Rimas V. Lukas, MD

Rimas V. Lukas, MD

4.8 
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Primary Specialty

Neuro-Oncology

Secondary Specialty

  • Neurology
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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Rush University Medical College - 2002
Internship:
Cook County Health and Hospitals System - 2003
Residency:
University of Chicago - 2006
Fellowships:
University of Chicago - 2008

Languages Spoken

  • Lithuanian

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology (Certified)
  • United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties - Neuro-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:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

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Overall Rating

4.8
4.8 

502 Ratings

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lukas is a brilliant oncologist. He has a great bedside manner. Listens to my concerns answers me questions, offers his knowledge but let’s me decide my future

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August 29, 2022

5.0

Seems knowledgeable and explains things well

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August 18, 2022

5.0

Northwestern Medical provides the best care possible for my father's brain cancer situation. We know that they are providing leading edge treatments and care at all times. My father's oncology team is always responsive and empathetic. They are amazing!

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Very good listener and also able to explain things well.

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August 10, 2022

5.0

The best. Thorough

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July 31, 2022

5.0

Outstanding Dr.

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July 20, 2022

5.0

Great Doctor

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July 19, 2022

5.0

He is a wonderful person to talk to, an has outstanding ways of explaining medical care and his ability to communicate is absolutely what everyone is looking for in a professional Dr.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lukas is attentive and thorough. We never feel rushed and always feel that questions are okay.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Easy to talk with, very knowledgeable in his field

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July 13, 2022

5.0

He’s the best

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July 01, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lukas is excelente Doctor.

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June 21, 2022

4.0

He did offer some good suggestions, but his involvement seems to slowed the process of receiving treatment for a disease that’s progressing.

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June 13, 2022

5.0

Es muy Profesional, humano y excelente médico.

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June 12, 2022

5.0

He was thorough, factual, and made sure I understood what he was explaining. He asked if I had questions and seemed sincere.

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June 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lukas has been taking care of me for years. He knows me and the whole team just a kind person and very knowledgeable

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May 29, 2022

5.0

His intelligence and ability to communicate well, answer questions.

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May 16, 2022

5.0

I’m really blessed that he’s my neuro oncologist. He always has insightful knowledge about new treatments and is always up to date!!!

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May 13, 2022

5.0

He is just a good Dr. and I have been to many,at 85 years old, one gets to know what a Dr should be !! I hope he can take care of my needs and wants! I think he can and will do what is needed. Thanks for asking!

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May 11, 2022

5.0

Dr Lukas excelente y amable persona

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May 04, 2022

5.0

Excellent care. Took the time to talk to me, explain everything and answer questions.

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May 04, 2022

5.0

I’m alive

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May 03, 2022

5.0

Very professional

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April 30, 2022

5.0

I always feel like I get Dr. Lukas’ complete attention.

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April 27, 2022

5.0

Kind thoughtful patient smart

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April 27, 2022

5.0

Very thorough, knowledgeable, and patient, engaged in a very comprehensive discussion and answered all questions exhaustively

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April 27, 2022

5.0

Dr Lukas seemed distracted and preoccupied during the phone appointment today where as he is normally interested in my care. His assisting physician, who asked about my care prior to me speaking to Dr Lukas, was far more interested. Dr. Lukas seemed a bit off today.

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April 24, 2022

5.0

We feel as comfortable with him as we can under the circumstances and went to him as he has treated an acquaintance of ours very successfully.

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April 24, 2022

5.0

I would recommend based on my limited experience with Dr Rimas

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April 21, 2022

5.0

Very grateful he is my doctor. He is very compassionate and explains all of my options thoroughly.

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April 20, 2022

5.0

Smart

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April 12, 2022

5.0

He takes his time and explain things

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April 11, 2022

5.0

He is definitely easy to talk to and his knowledge is far beyond my expectations. He is absolutely amazing with information and you can tell he truly cares about his patients

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April 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lucas provided clear information and conveyed his concern for my health.

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April 04, 2022

5.0

Personable and competent - I never feel rushed. Apponiments, testing, and support staff...everything is coordinated very well.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Outstanding care and information after surgery and chemotherapy radiation treatments!

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March 29, 2022

5.0

I’ve received excellent care and Dr. Lukas and he is very pleasant to deal with. He also returns my communications very quickly.

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March 28, 2022

5.0

They have a good team that seems to work together and tries to accommodate

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March 25, 2022

5.0

I just trust him. He doesn’t make me feel small like other physicians often do and I appreciate that. I can’t say enough about him.

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March 25, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lukas is a specialist in oncology and I trust him with my care.

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March 23, 2022

5.0

Great Doctor always on his game

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March 14, 2022

5.0

He and his group has been fantastic for me

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lukas is not only an exceptional doctor, but treats us like more than just a number.

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March 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lukas is comforting and informative.

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March 04, 2022

5.0

He listens to me and shares his thoughts without hesitation. He knows the oncology field well

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March 03, 2022

5.0

Personable and knowledgeable. Listens to my questions and concerns. Rarely feel rushed during my visit with him.

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March 02, 2022

5.0

He is the best, i give him 10/10 , if i could give him 11/10 i would

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March 01, 2022

5.0

He takes his time with my wife and I to explain what’s going on currently and future options. His wife picks out cool socks ; )

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February 28, 2022

5.0

Dr Lukas is excellent

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February 23, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable

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February 16, 2022

4.0

He has become so easy to talk to about my condition and he has explained to me what my next steps should be going forward with my treatment.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

Great bedside manner, and takes the time to answer questions while also being very clear about next steps and what to expect with treatment.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

He is very good

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February 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lukas is very thorough and is careful and uses a whole patient approach.

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February 09, 2022

5.0

Patient. Knowledgable. Kind. Caring.

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February 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lukas has been wonderful.

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January 30, 2022

5.0

At a moment when we were at a loss for what to do with my husband's diagnosis of brain tumors, Dr. Lukas saw us right away, mapped a plan for treatment, explained options and took firm hold of the situation with regard to the make up of the team and his plan for going forward. We are incredibly grateful.

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January 26, 2022

5.0

Dr Lukas was very informative and responsive to our many questions. He was thoroughly versed in history from doctor's records in Fort Wayne.

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January 26, 2022

5.0

Brilliant

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January 26, 2022

5.0

Very understanding

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Great neurooncologist!Outstanding personality!

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January 23, 2022

5.0

He’s knowledgeable and communicates in a style that the layman can understand.

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January 21, 2022

5.0

Very patient and knowledgeable and I can see he cares.

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January 17, 2022

5.0

Knowledge. Empathetic. Personable. Cares about me and my health first.

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January 14, 2022

5.0

He is continually preparing me for my next phase of treatment, he takes the time to listen to my concerns and always ensures I fully understand the why’s of my treatment regimen. He is compassionate about my treatment and responds quickly to messages.

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January 14, 2022

5.0

He is thorough in his explanations, listens to our questions, and kind.

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January 13, 2022

5.0

He is a great doctor

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January 13, 2022

4.0

Dr Lukas is clearly an expert in his field, understands what’s important to me as a patient and doesn’t leave until all concerns are addressed.

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January 12, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgable and professional

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January 10, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lukas has a solid background in our rare diagnosis.

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January 09, 2022

5.0

Very nice and friendly. Shows concern and compassion for patients. Very knowledgeable and explains future care.

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January 08, 2022

5.0

Very good reliable doctor.

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January 06, 2022

5.0

Expertise & personal & professional patient approach.

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January 03, 2022

5.0

He is a doctor that shows concern about you as a person

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January 02, 2022

5.0

Dr Lukas and his team have been great for my treatment.

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December 29, 2021

5.0

He is very knowledgeable

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December 29, 2021

5.0

Very professional and caring doctor

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December 29, 2021

5.0

Good

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December 29, 2021

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable

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December 16, 2021

2.0

He was very fast and seemed in a hurry to get out.

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December 16, 2021

5.0

Took the time to answer our questions

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December 14, 2021

5.0

Outstanding professionalism!

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Wonderful doctor. Very personable and knowledgeable. Dr. Lukas made me feel very comfortable.

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December 13, 2021

1.0

Rushed appt. I felt I was keeping him from something else he wanted to do, somewhere else he wanted to be.

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December 12, 2021

4.0

I gav Dr. Lukas a 7 score because I feel as though he could benefit from receiving training or more training on his bed side manner. I feel he is more technical than personable. He could use some training in women’s health, empathy as well as sympathy training.

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December 08, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable Dr

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December 08, 2021

5.0

Number 1 in this hospital.

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December 07, 2021

5.0

Dr Rimas is very knowledgeable and communicates well

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December 06, 2021

5.0

Porque se preocupa por la salud

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December 03, 2021

5.0

Always willing to answer any questions I might ask.He always takes the time to go over my MRI scan with me and family.

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December 01, 2021

5.0

The doctor is very responsive and knowledgeable and on time

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December 01, 2021

5.0

Very proactive in solving problems with my brain.

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November 29, 2021

5.0

He is brillant

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November 26, 2021

5.0

Dr Lukas and his resident spent time discussion my brain cancer situation and recommending next steps. We appreciated their efforts to reassured me about having an MRI with a pacemaker.

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November 24, 2021

5.0

He is on time and easy with all questions

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November 24, 2021

5.0

An excellent, caring doctor.

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November 24, 2021

5.0

Professional and knowledgeable and great communicator

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November 22, 2021

5.0

Dr. Lukas, is an amazing loving caring doctor. I have been seeing him for a good few years now and couldn't be happier:)

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November 19, 2021

5.0

Dr Lukas is fully aware of my health concerns and history. He has a knack for asking questions to dive deeper into issues I may be experiencing and answering questions I have in a way I can easily understand. I also appreciate his expertise and his reputation within the brain tumor community.

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November 15, 2021

5.0

He’s kind, compassionate and has a fabulous bedside manner. His knowledge of my diagnosis is so comforting and he always takes the time to answer my many questions!

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