Daniel R. Ganger, MD

Daniel R. Ganger, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Transplant Hepatology

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Commercial Plans

  • Aetna
  • Beechstreet (PHCS)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Coventry Health Care - First Health HMO, PPO and POS
  • Global Excel - PPO
  • Health Alliance PPO and HMO
  • HFN
  • Humana
  • Imagine Health
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • The Alliance
  • United Behavioral Health - Optum
  • United Healthcare

Governmental Advantage Plans

  • Medicare Advantage Plans
  • Medicare/Medicaid Alignment Initiative Agreements (MMAI)
  • Medicaid Managed Care Programs/Health Choice Illinois

Exchange Plans

  • Blue Choice Preferred PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Precision
  • Cigna Plus With Northwestern Medicine
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Practice Focus Areas

  • Cirrhosis
  • Liver Transplant

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Buenos Aires University Faculty of Medicine - 1977
Residency:
St Louis University School of Medicine - 1983
St Louis University School of Medicine - 1984
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1986

Media

Meet The Doctor 1:23
Meet The Doctor
August 27, 2013

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Transplant Hepatology (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:
Central DuPage Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

231 Ratings

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March 31, 2022

5.0

This was my first appointment. I chose Dr Ganger because of his expertise in cirrhosis and transplant surgery. I have confidence that as an expert, he will optimize my medical care to achieve the best possible outcome. Dr Ganger was well informed about my previous care, having read my past medical records. He advised a treatment plan that I have confidence in and that is clinically sound. He ordered meds and a procedure, advised me on the risks of COVID exposure. He was serious, focused, all business. I appreciated that.

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March 23, 2022

5.0

Personable and skilled.

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March 22, 2022

5.0

Amable y profesional

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March 20, 2022

5.0

Muy buen doctor

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February 14, 2022

5.0

He is nice and patien.He answers all my questions. He let me feel comfortable.

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February 10, 2022

5.0

Enjoyed his demeanor, his willingness to answer my questions, and his reassurance.

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February 03, 2022

5.0

Dr Ganger is a great doctor. He is very knowledgeable in his field. I can trust him to know the latest medical information.

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January 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganger is another example of the Excellent continuum of care provided by the professional and talented medical team at NorthWestern Hospital. When I arrived to meet Dr. Ganger I was under the impression that I needed a liver transplant and my pancreas organ was in severe jeopardy. Dr. Ganger clearly explained my CT scan and calmed me to know that I was not dying and with his plan I should be able to live a good life going forward. He and his assistant Emily, provided great follow up care and attention to my condition. Professional, Competent and caring medical team. Thank you and God Bless You.

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January 20, 2022

5.0

Very attentive, punctual and knowledgeable. He had also read my records in advance

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January 17, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ganger was very informative, kind, and seemed like he genuinely cared about my health. He spent time with us and didn't make our appointment feel rushed.

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December 27, 2021

5.0

Confiable

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December 27, 2021

5.0

Es muy preparado creo yo!!

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December 27, 2021

5.0

Dr. Ganger is very professional and demonstrates empathy and concern for the patient. He doesn’t rush through the appointment and is happy to answer any and all questions. I feel very confident in his care.

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December 27, 2021

5.0

Dr. Ganger's patients are his family. He is caring, kind and very knowledgeable.

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December 20, 2021

4.0

He was very good. I wish I had more time to ask more questions.

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December 17, 2021

5.0

Great interest in me as a total patient.

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Dr. Ganger was extremely thorough. He did a wonderful job explaining things in an understandable fashion. Great demeanor. I never felt rushed.

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December 05, 2021

5.0

He listens and I trust his judgment.

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December 04, 2021

5.0

Courteous knowledgeable and professional

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December 02, 2021

5.0

Dr. Ganger's expertise and skill as a physician, combined with his warm and professional bedside manner.

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November 20, 2021

5.0

He is a very good doctor

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November 20, 2021

5.0

Dr Ganger: Knowledgeable Thorough Approachable Proactive

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November 12, 2021

5.0

He was kind personable and explained things well.

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November 06, 2021

5.0

Good listener and answered my questions. Only first visit but feel I am in good hands.

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October 21, 2021

5.0

Great doctor.

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October 18, 2021

5.0

He’s wonderful!

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October 02, 2021

5.0

Dr Ganger is polite and kind. He takes time to listen, and explains things in a way that is easy to understand.

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September 28, 2021

5.0

He was very efficient and asked all the right questions. Also it seemed my input was important.

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September 26, 2021

4.0

Knowledgeable, kind, answered my questions.

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September 23, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable, gives very clear information about every single aspect, doesn’t leave anything out. He is a good listener too. Great doctor

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September 22, 2021

5.0

Dr. Ganger has kept me alive and taken care of me since 1997.

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September 21, 2021

5.0

Dr. Ganger is a great listener, he is great with my mom. He takes his time he is always happy.

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September 18, 2021

5.0

Listened to my concerns

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September 14, 2021

3.0

He was helpful and knowledgeable. He felt a bit rushed at the end, and so we were not able to ask all the questions we wanted.

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September 10, 2021

5.0

Patient interested n through

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September 03, 2021

5.0

Dr Ganger is attentive, compassionate and knowledgeable. There a very few doctors who truly care about their patients way he does.

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August 31, 2021

5.0

Dr Ganger is calm, friendly and Ëœup front. He does not jump to conclusions and had a very comforting affect on me.

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August 30, 2021

5.0

Saved my life

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August 27, 2021

5.0

Dr Ganger is GREAT!!!

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August 24, 2021

5.0

Dr. Ganger is a wonderful doctor.

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August 15, 2021

5.0

He truly take time with his patients, he wants to explain and help you understand your lab reports, health concerns and more

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August 13, 2021

5.0

Im very happy with Dr Gangers care!

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July 31, 2021

5.0

Explains things clearly and is has excellent interpersonal skills

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July 28, 2021

4.0

He has strong credentials and experience

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July 21, 2021

5.0

He's thorough and tells it like it is.

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July 20, 2021

5.0

Ecxelente respuestas

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July 10, 2021

5.0

I feel confident in his care.

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July 07, 2021

5.0

Competent. Direct. Yet friendly

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June 22, 2021

5.0

I was late about 40 minutes from my appointment today and because I received the wrong directions. When I arrived at the reception, the registered nurse checked me in because my doctor offered this late visit. Thanks to Dr. Granger a lot- I thought he could have canceled my appointment, but instead of that, he was nice and I didn't see him angry or complain. I appreciated his ethical decision making on my late visit today a lot! That was really the true value of a good doctor.

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June 22, 2021

5.0

He saved my life. He is so kind and so smart. He is also a caring person. Glad he is still working there!

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June 16, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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June 08, 2021

5.0

Su explicación clara acerca de lo que estaba pasando y el tiempo que dedicó a explicarme los resultados.

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June 02, 2021

5.0

He checked all my medical tests and explained what we were going to do next. I felt very comfortable in his presence.and with his expertise.

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May 26, 2021

5.0

Good advice and listener. Careful to review my past medical history and offer a new plan

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May 26, 2021

5.0

Dr Ganger was very good.

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May 26, 2021

5.0

Dr Ganger is one of the best doctors I have ever seen. He is clearly an expert in his field, but also a compassionate doctor who cares about his patient. He answered all of my questions in an understandable way, thoroughly and completely. I feel very fortunate to have him guide me through my health issue.

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May 24, 2021

5.0

He knows what he is talking about and talks in away you can understand.

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May 13, 2021

5.0

I liked him very much. He knows what he's talking about and answered all my questions.

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May 12, 2021

5.0

Dr Ganger always makes me feel cared for. Knows my history completely & lets me know the way forward

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May 05, 2021

5.0

He is a very good doctor.

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May 05, 2021

5.0

Because he knows his patients

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May 03, 2021

5.0

He is a professional that is easy to work with.

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April 21, 2021

5.0

Dr. Ganger is a kind and gentle man. He really took his time with me and listened to all my concerns.

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April 13, 2021

5.0

Kind and straightforward

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April 11, 2021

5.0

Explained my condition well

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March 17, 2021

5.0

I think he's a good doctor

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March 10, 2021

5.0

I appreciate Dr Ganger's expertise and gentle manner.

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March 09, 2021

5.0

Outstanding caring doctor who is dedicated to treating my advanced liver disease and doing everything he can to provide the best treatment plan he can for my long term health.

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March 06, 2021

5.0

He comes highly recomended...

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March 05, 2021

5.0

Once again, reliable

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February 24, 2021

5.0

Explanations complete and well understood

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February 23, 2021

5.0

Dr Ganger and his nurse and medical assistant are outstanding.

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February 17, 2021

5.0

I love his professionalism.

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February 17, 2021

5.0

He saved my mothers life 30 years ago. I was worried I had the same disease. When he walked in he remembered me from my moms visits. He put my mind at ease.

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February 17, 2021

5.0

Doctor Ganger is excellent - shares information about findings and observations, is very thoughtful - giving me confidence that he has considered alternatives to diagnoses and treatments, and clearly explains next steps.

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February 16, 2021

5.0

Dr. R Ganger he is very polite And explain everything To us About our son's care

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February 06, 2021

5.0

He's trustworthy.

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January 30, 2021

5.0

This is my first experience with Dr. Ganger's care. I find him thoughtful, able to listen, informative without being dictatorial. He seems to carefully consider the situation without jumping to quick conclusions. I will take his advice seriously.

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January 27, 2021

5.0

Dr. Ganger was knowledgeable and explained things in a way that I understood.

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January 23, 2021

5.0

Great doctor. Explained everything and what to do about it.

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January 21, 2021

5.0

Experienced and made me feel comfortable.

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January 19, 2021

5.0

He is very accommodating, professional and provide patients knowledge about what is needed .

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January 13, 2021

5.0

Porque es un excelente DR:

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January 12, 2021

5.0

Professional, compassionate, very informative and encouraging

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December 27, 2020

5.0

I believe he is good doctor.

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December 27, 2020

5.0

Dr. Ganger is very caring.

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December 20, 2020

5.0

I felt well taken care of at Dr. Gangers office, I didnt leave with any unanswered questions or concerns.

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December 16, 2020

5.0

Easy to converse with; understanding.

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December 16, 2020

5.0

Dr. Ganger is caring, kind and compassionate. He is also extremely knowledgeable.

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December 11, 2020

5.0

Dr Ganger is a really great person who shows that he cares for his patients well being.

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December 09, 2020

5.0

He is very professional, kind, and knowledgeable.

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December 08, 2020

5.0

Dr Ganger explained everything clearly and answered all questions

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December 01, 2020

5.0

He spent plenty of time with me and asked if I had any questions or anything else I needed

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November 30, 2020

5.0

Dr Ganger is the best! He is very personable and knowledgeable and makes you feel comfortable during the visit. I would highly recommend Dr. Ganger.

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November 29, 2020

5.0

Very nice Doctor

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November 26, 2020

5.0

Great doctor overall!

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November 25, 2020

5.0

Dr. Ganger is a wonderful doctor with a compassionate approach.

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November 19, 2020

5.0

Dr. Ganger provides professional, friendly care with clear concise information.

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November 18, 2020

5.0

Very patient and caring.

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November 14, 2020

5.0

Dr.Ganger is an EXPERIENCED physician.

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