Cassing Hammond, MD

Cassing Hammond, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Abnormal Pap Smear
  • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
  • Advanced Maternal Age
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • Menopause
  • Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Procedures
  • Perimenopause
  • Preventive Medicine

Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine - 1988
Residency:
University of Rochester - 1992

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Obstetrics and Gynecology (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:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

334 Ratings

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March 31, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hammond is most caring, kind and understanding but also presents options and collborates with me on best course of treatment. He is most responsive to needs and questions.

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March 30, 2022

5.0

Explains everything very well where a patient can understand.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Great Dr every knowledgeable and easy to talk to

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March 22, 2022

5.0

Very nice, great bedside manner.

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March 22, 2022

5.0

super nice and helpful. you could tell he knows what he’s doing

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March 10, 2022

4.0

He did recommend someone else who was more Xperia e in my concern

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March 02, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hammond was fantastic. Very good and practical bedside manner. Never talked down to me and answered all of my questions.

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March 02, 2022

5.0

Sincere concern was provided. It wasn’t just a routine answer provided but an answer with options. I could make an informed decision based on the details he provided.

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February 23, 2022

5.0

He was very compassionate and explained things well

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February 20, 2022

5.0

He’s the best.

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February 19, 2022

5.0

He keeps up to date with issues for older women.

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February 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Cassing Hammond was calm, very respectful, extremely informative, and just downright incredible. So was his nurse Corey.

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February 02, 2022

5.0

He was knowledgeable about my medical condition and with this he showed me that he took the time to read my medical record.

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January 26, 2022

5.0

Wonderful doctor who takes the time to listen to your concerns. Explains your options with knowledge and compassion.

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January 25, 2022

5.0

Absolutely recommend

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January 22, 2022

5.0

Great experience with Dr. Hammond. Always very kind, patient, and willing to answer my questions.

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January 18, 2022

5.0

I really appreciated his demeanor and approach.

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January 18, 2022

5.0

Very informative

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January 09, 2022

5.0

Very nice person took his time and made sure I understood everything good

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January 02, 2022

5.0

Patient , calming and erudite

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January 01, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hammond is a kind and patient person who always makes me feel comfortable and respected.

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December 22, 2021

5.0

He’s wonderful. He listens and treats me with respect and kindness.

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December 12, 2021

5.0

Very professional

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December 11, 2021

5.0

Dr Hammond is very gentle, thoughtful and professional.

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December 07, 2021

5.0

Kind, caring and takes time to talk things through with me

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December 05, 2021

5.0

Gentle, kind, and empathetic.

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December 04, 2021

5.0

He is wonderful and caring!

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December 01, 2021

5.0

I appreciate his clinical knowledge communication (content and style).

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November 30, 2021

5.0

He made me feel comfortable and like he cared about me.

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November 30, 2021

5.0

Explained everything clearly and put me at ease.

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November 20, 2021

5.0

I was recommended by a friend when I started seeing Dr. Hammond and I would recommend him to others.

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November 14, 2021

5.0

He is very patient, informative and has wonderful bedside manner. While I don’t feel like I’m just another patient he’s trying to get in, quickly see and leave, he also is very efficient

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November 06, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable friendly responsive

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November 03, 2021

5.0

I delivered my first daughter with Dr Hammond and I have seen him for checkups and he’s always caring and professional.

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October 24, 2021

5.0

Amable, puntual, honesto, profesional.

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October 12, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond is an amazing person. He is gentle, caring and super professional. He took time with me and since I am disabled, I felt cared for. He also did not rush, and took his time in the procedure, which was right since the size of speculum was a smaller one.

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October 06, 2021

5.0

He is one of the most experienced doctors in the practice and very easy to talk to.

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October 03, 2021

5.0

Always great! Friendly, kind, and supportive. Recommends the best care and keeps my preferences in mind and educates me fully

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September 27, 2021

5.0

He is kind, talks to you like you are a human being, and treats you with respect.

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September 22, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond is an expirienced practitioner with great bed side manner.always ready to asnwer questions and provide the care one deserves

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September 20, 2021

5.0

The staff, from the time you sign in to the clinician taking you back to your appt. good overall experience. Dr. Hammond is very clear with explanation and treatment, very patient, compassionate and friendly. I recommend him to my colleagues and to many others all the time.

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September 18, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable and kind

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September 12, 2021

5.0

He was very nice and not intimidating and he spark good conversation and made me feel comfortable

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September 11, 2021

5.0

Very patient and very kind.

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September 07, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond listens to and addresses my concerns. He is always on time and talks me through what is happening during my appointment.

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September 05, 2021

5.0

Friendliest doctor I’ve ever had! He made me feel calm and safe

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September 01, 2021

5.0

He is amazing and cares so much. I had to have a procedure and before it he told me I am in control as it is my body and if something hurts or is bothering me to let him know. Just an amazing and caring attitude all around.

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September 01, 2021

5.0

Family planning team saved my life several years ago. Now I get kind, thoughtful birth control from these outstanding clinicians who help me decide what’s best for me and always take time to listen to me. I always feel safe, heard and cared for with NW Ob-Gyn. Thanks!

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August 22, 2021

5.0

He is so kind

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August 17, 2021

5.0

Caring, listens to concerns, good physician.

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August 16, 2021

5.0

He was very patient, kind and took the time to explain everything. He put me at ease and seemed to care about me as a person, not just a patient.

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August 11, 2021

5.0

The doctor was very informal he explained everything he was doing and made me feel comfortable, he was also very professional

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August 01, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond takes time to listen and he explains things in relatable, science-based, thoughtful ways.

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July 26, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond is a caring gentle Dr. and he responded to my questions about getting the Covid shot quickly.

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July 21, 2021

5.0

His friendliness and positive attitude are welcome; also, he is gentle

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July 15, 2021

5.0

Very pleasant demeanor. Informative . Couldnt be better.

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July 13, 2021

5.0

Reassuring and calm! Enjoy seeing him for OB visits

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July 07, 2021

5.0

Kind, answered all my questions, professional

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June 30, 2021

5.0

Hes attentive and knows his stats

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June 29, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond has been my primary OBG for many years and has always made me feel comfortable and confident about my many issues being addressed in the best possible way.

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June 22, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond was great- caring, answered my questions, explained everything thoroughly

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June 17, 2021

5.0

Attentive, explains what he is doing, listens

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June 09, 2021

5.0

Ive seen him for decades and fully trust him. Hes an excellent physician.

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June 09, 2021

5.0

Doctor was very nice..patient and very nice

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June 03, 2021

5.0

Very personable, kind, and caring. Takes the time with you that you need to answer any questions. Very approachable. Bright guy

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June 03, 2021

5.0

Good doctor. I enjoy his professionalism.

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June 01, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable, efficient, and has a sense of humor. He has earned my trust.

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June 01, 2021

5.0

Hes got a kind and patient bedside manner and is able to reference facts with great recall

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May 19, 2021

5.0

Patient, kind, thoughtful and thorough. I hope to continue to be a patient of his for many years to come!

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May 19, 2021

5.0

Hes an incredible doctor. I love his sense of humor. Very informative, makes me feel at ease, I feel like Im in good hands.

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May 18, 2021

5.0

He made me feel very comfortable and heard all my concerns and comments

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May 08, 2021

5.0

I found Dr. Hammond to be quite pleasant and very thorough in his concerns with my history and questions I may have had as well as my comfort during the examination.

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May 05, 2021

5.0

Attentive, caring, not rushed and respected decisions. Answered my questions thoroughly

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April 28, 2021

5.0

He actually cares

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April 28, 2021

5.0

Dr. Cassing Hammond is extremely nice. He keeps up with latest medical information and is so patient and caring. He gives me a call as soon as my results return and is ready for the next plan of action. He's considerate enough to make sure his medical instruments are warm and he has a very calming voice. Because of him, I don't mind coming to the doctor for my annual PAP! He is the BEST!

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April 21, 2021

5.0

Quite simply, hes the best. Knowledgeable, caring, funny. Doesnt rush your visit. Explains things thoroughly. I couldnt be happier!

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April 21, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond was wonderful. This was my first OB appointment at 11 wks. I had lots of anxiety and questions as this is our first baby with IVF after almost 2 years of infertility treatment. He was very calm, took his time explaining everything and answering my questions.

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April 20, 2021

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable. Takes his time when he is with you. Very personable.

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April 15, 2021

5.0

I loved the fact that Dr. Hammond took the time to thoroughly explain things to the point where I had no questions and he also did not speak over me. He also showed concern regarding if I had any questions at all and made sure I was comfortable at all times.

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April 07, 2021

5.0

Care, compassion, candor, conversation.

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March 31, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond cares. He makes me feel comfortable asking questions and is always willing to educate without making me feel like Im dumb.

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March 24, 2021

5.0

Very happy with him.

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March 24, 2021

5.0

He was very professional and human

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March 24, 2021

5.0

He made sure to tell me everything he was doing before he did it, made me feel at ease, and made me feel comfortable asking him questions.

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March 24, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond is just great. Hes friendly, knowledgeable, explains things thoroughly. Everything youd want in a provider.

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March 23, 2021

5.0

Very nice, funny and well averse

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March 20, 2021

5.0

Very calm and made me feel at ease with his demeanor. I liked that when I asked questions he didnt make me feel like I was asking something trivial. I would highly recommend Dr. Hammond.

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March 16, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond took his time to make sure he addressed my concerns and he explained all processes very thoroughly.

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March 11, 2021

5.0

He was extremely nice, gentle and knowledgeable. He answered all of my questions and was very thorough.

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March 09, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond is such a wonderful doctor!! He's very personable and has great bedside manner. He also was very informative about the progression of my pregnancy. He also made me feel at ease regarding concerns that I had

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March 09, 2021

5.0

Doctor Hammond was warm and kind and made an uncomfortable once a year experience very easy to get through.

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March 06, 2021

5.0

The doctor was very gentle and answered all my questions

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March 03, 2021

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr. Hammond for many years and trust his observations and his judgment. I appreciate his expertise and his demeanor and plan to continue to work with him for many years ahead.

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March 03, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond is kind, compassionate, and caring.

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March 03, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond is a caring, kind, and wonderful physician. He takes time to listen and respond to any concerns I may have, and addresses them clearly and concisely.

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March 02, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond is the most professional, caring, kind man. He listens, he engages, and he is honest

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February 16, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hammond, has a great bedside manner listen to my concerns examined me and prescribed medicine to relieve my symptoms.

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February 16, 2021

5.0

Bedside manner, professionalism, making me feel comfortable to ask questions

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February 15, 2021

5.0

He was kind and explained what was happening and what the next steps would be. I felt he was very knowledgeable.

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February 03, 2021

5.0

Kind and friendly!

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