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Saleh M. Eftaiha, MD

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330 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Colon and Rectal Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Benign Anorectal Surgery
Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal Disorders
Crohn’s Disease Surgery
Diverticulitis Surgery
Inflammatory Bowel Disease Surgery
Inherited Colorectal Cancer Syndromes
Intestinal Dismotility

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford - 2012
Residency:: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2018
Fellowships:: Rutgers Health/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School - 2019

Languages Spoken

Arabic

Board Certifications

American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery (Certified)
American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

330 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

81 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

81 Reviews

February 24, 2026

5.0

I felt very comfortable with Dr. Eftaiha. He did a wonderful job explaining everything to me and my husband.

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February 21, 2026

5.0

Very caring, personable and patient.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

As mentioned above, I cannot say enough positive things about this surgeon. I felt so comfortable and confident that I was getting the highest quality of care and I would continue to recommend him. I believe that everyone facing a surgery should be treated by someone with his level of skills & genuine empathy that he displays to patients.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

He was great

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Very nice

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February 13, 2026

5.0

He is very kind and thoughtful. Very knowledgeable and willing to answer all the questions I had.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

100% yes I recomend Dr.Saleh Mohamed.. very professional, very happy he treated me.

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February 12, 2026

5.0

He explained everything and was empathetic.

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Dr Eftaiha is a highly knowledgeable professional. He is thorough in taking history and in examination. His demeanor is helpful and caring. I am very confident of his abilities as regards the colostomy and associated points of care.

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Again he spent a lot of time with me I certainly enjoyed what he told me he seems like a very good doctor I would recommend him in my time

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Same as I said earlier. Very Kind & Knowledgeable!

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Explains procedure thoroughly. Easy to talk to. Spends plenty of time.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

He listened in depth to my concerns. Gave detailed steps regarding the logical progression toward my next surgery.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Doctor Eftaiha was very thoughtful, and he was extremely empathetic about my issue. He explained things carefully and he was helpful in keeping my mind at ease about my upcoming procedure and the recovery to follow.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Very down to earth and told me in practical terms what it would entail. Very personable, knowledgable, and helpful.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Very pleasant doctor great bedside manner. Very concerned and knowledgeable.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

I loved he listened to me, definitely not the greatest story and gave me details on recovery

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January 11, 2026

5.0

I believe his professional skills equal his communications and thoroughness in his presentation of options

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January 10, 2026

5.0

I feel understood and have complete understanding about my personal situation and the care I will be given.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

He is a true professional. Tremendous caregiver.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

He is an Excellent physician.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Professional Kind Good doctor

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Dr. Eftaiha IS AMAZING!!! I was out of my mind with stress about this health concern. He put me at ease, and solved my issue with excellent care & compassion. He felt like a friend who cares.

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Very informative and helpful with make informed decisions.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

He explained everything he was doing, answered my questions, and was very professional. He's friendly and cheerful.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Direct and open. Easy to talk to about sensitive health issues while maintaining a human touch. Plus, I'm still alive after surgery to write this.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Eftaiha is a very caring person, with an excellent bedside manner. His treatment was 100% successful, and I'm grateful.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

He is a good surgeon he offers incredible care, he is amazing and caring, has empathy for his patients.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

He is a dedicated, compassionate with a well earned reputation as a top rated doctor. He has established a wonderful support team to help me fight my battle with colon cancer.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

He listens, advises, and gives options

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November 21, 2025

5.0

He is the best!

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner. Explained things for myself and my husband to easily understand.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and knowledgeable doctor.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

He is very optimistic and very kind. He is amazing at what he does and it's because of him when I walked into surgery I knew I would be walking back out

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November 11, 2025

5.0

I could not imagine a better place to have your medical needs met

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Operated on me 2 years ago in Macon, GA I wanted to see him for some issues that I was having. He is so very kind and knowledgeable. I needed his opinion before I saw anyone else!!

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November 06, 2025

5.0

He is the best!!! He listens and explains. He takes his time to ask questions and answered my questions. He is just so nice and cares. Thank you Dr. Eftaiha hope taking time with me today and putting me at ease during the procedure!!!

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November 05, 2025

5.0

My experience with Dr. Eftaiha was one of the best I have ever had with a medical professional.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Absolutely the best in communication skills and shows he really cares

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November 04, 2025

5.0

He is a wonderful doctor. Very caring and very gentle

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Thoughtful and pleasant doctor. Good listener and good communication. Made me feel at ease.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Eftaiha is a tremendous doctor

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October 21, 2025

5.0

He is an excellent surgeon, who saved my life from stage 2 colon cancer. I would highly recommend Dr. Eftaiha to anyone looking for a colon/rectal surgeon.

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October 19, 2025

5.0

He really listens and pays close attention to his patients. Very engaging.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Eftaiha has been the best doctor I've ever had in the United States. He has been incredibly kind with his service and explained every detail of my health to me. From the very first moment, I felt absolutely confident and at ease with him. I'm truly happy to have found Dr. Eftaiha. Thank you so much, Dr. Eftaiha!

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Eftaiha is the Best !

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Eftaiha is the best doctor I've ever had. He always took his time answering all the questions we had, and explained everything to us. I'll never be able to thank him enough for all he did for me.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Excellent bed manners, clearly explains procedure.

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September 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Eftaiha is very acknowledgeable, made sure I was part of the decisions in my care, and explained next steps of action clearly & thoroughly

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September 09, 2025

5.0

He has a wonderful bed side manner

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September 04, 2025

5.0

I believe he would help a person who needs medical attention.

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August 25, 2025

5.0

Excellent bed manners, clearly explained procedures.

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August 15, 2025

5.0

Great communicator, friendly, positive, thorough.

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August 13, 2025

5.0

The same reason above fantastic doctor. Thank him please

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August 12, 2025

5.0

Super friendly. Informative. And quick

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August 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Saleh is very professional and polite. He answers every question or concern you may have. And he responds very kindly.

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August 06, 2025

5.0

He is a wonderful and caring doctor. He sees me as important like family not a number or just a patient. I love him like a son.

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July 28, 2025

5.0

The doctor was very pleasant, patient and explained and answered all my questions.

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July 25, 2025

5.0

Simply the best! Caring, professional, knowledgeable and very patient!

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July 19, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and competent.

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July 18, 2025

5.0

Everything about the Doctor was Great

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July 15, 2025

5.0

Because he was trustworthy and comforting.

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July 14, 2025

5.0

His care is as good as it gets.

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July 09, 2025

5.0

He had a personality. The last 2 male doctors I saw were all business.

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July 06, 2025

5.0

He shows respect and compassion by listening to my concerns and questions, and answering them in terms that I understand.

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June 27, 2025

5.0

As I stated , Dr Eftaiha was outstanding. He was knowledgeable, patient, understanding and thorough. He and his team have gone above and beyond to get me through a very complicated, complex surgery and follows me through recovery. Dr Eftaiha and his entire team are outstanding.

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June 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Eftaiha Took the time to answer all my questions and explain each option throughly. He instantly made me feel comfortable and gained my trust. I went into my appt extremely nervous and scared he assured me that my fears and concerns were valid and managed to calm those fears and concerns. Amazing care, you don't find many drs like him now days.

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June 24, 2025

5.0

Very easy to understand diagnosis,etc. Very pleasant to deal with.

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June 23, 2025

4.0

Okay

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June 16, 2025

5.0

He is very caring and and expert

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June 12, 2025

5.0

Very Friendly and makes you feel comfortable in an uncomfortable situation.

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June 04, 2025

5.0

I just responded on previous question! He made me feel happy that I chose him to take care of my cancer situation. He was knowledgeable and took his time for my first visit!

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May 23, 2025

5.0

Amazing bedside manor

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May 23, 2025

5.0

Immediate action for a desperate patient like me.

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May 21, 2025

5.0

Very patient-oriented. Dr. Eftaiha went out of his way to get my surgery scheduled more quickly.

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May 19, 2025

5.0

Kind, caring, compassionate

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May 17, 2025

5.0

Very professional personnel. Everyone is always nice and respectful. Get great health care.

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May 15, 2025

5.0

At our first meeting he was extreme pleasant and explained my procedure so that I could understand what he will be doing during the surgery. He listen to my concerns and answered my questions. But most importantly to me is that he has a sense of humor!

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May 14, 2025

5.0

Knowledge , patience and listening skills

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May 06, 2025

5.0

He's a great person who knows what he's doing!

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May 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Eftaiha is a wonderful surgeon! He has a wonderful demeanor, takes the time to connect with his patients and understand them. I never once second guessed his treatment plan for me.

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Disclosures

Saleh M. Eftaiha, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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