Andrew Thomas Arndt, MD

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Primary Specialty

Thoracic Surgery

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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 (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:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

5.0
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507 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

72 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

72 Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

Very good dr.

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April 25, 2024

5.0

10 doesn’t cut it. He’s beyond a 10! I’m so thankful for him. I felt comfortable the second he first talked to me. Ive had more than a few surgeries and I felt 100% at ease with him. Great man!!! I’ll never forget him

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Felt I received good care during a frightening period of injury and recovery.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

He was amiable and articulate and made me feel comfortable with his recommendation.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Explained everything very well. Cared about me and my needs

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Love Dr. Arndt. Explains things so anyone could understand what's going on. Staff is wonderful as well.

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April 04, 2024

5.0

He's just great. Honest, thorough, and cool.

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April 04, 2024

5.0

He's the best surgeon ever. He's personable and friendly. Takes time with you. My family and friends were all impressed with him and his entire staff.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

He is the best of the best.

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March 24, 2024

5.0

friendly and knowledgeable.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Explains every detail so we can understand it. Even drew us a picture. Answered all are questions. Honest and straight forward. Appreciate his professionalism, confidence and expertise.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Excellent care

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Dr Arndt kept me informed and explained the process to me in concise yet simple terms.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Very informative and thorough w a great personality.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

He is outstanding. So knowledgeable and caring. You leave there feeling like a relative just helped you.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Dr Ardnt is the doctor I trust in the most of any of my physicians.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Arndt was so knowledgeable and thorough in explaining my upcoming surgery. He took much time to fully answer all of my questions and his expertise shown through. He put me at ease and I feel very confident I am in the best hands and care for this surgery.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

As I mentioned previously he has a great team that makes you feel comfortable and capable in their hands.

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February 25, 2024

5.0

Recommend in a heartbeat

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February 23, 2024

5.0

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Dr ardnt is the nicest and is extremely knowledgeable about my condition

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February 21, 2024

5.0

It’s rare to find a physician willing to spend time making you feel comfortable and cared for.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Everyone from the checking in, vitals, doctor, NP to making a follow up appointment and testing is excellent. Only thing that was disappointing was the scale.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Dr Arndt explained everything in detail. He spoke directly to me and answered my questions.

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February 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Arndt is a great doctor..

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Expert and informative. Very capable doctor. Like him a ton.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Personable, professional, knowledgeable, great listener, caring

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Great at explaining the process.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Arndt explained things concisely and answered all of my questions and concerns.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Do ahead of time very professional and very informative

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Arndt took time to listen to me and throughly explain everything. I felt like a person that mattered, not just another patient

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Andrew Thomas Arndt was extremely knowledgeable in his practice and really listen to my concerns as well as followed up with my case prior to our appointment. He provided answers and put in place a care plan with future ongoing solutions to my care. This was important to me as my previous physician was not helpful or responsive at all. I am confident that Dr Arndt can help me with my future health care.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Great doctor

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Professional yet personable Spent time to explain what was goin on with me and put me at ease

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Great reviews from others, associates and Senior NM staff. Very straight forward and easy to discuss medical situation. Feel very confident with upcoming surgery. Additional his team/staff are very helpful and understanding.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

He was wonderful

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Great Doctor that is very knowledgeable and always answers questions that puts you at ease. Also a great sense of humor when you can really use him to put you at ease.

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Very Knowledgeable

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December 27, 2023

5.0

He explained all the tests I had and surgery that i need thoroughly, professionally, and is friendly and understanding.

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Arndt puts you at ease immediately. He explains everything so well he anticipates your questions before you even ask them. Very smart man!

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Great physician, highly recommend.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Great personality. Very caring about my condition. He listened to me about my concerns and took the time to answer questions. Dr Ardnt drew illustrations regarding his approach to my surgery to give me a visual. It was quite impressive! I was extremely comfortable with him, and have the utmost confidence in him moving forward.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

He is an excellent doctor, knowledgeable, easy to talk to, a great listener, and a caring individual.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

He was very professional and friendly and introduced me to his team where he explained everything very thoroughly.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Seemed in no hurry to answer our concerns.

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Dr. Ardnt is the best at what he does and always treats me with compassion and understanding and does not disregard my feelings about what is happening

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December 04, 2023

5.0

He Saved My LIFE, enough said.

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November 23, 2023

5.0

Great Dr. very patient, very knowledgeable.

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November 22, 2023

5.0

Very approachable

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November 22, 2023

5.0

He is an expert with the kindest bedside manner. He not only saved my life, he spent time and even drew me a picture to explain. He fit me into the surgery que… and I was able to get stage 1 cancer out before it became stage 2.

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November 21, 2023

5.0

his concern and attention to resolve issues was impressive

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November 15, 2023

5.0

He is a Rockstar! Have a high regard for his knowledge. He is a real pleasure to interact with and I am very pleased that he is my surgeon.

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November 15, 2023

5.0

listens and explains clearly

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Very compassionate and thorough.

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November 09, 2023

5.0

You couldn’t find a better surgeon or person. Talked at my level, spent as much time as I need to understand my procedure and made me feel comfortable things would ok

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Reassuring and highly recommended

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Dr Arndt is extremely caring about his patients needs and will go over and beyond to help you. His staff will stay by your side until all your needs are met!

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November 08, 2023

5.0

Greatest doctor who listens and always shows compassion

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November 01, 2023

5.0

He was friendly, professional, knowledgeable and a good listener and excellent communicator. He understood issue I went there for -[ ] hernia and also understood cancer treatment.

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Great physician and caring individual.

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Arndt was awesome. Spent a lot of time explaining my situation. Showed a lot of compassion. Listened patiently to all my questions… did not feel rushed during my visits

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October 17, 2023

5.0

Comes highly recommended by Dr. [ ].

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October 15, 2023

5.0

The best doctor I have ever had

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October 05, 2023

5.0

Bery professional and knowledgeable

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October 04, 2023

5.0

Great doctor seems genuine and cares about his patients

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October 03, 2023

5.0

best team

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September 26, 2023

5.0

Wonderful surgeon,very caring and treats you a a human being not just a patient. I believe the surgery he performed may have saved my life.

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September 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Arndt was professional, took the time to answer my questions, and has a wonderful rapport with patients. I would highly recommend him and his staff to anyone in need.

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September 11, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and reasonable

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September 10, 2023

5.0

Great doctor.

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September 06, 2023

5.0

Cares about his patients and you can fell his confidence. Thank you for patching up my leaky after surgery spot.

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September 06, 2023

5.0

From my initial experience all is good. Surgery is the true test.

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Disclosures

Industry Relationships

Consulting / Related Activities

Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

  • Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

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