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William J. Gradishar, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Medical Oncology

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Breast Cancer
Immunotherapy
Inflammatory Breast Cancer
Precision Medicine
Triple Negative Breast Cancer

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1982
Residency:: Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center - 1986
Fellowships:: University of Chicago - 1990

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
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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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

2088 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

He's a good listener

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April 28, 2025

5.0

He is the best! .a very caring doctor who takes all the time needed to explain his course of treatment and why he wants to go that way. Listens the the patient and treats each like family.

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April 25, 2025

5.0

He has conducted my treatment for metastatic breast cancer for about 15 years, and I have found him and his wonderful staff to be extremely competent and caring.

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Dr G is a wonderful doctor. Very patient and knowledgeable. Very upbeat and helps you get through treatment. Wonderful bedside manner and answers all questions.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

Awesome physician, professional and knowledgeable and caring.

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Always very professional, kind and reassuring.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

same above. I would definitely recommend Dr. Gradishar. professional; attentive; answers all the questions; I don't feel being rush etc

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March 25, 2025

5.0

He listens.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Patient, kind, caring, professional.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

He was recommended to me as well and he listened to my concerns and answered my questions at the time of the visit .

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March 24, 2025

5.0

I feel I am getting the most current treatment available and oncology department runs very smoothly. I also have confidence in the other professionals on Dr. Gradishar's team that I have seen. Excellent care!

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Gradishar is a no fuss doctor who is clear and precise in what he shares, and always listens to any questions. His ow ties add a flair that makes him interesting and compelling.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

He's a professional, respectful, intelligent, no BS doctor. I appreciate his expertise and lack of drama.

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March 23, 2025

5.0

I only met him the one time and he was nice, pleasant, caring and I would definitely see him again if I had to.

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March 22, 2025

5.0

Dr Gradishar has been dealing with my cancerous tumors for 16 years. I don't know how I am still alive.

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March 21, 2025

5.0

Very supportive!

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March 18, 2025

5.0

He is compassionate, balanced with the ability to break down your cancer and its risks.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Very thorough exam. I feel confident with Dr Gradishar.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

He is highly respected, knowledgeable, and kind.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

He addresses my medical issues with kindness. He's up to date on research: knows the latest and greatest breast cancer treatments.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

He is awesome! Great care! Professional and knowledgeable!

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March 09, 2025

5.0

Same as my answer above. Dr. Gradishar and Kelly [ ] have been geniuses at assessing and prescribing the perfect medicines to help my body thrive and keep the cancer under control. As I said most of my 50 years with cancer I had virtually no symptoms and was able to live a very normal life. I feel very blessed to have been in the care of Dr. Gradishar.

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March 09, 2025

5.0

He is an excellent physician and caring human being who is dedicated to helping his patients.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Very informative and easy to talk to

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Over 20 years ago I had breast cancer and I trust no one but him

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Listens with great care.

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March 02, 2025

5.0

The best!

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February 25, 2025

5.0

He immediately knew when I was reacting to medication and does great follow up care.

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Service

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February 24, 2025

5.0

He was very pleasant, knowledgeable and had already looked over my history from the other hospital.

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February 22, 2025

5.0

He's is very knowledgeable about cancer treatment. I like how it is such a team approach and everyone works very well with each other with a goal to provide the best possible plan of care. Dr. Gradishar has a very kind and caring demeanor that is very calming and reassuring. I am very grateful that I am receiving his expertise. I was referred to him by my first oncologist who described my cancer as a bit trickier, and thought he would have seen and treated a case like mine. I feel that driving 3 hours each way to receive my cancer treatment has been the right choice for me.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

See above. I am proud to be one of his patients. I had a choice, I talked to three oncologists and chose him.

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February 17, 2025

5.0

Awesome! Caring, knowledgeable and professional!

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February 17, 2025

5.0

My team is the most skilled, professional, experienced in the world.

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February 17, 2025

5.0

He is so knowledgeable, positive, thorough. He is a wonderful practitioner.

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February 15, 2025

5.0

Extremly knowledgeable about latest findings in the literature and good bedside manner

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February 15, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgable and cares about me.

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February 10, 2025

5.0

He is the best. My oncologist for 25 years. How lucky i am to have such a remarkably talented, kind and expert physician! His nurse, too, Kelly, is remarkably kind and caring.

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February 05, 2025

5.0

He is awesome!!

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February 04, 2025

5.0

So knowledgeable, professional, patient, listens, understands, and encourages me with treatment,

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Because he is such a great doctor and human being.

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gradishar is one of the very best! It's a long story.

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Always professional; tentative; patience; answers questions without being rush etc

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January 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gradishar was very attentive well knowledgeable. Really help my personal oncologist decide on my case. Very thankful for him.

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January 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gradishar treated my Sister for a number of years with her Stage 4 Cancer so I feel very Comfortable with him

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Amazing and supportive doctor.

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January 27, 2025

5.0

When you are in Dr. Gradishar's care you receive the best of the best.

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January 27, 2025

5.0

Awesome physician!

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January 26, 2025

5.0

Thanks for the wonderful patient care provided by dr William

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January 21, 2025

5.0

He is an exceptional doctor. Very professional, thorough, patient, makes you feel safe, and is a wonderful motivator. He is very caring and speaks in vocabulary you understand and takes his time. He's wonderful!

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable professional

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January 21, 2025

5.0

same with Dr. Gradishar very professional; tentative; patience's with me & especially my concerns questions

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Excellent physician and support staff

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January 14, 2025

4.0

He was concerned

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January 12, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful care. Most importantly, I trust his expertise and have confidence in his approach to my final cancer result.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Always approachable, helpful knowledgeble and always compassionate

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Extremely professional & friendly attitude & extremely patience etc.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

He's helped me several times.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gradishar has been very supportive and helpful throughout my treatments with him. His approach and overall demeanor has helped me cope and understand my illness better.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Excellent.

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January 06, 2025

5.0

Outstanding

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January 06, 2025

5.0

Dr Gradishar is a true professional. He is knowledgeable, patient, and answers all my questions. His examinations are very thorough. Dr G Is a fabulous cheerleader, he guides you every step of the way and gives wonderful encouragement. His confidence is contagious. I would highly recommend Dr Gradishar.

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January 06, 2025

5.0

Awesome caring and professional physician!

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December 24, 2024

5.0

Care

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December 24, 2024

5.0

Dr Gradishar is an Awesome! He always make me feel as ease & his funny too... lol

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December 23, 2024

5.0

He's been my doctor since 2007!

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December 23, 2024

5.0

Takes his time and doesn't laugh at my goofy questions. Kelly is also awesome.

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December 23, 2024

5.0

His knowledge and understanding are impressive.

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December 22, 2024

5.0

I was seeking a second opinion. He had read my notes before visiting with me and was able to answer all the questions I had. He gave me his thoughts on my treatment. I will continue to follow up with second opinions while undergoing treatment.

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December 22, 2024

5.0

Answers all my questions honestly about everything from medications to exercise.

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December 18, 2024

5.0

World renowned. Excellent care..

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December 17, 2024

5.0

Very understanding

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December 16, 2024

5.0

professional to the point caring and understanding

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December 08, 2024

5.0

Quite knowledgeable

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December 08, 2024

5.0

Very kind and caring

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Expertise

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gradishar does research and was involved with my latest drug resting.

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Great care.

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December 02, 2024

5.0

I would recommend him because of his knowledge, experience and clear counsel.

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December 02, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and supportive.

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November 30, 2024

5.0

I trust him and his knowledge

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November 30, 2024

5.0

Dr Gradishar has been very responsive and helpful in helping me understand my chemotherapy challenges and what I need to feel better.

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable Very kind Smart and caring

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November 25, 2024

5.0

He is a total professional and answers all questions.

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Awesome!

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November 25, 2024

5.0

He is a gentleman and very caring. I trust he will be there when I need him.

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November 24, 2024

5.0

He Always answers my questions. No rolling of the eyes or big sighs...

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November 23, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gradishar is so knowledgeable and encouraging. I feel like I'm in the most competent and comforting hands.

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November 20, 2024

5.0

Always a pleasure to see Dr. Gradishar - kind, professional, knowledgeable.

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November 20, 2024

5.0

He is preeminent in his field and exudes confidence.

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November 19, 2024

5.0

He listened and explained everything

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November 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. G & his staff excellent understanding of my case.

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November 18, 2024

5.0

excellent

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November 18, 2024

5.0

He's been my doctor for 28 years. I'm very happy with my care.

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November 18, 2024

5.0

I have seen Dr. Gradishar for almost 15 years. He is always kind, thoughtful, and patient. I never feel rushed and all my questions are answered. Exceptional doctor.

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November 12, 2024

5.0

Excellent provider

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November 12, 2024

5.0

He's the best in my book

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gradishar is very compassionate and professional. He always makes me feel comfortable.

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring physician

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November 11, 2024

5.0

He is very thorough and always willing to listen

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