Seth M. Pollack, MD

Seth M. Pollack, MD

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Primary Specialty

Medical Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences - 2005
Residency:
George Washington University - 2008
Fellowships:
University of Washington - 2011

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology (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 

250 Ratings

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64 Reviews

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August 30, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable. And upbeat and positive

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August 29, 2023

5.0

Dr. Pollack is very thoroughly and caring, giving thoughtful answers to questions and explaining things fully. When problems arose connecting for this telehealth visit and I finally found a way to send a message, thinking any reply would be days in coming, he called immediately to carry out the visit by phone.

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August 27, 2023

5.0

Dr. Pollack is very knowledgeable, patient and positive. I feel like I’m in the best hands.

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August 22, 2023

5.0

Respected, knowledgeable and personable.

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August 20, 2023

5.0

He is very competent, takes the time to explain my condition, kind and compassionate. He doesn’t sugar coat my condition but also gives me hope. I can’t think of what more a patient could ask for.

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August 19, 2023

5.0

the appointment was right on time in addition to Dr. Pollack's great bedside manner

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August 15, 2023

5.0

At this time I feel he has taken a great deal of time and is very knowledgeable about my rare condition and explained to me what he plans to do so we can get things going for treatment options.

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August 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Pollack is great! He shares the necessary information with me, allows me to give input regarding treatment options, and then moves quickly to have treatments happen.

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August 04, 2023

5.0

Dr Pollack was thorough and very compassionate.

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July 24, 2023

5.0

Dr. Pollack is an expert in his field who involves me in my healthcare decisions by keeping me informed of options and seeking my opinion. I could not be more thankful for him!

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July 22, 2023

5.0

He listens and explains the problem to find the right solution or refer to the right doctor depending on the issue

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June 27, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable

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June 21, 2023

5.0

Very helpful

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Friendly and supportive

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Personable and knowledgeable

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June 15, 2023

4.0

He is thorough and honest while also friendly.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Pollack Is a renowned expert in Sarcoma’s and I’m going to therapy. How wonderful to be able to go to this doctor for my disease.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

very frendly and personal check on your health

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Dr Pollack tries to put you at ease about your medical condition. He is nice and makes use of the appointment time very well.

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May 23, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, compassionate, easy to communicate with, and he has a passion for medicine and research.

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May 11, 2023

5.0

Same- he’s understanding and helpful in reviewing my diagnosis and offering suggestions for my current treatment plan.

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Straight to the point.

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May 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Pollack is intelligent and possesses an excellent bedside manner.

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May 02, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, courteous, professionalism

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April 11, 2023

5.0

Very caring and thoroughly explains everything. Great listener.

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April 11, 2023

5.0

He’s honest, direct and a recognized leader in his fiield.

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April 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Pollack is very respectful and caring and always responds with care to questions and concerns.

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March 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Pollack was very thorough and responsive in answering all of my questions

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March 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Pollack answered my question with simplicity.

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March 27, 2023

5.0

Because he has the best Nurse!

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Clearly on top of his craft

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March 21, 2023

5.0

He is top in his field for leiomyosarcoma research and care… and he is so nice!!!! Great bedside manner! So supportive!! Really friendly. He makes me feel hopeful and well looked after. Thank you!!!!

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March 12, 2023

5.0

Knowledgable and easy to talk with.

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March 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Pollack provides World Class Care while caring for me as a person. He explains my issues and treatment options and involves me in the decision making.

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February 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Pollack is frank with his prognosis

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February 20, 2023

4.0

Dr. Pollack is one of the few experts in my type of sarcoma.

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January 31, 2023

5.0

He is a Very caring, intelligent and experienced doctor.

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January 24, 2023

5.0

Dr Pollack is always very thorough and compassionate. He answers each and every question asked if him. He takes his time answering my questions and backs up each answer with a very thorough response.

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December 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Pollack has a great personality and is very upbeat. Even though the situation isn't good, I feel more hopeful than before in treating my cancer.

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December 20, 2022

5.0

He explains everything very clearly. Listens to your concerns. Very patient and caring.

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December 17, 2022

5.0

I feel Dr. Pollack is extremely gifted to guide my treatment pathway. As he does, he also shows that he cares which I greatly appreciate.

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December 17, 2022

5.0

Dr Pollack listens and provides good care

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December 06, 2022

5.0

Dr Pollack was fantastic. He reviewed my records in advance. He was thorough and explained everything well. Dr Pollack is also compassionate.

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November 28, 2022

5.0

Dr. Pollack is always looking out for my cancer care and is always looking for new cancer treatments specifically to my type of cancer and I know I am in the right place to continue to fight this cancer diagnosis! Thank you so much Dr Pollack - I can’t thank him enough!!!!!

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November 22, 2022

5.0

He genuinely cares about his patience and treats them as such.

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November 13, 2022

5.0

Reassuring and knowledgeable

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November 09, 2022

5.0

He’s trying his utmost best to help with my healing.

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November 08, 2022

5.0

Dr took the time to explain the status of my GCT and showed me the images He answered my questions and concerns He is an expert in the field which is very calming.

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October 31, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, listens well, willing to explain

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October 25, 2022

5.0

He knows my case inside & out, answers all my questions, is a top expert in his field and works well with his team.

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October 19, 2022

5.0

Explained everything in detail And answered all My questions

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October 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. Pollack is an expert in his field who shows great care for me as a person.

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October 15, 2022

4.0

Dr was good

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October 09, 2022

5.0

Wonderful bedside manner with the knowledge of my disease conveyed to me in a patient manner for my understanding.

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October 07, 2022

5.0

Head of sarcoma. Great nurse in Elke

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October 05, 2022

5.0

Dr is very knowledgeable and makes sure that patient has good understanding of cancers path and treatment options. And listens and responds to patient questions and concerns

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October 01, 2022

5.0

Excellent healthcare advise and good bedside manners

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October 01, 2022

5.0

Education, experience, knowledge, reputation, sarcoma specialist

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September 27, 2022

5.0

Very thorough, caring and listened to my concerns.

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September 27, 2022

5.0

He has a welcoming attitude

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September 21, 2022

5.0

He takes his time to explain my test results he’s a very good doctor I like him.

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September 11, 2022

5.0

Engenders relaxed conversation for explaining details and process to follow

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September 06, 2022

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and so caring with all his cancer patients and I am beyond grateful to be a patient of him and his colleagues/office!!! There are actually no words to thank him enough!!!!

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September 06, 2022

5.0

The expertise of Dr. Pollack is quite apparent. He knows my case thoroughly and is most professional. He has a way of connecting with the patient to help her feel comfortable prior to beginning the medical part of the discussion. Practicing the science of medicine is different than understanding the “art “ of medicine and that patient - doctor relationship. He is that rare doctor who can do both. His patients benefit greatly.

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

  • AADI Bioscience
  • ACI Clinical
  • Atheneum Partners GmbH
  • Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
  • Community Cancer Education, Inc.
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  • Fallon Medica, LLC
  • Frog Capital
  • General Dynamics Corporation
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