Babak S. Jahromi, MD, PhD

Babak S. Jahromi, MD, PhD

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Primary Specialty

Neurological Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Bypass Surgery / Moyamoya
  • Carotid/Vertebral Artery Disease
  • Cavernous Malformation
  • Cerebral Aneurysm
  • Microvascular compression syndromes
  • Spine Vascular
  • Trigeminal Neuralgia
  • Vascular Malformation/Brain

Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine - 1995
Professional Education:
PhD, University of Chicago - 2003
Residency:
University of Toronto - 2005
Fellowships:
Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System - 2006
University at Buffalo - 2008

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Languages Spoken

  • Farsi

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery (Certified)
  • The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada* - Neurological Surgery (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
Delnor Hospital
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

456 Ratings

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August 31, 2022

5.0

Although we waited for 1 hour and 15 minutes past our scheduled time, I have all the respect in the world for this doctor. He is sooo worth it!

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and professional

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August 23, 2022

5.0

A very friendly, knowledgeable, as well as very excellent manners

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Muy profesional, y se toma su tiempo para orientar al paciente

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Explains well not rushed !

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Jahromi sat down and went over every possible aspect of my surgery. He took his time and did not rush through my appointment time. He did not act like he was in a hurry to go somewhere else. He seemed genuinely interested in me.

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August 19, 2022

5.0

He's the best neurosurgeon

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August 19, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and caring.

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August 18, 2022

5.0

Really liked his bedside manor! Listened to me, liked him very much….

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August 17, 2022

5.0

He is very professional and an expert in his field

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August 17, 2022

5.0

I really like Dr Jahromi, I love his personality, demeanor and I believe he is an awesome doctor. Unfortunately, I would probably tell whomever I referred him to to be prepared to wait as my experience is that he is not on time.

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August 13, 2022

5.0

High level of confidence and trust. Yes, he gives me "Here's what the MRA/MRI shows; but the minutes he spends talking one-to-one and listening make me feel like he cares. Yes, I would recommend him.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Jahromi is very caring, friendly and compassionate.

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August 04, 2022

5.0

I have been under Dr. Jahromi’s care for the last 6 years. I am always impressed by not only his level of competence but also his care and compassion. His dedication to the culture of Northwestern Medicine is quite obvious and greatly appreciated.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

The dr was very upfront with us and we felt confident in his course of treatment.

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July 24, 2022

5.0

Treats patient in a manner that instills confidence in his judgment, I felt he was concerned about my well being as a person in his care

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July 22, 2022

5.0

Very concise, informative and takes time to speak and answer questions.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

Saved my life and never gives up

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July 20, 2022

5.0

Nothing short of amazing.

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July 16, 2022

5.0

Me sentí muy bien con todo lo que me explicó

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Excellent experience

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July 07, 2022

5.0

Friendly with great bedside maner.

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July 07, 2022

5.0

I have confidence that he knows what he is doing I trust him

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July 06, 2022

5.0

Very professional

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July 06, 2022

5.0

informative skilled

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Dr Jahromi and his team are fantastic.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

He was knowledgeable and friendly

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June 19, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor and surgeon!

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June 18, 2022

5.0

great person and even better Dr.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

He has such a good bedside manner He explained things thoroughly and answered questions. He seems like he genuinely cares

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June 16, 2022

5.0

He is at the top of his field profesionally. In addition, he is caring and compassionate. Explains conditions and concerns thoroughly in a understandable but not condescending manner.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

So skilled, and so in the moment and felt very assured that he had my back

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June 14, 2022

5.0

Reason 4 score is because of the kindnesses & attitudes.

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June 14, 2022

5.0

Personable and knowledgeable. Very patient.

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June 09, 2022

5.0

Caring doctor that explained options and showed films to explain condition. Very kind and informative.

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June 06, 2022

5.0

Good communicator, caring and sensitive.

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June 06, 2022

5.0

Puts patients at ease. Informative. Open to discussion.

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Extremely intelligent w/o being snobbish or aloof; gentle; good sense of humor; really cares about his patients.

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable, he was honest and I appreciated how forthcoming he was when providing recommendations

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Dr. Babak S. Jahromi listens, explains and has patience for my concern. I feel very comfortable and confident under his care.

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Trustworthy

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May 23, 2022

5.0

Extremely competent and kind.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Feel he has my best interests when considering care

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Asked good questions and listened.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Fixing my head

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May 15, 2022

5.0

he is an expert in his field and I trust him completely.

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May 11, 2022

5.0

Preparedness- did his homework and was aware of my health issues Expertise- brought education and experience and a keen awareness of research to discussion. Good listener- my voice was heard and respected Critical thinker- logically blended information, experience, and education to form an understandable diagnosis and plan of action. Compassionate- took time to help me understand and be supportive

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May 10, 2022

5.0

Answered all my questions and made me feel at ease. Talk to me like a person, not just a "thing"

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May 09, 2022

5.0

excellent surgeon and personable

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May 09, 2022

5.0

His Experience and the way he relates to his patients. He is precise and answers all questions.

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May 06, 2022

5.0

Takes the time to explain testing and procedures. Great Dr. demeanor.

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May 05, 2022

5.0

My family has declared if they have any neurological medical issues, they want no one else, other than Dr. Jahromi to attend to them. There are not enough superlatives to express our confidence in his practice!

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May 05, 2022

5.0

He is caring

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May 03, 2022

5.0

He was awesome.

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April 28, 2022

5.0

Personable, trustworthy, knowledgeable and listened well

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April 26, 2022

5.0

Firstly, I was surprised to find how personable Dr. Jahromie was; AND so informative! I cannot begin to express how grateful I am that he was willing to sit with me and my husband and answer all of our questions and concerns. I will soon be moving hours away. We have already decided we will travel back to see him when needed

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April 24, 2022

5.0

he is a wonderful doctor.

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April 24, 2022

5.0

He was calming, clear, easy to speak with. I left my appointment with great confidence in his knowledge and the care he would provide.

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April 16, 2022

4.0

These poor bunnies definitely needed a few good meals

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April 13, 2022

5.0

He really cares. Very smart. Great communication.

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April 11, 2022

5.0

Knowledge, clear explanations, respect, a willingness to answer all questions.

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April 10, 2022

5.0

Porque es un buen doctor,y es un buen hospital

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April 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Jahromi has been wonderful. Incredibly knowledgeable, caring bedside manner. He is patient and always answers all of our questions. I feel fortunate to be under the care of him and his team.

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April 07, 2022

5.0

He fully explains the situation along with any concerns. He has a personal touch to his skills.

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April 03, 2022

5.0

Very nice person

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March 23, 2022

5.0

Explained everything clearly so I can understand.

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March 20, 2022

5.0

He is wonderful.

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March 18, 2022

5.0

We feel the surgeries performed should have been done sooner to avoid stroke and loss of vision.

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March 16, 2022

5.0

Was very attentive and was not hurried.

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March 16, 2022

5.0

Like I said very personal doctor

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March 12, 2022

5.0

She explained everything well to me

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March 10, 2022

5.0

Kind, compassionate. Surgery was highly successful.

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March 07, 2022

5.0

Kind, compassionate and a great sense of humor making a scary situation easier to digest.

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March 06, 2022

5.0

He was well informed of. y situation before he met. He also NEVER made me feel rushed. He answered all of my questions in detail and even showed me a You Tube video to help illustrate. Seems ver confident but NOT arrogant. The same is true of his PA Trisha.

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March 03, 2022

5.0

Can’t tell if there is a serious concern…. But I can understand he would err on the side f xaution

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February 26, 2022

5.0

Friendly, good communicator, thoroughly explained my issues. I believe he is everything I could want in a brain surgeon.

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February 23, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable, patient and kind. He listened and addressed all my concerns.

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February 19, 2022

5.0

He was very professional, answered all my questions and concerns and at the same time sincere, respectful and kind. I liked him very much.

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February 18, 2022

5.0

Vey good Doctor

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February 17, 2022

5.0

Absolutely amazing! Wonderful! I could go on and on. Tricia Raetz RN is fantastic, too!

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February 13, 2022

5.0

Personable, professional, listens, explains reasoning for findings, and future interventions with plan of care

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February 13, 2022

5.0

They were both very easy to talk to and I felt immediately comfortable and confident in their care.

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February 12, 2022

5.0

He is a great doctor who treats his patients with care,

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February 10, 2022

5.0

Dr. Jahromi was very professional and caring.

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February 08, 2022

5.0

His skill and compassion is my reason

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February 07, 2022

5.0

He is very professional but personable.

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February 03, 2022

5.0

I fell very well informed and all options totally explained to me I feel confident I can make a decision after weighing my options

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February 03, 2022

5.0

A mi padre le dio un derrame cerebral y gracias al doctor Babak S. Jahromi, MD PhD ahoy está en recuperación.

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January 30, 2022

5.0

Able to answer all concerns

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January 30, 2022

5.0

Very experienced

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January 21, 2022

5.0

Brilliant, dedicated surgeon with a personality to match. I would recommend him in a nanosecond.

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January 20, 2022

5.0

He has a great bedside manner

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January 20, 2022

5.0

Explains his reasoning for everything very well.

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January 19, 2022

5.0

Fixed my problem. Very personable and great staff.

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January 03, 2022

5.0

Dr. Jahromi is very thorough and precise. He is an excellent surgeon and communicates with patient very well.

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January 01, 2022

5.0

Dr. Jahromi is an excellent doctor and surgeon who explained options and also risks for surgery. It is apparent he is conscientious and has great skills. We are thankful he was on duty to perform my surgery. He was a pleasure to deal with and I have total confidence in his abilities. We are so thankful for him and Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

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December 30, 2021

5.0

He did a very good surgery

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December 19, 2021

5.0

Dr Jahromi speaks to me like I have a brain and am capable of making decisions together with him. I feel like he is treating me as a person and respects me. He listens to my concerns and really hears me. I have been under his care for almost two years and will have an ongoing doctor patient relationship. I am grateful to him every day. Thank you Dr Jahromi!

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December 16, 2021

5.0

Dr. Jahromi is the best! He explains things well, and instills a high degree of confidence in me, his patient, and my family. He is a top practitioner in his field and I trust him to do a thorough job for my surgeries. I have had four surgeries with him thus far, and listening to him and watching him in the Operating Room, double checking that everyone knows what the procedure will be, its location, etc., puts me at ease before each procedure. of course, i hope not to have any more procedures, but he cannot control my biology!

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December 15, 2021

5.0

Dr. Jahromi is a highly skilled neurosurgeon. That alone would give him a 10 out of 10. However, what sets him above so many is his genuine concern for his patients. He is thorough, compassionate, and pleasant. I feel beyond fortunate he is my doctor.

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Babak S. Jahromi, MD, PhD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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