
Maha H. Hussain, MD

Primary Specialty
Hematology and Medical Oncology
Insurance
This medical professional accepts the insurance providers listed below. For specific plans, see the full plan list. To be sure this medical professional is covered by your insurance plan, please contact your insurance carrier.
Commercial Plans
- Aetna
- Beechstreet (PHCS)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Coventry Health Care - First Health HMO, PPO and POS
- Global Excel - PPO
- Health Alliance PPO and HMO
- HFN
- Humana
- Imagine Health
- MultiPlan/PHCS
- The Alliance
- United Behavioral Health - Optum
- United Healthcare
Governmental Advantage Plans
- Medicare Advantage Plans
- Medicare/Medicaid Alignment Initiative Agreements (MMAI)
- Medicaid Managed Care Programs/Health Choice Illinois
Exchange Plans
- Blue Choice Preferred PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Precision
- Cigna Plus With Northwestern Medicine
Practice Focus Areas
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, University of Baghdad College of Medicine - 1980
- Residency:
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Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University - 1986
- Fellowships:
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Wayne State University School of Medicine - 1989
Languages Spoken
- Arabic
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
- American Board of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
January 27, 2022
5.0 star star star star starThe doctor is highly experienced in her specialty of oncology, and she explains what she recommends and why she recommends it very well. She answers all the questions that one may have. It appears that she is very much data driven, which I appreciate.
December 13, 2021
5.0 star star star star starDr. Hussain is an expert in prostate cancer research. It is this level of expertise that attracted me to NM more than a decade ago. On my most recent clinical visit Dr. Hussain exhibited an interest and regard for me as a patient that gives me confidence I will continue to receive the personal and technical care I have been fortunate to experience at NM.
November 09, 2021
5.0 star star star star starI am a new patient to Dr Hussain. She was intimately knowledgeable about my condition and previous care and was very proactive to explain the choices i had for my future treatment. I feel very comfortable that I am getting extremely good care and attention.
October 11, 2021
2.0 star star star_border star_border star_borderDr. Hussain is obviously very knowledable in regards to prostate cancer but lacks the empathy that I am seeking. I prefer someone who listens and tries to understand my circumstances. My diet was critisized and yet my bloodwork is excellent and my weight ideal. Adding more protein via chicken and cheese was insulting to my way of life! Instead of encouraging my healthy lifestyle, I was given bad information.
July 19, 2021
5.0 star star star star starAgain, excellent communications. We are starting on a complicated treatment plan that will take our concerns and wishes into consideration. She brings a great deal of experience into developing the best plan for us.
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
- ASCO Malysian Oncology Society
- Astellas Pharma, Inc.
- AstraZeneca
- Israeli Oncology Society
- Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- Medscape (from WebMD, LLC)
- Merck & Co., Inc.
- MLI Peer View
- Novartis
- Pfizer, Inc.
- Precisca
- ReachMD (XM Radio)
- Research To Practice (RTP)
- Tempus Health, Inc.
External Professional Relationships
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