Sanjay Ramakumar, MD

Sanjay Ramakumar, MD

4.9 
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Urology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine - 1994
Internship:
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester) - 1995
Residency:
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester) - 2000
Fellowships:
Johns Hopkins University - 2001

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Urology - Urology (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:
Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

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4.9
4.9 

645 Ratings

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Good Doctor

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April 23, 2025

5.0

He really listened to my concerns, addressed them. He answered all my questions and I didn't feel rushed by him. He explained the procedure completely. I have complete confidence in him and the procedure I will be having.

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April 22, 2025

5.0

takes the time to cover all aspects of the anticipated treatments, inspires confidence

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April 18, 2025

5.0

This Doctor is one of the most thorough and knowledgeable people I have ever met.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

He is very good

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ramakumar has replaced my first Doctor who was treating me, and he has been very attentive and taken the time with me to make me feel confortable in his care.

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Well prepared. Went over details. Pleasant.

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April 15, 2025

5.0

He took the time to explain everything to me. He's professional, and also personable. And I trust him.

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Ramakumar is fantastic. Very knowledgable and explains the situation very well. Very personable and willing to discuss any concerns.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Very informative, calming for patient, knew his field of expertise, informative with realtives

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April 10, 2025

5.0

Pleasant and friendly

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ramakumar is very personable and listened to everything I had to say. Explained what his plan was and was very thorough in answering any questions I had.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Outstanding bedside manners, very knowledgeable, excellent explanation of your problem

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Highly professional

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Very impressed with the doctor

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April 06, 2025

5.0

He is excellent doctor very attentive

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April 03, 2025

5.0

Great Doctor

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April 02, 2025

5.0

Personable and effective communication approach.

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March 28, 2025

5.0

He seems to genuinely care for his patients.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Takes the proper amount of time to discuss options and remedies.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

One of the best Doctors I've had to meet

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March 24, 2025

5.0

He is absolutely top in his field

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March 23, 2025

5.0

Explains everything so you can understand what's going to happen.

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March 19, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and very caring also Felt I was in great hands

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March 18, 2025

5.0

He makes sure l get my tests done

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March 18, 2025

4.0

Experienced Doctor.

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March 18, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledge and explained my situation very clearly. He was also very supportive of PT services before and after surgery. Highly value him being my Doctor. Never looked at a computer screen during the visit.

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March 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ramakumar is the most wonderful doctor in the world. He cares about his patients and wants to do everything possible to help them feel better and be better.

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March 14, 2025

5.0

He listens and is very knowledgeable and up with modern cure methods. Explains things so I can easily understand. Based on a couple of visits I fully trust him to take the next steps with him.

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March 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ramakumar was excellent. He made me feel completely at ease, listened to me as the individual patient and not a computer screen or brushing off my concerns. He is an active listener and I will absolutely recommend him in the future.

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March 11, 2025

5.0

His reputation in the field, personal demeanor and desire to do what is best for each of his patients.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Highly professional

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Explains everything in detail. Answers all questions. Very knowledgeable

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March 04, 2025

5.0

His reassurance always makes me feel confident in my decisions along with his helpful insight.

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February 28, 2025

5.0

Very professional and precise. Great manner.

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February 28, 2025

5.0

Doctor Ramakumar was super professional and personable. He made the whole process stress free.

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February 27, 2025

5.0

Professionalism, knowledge, and CARES for the patient!!!!

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February 27, 2025

5.0

He takes the time to explain your treatment options and any concerns you may have.

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Explains the details of my diagnosis with clarity.

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February 26, 2025

5.0

I like my new Doctor. He gives me time needed and addresses my concerns

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February 25, 2025

5.0

I've only had 2 appointments with Dr. Ramakumar, but he's been awesome both times.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Ramakumar is one of the best doctors. I had issues with my previous Urologist and came to him for a consultation. Glad I did! His demeanor and personality and ability to explain things to people is something all doctors should be like!!

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Personable and direct

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February 18, 2025

5.0

He cares about his job and his patients. I was just not a number.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

I'm very comfortable having private conservations with Dr. Ramakumar.

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February 16, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, courteous, patience, thorough!

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February 13, 2025

5.0

He is amazing

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February 12, 2025

5.0

Dr Ramakumar explained the MRI results , what else needed to be done and future treatments

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February 12, 2025

4.0

Good doctor

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ramakumar is both extremely knowledgeable and highly experienced while also being caring and making me comfortable.

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February 05, 2025

5.0

This was my first time with Dr. Ramakumar as my doctor. Pretty much a get to know each other appointment, he will perform a cystoscopy on Feb. 21. My first experience was great. He was already informed on my medical history, verified some facts and was friendly, informative and professional.

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February 05, 2025

5.0

He has a great bedside manner. He is extremely knowledgeable and confident in his job. Made me feel very at ease

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Again he was very reassuring, very knowledgeable about the situation and showed me exactly whta is going on to do the partial nephrectomy

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February 03, 2025

5.0

This gentleman is outstanding. Very appreciative of his demeanor, approach and technical approach.

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February 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Ramakumar understands my sort of special case. Excellent!

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January 31, 2025

5.0

Great concern for health.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Highly skilled and personable. Thanks

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Explains procedure

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Great fund of knowledge for my problems. Exceptional bedside manner and caring attitude. I'm glad he is my physician.

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January 27, 2025

4.0

He was very helpful about my kidney issue that I wasn't even going here for! He also recommended some supplements for me concerning my pain issue that [name] didn't seem worried about.

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Happy DOCTOR MAKES ME HAPPY

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January 17, 2025

5.0

A great Doctor to work with and his knowledge and caring for a patient is unmatched.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Fresh young blood. Great to see this great attitude!

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Professional mannerisms

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January 13, 2025

5.0

Knowledge, patience, patient care

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January 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ramakumar is knowledgeable, professional, and a kind person. He explains everything to his patients, answers all your questions. He truly is one of the best!

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January 09, 2025

5.0

Very intelligent, professional, and spent more time with me than any Dr. I've ever seen.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

He greeted both my wife & I and sat down to speak with us. Made us feel like he didn't have a full waiting room

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December 31, 2024

5.0

Great

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December 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Ramakumar spent a lot of time explaining to me my treatment options as well as fully explaining exactly what the condition of my kidney(s). All in a way a patient like me could understand. His manner while entirely professional was also very personable and I felt as tho I was with someone who cares.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

Very compassionate

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December 17, 2024

5.0

Brilliant doctor and very caring.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

explains treatment plan simple to understand and he is friendly

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December 14, 2024

5.0

He is a wonderful doctor who cares very much about his patients

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December 10, 2024

5.0

He took time with us.

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December 09, 2024

4.0

Explains very well.

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December 06, 2024

5.0

I have the utmost confidence in his expertise.

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December 06, 2024

5.0

Explained procedure and showed me the results. Friendly and personable

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Excellent bedside manner! Explains everything completely. Doesn't rush through your appointment to get to next appointment. Makes you feel very comfortable about being his patient.

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Very thorough. Tells you like it is not necessarily what you want to hear.

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December 03, 2024

5.0

I felt immediate relief after speaking with him regarding my situation. So understanding and empathetic.

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November 30, 2024

5.0

good service.

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November 23, 2024

5.0

I have put my life in his hands.

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November 22, 2024

5.0

Knowledge of reason for visit

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November 21, 2024

5.0

Plain spoken, explains clearly, and obviously cares about the patient.

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November 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Ramakumar was very patient and thorough in his counseling about my condition leaving me to feel comfortable and hopeful concerning my future.

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November 19, 2024

5.0

Warm and friendly

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November 19, 2024

5.0

Explains all concerns and takes the time to explain everything.

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November 18, 2024

5.0

Very kind and reassuring doctor. Very empathetic. Explains medical terms well and spends time answering any questios.

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November 18, 2024

5.0

He is so easy to work with, explains everything in terms you can understand.

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November 18, 2024

5.0

he did an excellent job diagnosing my kidney cancer, removing it and now doing followup diagnosis. Also a very personable doctor.

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November 16, 2024

5.0

Phenomenal Doctor

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November 14, 2024

5.0

My first visit with this doctor and so far I'm impressed with his caring and explanation of my case.

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November 13, 2024

5.0

He's the best! :)

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November 12, 2024

5.0

He was helpful in explaining my diagnosis and explained how we would follow up with my issue for my future health care needs.

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November 12, 2024

5.0

Have already referred friends to Dr Ramakumar

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November 12, 2024

5.0

He is very professional took time to explain everything just all around a great doctor

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November 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Ramakumar is a wonderful doctor who does everything possible to improve the lifestyle of his patients

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November 08, 2024

5.0

He's just the best! He's kind, informative and a wonderful doctor.

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November 08, 2024

5.0

Very friendly and professional. Very detailed explanation of procedures before and after to a patient without too much medical terminology.

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