Drew A. Spencer, MD

Primary Specialty
Neurological Surgery
Insurance
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Practice Focus Areas
- Benign Brain Tumor
- Brain Lesions
- Glioma
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Spine Degenerative Disease
- Spine Surgery
- Spine Tumors
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine - 2010
- Residency:
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McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2017
Board Certifications
- American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Health System Clinician, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Central DuPage HospitalDelnor HospitalHuntley HospitalMcHenry HospitalNorthwestern Lake Forest HospitalNorthwestern Memorial HospitalPalos HospitalWoodstock Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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311 Ratings
Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
August 25, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. Spencer was knowledgeable and efficient. He took time to listen and evaluate all of my concerns, I did not feel rushed or dismissed. He promptly put into action a plan of care to begin to address my issues.
August 18, 2022
5.0 star star star star starFrom the first time I met Dr Spencer in the ER at NM Palos Hospital I felt very comfortable with him. He confidently explained what was happening to me, but not in an arrogant manner. He instilled trust in me from the beginning and I am forever grateful for his skill and caring nature.
July 19, 2022
5.0 star star star star starI take recommending anyone very seriously and I don’t recommend anyone that does not deserve it. Dr. Spencer has been recommended by me to my family, friends and clients because he is honest, dependable and professional.
May 28, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. Spencer is full of knowledge and always makes me feel comforted whenever explaining something to me. He also has the greatest patience for me and my family and makes sure to answer all questions thoroughly including ones from my family.
April 28, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr Spencer is very knowledgeable and professional. I had a very positive experience with my back surgery ,with good results. He is always willing to answer questions, help however he can, and was never in a hurry during our visits.
April 19, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. Ken’s or Drew, is very young but he acts like a much older doctor he listens to you he tells you what he thinks he tells you what he’s gonna do and he tells you why then he’ll ask you if you agree with him and I think that is marvelous.
April 19, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr Spencer is kind very knowledgeable, and makes patients feel as though they’re in good hands.He asks many questions to get to the root cause of the problem and is thorough in exam. He also gives referrals for necessary tests and therapies and follows up with patients.
March 26, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. true Spencer took care of me he not only listened for me to tell him where I was experiencing most of my pain it’s almost like he could read the pain within me and I really really appreciate that and that he understood exactly what I was talking about.
March 15, 2022
4.0 star star star star star_borderI didn't not only tell him about the shoulder pain, I demonstrated the limitations on my range of motion. I feel that the x-rays ordered should have included the shoulder as well. I do appreciate the referrals for physical therapy and acupuncture he recommended along with the medicines prescribed.
January 18, 2022
5.0 star star star star starI felt Dr Spencer was caring, very knowledgeable and listened to each of my concerns. He also asked multiple times if I had any questions or needed anything from him. Requested more screening for other health issues that I’m having as well. (Headaches and neck pain)
Disclosures
Drew A. Spencer, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.
External Professional Relationships
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