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Christopher S. Ahuja, MD, PhD

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192 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Neurological Surgery

Secondary Specialty

Spine Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Spinal Cord Tumors
Spinal Deformities
Spine Degenerative Disease
Spine Revision Surgery
Spine Surgery
Spine Trauma
Spine Tumors
Spine Vascular

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Queens University School of Medicine - 2012
Professional Education:: PhD, Institute of Medical Science - University of Toronto - 2023
Residency:: University of Toronto - 2022
Fellowships:: Johns Hopkins University - 2023

Languages Spoken

Hindi

Board Certifications

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada* - Neurological Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant 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:: Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center

Kishwaukee Hospital

Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Palos Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9

4.9

192 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

35 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

35 Reviews

February 24, 2026

5.0

He is the Best.

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January 31, 2026

5.0

Explained MRI very well.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

professional

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January 13, 2026

5.0

I put 10 as my score because dr ahuja was a very nice doctor and he was very informative and maid me calm when I was scared of getting the surgery thinking the worst would happen and because of him I was able to get back the ability to walk again and I couldn't be any more thankful

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Again, appointment was comprehensive.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Met Dr Ahuja for the first time and I liked him a lot. Didn't feel he was in a hurry and he answered all of our questions and explained things.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

A very kind doctor with an extraordinary gift for explaining serious health issues. I am completely satisfied and happy that he is handling my case.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

He explained everything thoroughly

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Was very polite and knowledgeable

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Dr Ahuja spent a lot of time with my husband and me going over my MRI, and explaining his treatment plan, including the reasons for his recommendation and why he advised against other options. He answered all of our questions. We never felt rushed. He also dictated very precise clinical notes that we can refer to . We are impressed with Dr Ahuja.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

He is da good doctor

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December 02, 2025

5.0

As young as he is, he made me feel that he had done my surgery many more than he could count. I have never felt better In my life.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

He listens carefully and explains clearly

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Listens and explains everything well!! Great personality!

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November 11, 2025

5.0

I have already sent two of my friends to his care and will continue to do so

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November 01, 2025

5.0

His knowledge base is amazing and his staff is very polite and helpful I see his PA Patty and she is a caring person also

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October 29, 2025

5.0

Very kind and knowledgeable!

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October 25, 2025

5.0

very informative

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October 18, 2025

5.0

Surgery seems to have been done perfectly!

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October 11, 2025

5.0

Was glad to see he was prepared for our appointment. Very caring and answered all my questions.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

~Very Thorough ~Doesn't make you feel rushed (even though the lobby was packed!) ~Always makes sure you understand what test results are saying & what needs to be done after this visit...

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September 20, 2025

5.0

Just started and we will see results later

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September 15, 2025

5.0

Well deserved reputation for his knowledge. Considerate with patients. Takes time to listen, a skill not all provider's have.

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September 15, 2025

5.0

Very personable and caring

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August 30, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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August 26, 2025

5.0

The appointment wait time is long.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ahuja was thorough, knowledge, courteous at listening to our questions, & went over X-rays & scans to show us a comparison from July & then last Thursday's...

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August 04, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and thorough. He listens well and takes the time to understand the issues

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July 20, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk with. Very professional

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July 08, 2025

5.0

Dr Ahuja is great! He is very personable, takes time to explain everything, and I trust him completely.

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July 07, 2025

5.0

He takes his time and listens.

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June 08, 2025

5.0

Made me feel comfortable with my decision to have the surgery

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May 27, 2025

5.0

Identified the issue overlooked by others and with skill and confidence made improvements that will improve the quality of life for one of likely many patients.

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May 15, 2025

5.0

He took the time to explain both the surgical option and details about the newness and original intention of the MILD procedure that he doesn't even perform.

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May 10, 2025

5.0

Explanations of my condition were excellent

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Disclosures

Industry Relationships

Ownership or Investment Interest

Faculty member and/or their immediate family have an ownership or investment interest in the following companies

Inteligex, Inc.
Spinal Resources, Inc.

Consulting

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

Capvision
DePuy Spine, Inc. (a Johnson and Johnson Company)

Board of Directors

Faculty member and/or their immediate family served in a fiduciary capacity, such as a board member/director, officer, or trustee, for the following companies or other entities

Inteligex, Inc.

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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