Terrence J. Bugno, MD

Terrence J. Bugno, MD

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Primary Specialty

Radiation Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1982
Internship:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1983
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1986

Bio

Dr. Bugno’s life’s work is grounded in his Midwestern roots in the greater Chicagoland area. With his patient-centered focus, he works to guide his patients’ care and integrate radiation therapy techniques into the care plan as needed. Effective, clear and nuanced communication remains his cornerstone. Dr. Bugno is passionate about demystifying cancer and about building relationships with patients and their care teams. He believes shared and informed decision making is essential. Dr. Bugno enjoys being with family and friends, quiet time away, music and the arts, and all things ‘science and spirit’ while being a student of life.
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Board Certifications

  • American Board of Radiology - Therapeutic Radiology (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
Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center
Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals
Proton Center

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Great Doctor! He explains everything in detail so I understand. I have been Blessed to have Dr. Bugno on my side.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable and informative. Truly cares for the patient

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February 14, 2026

5.0

He deserves it

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Bugno is outstanding. He explains the procedures in great detail. When you leave his office you feel very confident about the procedures and the treatment you'll receive. I give him my highest recommendation!

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Always explains everything

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February 07, 2026

5.0

He is very informative on everything

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January 23, 2026

5.0

He is EXCELLENT!

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January 16, 2026

5.0

He went everything very helpful

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December 25, 2025

5.0

Informative professional

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December 21, 2025

5.0

He took a lot of time to explain everything to me and asked if I had any questions. I didn't feel rushed and understood more about my radiation and condition when we were through talking.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Dr Bugno explained the cancer and the radiation therapy in detail. He is very personable, knowledgeable understanding. I felt much more confident and less anxious about the procedure.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr Bugno was extremely informative, caring, patient, curious and eager to pursue various lines of thought regarding treatment options. He put us at ease, had a warm conversational style and a welcome sense of humor. I would recommend Dr Bugno and the whole staff in a heartbeat to someone looking for prostate cancer care.

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November 23, 2025

5.0

Very thoughtful

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Know's what he is talking about. Very knowledgeable and helpful person. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Very thorough, very caring and there for us. He answered our questions & asked us many.

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October 22, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and kind. Very reassuring personality.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Most informative

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Very professional and easy to talk to.

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October 02, 2025

5.0

He knew my medical history, asked me questions and listened to me. He gave his recommendations but also explained them.

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September 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bugno is the top dog ..he explains and answers your concerns

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September 19, 2025

5.0

Expert whom also takes the time to have the patient understand both the background as well as details and why on the care plan. An obviously caring and most astute doctor whom listens understands explains all aspects in detail. Brilliant

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September 17, 2025

5.0

Great Doctor, explains everything and answers all my questions in detail

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September 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bugno was genuinely concerned about my care and answered all my questions.

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September 10, 2025

5.0

The very best Dr. explains everything that will be going on with radiation. Very patient and knowledgeable.

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September 10, 2025

5.0

He spent a lot of time with us, explaining my husband's cancer to us. He was the first doctor that did that for us. Dr.Bugno was wonderful, no wonder he was recommended so highly.

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September 06, 2025

5.0

Very kind and love how they take their time to explain the situation

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September 05, 2025

5.0

He spent the time with myself, my daughter and son and explained different treatments and different scenarios. You couldn't have a better doctor there.

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August 31, 2025

5.0

Most informative Dr.

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August 23, 2025

5.0

Very intelligent & Cancer-Knowledgeable. Personable & confident of his practice.

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August 22, 2025

5.0

I have been to 2 office visits and will be scheduling radiation treatments but so far I feel very comfortable with what dr has recommended. He seems to be very thorough and takes time to explain all possibilities for treatment.

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August 22, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and thorough

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August 17, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgeable and explains his recommendations carefully including risks and benefits. He readily discusses any questions I have. He also makes it clear that our treatment course is a mutual decision. I cannot think of anything he could do to improve his care. I am fortunate to have his help.

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August 13, 2025

5.0

The most intelligent professional who takes the time to research and explain the medical and biological process.

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August 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bugno took his time explaining everything I needed to know about my type of cancer and made me feel very comfortable and confident in his care.

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August 01, 2025

5.0

Excellent Dr. , explains everything step of my health journey.

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July 29, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable, very pleasent, patient focused, makes the patient understand, to the extent possible, the medical issue they are facing and comfortable with the recommended treatment plan.

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July 29, 2025

5.0

Takes his time explaining everything Talks so you understand

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July 29, 2025

5.0

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July 22, 2025

5.0

Dr Bugno was most informative, was interested in my history and I wish his practice treated more than radiology.

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July 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bugno is a wonderful doctor. He explains things so the patient understands and goes the "extra mile" to help his patients

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July 03, 2025

5.0

His is super

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June 23, 2025

5.0

Amazing dr.....friendly explain in detail takes time to talk to you

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June 17, 2025

5.0

Spend a tremendous amount of time with me and explained everything thoroughly

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May 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bugno was very knowledgeable and explained everything very clearly you can tell. He's very compassionate about giving people. Good care and advice.

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May 24, 2025

5.0

Explained everything and was very thorough thank you Dr

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May 18, 2025

5.0

Probably one of the most genuine doctor I've had. Professional and explains everything.

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May 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bugno took the time to explain several options for care of the patient's condition and expressed his feeling of what would be the best path of treatment at the current time. He is a very kind physician who cares about his patients.

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May 08, 2025

5.0

Caring dr . Explains everything in layman terms Truly wants to help his patients Very knowledgeable

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May 07, 2025

5.0

Very compassionate.

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