At this time I feel that it is too early to evaluate this doctor.

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August 12, 2021

5.0

Dr Driss is amazing we are in great hands with her. She shows so much compassion.

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August 12, 2021

5.0

She is very knowledgeable about Neurology

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August 11, 2021

5.0

I always look forward to my visits with Dr Driss. She is warm, engaging and asks all the right questions. I feel cared for when I meet with her.

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August 07, 2021

5.0

Explains plans well. Detailed follow up.

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August 05, 2021

5.0

Great bedside manner

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August 03, 2021

5.0

She is wonderful and caring.

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July 30, 2021

5.0

She is very patient.

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July 29, 2021

5.0

She really cares what you think about and what questions you have.

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July 28, 2021

5.0

Takes all my medical conditions into consideration when making neurological decisions

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July 26, 2021

5.0

Agin, comfort with staff and affiliation with MDA.

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July 25, 2021

5.0

She is calm and reassuring, knows her stuff

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July 22, 2021

5.0

Very friendly person

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July 21, 2021

5.0

She is a very skilled physician and a kind individual. HER bedside manner and positive approach to medicine are truly inspiring to her patienc

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July 20, 2021

5.0

Very interested in finding out what is causing my nerve pain.

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July 14, 2021

5.0

She was very kind and did a good examination

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July 11, 2021

5.0

She is an amazing doctor

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July 02, 2021

5.0

Very good physician/patient relationship started. Professional and friendly. Included me in discussions of future treatment and possibilities of things we can try to help me alleviate hand pain in both hands.

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July 02, 2021

4.0

While she was not very warm, she listened, asked questions and explained things very thoroughly. She also made sure my questions were answered. It is rare that I would rate highly a physician who is not personable at all. It would have been nice, though, if she would have been a bit more engaged on a personal level.

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June 24, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable, engaged & empathic

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