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Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine - 1991
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1994

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Instructor, 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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Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

He listen to my concerns, he explained to me with patience and make me understand with knowledge and understanding. Dr Thakur care about my health.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

No nonsense, straight forward and detailed oriented.

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February 23, 2026

5.0

He is the best doctor i have ever had

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Dr. Thakur is intelligent, respectful and listens_he also gently but firmly follows up on ambivalent responses to his questions. He explains what he is doing and why. He treats you like an adult and works with you to devise the best plan of action/next steps.

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February 21, 2026

5.0

I have the ultimate respect and trust in Dr. Thakur.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Caring

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Excellent care. Intelligent. Listens and explains his approach thoroughly and spends a good amount of time with his patients.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

One of the coolest guys in doctors I'm so happy I stayed with him years ago. Outstanding bedside manner.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Smart competent people

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February 17, 2026

5.0

He's amazing and he CARES

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February 13, 2026

5.0

Great physician

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February 10, 2026

5.0

He seems to be a very thoughtful doctor who does not immediately jump to conclusions. Good listener.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Excellent care.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Dr. Thakur is outstanding and provides high quality service.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

My family and I have been his patients for 15 years; that's my recommendation. Excellent doctor.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Dr.Thakur is skilled, thorough, and an excellent communicator and listener. He has a superior bedside manner and lets you know he cares about you. He is also very kind and patient!

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February 03, 2026

5.0

His demeanor is perfect for me. He listens to me and never rushes our appointment.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Dr Thakur is very thorough and always ensures he has answered all of my questions.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

Good listener, explore all treatment options with his client.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. Thakur always takes time to ask about any changes or any concerns I may have about my health.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Listens. Understands. Like talking to a friend.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

He is very attentive and listens and hears my concerns. He cares and treats his patients like family.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

He is kind and listens well. Very understanding and helpful.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

He's a excellent Physician that really takes his time and care about what my concerns are. He always goes over my chart with me and understands my needs. Im glad I found him and he accepted me.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Dr Thakur is highly responsive, candid, concerned and approachable. He also works to make himself available as much as possible.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

I am very satisfied in every way. No need to change and feel anyone would be happy there

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January 08, 2026

5.0

please see above comments. I trust Dr. Thakur and that's saying a lot for me. So far, I feel he really cares and is doing his best to take care of my health.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Doctor always makes time to discuss any issues I have

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Great bedside manner Always up to date on my medical situation Always answers my messages Feel safe with him

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January 06, 2026

5.0

He is very thorough, thoughtful and is concerned about your health.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Is the best

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January 04, 2026

5.0

He's very thorough and straight to the point good with solutions

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January 01, 2026

5.0

Outstanding physician

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Awesome and very thorough.

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Discusses issues with you and listens. Easy to talk to.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Outstanding physician

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Not only is Dr. Thakur extremely intelligent and effective, he has excellent communication skills. He always makes you feel supremely cared for. What a gift he is!!

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December 27, 2025

5.0

Care about his patients, health, follow-up treatments. Recommend treatments. All around good health.

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December 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thakur is personable, thorough and takes the time to answer all my questions. Plus, his response and follow up is outstanding.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Thakur is great. Detail oriented yet lets patient help make healthcare decisions. Prompt and friendly.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thakur heard my concerns, asked questions, assessed and made an eval which quilt led to ordering diagnostic tests to assure my concerns were addressed. He's also very kind which is really important outside of his excellent clincal assessment and diagnostic skills.

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December 18, 2025

4.0

well prepared/knowledgable

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December 16, 2025

5.0

He's excellent

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December 16, 2025

5.0

I feel like the luckiest person in the world to have such a kind, competent physician who is also an excellent listener and communicator.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

He communicates well, honest with me and clinically makes sure I am ahead of any potential medical issues.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Excellent

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thakur discusses any issues I bring to him thoroughly. He is very patient and explains matters in an understandable manner. He has been our PCP for over two decades and always conveys his interest in doing the best for our well-being.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thakur is very knowledgeable, professional, shows genuine concern for my care and takes his time when meeting with me to make sure all of my questions are answered.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thakur gets it. He knows my history and has recommended me to specialists that have been as competent as himself.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr.Thakur is the physician you hope is your Doctor. He is extremely intelligent, caring, kind, an excellent listener and communicator, a proficient diagnostician and one of the finest human beings I have ever met.

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December 07, 2025

5.0

He is very caring, knowledgeable and has a wonderful manner.

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December 06, 2025

5.0

We think the world of Dr.Thakur. We've been seeing him for over 20 years and have great confidence in his skills and his caring approach.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

I just like his office, staff and Dr Thakur and his demeanor

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thakur is kind, considerate, and extremely thorough. He is also very patient and is great at explaining everything. I hold Dr. Thakur in high regard.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thakur takes time to listen to concerns and suggests course of treatment.

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November 28, 2025

5.0

Thoughtful, caring doctor. Good listener.

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November 26, 2025

5.0

Very easy to work with and very thorough

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Thakur is very knowledgeable, professional, concerned for my well-being without being dismissive, and has a great personality; I never feel rushed. Makes me feel as if he has been my doctor for years. I trust his opinions

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Attentive, caring doctor.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

Good doctor and humanitarian person

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November 14, 2025

5.0

I'm not just another number. He doesn't rush me in and out. I always have time to share things going on in my life impacting my health. I trust Dr. Thakur. He has my best interest in mind.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Didn't rush. Stayed focused on the areas that needed attention. Very smart.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Listens, explains, knowledgeable, has compassion, follows through

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and on time service.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Omg, Dr Thakur he is so attentive, he's a great person and a amazing doctor.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thakur is the best! He has been my doctor for many years and I feel so lucky to have his support. He is thorough, sensitive, and just incredibly caring! It doesn't get better than Dr Thakur!

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November 08, 2025

5.0

Excellent care.

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November 08, 2025

5.0

Dr Thakur listens to patient input and involves you in decision making.

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November 06, 2025

5.0

He us simply the best doctor I have ever had.

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Dr.Thakur is every person's dream for their physician. He is brilliant, kind, patient, an excellent communicator and listener. He is positive and patient and you know that he truly cares about you. Lucky me!

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Superior physician with excellent bedside manner and expertise

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Great feedback

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November 04, 2025

5.0

My favorite MD, involved in my care

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thakur reviews medications and results of tests during every appointment.

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Informs me of medical issues and concerns that are related to my care.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

He gives you his professional opinion, and allows you to make choices.

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October 29, 2025

5.0

He takes the time to know my chart before he walks into the room. Not just a quick glance but he knows my meds and my various conditions. He has great bedside manner as well.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Great acces to and compassionate providers and staff.

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October 23, 2025

5.0

Professional

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October 23, 2025

5.0

Trust in provider!

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thakur is professional, smart, and kind. He has excellent "people" skills.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Dr Thakur and I have many yrs of communication and health care

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Dr Thakur makes a patient feel most comfortable and well taken care of. He explains and addresses all concerns and answers all questions. Dr. Thakur always is prompt in giving patient test results and feedback.

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October 14, 2025

4.0

My husband and I both his patients for so long and we both like him

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October 11, 2025

5.0

He explains everything clearly after focused listening and allow patients to help decide treatment after explaining the options

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Thakur and his staff were very polite and professional. They answered all of my questions and were very caring.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Same as above - plus, seems to genuinely care about my health and well being

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thakur is very good at what he does. He listens so well, shares his thoughts and medical knowledge in a way that is conversational and Helpful and then works with you on a plan of action. Highly recommend to anyone !

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October 07, 2025

4.0

He has been providing professional services and I am satisfied with the services

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Explains thoroughly, Good beside manner,

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Dr Thakur was very excellent!!

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Over the years I have recommended a number of friends to Dr Thakur, and every one was very pleased.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Dr Thakur listens to my concerns and considers my health history.

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September 27, 2025

5.0

Very caring and thorough

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September 23, 2025

5.0

I like Dr Thakur

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September 22, 2025

5.0

A very good doctor

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September 22, 2025

5.0

He has a wonder, personal and professional style. Very confident and reassuring.

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September 21, 2025

5.0

He is very Caring and it shows.

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September 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thakur exemplifies all that is admirable about the medical profession.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Dr thakur is the best

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