Maha H. Hussain, MD

Maha H. Hussain, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Hematology and Medical Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Baghdad College of Medicine - 1980
Residency:
Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University - 1986
Fellowships:
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 Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

476 Ratings

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Knowledgable. Listens. Compassionate.

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August 25, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor. Data driven. No punches pulled.

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August 25, 2022

5.0

She has helped me understand my treatment plan. She talks with me and not to me.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

The best doctor

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August 20, 2022

5.0

excellent knowledge, took time to answer all questions

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hussain and nurse Brenda are two professional, extremely knowledgeable and caring and trustworthy professionals.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

She’s the doctor you want taking care of you when you are facing advanced prostate cancer.

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Everyone acted like a professional when I was there

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Her thoroughness, professionalism and concern

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August 04, 2022

5.0

I have handed Dr Hussain’s buisness cards out to other UrologicalCarcinoma patients , and told them howthorough she is in assessing problems +modifying treatments . She does on thespot physical exams , including once examining my perineum to ensure that itWas safe to resume BCG. Tx in bladder .She assessed it wasn’t safe , and postponed tests .

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August 04, 2022

5.0

She is very pleasant and knowledgeable about oncology. Also she takes time to make sure you understand the nature of one’s health condition and gives you a prompt response.

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August 03, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and helpful.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

Don’t see her very often

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July 14, 2022

5.0

Throughout my experience Dr Hussain has been excellent and always make me feel calm.

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July 11, 2022

5.0

She is the team leader and she has the teams respect and they have the benefit of her knowledge and experience.

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July 09, 2022

5.0

Experienced and knowledgeable

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July 08, 2022

5.0

One of the best

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July 07, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable about all options

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July 06, 2022

5.0

Good service

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July 02, 2022

5.0

Very thorough

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Excellent

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June 30, 2022

5.0

She is a good doctor and I can trust her

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June 26, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hussain addresses treatment issues quickly and responsibly.

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June 23, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly, conservative approach to treatments

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June 21, 2022

5.0

She seems very capable and knowledgeable

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June 20, 2022

5.0

She comes highly recommend it and I see why has complete confidence in what I’m going through and that she can help.

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June 20, 2022

5.0

She gives me great assurance that my prognosis is being handled correctly. Exudes competence

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June 16, 2022

5.0

She was very good .listen to what I had been through so far since November and she wanted to start from square one to get a handle on my care.

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June 13, 2022

5.0

How does one say thank you to someone like Dr. Hussain for dedicating her life and considerable skill to helping patients like me? I could try, but I fear I would run out of words before I could say it comprehensively. So just let me say with all sincerity, 'Thank you.'

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June 11, 2022

4.0

I have only met Dr. Hussain a few times so I dont have much history to say more, but my appointments have been good.

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June 11, 2022

5.0

She also explained everything to me very clearly

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June 07, 2022

4.0

She listens, checks, and is very professional.

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June 04, 2022

5.0

Very open and she listens, and appears to really care

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May 31, 2022

5.0

A renowned expert in the field, Dr. Hussein is attentive and caring.

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May 30, 2022

5.0

Same: the best and the brightest

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May 19, 2022

5.0

Again knowledgeable professional and patient

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May 19, 2022

5.0

She is an expert in her field. Very patient friendly.

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Dr Hussain is very easy to speak with and gives me confidence. Her credentials speak for themselves. Best in her field.

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May 17, 2022

5.0

She shares all of my options.

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May 13, 2022

5.0

for her professionalism, personal caring attitudes, research-based practice

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May 07, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and 'no nonsense'; explains situations and conditions well.

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April 25, 2022

5.0

She's Great

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April 21, 2022

5.0

She cares about the person she is treating

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April 19, 2022

5.0

Dr Hussain cares about her patients!

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April 18, 2022

5.0

Extremely caring, explains everything well

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April 12, 2022

5.0

Informative, repaired, smart, through

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April 08, 2022

5.0

She is knowledgeable, good communicator, and good at answering questions.

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April 05, 2022

5.0

Always attentive, knowledgeable, prepared, and helpful

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April 04, 2022

5.0

Her knowledge

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April 04, 2022

5.0

Very careful to make sure I understand my issues and helps me feel at ease and well taken care of

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March 31, 2022

5.0

Ahe is the best

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March 31, 2022

5.0

She cares about the patient.

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March 31, 2022

5.0

Son muy profesionales

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March 26, 2022

5.0

Very kind explains everything includes me in my care

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March 25, 2022

5.0

Best in field.

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March 24, 2022

5.0

Excellent physician

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March 24, 2022

5.0

Personality! Very precise in cate!

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March 22, 2022

5.0

Direct, candid , really knows her stuff.

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March 21, 2022

5.0

She is a great doctor and knows how to help me

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March 17, 2022

5.0

She has kept my Stage 4 cancer in remission for past 7 years. She has great knowledge and compassion.

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March 15, 2022

5.0

She is very thorough , understands the fears and anxieties of cancer patients .Tells you exactly what the course of treatment is .

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March 14, 2022

5.0

She cares about me as a person, not just a patient

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March 11, 2022

5.0

Her personality and bedside manner.

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Professional and knowledgeable

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Very clear with plan of action.

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February 28, 2022

5.0

A very personable and caring individual; very busy but does give the sense of being rushed. Excellent staff and residents (e.g. Dr. Sara Fenton).

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February 22, 2022

5.0

She is wonderful. She really cares about my well-being.

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February 22, 2022

5.0

She provides state-of-the-art clinical treatment and professional, collaborative, patient care. She is among the most warm and caring doctors you would want to treat you

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February 15, 2022

5.0

Competent and makes sure I am involved in decision making.

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February 07, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor

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February 07, 2022

5.0

Straight forward information

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February 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hussain and her team -- particularly Brenda -- are excellent communicators, always giving me their undivided attention in email exchanges and visits.

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February 05, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable, professional, and caring!!

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February 04, 2022

5.0

I really like the fact sh is on top of the latest research data and treatment options

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February 04, 2022

5.0

She seems to be very competent and thorough.

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February 03, 2022

5.0

Clearly explained everything.

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January 31, 2022

5.0

Competency

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January 31, 2022

5.0

very knowledgeable and very interested in my health and well-being

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January 27, 2022

5.0

The 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.

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January 25, 2022

5.0

Very professional, took the time to answer and explain all questions, very helpful

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January 24, 2022

5.0

She is Very knowledge, thorough, innovative and has great compassion.

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January 22, 2022

5.0

her care and concern

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January 22, 2022

5.0

she has shown great compassion to her patients

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January 20, 2022

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable about her field.

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January 18, 2022

5.0

Excellent care

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January 14, 2022

5.0

She cares and she has a lot of knowledge

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January 13, 2022

5.0

Dr Husain is a phenomenal doctor and really cares about her patients

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January 13, 2022

5.0

Knowledge and expertise

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January 06, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hussain and her staff are always accessible for questions. They also take time to answer the questions and are responsive in a timely manner.

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January 06, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and competent

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January 01, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hussain is careful and highly experienced. she also came with a high recommendation from Dr. Leo Gordon.

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January 01, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, listens well and understands your concerns

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December 30, 2021

5.0

She is very thorough and takes a keen interest in other people.

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December 27, 2021

5.0

She has a great bedside manner. Communicates clearly.

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December 24, 2021

5.0

Very pleasant , encouraging + informative .Directs me to other resources .

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December 23, 2021

5.0

Professional. State of art cancer care

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December 23, 2021

5.0

very focused on outcomes

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December 16, 2021

5.0

She is a brilliant doctor and is up to date on all new drugs, treatment and research

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December 15, 2021

5.0

Straight forward. Easy to talk to.

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Dr. 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.

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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.

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