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Mary F. Mulcahy, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Hematology and Medical Oncology

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Anal Cancer
Bile Duct Cancer
Carcinoma of Unknown Primary
Colon Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer
Gastrointestinal Cancer
Liver Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumor
Pancreas Cancer
Rectal Cancer
Small Bowel Cancer
Stomach Cancer

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of California San Diego School of Medicine - 1993
Residency:: Boston University Medical Center - 1996
Fellowships:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2000

Board Certifications

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

Ratings and Reviews

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1207 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

66 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

66 Reviews

April 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is thorough, empathetic, brilliant. She took time to explain my situation and thoroughly discuss my options. I never felt rushed and she listened closely. I could not have been more pleased.

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April 23, 2025

5.0

Expertise in every phase of my treatment. Personal touch. Exudes confidence.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

She able to tell us all that is happening with me and why. There were questions we had about my future which she answered both honestly and completely.

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April 17, 2025

5.0

Was highly recommended

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April 14, 2025

5.0

She is very thorough and professional. She also takes her time to discuss everything with you.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Good bedside manner and attention to my specific condition

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April 04, 2025

5.0

Great personality, listens to my concerns, understanding.

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April 02, 2025

5.0

I have worked with her since 2005!and when I had a new issue I thought about her, at first she appeared reductant, because my initial cancer we worked on had been so many years but she agreed to see me again and she worked with my daughter to help me and I was pleased.

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is a dynamic and professional physician who instills the utmost confidence in her treatment decisions.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Thorough explanations of charts, condition, diagnosis, tests. She asks questions and listens to answers.

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March 21, 2025

5.0

Love Dr M and her straight forward demeanor.

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March 19, 2025

5.0

I dont mind the wait because I know she is taking her time with her patients. She's knowledgeable and genuinely cares for your welllbeing.

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March 19, 2025

5.0

I've been with her for the last five years and the care and treatment she provide are the best !!

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March 16, 2025

5.0

She cares about her patients and always gives the best treatment.

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March 16, 2025

5.0

She is absolutely wonderful very compassionate

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March 16, 2025

5.0

Excellent analysis of symptoms and thorough research

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March 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is a compassionate and knowledgeable healthcare provider. She always thoroughly explains what's happening and her rationale for what's next. I have complete faith in her as my doctor.

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March 12, 2025

5.0

Dr Mulcahy is very smart, comprehensive in her approach, and a kind engaging person.

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March 12, 2025

5.0

Expertise. Competent. Thorough. Plain spoken. Takes her time--no rush.

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March 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is always there for me, guiding me, educating me and helping me to understand my diagnosis and how to stay healthy. She is smart, caring and a lovely woman. I just love her.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Very professional & knowledgeable. Good communicator & bedside manner. No long delay.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Shared knowledge freely and helped me feel part of the process of choosing treatments.

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy takes time to talk to you about test results. Dr. Mulcahy always tells you about all your options and gives you a chance to decide along with her recommendations what's best .

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March 02, 2025

5.0

Absolutely the best in her field.

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Consummate professional

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February 10, 2025

5.0

Knowledgable

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February 05, 2025

5.0

Great dr. Very friendly and thorough!

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Dr.Mulcahy is always very caring and looking out for what's best for you.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

she is very kind and compassionate

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January 15, 2025

5.0

Communicates honestly and directly but with empathy; takes the time to address all of my concerns. Confidence that comes with significant experience in her field which inspires trust and confidence that my care is in good hands.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is super caring and listens to all questions and ideas. Her staff is very responsive and as helpful as can be.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

I love working with Dr. Mulcahy & that is what we do we decided together on my care. She always asks what I think & if I am good with her plan. I trust her fully.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Great doctor takes time with you

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January 04, 2025

5.0

As I said many times before I'm happy with her she takes the time to explain everything.

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December 31, 2024

5.0

Knowledgable and explained the plan for treatment.

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December 18, 2024

5.0

Finest physician I have ever received care from. Honest to a fault which is a breath of fresh air.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is not only knowledgeable but listens to her patients attentively and than makes her decision for the next steps. May you have a Blessed Merry Christmas. We thank God that He has given you all the wisdom to do the work you do.

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December 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is very thorough, very approachable about questions, and she seems to really care about her patients in a genuine way. As an added bonus, I also found out she's apparently a fan of The Replacements. So she's gotta be pretty cool.

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December 02, 2024

5.0

Fabulous bedside manner.

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November 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is very responsive and extremely good, compassionate and patient at clearly explaining complex details of diagnosis and treatment.

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November 27, 2024

5.0

Stellar clinician, highly knowledgeable, very experienced. NM is fortunate to retain such talent and should do all it can to support and promote such care.

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November 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is a thoroughly competent practitioner who is also one of the most humane medical professionals I have encountered. She is not only superbly competent but is always willing to listen and include me and my family in any decisions that need to be made. I have the utmost confidence in the care I am receiving from her.

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November 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy's close observation of my condition has been impressive. My survival to date is directly related to her skill.

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November 08, 2024

5.0

She walked me throught my care. She gave my family the understanding of us going forward to treat my health.

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November 06, 2024

5.0

She is an experienced doctor and a wonderful human being. I feel that I am in good hands.

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November 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is an amazing doctor. I have received great care from her, and I always feel like an individual, despite her heavy load of patents. She is always willing to thoroughly answer questions and never rushes the patient she is with. I appreciate her generosity.

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October 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is a wonderful dr. Dr. Mulcahy anyways explains everything clearly, takes time to answer your questions and is always doing the best for your treatment.

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October 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy was instrumental in saving my life when I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer three and a half years ago.

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October 28, 2024

4.0

She is knowledgeable and tries doing the best for your situation. She cares for her patients and I believe being a teaching instructor gives her more opportunities for different care.

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October 28, 2024

5.0

(See above.) In addition, Dr. Mulcahy listens well to issues and sends me to other specialists --dermatologist, pulmonologist and nephrologist who have each helped me.

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October 21, 2024

5.0

I was treated very well and felt her treatment was appropriate. She explained everything and answered all my questions. She appeared very knowledgeable, and I felt she was doing everything to reduce any future risk.

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October 20, 2024

5.0

Compassionate and caring

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October 16, 2024

5.0

Great reputation. Spends all the required time with you that you need. Ends visit with a hug!

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October 16, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is exceptional oncologist. Provides excellent advice and provides a personal touch to instill confidence. Would recommend her to anyone.

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October 16, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is very caring, has a wonderful personality, and has a vested interested in knowing her patients on top of being knowledgeable and the BEST all around!

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October 15, 2024

5.0

Outstanding doctor!

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October 15, 2024

5.0

Explananations and treatment options were presented in clear and concise way!

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October 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy has always shown care and concern for me. Always explaining the options before us and answering questions and concerns in a supportive manner. Her honesty, directness and compassion make her an incredible doctor and person.

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October 08, 2024

5.0

Mary F. Mulcahy is always taking the time to give you the best of care.

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October 07, 2024

5.0

Excellent

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October 05, 2024

5.0

She is saving my life.

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September 20, 2024

5.0

Dr Mulcahy is a wonderful doctor.

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September 04, 2024

5.0

Great doctor answer all ? And wants patient input

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September 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is an excellent doctor, and her advice and counsel has been flawless. It is because of her and her medical guidance that I am staying ahead of my cancer diagnosis. She is always friendly and generous with her time. She has a knack for explaining complex topics simply. I wouldn't want to be treated by anyone else.

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September 02, 2024

5.0

Dr. Mulcahy is knowledgeable, kind and efficient in her work. She also takes the time to listen to her patients. She is a most excellent care giver. Her work is outstanding and very thorough. Thank you Dr. Mulcahy for being her patient.

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September 01, 2024

5.0

Dr Mulcahy is one of the most experienced and knowledgeable GI oncologists in the US. Her bedside approach is a perfect mix of pragmatism and optimism. NM is fortunate to have her, as are her patients.

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Disclosures

Mary F. Mulcahy, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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