Duc Thinh Pham, MD

Duc Thinh Pham, MD

4.8 
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Primary Specialty

Cardiac Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Aortic Aneurysm
  • Aortic Valve Surgery
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Transcatheter Aortic Valve Therapy
  • Ventricular Assist Devices
  • Ventricular Reconstruction

Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of North Carolina School of Medicine - 1997
Residency:
University of North Carolina Hospitals - 2002
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2005
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2006

Languages Spoken

  • French
  • Vietnamese

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery (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
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
On Medical Staff At:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Huntley Hospital
Kishwaukee Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.8
4.8 

164 Ratings

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August 29, 2022

5.0

For take time with me. Explaining all my questions, and concerns. For caring.

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August 27, 2022

4.0

Unnecessarily rushed at end of visit with Dr Pham. This after he was 1 hour late with my appointment. My time is just as valuable as his!!!

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Very personal ,took the time to explain, was not rushed, answered all our questions, empathetic

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Pham is very well know in Heart Transplant along with other Heart surgery. Dr. Pham is very highly accomplishment. He listen to your questions/ concerns and he explains and answers them very clearly and thoroughly.

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August 03, 2022

5.0

Felt comfortable.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

I've been waiting 2 1/2 years for Peoria to fix a valve in my heart so that I can get on a kidney transplant list. I can to Northwestern yesterday for the 1st time and already have the ball rolling on scheduling my surgery. And they explained everything very well. Gave me a little piece of mind about it

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June 18, 2022

5.0

The man is a leader in his profession.

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June 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Pham was very friendly, while being extremely professional in explaining TAVR and it’s risks and projected effectiveness. He is an effective communicator. We look forward to working with him.

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June 12, 2022

5.0

Very responsive

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June 09, 2022

5.0

He was very understanding and sincere. Explained everything to me about my condition and seems willing to help me. I left feeling like a new person. I am so glad I met him and got to have him explain questions that I had been seeking. Dr. Pham thank you.

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May 31, 2022

5.0

Told he is very skilled-- good bed side manner.

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May 30, 2022

5.0

He explained my surgery options very well, without pushing me one way or another. I have great confidence in his surgical abilities, as well.

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May 17, 2022

5.0

He was personable and took the time to look through my history, and explain his rationale for his recommendation.

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May 09, 2022

5.0

He was very professional and explained things so I could understand my unique situation. He also cared about me as a whole person, not just another procedure.

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May 07, 2022

5.0

I don’t really know yet because I haven’t had my surgery yet. But I’m hoping I can give a 10.

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May 06, 2022

5.0

Made me feel very comfortable

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May 03, 2022

4.0

Because he is so young.

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May 02, 2022

5.0

Dr. Pham Looked out for every aspect of my car even suggesting a closer hospital in Northwestern of course we chose the team here at Northwestern in the city and we are very glad we did

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April 05, 2022

5.0

Porque en un médico muy profesional y explica muy bien los procedimientos a seguir

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April 01, 2022

5.0

His position and personality says a lot to me!

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March 22, 2022

5.0

He engendered confidence by his kind manner and vast experience

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March 16, 2022

5.0

He is a highly regarded surgeon, but manages to convey information in a very understandable way.

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Pham is very accomplished . He listens and explains answers to questions very thoroughly. Plus he has an excellent personal communication style.

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March 04, 2022

5.0

trust

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March 01, 2022

5.0

I thought he communicated well.

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February 17, 2022

5.0

Integrity

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February 15, 2022

5.0

Displays genuine concern

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February 08, 2022

5.0

He took the time to explain very clearly any question I had. He was very prepared and up to date with my case.

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December 30, 2021

5.0

Dr Pham and his staff were wonderful

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December 03, 2021

4.0

Based on brief meeting, he seems competent and focused.

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November 30, 2021

5.0

He’s brilliant, affable, and a great explainer.

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November 22, 2021

5.0

I'm so glad that I found Dr. Pham. Took the time to answer all my questions and inform me of my options. So professional and friendly. I highly recommend Dr. Pham.

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November 12, 2021

5.0

Dr. Pham has specialized in valve repair and replacement and comes highly recommended.

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November 01, 2021

5.0

They make sure patients gets the right medication

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November 01, 2021

5.0

Very friendly and answered and ask questions so I felt he had looked over my medical record in detail before I met him.

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October 15, 2021

5.0

Good listener and explained my diagnosis is clear simple terms.

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October 12, 2021

5.0

Very warm personality, understanding and he listens. Extremely smart!

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October 09, 2021

5.0

Informative,easy to understand, pleasant to meet and talk to.

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October 09, 2021

5.0

Carefully explained recommendations in a manner I understood

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October 05, 2021

5.0

Outstanding reputation. Sincere desire to provide the best possible care

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September 29, 2021

5.0

Great bedside manner

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September 29, 2021

5.0

Thorough, concise, friendly, accommodating, straight answers, excellent demeanor

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September 27, 2021

5.0

The best ever

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September 22, 2021

5.0

He explained thoroughly and I have confidence in him.

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September 21, 2021

5.0

Explains with great knowledge Felt very at ease answered questions with confidence Very please with his approach Did not leave anything to need clarification speaks in an understanding. Way

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September 14, 2021

5.0

Professional and confident

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August 30, 2021

5.0

Introduction went very well.

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August 06, 2021

4.0

Surgeon's confidence and background.

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July 28, 2021

5.0

Asked The right questions explained process. Options. Made me feel I am in the best hands. Great support staff Thank you for giving the best medical services.

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July 24, 2021

5.0

He kept me calm. He explained to me in very understandable ways what might go on.

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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

  • Abbott Laboratories, Inc.
  • ABIOMED, Inc.
  • Medtronic, Inc.

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