Jonathan B. Strauss, MD

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Primary Specialty

Radiation Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 2004
Residency:
Rush University Medical Center - 2009

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Radiology - Radiation 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 

283 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

90 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

90 Reviews

August 30, 2023

5.0

Explains well, very kind

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August 24, 2023

5.0

He took his time explaining risk/benefit, discussing options and allowing questions. Also kind & caring.

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August 23, 2023

5.0

Takes time to answer my questions!

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August 22, 2023

5.0

Attentive to my concerns, great education about proposed treatment, listened to my wishes about plan of care, respected my place in decision making

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August 22, 2023

5.0

He was my mother's dr 8 years ago. She had a lot of issues and he was amazing.

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August 22, 2023

5.0

He really seems to love what he is doing and seems passionate about it. He's also very kind and listens

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August 12, 2023

5.0

Very compassionate and explains everything really well.

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August 10, 2023

5.0

Very thorough, thoughtful and knowledgeable physician and shows that he cares for his patients.

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August 08, 2023

5.0

As above - plus seemed knowledgeable and has ready access to specialty care and tools to meet my physiological requirements

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August 04, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss is extremely knowledgeable, professional and caring.

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August 01, 2023

5.0

He makes me feel comfortable and seems to know what he is doing

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July 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss is friendly, professional, downloads his knowledge in understandable terms. Positive and felt more at ease after meeting with him.

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July 29, 2023

5.0

Spends a lot of time with patients. I trust him.

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July 26, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, caring and took time to explain treatment.

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July 25, 2023

5.0

His expertise, bedside manner and explanation of treatment are all outstanding.

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July 22, 2023

5.0

Kind, concerned and knowledgeable not only in his specialty but he provided helpful information in areas that affected me.

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July 19, 2023

5.0

Dr Strauss was very thorough and thoughtful in his communication. It was a great first consultation when there are so many unknowns and information overload.

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July 18, 2023

5.0

Professional, well trained, kind and thorough MD. Did not rush me, comprehensively explained everything to me and was empathetic and caring on the process.

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July 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss is extremely thorough and an expert in his field. Explains things really well, listens and answers all questions clearly and patiently.

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July 11, 2023

5.0

He explained his recommendations very thoroughly and allowed time for me to ask questions. Very caring and compassionate.

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July 10, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and personable

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July 08, 2023

5.0

Good communication, empathic

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July 06, 2023

5.0

Appreciate the time he has taken with my case. I know I am complicated. I appreciate his straight-forward answers.

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June 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss seemed very knowledgeable, was very patient and answering all my questions.

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June 27, 2023

5.0

He is a great communicator, explains everything very well. Comes across as very gentle and kind. But most importantly very well educated and can tell he does a lot of research.

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Pleasant and knowledgeable

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June 13, 2023

5.0

Very likely he's extremely knowledgeable and compassionate

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June 13, 2023

5.0

He is precise and informative about radiation therapy and treatment

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June 13, 2023

5.0

He is very nice and thoughtful of my feelings. Answered all of my questions. I felt he is very competent to take care of me.

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June 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss is patient, kind, informative and sensitive.

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June 11, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and good communicator

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June 08, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss and his staff are very professional, knowledgeable, and caring.

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June 07, 2023

5.0

Appreciated the time he took with Stein to discuss my case. Took time to answer my questions. Honest about side effects, not much data on NHer2 and radiation. Believe he will help manage whatever crazy comes my way.

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Very good doctor

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Dr Strauss has a wonderful bedside manner. He is kind, patient and takes time to answer questions.

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May 23, 2023

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and a caring Doctor!

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May 19, 2023

5.0

He takes very good care of this patient.

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May 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss has a very kind demeanor… makes you feel like you are the most important thing he is focused on at that time. I have never felt like he was in a rush to get to the next patient

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May 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss is knowledgeable and walked me through entire process.

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May 18, 2023

5.0

Dr Strauss and his assistant were extremely thorough in their explanation of my treatment plan.

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May 16, 2023

5.0

recommended by someone who worked at hospital, explains things well

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May 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss explained everything very well, took his time explaining the process. I never felt like he was rushing in and out.

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Explains procedures and made me feel comfortable.

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May 07, 2023

5.0

Can be trusted.

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May 03, 2023

5.0

very professional and friendly.

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May 02, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss and resident explained procedure with care, patience and answered all my questions

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May 02, 2023

5.0

Takes time to explain things thoroughly. He worked me into his schedule sooner than my original appointment which was appreciated. Only met him the one time.

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May 02, 2023

5.0

Takes very good care of patient

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May 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss was very thorough, patient, calming and compassionate. He made a scary diagnosis more understandable.

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April 06, 2023

5.0

The most compassionate and professional Dr ❤️ Thank You Dr Strauss for giving my life back.

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April 06, 2023

5.0

He is knowledgeable and demonstrates his strong interest in helping his patients to get better. He is patient with all questions.

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March 31, 2023

5.0

I was very impressed with Dr. Strauss. His explanations were detailed and he was very pleasant. I feel very comfortable under his care.

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March 23, 2023

5.0

I only really met Dr. Strauss once, but he seems very caring and understanding.

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March 22, 2023

5.0

He explained things very thoroughly and made me feel like I was part of the plan.

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss is incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and patient and took the time to explain my questions.

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Recommendation of a friend

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March 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss and his team have done a great job on my CT for the radiation. They made the precise measurements to locate the position. Thanks a lot. [name]

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March 15, 2023

5.0

Dr Strauss explained why radiation is needed and the role of it

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March 12, 2023

5.0

Was sensitive to my concerns, explained process so that I would understand

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March 09, 2023

5.0

Caring. Informative

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March 09, 2023

5.0

He answered all my questions in a kindly manner.

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March 08, 2023

5.0

He is a good guy and professional!

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March 04, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss is the best. very professional. Thanks, [name]

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February 28, 2023

5.0

Great communication skills and expertise. Explained the situation thoroughly in terms I could understand,

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February 25, 2023

5.0

Discussed choices and explained

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February 22, 2023

5.0

Outstanding,knowledgeable, polite!

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February 21, 2023

5.0

Dr Strauss took his time to explain what the next step would be, and why I would only need the minimal amount of radiation. He also made time for any questions that I may have had, which I did not have any due to he explained everything so well. I was made to feel very at ease.

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February 20, 2023

5.0

He was patient and answered all my questions.

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February 15, 2023

5.0

The doctor was so careful and kind!!

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February 10, 2023

5.0

He took his time and answered all my questions

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February 02, 2023

5.0

Efficient, knowledgeable Feel like they care about me

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February 01, 2023

5.0

Extremely kind and professional.

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January 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss made me feel at ease and explained my options clearly. He came to my appointment prepared and knew all the details of my case from start to finish. He spent ample time with me, was not rushed and was willing to answer all my questions.

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January 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Strauss and his team are very personable and tell me all details of what will happen. I like knowing what the process will be and any side effects to watch for.

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January 24, 2023

5.0

I was impressed he recited my whole history. Had explained his role & plan.

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January 24, 2023

5.0

demonstrated mastery of his field and an excellent communicator.

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January 24, 2023

5.0

Take his time to explain and very caring .

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January 19, 2023

5.0

A very nice caring professional doctor

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January 18, 2023

5.0

Listen well & clear explanations of what options would be

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January 13, 2023

5.0

Excellent care

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January 12, 2023

5.0

Nice and professional

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January 12, 2023

5.0

Dr. Strauss is an an excellent doctor. He was very thorough, caring and spent a lot of time explaining my treatment plan and answered my questions.

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January 10, 2023

5.0

Told me how my treatments will be to a point that I could understand everything

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January 10, 2023

5.0

This was my first meeting with Dr. Strauss. He gave me a very detailed synopsis of my medical history and presented options for the next steps forward.

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January 10, 2023

5.0

Very knowledge, great at providing details that is easily understood and patient with questions.

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January 05, 2023

5.0

Very experienced, great approach with patient care & communication

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January 04, 2023

5.0

He is kind and patient

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December 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Strauss is always personable, caring, and professional.

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December 24, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable Kind

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December 22, 2022

5.0

I can't say enough good comments about Dr. Strauss. He fully explained everything to me in terms I could understand and you could tell he is highly intelligent. He also possesses the wonderful quality of having a very comforting bedside manner. I was lucky to have found him as my radiation oncologist.

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