Jah-Won Koo, MD

Jah-Won Koo, MD

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Internal Medicine

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine - 1995
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1998

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Health System Clinician, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Physician Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Koo was a fantastic physician. He listened intently to my health concerns, provided real-time feedback and provided me with options to fully evaluate my overall health.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Shows much concern at trying to unravel my health issues.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Dr koo is a great Physician. Very knowledgeable. Explains options very clearly and listens to me when i have questions or concerns. We have true partnership.

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March 28, 2022

5.0

Dr. Koo clearly cares about his patients and listens to exactly what you want/need in terms of care.

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March 28, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor

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March 22, 2022

5.0

He has been my doctor for a long time and I can get a hold of him when I need to.

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March 21, 2022

5.0

very friendly, and professional. take time listen to issues, than offer solutions

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Very thorough and cares about patient

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Hes is very nice and seems to listen.

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March 20, 2022

5.0

Very nice Doc. Really cares of my well being. I can tell.

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March 17, 2022

5.0

Amazing care. I always feel very comfortable around dr koo and am able to bring up any issues.

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March 16, 2022

5.0

Trustworthy. Confident. Goes beyond to be of service. I have recommended him several times

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March 14, 2022

5.0

He's fantastic - just a great guy, honest, empathetic... perfect for me.

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March 13, 2022

5.0

caring through service

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March 11, 2022

5.0

Excellent Care.

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March 11, 2022

5.0

Smart and thoughtful

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March 10, 2022

5.0

Dr. Koo is very caring and concerned and whether it’s an in person visit or video. I truly feel he cares about what’s going on with me.

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March 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Koo is thorough and is easy to talk to.

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March 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Koo is wonderful. He remembers me, my family and medical conditions. When he left Rush I was willing to follow him even though it meant a longer travel time.

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March 01, 2022

5.0

He is very thorough, and I can tell he genuinely cares about his patients. I am a very anxious person on medical visits, and I really appreciate his efforts to put me at ease with his humor and his kind demeanor.

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February 28, 2022

5.0

Diligent, thorough, knowledgable

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February 28, 2022

5.0

He is meticulous and detailed about every aspect of your health. Personable and caring.

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February 28, 2022

5.0

Patient and listens to all your concerns

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February 28, 2022

5.0

Listens and concerned.

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February 25, 2022

5.0

Very professional and helpful.

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February 21, 2022

5.0

Always a good listener and very helpful

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February 18, 2022

5.0

Diligent caring physician weighing all options of treatment.

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February 15, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and excellent bedside manor.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

Personable and collaborative. All around awesome.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Koo took the time to address my questions. He provided recommendations to improve my health and well being.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

Caring Dr

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February 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Woo is an excellent listener, and extremely knowledgeable and personable. I am very pleased with his quality of care.

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February 08, 2022

5.0

Just one of the best doctors I have ever had

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February 04, 2022

5.0

Does his job in a professional and friendly manner.

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February 01, 2022

5.0

I have been him for years. He is the most thorough and caring physician that I have ever had.

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January 29, 2022

5.0

Dr Koo is very able and very attentive to a patients problems, which is why my three sons in Chicago see him, as do a couple of my grandsons,I believe.And my fourth son, a Northwestern Medical educated internist in Baltimore, who has had communications with Dr Koo, has great respect for him too. He is, in my opinion, just what a good primary care doctor should be

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January 28, 2022

5.0

Fantastic physician to go to-- Dr. Koo indeed cares about the patient; he is very thorough in his practice and takes as much time necessary to address the concerns.

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January 28, 2022

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and professional. Cares about his patients.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

He’s very nice, thorough, and I felt listened to and heard.

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January 22, 2022

5.0

He is thorough

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January 21, 2022

5.0

Very friendly, knowledgeable, listens to me, explains everything

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January 20, 2022

5.0

He is a great listener and always answers my questions. I would not hesitate to recommend anyone to him. I am confident in his care.

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January 19, 2022

5.0

Doctor Koo is very profesional, knowledgeable, and kind . He listens and explains every single detail and he always responds messages. I’m so grateful for his attention .

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January 19, 2022

5.0

He’s very thorough and kind.

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January 18, 2022

5.0

Dr Koo is incredibly empathetic and understanding. Also knows the full history of my health, so always able to give the best guidance.

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January 18, 2022

5.0

Pleasant throughout service, works with patient

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January 15, 2022

5.0

I have and will continue to recommend new patients to Dr. Koo as I continue to do so.

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January 15, 2022

5.0

Listens and caring

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January 13, 2022

5.0

He's the best. Very responsive and empathetic. I like that he makes my care a conversation instead of an 'order'. I feel that I have a say in what occurs next. He's smart, has actual bedside manner and spends a lot of time listening.

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January 07, 2022

5.0

EXTREME CARING AND KNOWLEDGE

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December 26, 2021

5.0

Great bedside manners

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December 23, 2021

5.0

Dr. Koo is a great listener and oversees my complete medical care. I put my complete medical care in his hands and trust him.

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Very detailed oriented; informed me of various options, made recommendations, and asked my thoughts on issues where patient-preferences may play a role

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December 20, 2021

5.0

He is the best!

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December 19, 2021

5.0

Very Good

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December 16, 2021

5.0

Great advice and attention - followed up when he thought of another idea.

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Dr. Koo is extremely helpful, answering all questions throughly and follow ups with detail and professional medical advice.

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December 13, 2021

5.0

He is always concerned about my well-being, clear in how explains things and I always hear back from him within 24 hours

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Dr. Koo was extremely helpful with giving me advise and what to do next. He took his time and listen to what was hurting and how he could help me.

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December 04, 2021

5.0

Professional, thorough, compassionate

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December 03, 2021

5.0

Excellent demeanor

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December 03, 2021

5.0

Dr. Koo listens well and his advice is thought through when deciding course of action.

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December 02, 2021

5.0

He’s very personable and thorough.

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November 27, 2021

5.0

Dr. Koo is very thorough. He takes time to explain things and then ask my opinion. He takes a conservative approach, which I appreciate. Dr. Koo is also very kind as he provides care.

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November 25, 2021

5.0

Best doctor ive ever had

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November 24, 2021

5.0

Friendly, caring, pays attention to details

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November 22, 2021

5.0

Dr. Koo is very knowledgeable and attentive. Always a pleasure to interact with him for appointments.

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November 22, 2021

5.0

Dr. Koo is the best.

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November 20, 2021

5.0

He is a gracious, concerned about you physically and mentally. I have been with him for more than 15 years. I trust him and know that I am a priority when we meet.

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November 19, 2021

5.0

Dr Koo is great at explaining everything to me and keeping me informed

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November 16, 2021

5.0

Total confidence in his advice.

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November 16, 2021

5.0

So friendly and knowledgeable

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November 15, 2021

4.0

He is very professional and skilled in his field.

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November 15, 2021

5.0

Dr koo is very good @ listening, answering questions

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November 13, 2021

5.0

Caring and attentive physician! Outstanding attention to detail.

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November 11, 2021

5.0

Attentive, good discussions and recommendations. Very Pleasant and most knowledgeable.

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November 11, 2021

5.0

The care and concern in my health status is given with great care and respect. His professionalism and doctor/patient status is highly appreciated and of a great impression.

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November 09, 2021

5.0

Professional, health advisor, impressed with his reviewing my file prior to my appointment, exceptional knowledge base, and he does not mince words. He is direct about what needs to happen with the greatest interest in my health in mind.

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November 06, 2021

4.0

He is caring

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November 05, 2021

5.0

Very kind, compassionate and responsive care. Very motivated to answer all questions and concerns I had

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November 02, 2021

5.0

Dr Koo, his nurses and students consistently provide thoughtful and thorough care.

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October 28, 2021

5.0

Compared to other doctors that I’ve seen, Dr. Koo is very nice and thorough and genuinely seems to care about your Health and issues.

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October 28, 2021

5.0

Dr. Koo is awesome! Personable yet professional, remembers small details, talks through information and asks me questions about my health that go deeper than the numbers. I appreciate his follow-up and his communication through the NM app when necessary too!

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October 26, 2021

5.0

All the talented personnel Northwestern continue to come with peaceof mind

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October 26, 2021

5.0

He remembers me, listens to my concerns and is truly interested in addressing my health issues.

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October 25, 2021

5.0

He’s so nice and caring. He takes time to listen.

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October 21, 2021

5.0

Dr. Koo is knowledgeable, sensitive, informative and I’m always confident in receiving expert medical care with him. The Staff is great, too. Dr. Koo is a excellent doctor! He’s very understanding and listens to my concerns. He takes time with me to understand my health issues! He always gives me advise and how to support my health issues/concerns. I was pre-diabetic for awhile. Dr. Koo gave me some suggestions on ways to help me and I took his advise and now I’m not pre-diabetic anymore. I appreciate his time and support to discuss my heath and what I can do to make it better.

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October 19, 2021

5.0

Very thorough, listens to my issues…excellent dr

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October 19, 2021

5.0

Dr Koo is great. He explains everything clearly and asks me what i want and think. I really feel like we have a partnership.

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October 16, 2021

5.0

Fron the moment Dr. Koo took me as a patient (from my long time Dr. Jeffrey Kopin) I never ever make any decision about my health without contacting and discussing with Dr. Koo, Not only has he taken excellent care of me…but my Son, my Godson, a number of my friends I have sent to him…..Dr. Koo is the one Doctor I interact with whenever or whatever ailment or pains I have, I contact him first. As my Son and I often talk about him and the Excellent Doctor and Person he is..

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October 14, 2021

5.0

Dr. Koo really cares about his patients and he provides good feedback on my health. Never feel rushed.

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October 14, 2021

5.0

Excellent, thorough, and kind. Spoke to me like a friend or colleague and addressed all of my questions. Explained his rationale and gave me options where advisable. Great!

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October 12, 2021

5.0

Very compassionate and active listener. Made sure I felt that my needs were being addressed.

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October 12, 2021

5.0

Thorough, considerate, personable Takes patient’s feelings , desires snd concerns under consideration.

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October 11, 2021

5.0

Compassionate, good communicator, thorough

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October 11, 2021

5.0

I have been totally satisfied by the treatment Dr Koo had provided me over the years. I feel confident I am in good hands

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October 08, 2021

5.0

His medical knowledge, his ability to relate. He generally cares about his patients. He is the ONLY physician I truly trust.

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October 06, 2021

5.0

Pleased with his attention to detail and networking with specialty providers.

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October 05, 2021

5.0

Great doctor and appreciate his expertise and willingness to discuss with me in detail

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October 05, 2021

5.0

He was warm, patient, and extremely knowledgeable. He guides me through the whole process and I didn’t feel like I was being judged or criticized. He understands the impact different diseases have on African Americans. That was very reassuring.

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Jah-Won Koo, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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