Dennis A. Pessis, MD

Dennis A. Pessis, MD

4.9 
308 ratings  Read Reviews
Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Urology

Meet The Doctor

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Education

Medical Education:
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Chicago Medical School - 1973
Internship:
Rush University Medical Center - 1974
Residency:
Rush University Medical Center - 1978

Media

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Meet The Doctor
January 20, 2015

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Urology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Physician Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall rating

4.9
4.9 
308 Ratings
  • Friendly & Courteous
    5.0
  • Will Recommend to Others
    4.9
  • Clear Explanations
    4.9
  • Shows Concern
    4.9
  • Includes You In Decisions
    4.9
  • Explains Medications
    4.9
  • Follow-Up Instructions
    4.9
  • Easy to Understand
    4.9
  • Time Spent With Patient
    4.9
  • Confidence in Doctor
    4.9

Reviews from Patients

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50 Reviews
July 02, 2019

sound knowledgeable and pro active

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June 21, 2019

Dr. Pessis is an excellent physician and care provider.

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June 08, 2019

all good

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June 07, 2019

Dr Pessis and team have provided me with excellent and consistent medical care and advice.

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June 06, 2019

Always has time to explain everything to me and is very considerate and pleasant. Great Doctor and nursing staff.

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May 25, 2019

great doc

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May 20, 2019

I have had other urologists, Dr Pessis is the best.

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March 14, 2019

He's the only urologist I trust. Dr. Pessis was the last urologist to treat me 20 yrs ago and the only one I want now

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March 04, 2019

Dr Pessis is my doctor and I appreciate him for the care he provides me.

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February 24, 2019

Dr. Pessis is an old pro. Only a great experience with him.

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February 10, 2019

Dr Pessis is excellent caring and friendly

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February 08, 2019

*Dr. Pessis is a "top" doctor - Great at what he does - Rating "A".

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February 01, 2019

Outstanding care and dedication to the patient

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January 01, 2019

Dr Pessis was extremely friendly and professional. He expressed a great deal of concern and was very thorough with his evaluation. He s exactly the reason I come to Northwestern for my care. He has incredible bed side manor. He is very knowledgeable.

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December 16, 2018

all good

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December 02, 2018

Dr. Dennis Pessis and his entire staff have always been professional, courteous and personable.

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November 18, 2018

dr. pessis is the best.wish there were more like him

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November 12, 2018

Dr. Pessis is a wonderful doctor who has attended to my needs for many years for which I am most appreciative.

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October 27, 2018

Outstanding physician in every way

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September 28, 2018

Dr. Pessis has been my doctor for about 10 years and I have only good things to say about him.

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September 21, 2018

The doctor was fantastic.

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September 14, 2018

Dr. Pessis is my favorite doctor. I respect and trust him!

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September 07, 2018

excellent doctor

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September 03, 2018

Dr. Pessis is a "A". Great Doctor

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August 24, 2018

the doctor was very thorough and direct which I appreciate I was nervous about upcoming surgery so I probably needed to ask more questions than I did

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August 11, 2018

I moved from the area and return to Dr. Pessis and Northwestern for any concerns

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July 27, 2018

Dr. Pessis is kind, friendly compassionate and competent.

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July 26, 2018

Excellent.

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July 25, 2018

I have already recommended Dr. Pessis several times. I drive many extra miles to see him.

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July 16, 2018

Dr Pessis was outstanding!!!

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June 28, 2018

Dr P is very caring and thorough

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June 27, 2018

good experience

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June 27, 2018

Great doc. Wish they were all like this!

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June 23, 2018

Dr Pesis is outstanding

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June 10, 2018

Dr. Pessis always a pleasure to deal with -- but never sits during an appointment

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June 09, 2018

All very good

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May 27, 2018

Dr. Pessis is an excellent professional.

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May 25, 2018

*Dr. Pessis is a professional with exceptional patient customer service. He truly cares about you, he is patient, and of course, very knowledgeable.

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May 11, 2018

Dr Pessis is excellent.

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April 21, 2018

always fantastic. I would not make a special trip from Florida if I didn't like Dr. Pessis.

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April 21, 2018

great

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March 02, 2018

I would recommend him highly.

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February 24, 2018

Both my wife and I have changed over to NM because all of your people are so nice.

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February 21, 2018

Dr. Pessis is one of the finest doctors I have ever dealt. He takes the time to answer my concerns and is always prompt during my scheduled appointments.

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February 12, 2018

Dr. Pessis is great

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February 10, 2018

I have known Dr. Pessis for 15-20 years. He is very professional and perhaps in the top of his profession.

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February 10, 2018

Doctor is TERRIFIC. He answered al my questions and concerns.

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February 08, 2018

*Dr. Pessis absolutely EXCELLENT.

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January 29, 2018

Dr Pessis was patient and took appropriate time listening as well as explaining things. I did not feel rushed and I felt that I was a valued patient.

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January 23, 2018

Dr. Pessis is a real professional, very astute, and I trust him completely!

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