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William J. Catalona, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Urology

Secondary Specialty

Urologic Oncology

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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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5.0

5.0

1553 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

Above and he has helped me for 10+ years.

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April 23, 2025

5.0

His knowledge, professionalism, and experience our top

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April 22, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and answers all my questions.

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April 20, 2025

5.0

He was very knowledgeable and patient. He took the time to thoroughly explain things to us.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

Very personal. Great bedside manner. Very willing to teach/ share his knowledge.

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Catalona is the best urologist there is.

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Very humble and caring professional

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Very thorough, takes his time to explain everything and answer any questions about your care.

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Catalona and Allison both exhibit head and heart. In other words, they are knowledgeable and kind!

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April 04, 2025

5.0

Very very good service. Thanks @ Dr. Catalona and team. Dr. Catalona is always very very nice, I and my whole family have very highly appreciate to Dr. Catalona

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April 02, 2025

5.0

Prof. Catalona is an exceptional human being in addition to being the best in his field.

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Catalona is the best. We couldn't have found a better Dr. to take care of my husband.

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March 28, 2025

5.0

One of the best Dr's in the country!!!!

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Best in the business!!!!

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March 26, 2025

5.0

He's the best!

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March 25, 2025

5.0

More concerned about patients than business

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March 25, 2025

5.0

He is fantastic

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March 25, 2025

5.0

WHEN YOU ARE A GREAT DOCTOR AND THE HUMAN SIDE OF HIM IS ONE THAT LETS YOU KNOW YOU ARE IN GOOD HANDS WHEN HE MAKE THE PLAN FOR KEEPING YOU A LIVE. THAT'S ONE REASON DR. CATALONA IS ONE OF THE BEST. NORTHWESTERN: YOU NEED MORE LIKE HIM. PHILLIP OSBORNE WITHERS JR PHD.

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March 23, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgeable and quick . He responds to messages much faster than other physicians I have. He is thorough in his examinations.

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March 22, 2025

5.0

Best in class surgeon, physician, and cutting edge research.

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March 21, 2025

5.0

All of my interactions with Dr have resulted in not only being free of cancer, but has put me at ease and eliminated anxiety and fear.

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March 21, 2025

5.0

He really does care about his patients medical care and health

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Personable, knowledgeable and thorough

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March 16, 2025

5.0

Thorough, thoughtful, kind, professional and knowledgeable with experience.

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March 16, 2025

5.0

The best in his field. Extremely knowledgeable and personable. Took plenty of time to explain everything. Excellent followup. Very lucky to have been referred to him.

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March 15, 2025

5.0

he is excellent!

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March 14, 2025

5.0

He is an excellent Dr. Very knowledgeable, Professional.

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March 14, 2025

5.0

He is very thorough and shows complete attention and interest in my care.

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March 14, 2025

5.0

He's very informed about the subject matter of his specialization. Also, his research also is reassuring the he's also learning new things.

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March 14, 2025

5.0

He is the best doctor ever. World class

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March 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Catalona and his team provide excellent care. All of my follow ups show negative return of the cancer.

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March 07, 2025

5.0

He is always patient and kind!

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March 05, 2025

5.0

Best in his field as a Dr. and is generally awesome all around

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March 02, 2025

5.0

He loves what he does and it is reflected in his care

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March 02, 2025

5.0

A great doctor he save my life in the past. I drove over 380 miles to see him.

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March 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Catalona is a consummate professional. He show respect for the patient and answers questions clearly.

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February 28, 2025

5.0

Dr Catalona is the very best in the world. Also, he is very nice, compassionate, educational and takes all the time one needs.

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February 25, 2025

5.0

THE BEST ! LIJE HIM A LOT AND TRUST WHAT HE TELLS ME

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February 23, 2025

5.0

He explains everything carefully. He listens. He is kind, thorough and patient. He is extremely knowledgeable about his field and clearly a great surgeon.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

He is the best

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February 21, 2025

5.0

Leading expertise. Terrific patient interaction.

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February 19, 2025

5.0

He is the head of his field. I wouldn't want anyone else helping me understand my prostate health. He cared about me as a person. That matters too. He explains things very well.

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February 17, 2025

5.0

The best!!!

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February 10, 2025

5.0

Great, Professional doctor

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February 10, 2025

5.0

Because of Dr. Catalona's expertise.

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February 09, 2025

5.0

Dr Catalona is so thorough in his exams and healthcare. His care for me as a patient goes well beyond my urological health. I feel blessed to have ended up in his care

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February 09, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgeable, compassionate, and professional, a winning trifecta

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February 08, 2025

5.0

highly recommended by family

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February 07, 2025

5.0

Catalona is a leader in the field. He allows time for questions and always has an answer.

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January 31, 2025

5.0

Doctor Catalona is very professional and thoughtful. He is very knowledgeable and caring.

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January 29, 2025

5.0

I was operated by Dr Catalona 9 years ago and have no issues at all

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January 24, 2025

5.0

Excellent record of success, continues to research

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January 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Catalona is the best anywhere.

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January 22, 2025

5.0

He is world renowned in his field. But, also non pretentious.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

He is a life saver.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Catalona is experienced, is very patient with his patients and students, clearly explains himself and my condition, etc. He has a GREAT ability to communicate clearly, calmly and patiently.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Terrific doctor, czding, and professional

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January 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Catalina is the best in the world.

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January 10, 2025

5.0

I don't think I would have had the same results from any other physician.

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January 05, 2025

5.0

Exceptionally skilled Dr. / Surgeon

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January 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Catalona is extemely knowledgeable and shows thT he cares about me

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January 03, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor

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December 31, 2024

5.0

He is the best, great communicator, really caring

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December 27, 2024

5.0

he is a respected key thought leader in his field

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December 25, 2024

5.0

Excellent care

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December 21, 2024

5.0

Highest quality doctor in all areas. A true professional

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December 21, 2024

5.0

Personal caring

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December 20, 2024

5.0

he is great!

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Catalona and his team are excellent in all respects: conscientious, caring, informative, and good-humored. He always answers all of my questions and gives me clear guidance on my course of care.

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December 18, 2024

5.0

Absolutely the best Dr. In urology. Wisdom, experience and bedside manners are the reasons.

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December 13, 2024

5.0

Knowledge. Takes time to explain in detail findings and meaning of of the findings.

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December 07, 2024

5.0

Cancer free for nine years. Outstanding surgeon. Excellent follow up and staff.

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December 06, 2024

5.0

Dr Catalona was carefull to go into detail about my condition and to explain the reasons for his recommendations in a way I could understand.

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December 06, 2024

5.0

Dr. Catalona is a recognized leader in his field. His expertise is unmatched.

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November 25, 2024

5.0

He seemingly knows has trade and that afforded me confidence in his recommendation.

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November 23, 2024

5.0

Saved my life!!

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November 23, 2024

5.0

Dr. Catalano is outstanding doctor. Very thoughtful and caring.

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November 22, 2024

5.0

He "is the best".

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November 22, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable, professional and caring.

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November 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Catalona is an excellent physician

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November 16, 2024

5.0

I am a surgeon and medically understand that he is extremely smart and right always. He knows what is happening and is very thorough. He sets my mind at ease. He is not an alarmist. Very personable.

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November 14, 2024

5.0

Dr Catalona was fantastic. Extremely knowledgeable and thorough on his treatment suggestions.

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October 24, 2024

5.0

#1 in USA

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October 22, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable, caring and answers the questions you have.

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October 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Catalona is an extremely knowledgeable physican-an expert in his field! I have been his patient for many years. He explains things in layman's terms and always takes time with you- calls you personally, answers messaging on weekends, etc. He truly cares about his patients! The residents he has "under his wing" have been great, and you can see they have a lot of respect for him.

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October 16, 2024

5.0

Very humble and outstanding doctor in his field. I am fortunate and blessed to have known Dr. Catalona for the last 24 years

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October 12, 2024

5.0

Remarkedly helpful in directing your medical needs. Not only addressing your urological problems, but your overall health situation in general.

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October 11, 2024

5.0

The way he treats me and how he explain everything I think is very good. I personally think doctor Catalona is one of the best doctors in the country God bless him.

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October 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Catalona and team are unbelievably kind, generous with time, and world class in knowledge.

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September 27, 2024

5.0

He is the exemplar model of what a physician/surgeon/scientist should be.

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September 27, 2024

5.0

His judgement

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September 27, 2024

5.0

Dr Catalona best Dr I ever had. Very knowledgeable and answers all your questions. Really cares

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September 26, 2024

5.0

expertise

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September 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Catalona is an exceptionally gifted surgeon. The precursor operation (Aug 5) to the Sep 9th operation was difficult in the extreme; yet, he managed to pull a rabbit out the thehat. I dread to think what would have happened if that operation had taken place in Central Illinois rather than Chicago. My right kidney and bladder are now working properly thanks to him.

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September 23, 2024

5.0

He's the best in his field

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September 22, 2024

5.0

He cares about all his patients getting better

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September 21, 2024

5.0

13 1/2 years cancer free

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September 20, 2024

5.0

Treats you as a person not a patient

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September 18, 2024

5.0

Dr Catalona is the best doctor i have ever had

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September 16, 2024

5.0

very thorough and communicates personally

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