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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Advanced Cardiac Imaging
Atrial Fibrillation/Flutter
Coronary Artery Disease
Echocardiography
General Cardiology
Lipid Disorders (Cholesterol and Triglycerides)
Preventive Cardiology
Valvular Heart Disease
Women's Cardiovascular Health

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Medical University of the Americas - 2014
Residency:: Advocate Health Care (Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center) - 2017
Fellowships:: Advocate Health Care (Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center) - 2020

Languages Spoken

Persian

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
National Board of Echocardiography - Basic Perioperative Transesophageal Echocardiography (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

172 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

66 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

66 Reviews

February 24, 2026

5.0

Everything was great.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

She came up with a diagnosis for symptoms I'd been experiencing for over 19 years within the first few minutes of my first visit

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Excellent and friendly doctor

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Thorough and informative

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Very friendly and shows concern for my health

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February 08, 2026

5.0

She is a caring and amazing doctor!

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February 06, 2026

5.0

For being a Professional and diligently.working for me and my health

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February 03, 2026

5.0

She's very kind and considerate

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Dr. Shahrrava provided a very patient, detailed, and professional first exam.

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Very attentive and cared about resolution of the issue.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

She was honest and straightforward and yet sympathetic.

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January 24, 2026

5.0

This doctor is one of the main reasons my comment as to why I gave Northwestern the 10 on the first question is because of the care this doctor has shown me.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

She helped us. Tremendously. God Bless You Dr. Shahrrava

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January 14, 2026

5.0

I have been with Dr. Shahrrava for a few years now, she is the best of the best in my book. She has great listening skills, I consider that a very good asset in her job.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Dr was excellent with support during hearing disappointment.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

I like the Cardiologist as she explained my situation with care and patience.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Dr. Shahrrava Was wonderful. She was friendly and wonderfully patient listening to my concerns. Only after listening did she discuss a plan going forward. I was very pleased with the visit.

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Great she gives you all the details before you even ask

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December 23, 2025

5.0

She is always on time and well prepared. Very approachable and knows her stuff

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Very thorough, kind and got to know my thoughts on care

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December 18, 2025

5.0

She is very educated on my issues. She takes her time

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Doctor explained my condition and addressed my concerns very well.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Shahrrava is very thorough! She is very pleasant, answers my questions, makes sure that I understand. She is so very caring! What a wonderful doctor!

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December 09, 2025

5.0

She was very detailed in reviewing past test results before recommending additional test to resolve any issues. In addition she explained what/why additional test might be required.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Very concerned for my health made me feel confident in my care

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November 25, 2025

5.0

See above. Dr Shahrrava stays current and works to create treatment regimens that make sense. Clearly explains recommendations and is proactive.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

She was knowledgeable and explained everything to me in a way that was easy for me to understand.

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November 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Shahrrava is incredibly evidence based in her approach to care. She listened to my concerns and engaged in shared decision-making as we formed a plan of action to address my high blood pressure. She was personable, efficient and thorough.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

The doctor was very knowledgeable & explained my problem.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Had a very good experience to day from receptionist to nurse to Doctor.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

For the good attention of the staff

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October 06, 2025

5.0

She listen to my concerns

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October 06, 2025

5.0

The best

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October 05, 2025

5.0

I was referred to Dr Shahrrava by one of the surgical team. I was not happy with my previous cardiologist who was no longer at NM. I am VERY happy with Dr Shahrrava.

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October 04, 2025

5.0

First visit and she explained everything to me so I can get a good understanding

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant, asked questions, and appeared concerned about my care.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Very caring! Explained everything! Wonderful for a first visit!!

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September 19, 2025

5.0

During a hospital stay she discovered an issue with my heart and saved my life!!

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September 06, 2025

5.0

She took time to explain an answer questions

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August 19, 2025

5.0

My doctor was thorough, asked questions and listened to my symptoms.

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August 19, 2025

5.0

Very smart, kind, and compassionate.

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August 02, 2025

5.0

Very good so caring

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July 30, 2025

5.0

Engaging and patient doctor.

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July 23, 2025

5.0

She is an amazing Dr. She takes the time to explain and answers my questions so I can understand. She really cares for her patients and shows it.

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July 21, 2025

5.0

She was in no hurry to get through the appointment and carefully explained things. Very good Dr.

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July 21, 2025

5.0

She was super

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July 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Shahrrava has always been very thorough with my exams. I greatly appreciate how receptive she is to my questions. I have never felt as though I am being rushed through my appointment. I am grateful to have such a wonderful cardiologist taking care of me.

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July 18, 2025

5.0

she honesty

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July 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Shahrrava was very knowledgeable and took the time to listen to all my concerns. She made me feel comfortable and helped make a plan to address my needs.

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July 11, 2025

5.0

She is great

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July 08, 2025

5.0

Professional and personable.

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July 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Shahrrava had wonderful bedside manner. She did a wonderful job explaining my diagnosis and provided clear next steps for treatment.

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June 30, 2025

5.0

She is consistent, compassionate and very well prepared. Remembers details about my family. Very approachable and thorough.

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June 26, 2025

5.0

Very comfortable talking with her about my heart health. Very down to earth, explained tests

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June 07, 2025

5.0

Second opinion

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June 07, 2025

5.0

Great service

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June 06, 2025

5.0

Explained everything well

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June 05, 2025

5.0

Listen to me. Answer my questions. Easy to talked to

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May 20, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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May 18, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk to. Shared her thought process. Thorough. Engaging

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May 17, 2025

5.0

She answered my questions, filled me in on everything. Gave me the time I needed.

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May 16, 2025

5.0

She is very engaging, well prepared for your appointment, approachable and encouraging. Quite knowledgeable and detail-oriented.

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May 15, 2025

5.0

Very professional and caring, she was very knowledgeable.

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May 13, 2025

5.0

She was very informative & answered all my questions. I did not feel rushed.

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May 04, 2025

5.0

The doctor was very kind and patient

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May 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Shahrrava Is the most knowledgeable cardiologist I've ever had. Her patient care is second to none, she takes her time and always answers all my question's. Thank you for having Doctor Shahrrava on your team, she is major an asset to the NM cardiology department.

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Disclosures

Anahita Shahrrava, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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