Christopher M. George, MD

Christopher M. George, MD

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Primary Specialty

Hematology and Medical Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Wake Forest University School of Medicine - 1996
Residency:
University of Colorado - 1999
Fellowships:
University of Chicago - 2002

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Hematology (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology (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
Kishwaukee Hospital
Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals
Palos Hospital
Valley West Hospital

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Professional

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April 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. George is thorough, a problem solver, patient & encouraging!

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April 15, 2024

5.0

THE BEST ever. He's done so much to help us through this journey

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April 10, 2024

5.0

He listens well.

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April 01, 2024

5.0

A very gracious, caring and comforting man. He listens and provides information you are seeking

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March 23, 2024

5.0

They are great!

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March 11, 2024

5.0

He is thorough, understanding, and really listens to my concerns and questions. He is first rate!

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March 05, 2024

5.0

I think he's intelligent and interested in what we discussed . He's very professional in dealing with what he might consider some of my questions as absurd .

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Good bed side manner

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March 04, 2024

5.0

He is very calm and talks to me

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March 02, 2024

5.0

Dr George was very easy to talk to. He made me very comfortable and answered all of my questions with answers I understood.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Considerate, listens to concerns. Explains treatments and plans.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

He just makes me feel like i'm in great hands

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February 16, 2024

5.0

Straight Taller Who cares

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Very professional

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Confident; has the information; concerned about me and my case; takes time to listen and explain things.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. George always addresses my concerns and answers all my questions.

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February 10, 2024

5.0

Takes his time with you & makes sure you understand what he is telling you.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Quality care plan development. Clear communication with the patient and great listening skills

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. George is an excellent oncologist as well as a very down to earth, caring practioner.

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February 03, 2024

5.0

True interest in my health.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Same as above Very professional

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January 22, 2024

5.0

He is wonderful! He truly cares!!!!

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January 19, 2024

5.0

He is always prompt and explains everything.

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Dr George is a very caring person. He explains everything very thoroughly.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

He is an amazing, highly qualified, doctor and a kind and wonderful caring person.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

His professionalism and pleasant personality

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December 23, 2023

5.0

Spends time necessary to answer any and all questions. Thorough explanation of treatments and expected or possible outcomes.

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December 22, 2023

5.0

Listens,and explains things so a patient can understand what will be going on and why.

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December 22, 2023

5.0

Listens patience sincere interest in your situation honest feedback truly interested in patient quality of life

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December 22, 2023

5.0

He is optimistic, kind and thorough in his explanations. He listens and answers.

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December 08, 2023

5.0

Love Dr George. He is so kind, so smart and I feel so safe in his care.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Very professional, friendly and caring doctor with a great backup staff...

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Very personable, and discusses questions in a very "polite" manner regardless of how "silly" I feel asking.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Incredibly kind, patient and helpful.

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November 21, 2023

5.0

He's good

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Very personable and professional.

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Been with him for almost 17 years. He is a wonderful doctor, he listens to your needs.

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Excellent Dr. who makes time for his patients, explains your situation, asks questions and never gives you " the bum's rush" .

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Straightforward, open, available, approachable, caring, professional, and able to connect with someone not familiar with having cancer. I like Dr George.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Dr George had been great since the start. He listens and wants to help where he can.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. George is a wonderful oncologist. He answers the questions that I have and has made someone positive decisions with me.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

I have confidence that he is the best .

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November 13, 2023

5.0

He such a nice Doctor always listen to what you have to say.

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November 05, 2023

5.0

Dr George has always remained positive and supportive in the direction of my care. I'm so grateful to have Dr George as my oncologist for his knowledge, experience and kindness as a Dr.

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November 04, 2023

5.0

He's the best!

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November 01, 2023

5.0

patient caring and tries help out as much as he can

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Extremely gracious and informative. He was very helpful in answering two issues I asked about.

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October 28, 2023

5.0

Dr George is the best. I put my life in his hands. Hes doing great job on keeping me healthy. Great guy!!

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October 20, 2023

5.0

Dr George takes time to thoroughly go over everything with me.

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October 20, 2023

5.0

He is ALWAYS on time if not early. He is always apologetic if one a monkey late. Unheard of today. He is personal and compassionate. I am thankful we found him.

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October 16, 2023

5.0

Dr George is always on time or early for our appointments. His easy going mature combined with his knowledge always educating me during each visit. Amd most importantly Dr George has a plan for my treatments. And also had a plan B at the reading of the current treatment stops doing it's job. That's all I can ask for in my physician.

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October 16, 2023

5.0

Great doctor, professional, smart and informative. I do believe he has given me the best care possible.

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October 15, 2023

5.0

When Life Offers You A Choice * Why Not ChooseThe BEST * Dr. George Has Walked With Me Every Step Of The Way In My Cancer Journey. Dr. George Is A True Testament Of Dedication To His Profession. The World NEEDS More Dr's Like Him !

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October 13, 2023

5.0

Simply the very best!!

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October 07, 2023

5.0

Compassionate & knowledgeable. Able to explain issues.

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October 03, 2023

5.0

So knowledgeable and friendly

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September 29, 2023

5.0

He is to the point and I feel he listens.

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September 25, 2023

5.0

He is knowledgeable and always available to explain alternatives.

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September 12, 2023

5.0

He is very through and will tell you if he does not know the answer.

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September 08, 2023

5.0

He is right to the point and addresses all my concerns.

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September 08, 2023

5.0

Keeps me well informed about my treatment and what is available for me to try to improve my health.

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Disclosures

Christopher M. George, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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.

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