Arif Jivan, MD, PhD

4.9

441 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Interventional Cardiology

Secondary Specialty

Cardiology

Is your insurance accepted? Select plan

Schedule Appointment

HealthBeat

A Team Approach to Lung Blood Clots

Read Mary’s story.

More HealthBeat Articles

Practice Focus Areas

Angioplasty and Stents
Atherectomy
Balloon Valvuloplasty
Cardiac Catheterization
Coronary Artery Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO)
Patent Foramen Ovale
Structural Heart Disease
Valvular Heart Disease

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 2013
Professional Education:: PhD, University of Texas Southwestern Medical School - 2009
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2015
Fellowships:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2018

McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2020

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology (Certified)
National Board of Echocardiography - Advanced Perioperative Transesophageal Echocardiography (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

View Faculty Profile

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Lake Forest Hospital

Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

At Northwestern Medicine, our patient’s feedback is important to us. While different care providers have their own unique strengths, we strive to be as transparent as possible with our quality of care.

Read Ratings FAQs

Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

441 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

59 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

59 Reviews

April 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Jivan was extremely pleasant, answered all my questions and explained everything in great detail.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

April 24, 2024

5.0

Patient and thorough. Asked pointed questions and had a clear next step course of action!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

April 17, 2024

5.0

He carrs

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

April 12, 2024

5.0

Very caring and pleasant doctor

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

April 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Jivan is responsive, a good listener, and kind.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

April 04, 2024

5.0

He has created a very personal patient relationship with me. He comes in knows my numbers, ready to discuss, listens to me and how I'm feeling. He is simply an exemplary Physician!!!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

April 03, 2024

5.0

Very bright, friendly bedside manner, I trust him completely!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

April 01, 2024

5.0

Good doctor, knowledgeable, caring and gets things done quickly.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

April 01, 2024

5.0

Listens, explains, very thorough.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

April 01, 2024

5.0

Explained things well.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

March 20, 2024

5.0

Took the time to explain all my medical concerns and how we will move forward..

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

March 13, 2024

5.0

Great communicator. I have complete confidence in him moving forward.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

March 12, 2024

5.0

He takes time to listen and then answers all of your questions

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

March 12, 2024

5.0

Answers all questions and very thorough

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 28, 2024

4.0

He's nice and very knowledgeable

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 26, 2024

5.0

Clear communications; shared his analysis and reasoning for the care plan he recommended. Asked me if I had questions and answered them them satisfactorily. Put through orders to implement the care plan.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 21, 2024

5.0

Great Dr.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 14, 2024

5.0

He is all about making sure your getting in the right track

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 12, 2024

4.0

caring and detailed

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Jivan and the rest of the team were the best throughout the procedure

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 07, 2024

5.0

Excellent Cardiologist

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 07, 2024

5.0

See above. He is terrific

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 02, 2024

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable, professional listened and provided insightful information and knowledge

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 31, 2024

5.0

Talks in language I can understand , answers any and all questions I may have , no panic or alarm in his voice during his exam

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 24, 2024

5.0

I have already recommended Dr Jivan to three new patients. I did so for all the reasons stated above. Dr Jivan is an incredible physician and a credit to the NW staff.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 17, 2024

5.0

Dr Jivan is thoughtful and thorough. I feel that he gives my heart health careful attention to detail and makes plans for potentials needs and questions to be addressed. He explains well and makes sure I don't leave with unanswered questions.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 07, 2024

5.0

He was thorough and explained everything really well

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 04, 2024

5.0

Extremely caring and understanding

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 27, 2023

5.0

He is the best cardiologist in my life.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 20, 2023

5.0

Answered my questions.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 18, 2023

5.0

He is nice and explains everything in detail. He makes you comfortable and takes care like his own family.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 17, 2023

5.0

He listens. Attentive.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 14, 2023

5.0

Very know-legible and thorough in discussing the patient's diagnosis and treatment. Humble and kind person

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 11, 2023

5.0

Excellent care. Explained my health issues thoroughly.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 08, 2023

5.0

Excellent doctor.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 30, 2023

5.0

Professional and apparently knowledgeable

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 29, 2023

5.0

Appears to be an excellent and caring Dr

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 27, 2023

5.0

Great visit. Great personality. Great knowledge and confidence.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 22, 2023

5.0

He is knowledgeable and has a wonderful bedside manner!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 20, 2023

5.0

Good dr.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 18, 2023

5.0

Friendly knows what he is doing

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 18, 2023

5.0

He spent the time to explaine eveything.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 02, 2023

5.0

He was engaging and seemed to really care about his patients in their whole being. Not just his specialty.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 01, 2023

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 27, 2023

5.0

Caring, good explanation, thorough

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 25, 2023

5.0

Is he an excellent doctor?

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 25, 2023

5.0

As above, Dr. Jivan was thorough, knowledgable -- and well prepared. Had reviewed my case before coming in and we went through in detail. Asked great questions. Never felt rushed and believe I am getting exceptional care.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 19, 2023

5.0

seems like he's a younger doctor that will be able to take care of all my needs concerning my cardiovascular health and you'll probably be there till the day I am no longer on this planet. It's nice to know I'll never have to find another doctor. And he knows what he's talking about.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 11, 2023

5.0

He is very understanding, informative, knowledgeable and I felt cared for.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 11, 2023

5.0

He had read my chart previously and was very prepared.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 04, 2023

5.0

Very Professional

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 03, 2023

5.0

He explained exactly what they were going to do and answered all my questions

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 29, 2023

5.0

Dr Jivan explained my situation to me in layman's terms and worked well with the other members of my team.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 28, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manner.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 27, 2023

5.0

Dr Jivan was excellent at reviewing my history, taking time to review meds and explaining the reason behind each Med in a detail I had not heard before. He listens well and summarizes at the end.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 27, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and helpful

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Jivan is compassionate and willing to see me before a scheduled appointment when I'm not feeling well.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Jivan ordered lab work for me and I was immediately contacted regarding those tests. My test showed that I needed to be started on cholesterol medication. Dr. Jivan contacted my pharmacy and I'm about to go and pick them up so that I'm able to start taking them tonight.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 01, 2023

5.0

He is the best. Very smart and includes pt In decision making and never condescending

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

Disclosures

Industry Relationships

Ownership or Investment Interests

Faculty member had an ownership or investment interest in the following companies

Rheoxtech, LLC

Consulting / Related Activities

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

Rheoxtech, LLC

Service on Board of Directors

Faculty member served in a fiduciary capacity, such as a board member/director, officer, or trustee, for the following companies or other entities

Rheoxtech, LLC

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.

View More Disclosures