Sunandana Chandra, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Hematology and Medical Oncology

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Practice Focus Areas

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine - 2008
Residency:: Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center - 2011
Fellowships:: NYU Grossman School of Medicine - 2014

Languages Spoken

Bengali

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology - Medical Oncology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate 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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

881 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

67 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

67 Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

Caring and knowledgeable.

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February 22, 2026

5.0

She is warm, compassionate, and takes the time needed to answer all my questions. Amazing doctor!

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr is knowledgeable and professional.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Professional knowledgeable and caring

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February 08, 2026

5.0

On top of the latest treatments available for melanoma cancer. Great communication skills.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

She is empathetic and caring. She is very knowledgeable in her field and works hard to ensure her patients receive a very high level of care.

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January 31, 2026

5.0

She is personable, talks in layman terms, and very caring.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

She is the best in Melanoma cancer treatments

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January 22, 2026

5.0

On top of the best care available for treating cancer.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and caring. She made me feel at ease even with a stage 4 cancer diagnosis.

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January 18, 2026

5.0

Dr Chandra's professionalism, knowledge and compassion

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January 10, 2026

5.0

She's the best!

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January 03, 2026

5.0

Dr Chandra is an expert in her field...She spent much time describing the diagnosis and treatment . She was so very acommodating and willing to be consult to a physicn she referred us to at LFH Cancer Care Facility.

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December 14, 2025

5.0

Always, pleasant. Takes the time to explain any test results, and answer any questions, and involves you in future plans and decisions

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December 13, 2025

5.0

She saved my life

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Professional, caring. Top of the game.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Kind, personable. knowledgeable, focused (completely on you) , leaves no stone unturned. Her "teaching" you the process, is priceless. Thanks Doctor, it means the world, to all of us!

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Very personable

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November 30, 2025

5.0

She is outstanding. Very welcoming and thoughtful and explains everything really well. Always smiling is a real plus.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Dr Chandra is wonderful, she is so kind, caring and does an amazing job at working with her patients to get them through this whole experience.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

She gives trustworthy advice and has a warm personality.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

She knows her stuff!

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Chanda is an excellent physician.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

Very friendly, knowledgeable and professional with emphasis on my health conditions.

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October 29, 2025

5.0

She is a very caring doctor and always takes time for me.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and nice as a person and a physician.

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October 18, 2025

5.0

She is very detailed Explaining situation during my visit

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Compassion, knowledge and uplifting care

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October 11, 2025

5.0

Took time to ask questions, examine me and discuss various issues

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Very professional, personable, and very caring

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Again seems good Knows her stuff Spends time

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October 07, 2025

5.0

We are fortunate to have access to such fine and professional health care.

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October 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Chandra is a great doctor. She listens and thoughtfully explains healthcare options.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable caring pleasant

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September 24, 2025

5.0

She is bright, caring & proactive. Great insights & options even before the questions are asked.

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September 24, 2025

5.0

I would give her 100 but the scale doesn't go that high. She is so caring and concerned about me personally

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor Explained situation im at.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Excellent care!

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September 13, 2025

5.0

Took time to answer any questions

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September 03, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and compassionate.

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August 30, 2025

5.0

She is the best. I feel confedent in her care decisions.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Superb physician. She is a big reason that I am alive today and doing so well.

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August 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Chandra is a total professional and world class doctor. Could not imagine having a better medical resource.

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August 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. Chandra was:is wonderful_ kind, patient, thorough, caring, and all around THE BEST. I am so fortunate to be under her care.

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July 30, 2025

5.0

Ten isn't high enough. Most thorough and caring doctor I've had and for what she treats day to day has a great sense of humor.

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July 29, 2025

4.0

Dr. Chandra took ample time to explain her concerns regarding my health, next steps in treatment & gave me adequate time to respond to information & ask questions & express my feelings & concerns.

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July 27, 2025

5.0

Dr Chandra is extremely competent and take her time to explain everything clearly.

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July 24, 2025

5.0

I cannot say enough positive things about Dr. Chandra. She is one of the best doctors I've ever had. She is thorough, she is kind, she listens, she makes you feel good, and she provides all necessary explanations. I am extremely lucky to have Dr. Chandra as my oncologist!

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July 22, 2025

5.0

Dr Chandra has been amazing! She is kind, easy to talk to and very thorough and knowledgeable!

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July 22, 2025

5.0

Extremely personable, and most importantly knowledgeable

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July 08, 2025

5.0

SHE IS THOUGHTFUL AND CARING AND NEVER RUSHES PLUS BRILLIANT !!!!!!!

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July 08, 2025

5.0

Caring and knowledgeable medical professional

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July 08, 2025

5.0

She is an outstanding oncologist and a pleasure to be with

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July 02, 2025

5.0

Is straightforward and explains things so you can understand him and has the patience and gives us the time to listen to you. On top of that for a doctor in such a complicated field has a great personality and makes you feel confident.

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July 01, 2025

5.0

She listens, answers questions, and genuinely cares.

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June 28, 2025

5.0

Professional pleasant

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June 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Chandra is very thorough, honest, and so knowledgeable. I have the feeling that she is doing everything in her power to have me live a normal life, while treating my cancer.

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June 24, 2025

5.0

Very professional.

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June 22, 2025

5.0

Pleasant persona and explains well.

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June 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Chandra is friendly, upbeat, and very knowledgeable.

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June 14, 2025

5.0

She explains all test results in a professional manner yet in a language that not only another professional is able to comprehend but a lay person as well

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June 12, 2025

5.0

excellent doc

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May 27, 2025

5.0

Nicest doctor every and very informative and knowledgable of everything i needed to know about my care

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May 24, 2025

5.0

Likable

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May 20, 2025

5.0

Also very personable,caring& attentive! Smart ,comfortable during your treatment period!

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May 20, 2025

5.0

She was very informative and great bed side manner listen to what I had to say

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May 07, 2025

5.0

Very awesome.

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Faculty member and/or their immediate family have engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

Alkermes, PLC
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
Celltrion, Inc.
Merck & Co., Inc.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Sanofi-aventis U.S., LLC
Replimune Group Inc.

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Mark is now considered cancer-free.

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