Andrew T. Arndt, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Thoracic Surgery

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Reasons to Schedule a Visit

This medical professional may be a good choice for you if you are looking for care for any of the following:

Bronchogenic cyst
Chest/sternal mass (mediastinal, supraclavicular, thymoma)
Elevated diaphragm (diaphramagmatic plication)
Empyema
Esophageal duplication cyst
Esophageal leiomyoma
Esophageal mass or cancer or esophagus removal (esophagectomy)
Esophageal or zenkers diverticulum
Esophageal perforation
Hyperhidrosis (craniofacial, palmar)
Lung cyst or bullae
Mediastinal/chest mass removal (thymectomy)

Narrowing or blockage of airway, or tracheal stenosis
Phrenic nerve injury or elevated diaphragm
Pneumothorax (collapsed lung)
Pulmonary sequestration
Rib fracture(s)
Robotic surgery
Surgery for mesothelioma (pleurectomy)
Sympathectomy
Thymic hyperplasia
Tracheal mass or tracheal removal (trachea resection)
Tracheomalacia
Trouble swallowing (achalasia, esophageal dysmotility, esophageal stricture)

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Emory University School of Medicine - 2008
Residency:: Rush University Medical Center - 2013
Fellowships:: Yale-New Haven Medical Center - 2015

Board Certifications

American Board of Thoracic Surgery/Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical 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
On Medical Staff At:: Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center

Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Palos Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

793 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

89 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

89 Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

Listens, explains and advises thoroughly. Very caring.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Best doctor knows his patients , Very kind and compassionate He is one of the best in his field

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February 19, 2026

5.0

He was very honest and complete in explaining things.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Great doctor. Excellent bedside manner, explains everything. Great outcome so far.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Polite kind

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February 12, 2026

5.0

You will never find a more knowledgeable, dedicated, and caring doctor who will spend all the time you need to understand things in your terms and help you in your decision making.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

I. Enjoyed. Working. With. Him

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Dr. Arndt is very humanitarian and Answers all my questions

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February 01, 2026

5.0

See above. Great team, caring, attentive, efficient, empathetic and effective.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

Doctor answered all questions, drew a diagram and was very positive and polite

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January 28, 2026

5.0

Best Doctor ever! Can't thank him enough!

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January 28, 2026

5.0

Nice guy, no "God complex"

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Meeting with Dr. Arndt made me feel the right surgeon was chose for my upcoming procedure.

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January 25, 2026

5.0

My doctor is very knowledgeable and understanding. I like him a lot.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Thorough forthcoming very willing to give adequate time to answer my questions.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Very caring demeanor. I feel listened too. He spends a lot of time with me even though I'm just a routine follow up patient.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Takes his time with patients, does not rush. Actually wants to hear about their symptoms, does not brush aside patient's concerns. Very informative and explains the process of surgery in a way everyone in the room can understand.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

He is a great doctor, caring and thoughtful I'm so glad I have him for my dr

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January 04, 2026

5.0

I think he is awesome. He answers all my questions so I can understand what he was going to do

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December 24, 2025

5.0

He is all that can be in a medical professional. He is clearlly a professional in his specialty. But beyond that he is interested in his patients questions and concerned. I have never felt that he was in a hurry. Dr. Arndt is a one of the best medical professional I've ever worked with.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

He seemed knowledgeable and most of all he let me talk and listened to what I had to say.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

I have nothing but praise for his care & skills

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December 14, 2025

5.0

He explained everything very well. He was very competent and confident. He made me feel comfortable. He listened to me and answered all my questions. Surgery went well

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Arndt was the eighth doctor I saw before receiving an accurate diagnosis - he really has TOS dialed in. His bedside manner is amazing.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

professionalism

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Very warm but professional and very patient to answer all questions.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

He saved my life so I might be biased, but I had lung surgery and went home in 24 hours!! The pain was minimal. He was straight forward with my diagnosis and I was correct in trusting his opinion.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

He listened to me. I wasn't rushed. He answered my questions. He was professional.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Dr arndt is one of the best drs i have seen. He talks to you like yr part of family. He's open and very honest. To me him and everyone in his office are the best.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Took sufficient time to explain and diagram the procedure that I would be having. Explained everything in a very understandable manner.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

He did a great surgical procedure with my lung surgery and he has a good team to work with.

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Friendly confident

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October 29, 2025

5.0

Very kind and he takes his time explaining everything and answering questions.

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October 29, 2025

5.0

He is very skilled and also very personable.

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October 22, 2025

5.0

He is extremely clear in explaining what things will look like. His team is well versed in everyone is on the exact same page. What a relief.

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October 22, 2025

5.0

He is very good doctor and very nice person

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October 22, 2025

5.0

So trustworthy and so confident and so easy to talk with.

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October 22, 2025

5.0

I just did in my previous comment. Dr Arndt is the only reason I am cancer free.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Awesome doctor & PA's

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Arndt went above and beyond to help put my mind at ease after recent testing. He is very empathetic and compassionate.

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Dr Arndt was so positive even bad parts he made me feel so good an confident. I am so glad I went to him. His bedside manner is impeccable, all doctors should be more like him

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Personable and took time to review test results to ensure I understood

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Concise and to the point In his explanation of problems I'm having. What treatments will work best for my situation and all the options available. All of this related in a professional and concerned explanation of my situation.

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October 03, 2025

5.0

Very caring doctor & listens to your concerns.

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Arndt develops a positive rapport takes the time to necessary to answer the patient's questions. He genuinely cares for his patients.

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September 29, 2025

5.0

He explained my condition throughly & made me comfortable.

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September 28, 2025

5.0

He was very informative, showed concern for my understanding and made sure all my questions were answered even before I had them in most cases. Great surgeon with enough confidence to make me feel secure with this lung cancer surgery.

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September 25, 2025

5.0

Top Doctor at Northwestern. He wants the best for his patients and treats you like family.

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September 24, 2025

5.0

Awesome person

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Thoughly explains everything. Patient in listening to you. Highly recommend

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September 18, 2025

5.0

I wrote about Dr. Arndt in the first question. Please read that part, too. He is exceptional. If I,or anyone I knew, needed surgery in his specialty; I would most definitely recommend Dr. Arndt.

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September 18, 2025

5.0

He was very knowledgeable, informative and kind

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September 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Arndt gave a detailed explanation of what is causing my distress. He engaged me and my sister (my companion) in our discussion and that was very much appreciated.

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September 10, 2025

5.0

He's very knowledgeable and caring. And he has a great personality.

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September 05, 2025

5.0

Was up front and didnt automatically want to operate, genuinely wants to get the root cause and help me fix my nerve issues.

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August 20, 2025

5.0

Explains the procedure good

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August 18, 2025

5.0

I'd give him 20 stars if I could.

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August 13, 2025

5.0

Skilled, communicates well

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August 10, 2025

5.0

Most definitely

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Unbelievable great doctor and his staff is great also

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August 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Arndt listened to my issues, asked pertinent questions, and displayed extensive knowledge. In addition, his kindness and sense of humor put me at ease. He is everything a doctor should be!

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July 31, 2025

5.0

They are the best & very thorough

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July 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Arndt is very polite and listens to you. He answers your questions and explains everything step by step.

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July 27, 2025

5.0

Communicative and empathetic with mad skills and a great team.

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July 23, 2025

5.0

He knows what he's doing and cares about me as a person.

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July 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Arndt and his team are trustworthy and flexible with me. My family and I are extremely grateful .

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July 16, 2025

5.0

Doc Arndt explained the procedure and what I might expect for recovery. He's friendly, positive and reassuring.

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July 16, 2025

5.0

Very good and understanding.

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July 14, 2025

5.0

He was familiar with my case and took his time.

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July 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Arndt is a kind and thoughtful Doctor and explains everything even drawing pictures!

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July 03, 2025

5.0

He is very thorough and I think he is concerned about my care.

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July 02, 2025

5.0

He explained clearly about the problem

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June 24, 2025

5.0

Compassionate, explained details

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June 11, 2025

5.0

Very personable and willing to take time with his patients

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June 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Arndt took his time to thoroughly explain my particular problem to me and described the procedure he would use to perform the surgery . He even drew diagrams to make it easier for me to understand .

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June 05, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, caring and supportive.

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June 05, 2025

5.0

His professionalism & thoroughness.

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June 05, 2025

5.0

Excellent surgeon

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June 04, 2025

5.0

I'm 81 was facing pulmonary problems and I am here in good health. Cannot praise Dr. Arndt and team enough! Dr. Arndt always praises his team! How great is that!

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June 02, 2025

5.0

Professionalism

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May 30, 2025

5.0

Very thorough in explaining my options for my Hiatal Hernia

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May 29, 2025

5.0

Very through and thoughtful

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May 26, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant and explains everything

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May 15, 2025

5.0

Good communication

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May 15, 2025

5.0

he is just great. takes time listen to you

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May 14, 2025

5.0

Smart, professional. I actually look forward to my visits.... Go Figure!

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May 11, 2025

5.0

Great doctor!! Easy to talk to and listens.

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May 07, 2025

5.0

I would give Dr. Arndt a 15 score if I could he deserves it. He's professional, kind, passionate about his work. He's honest, & truthful.

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