William J. Catalona, MD

William J. Catalona, MD

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Urology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Yale University School of Medicine - 1968
Residency:
University of California (San Francisco) - 1970
Johns Hopkins University - 1976

Languages Spoken

  • French
  • Spanish

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Urology - Urology (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

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August 30, 2022

5.0

He is very easy to communicate with.

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August 28, 2022

5.0

Dr. Catalona explained my husbands medical issues in detail. Also made time for our questions.

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August 27, 2022

5.0

Referred to him from a friend who also had prostate cancer, his credentials are impressive.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Dr Catalona and Jennifer were thorough and helpful.

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and professional

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August 20, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable—listens and responds to questions— and the best in his field.

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August 20, 2022

5.0

Made me fill safe

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August 20, 2022

5.0

Great doctor!

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August 19, 2022

5.0

great doctor explains everything

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August 19, 2022

5.0

Seven and one half years ago, Dr. Catalona accepted me as a patient, was candid in his assessment and operated on me saving my life.

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August 19, 2022

5.0

top of his field

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August 15, 2022

5.0

Ver knowledgeable

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August 15, 2022

5.0

I as his new patient and my wife have full and total trust in Dr Catalonas professionalism

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August 10, 2022

5.0

I found Dr Catalona very knowledgeable, through and having a great demeanor. Answered all my questions and addressed my concerns. Great job of explaining the Cystoscopy test as he was preforming it. Well satisfied with today’s appointment.

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August 10, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, passionate, caring!

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Took the time to explain

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Experience and knowledge

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August 06, 2022

5.0

Have received excellent care from him

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August 05, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable in the field of study ,

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August 02, 2022

5.0

Professional and knowledgeable.

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August 01, 2022

5.0

courteous, caring, thorough, informing

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August 01, 2022

5.0

The expertise of Dr Catalona as well as his friendly and good natured way of explaining your condition and the path of treatment.

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July 29, 2022

5.0

Like Dr. Catalina's way of explaining things

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July 27, 2022

5.0

He is the most informative Dr. I've seen in my entire life to date. I feel safer under his care.

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July 25, 2022

5.0

This was my first appointment with Dr Catalona and was very satisfied. I found Dr Catalona to be friendly, attentive and thorough. Addressed my concerns and answered my questions.

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July 23, 2022

5.0

Renown expert and well respected

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July 23, 2022

5.0

All of my expectations were met to my satisfaction

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July 22, 2022

5.0

Very thorough when explaining everything.

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July 22, 2022

5.0

Great doctor and surgeon

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July 22, 2022

5.0

I am pleased with the care provided by Dr. Catalona.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

Nice guy, and he knows his stuff.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, cares about the patient, trustworthy

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July 17, 2022

5.0

the absolute best doctor ever

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July 17, 2022

5.0

His knowledge and skills are amazing

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July 16, 2022

5.0

The best of the best. Supreme knowledge & a very humble attitude. He’s a good man!

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July 15, 2022

5.0

From my first visit 13 years ago, the doctor has taken time beyond expectations to provide information and care.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Always thorough, considerate and especially knowledgeable

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Best in his field. Pioneering prostate cancer researcher. Feel very confident in his judgment

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July 15, 2022

5.0

He is the best.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

He is a superb urologic oncologist.Dr. Catalona is very cordial, compassionate, and thorough.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Most personal Doctor I’ve ever met and dedicated his whole life to urology

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July 08, 2022

5.0

He is the best in the world and he saved my life from very aggressive prostrate cancer. There is no doubt in my mind if I had not gone to doctor Catalona I would not be here today.

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July 08, 2022

5.0

He treats you like you are his only patient

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July 05, 2022

5.0

I'm still alive because of his care

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July 05, 2022

5.0

I believe he is the top man in this country and possibly the world. With all of his fame, he is very approachable and friendly.

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July 03, 2022

5.0

He is probably the top urologist in the country, a great surgeon and a very passionate person

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July 01, 2022

5.0

Dr took his time to explain everything

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July 01, 2022

4.0

Once with the doctor, service is great. Getting to see him was not pleasant and I was not proactively told the reasons for the unacceptable waiting time.

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June 27, 2022

5.0

his experience and broad knowledge of my issues

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June 21, 2022

5.0

the ultimate professional

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June 21, 2022

5.0

Dr. Catalona and his team are exceptional!

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June 17, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor/urologist.

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June 17, 2022

5.0

Good Doctor and Good Human Being

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June 17, 2022

5.0

He cares about his patience

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June 17, 2022

5.0

He’s simply the best and saved my Dads life.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

He spends time explaining the results with the patient

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Concerned and knowledgeable care. I am glad to receive a good health report card and of course, that makes for a happy day as well.

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June 14, 2022

5.0

Super smart, personable and kind

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June 13, 2022

5.0

Great Dr.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Excellent care with great communication

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June 07, 2022

5.0

He is very knowledgeable, and takes the time to explain options. He is very meticulous which is what you want in a doctor.

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June 05, 2022

5.0

have only seen him once but was quite impressed with his competence

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June 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Catalona is a highly respected Urologist, but always takes time to explain test results and care.

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June 03, 2022

5.0

An amazing doctor...

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June 03, 2022

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr. Catalona since 2001. He is very humble, caring and highly professional. Thank you Dr. Catalona.

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June 03, 2022

5.0

He is a loving and caring doctor

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and experienced. Takes time to explain reason for diagnosis and management.

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May 31, 2022

5.0

He is just a great doctor, wonderful to have treating you.

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May 31, 2022

5.0

He diagnosed my medical condition, and described options for treatment. The treatment I chose is working well

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May 29, 2022

5.0

He’s very smart, detailed and caring

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May 28, 2022

5.0

He was very attentive and genuinely concerned with my worries extremely professional yet warm and kind.

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May 27, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable & personable doc.

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May 25, 2022

5.0

Amazing doctor. Brilliant researcher and surgeon. Takes time with his patients. Explains things well. Very caring. World class doctor. Privileged to be his patient.

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May 25, 2022

5.0

Very informative and great personality

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly and prompt service

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May 21, 2022

5.0

He is the best around!

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May 20, 2022

5.0

He is very kind and compassionate

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May 20, 2022

5.0

The leader in the field of Frosty cancer. After I read his publication and we have a discussion he makes things understandable to me and I’ve seen him go above and a board to treat me as patient. I think he’s the best there is when it comes to prostate cancer care. He always gives me a logical answer that I can understand.

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Great doctor and surgeon

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May 20, 2022

5.0

He’s thorough and explains everything in detail. He also answers any of my questions.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Dr. Catalona is the best of the best he is thoughtful and has helped me heal

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May 10, 2022

5.0

He's the best.

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May 10, 2022

5.0

Dr Catalona is the best doctor that I know in Urology.

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May 10, 2022

5.0

He has long and deep experience in treating prostate cancer and as mentioned above is a leading specialist in the field.

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May 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Catalona delivers results and is the best at what he does...

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May 06, 2022

5.0

Very good Doctor

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May 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Catalona is at the Top of his game

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May 03, 2022

5.0

Fully recovered from my surgery. He is a passionate dedicated physician

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May 03, 2022

5.0

High level of professional scills

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May 01, 2022

5.0

I believe there is no one better in the urology - cancer area than Dr. Catalona!

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April 29, 2022

5.0

His background and ability to explain everything in terms that a non medical person can understand makes me appreciate him.

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April 28, 2022

5.0

Very thorough Doctor explains all your questions

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April 22, 2022

5.0

He has caused my PSA reading to be barely detectable.

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April 19, 2022

5.0

On time quality service He and his staff made me feel comfortable

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April 01, 2022

5.0

He is an world class expert

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April 01, 2022

5.0

I have a full confidence in expertise of dr Catalona

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April 01, 2022

5.0

Dr CATALONA did my surgery, did a great job, keeps my records and is knowledgable .

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March 31, 2022

5.0

After meeting him I wasVery reassured that he is a caring physician who wants to help his patients have the best possible outcome.

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March 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. Catalona and his staff represent the best in Urology care. Dr. Catalona saved my life from the misery of Prostate Cancer.I greatly appreciate the excellent care I have received over the past 15 years.

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Industry Relationships

Consulting / Related Activities

Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

  • American Urological Association (AUA)
  • Society of Urologic Oncology (SUO)

Service on Board of Directors

Faculty member served in a fiduciary capacity, such as a board member/director, officer, or trustee, for the following companies or other entities

  • Urological Research Foundation

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