John D. Abad, MD

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Primary Specialty

Surgical Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 2002
Residency:
Indiana University School of Medicine - 2004
Indiana University School of Medicine - 2009
Fellowships:
National Institutes of Health Clinical Center - 2006
University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center - 2011

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant 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:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Palos Hospital

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5.0
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598 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

35 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

35 Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and a very nice person.

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Abad explained everything to me so I understood and always asked if I had any questions.

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April 24, 2025

5.0

The time and attention were given with care and compassion.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Abad is compassionate. He truly listened to how I was feeling and did not rush through my appointment. He made sure I understood my diagnoisis and my treatment options. I felt like I was important and not just talked at by medical people that were pushing people through the line.

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April 17, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and caring.

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April 10, 2025

5.0

S.A.A. Dr Abad also explained everything to me.

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April 10, 2025

5.0

Excellent oncologist

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March 31, 2025

5.0

He completed two surgeries on me and I am feeling great.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Obviously skilled at highest level. Incredibly human and personable. A true partner and servant leader. Highly respectable. Conveys empathy and genuine care for the patient. An admirable professional.

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March 22, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and explained things very well.

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March 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Abad is a wonderful doctor. Always happy to give me advice and understand my concerns.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Answered all questions

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February 21, 2025

5.0

Listens, takes the needed time, and seems to care about the patient!

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February 17, 2025

5.0

Explains all the pressures very clear and makes sure it was understood and taking care that the patient gets the steps followed at home the pre opps indications. And I felt recovered very fast accordingly . Thank you Dr . Also worked with the patient's schedule .

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February 06, 2025

5.0

I felt very cared for by Dr Abad. He explained everything in a simple manner, also showing me ct scan results, so I saw the actual results.

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February 03, 2025

5.0

Thorough, caring, knowledgeable.

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January 31, 2025

5.0

Dr. Abad has a wonderful bed side manner. He talked to me not at me. He made me feel like he really cared about me.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Very thorough, patient, empathetic

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January 02, 2025

5.0

A man of genuine care toward his patients, knowledge and expertise shared in common terms/explanation of all necessary to help his patients needs.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

He is highly professional; thorough in his medical assessments based upon X-rays, surgical procedures, research, current medical practices, and medical pathology. His ability to earn a client's trust is genuine; his willingness to take time to answer my questions is valued immensely; he attends to the detail of remaining on schedule to visit other patients

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December 16, 2024

5.0

He is a true professional.

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December 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Abad's consulting was very kind considering.

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December 12, 2024

5.0

Very professional yet warm. Easy to talk to. Listens and explains.

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December 06, 2024

5.0

Dr Abad is extremely professional, yet very caring person/Dr. He is like what I call an "old soul", and you can read his devotion to his patients and profession in his caring eyes!

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November 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Abad is one of the most concerned and professional individuals I have ever had as a physician. I would recommend him to anyone.

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November 18, 2024

5.0

He always appears to be at the top of his game. He has support staff that is well informed and able to follow thru to finish the visit. You can tell they are competent and work as a team.

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November 15, 2024

5.0

Great doctor and very compassionate person

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October 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Abad is very knowledgeable and helpful, caring and thorough. I feel safe and that my health is a priority. His focus is on pancreatic cancer which is very important to me.

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October 24, 2024

5.0

Doctor took his time to explain procedure and answer any questions we had.

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October 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Abad is confident and caring. He explained the process clearly and expertly completed the liver surgery with outstanding results. He made excellent decisions before, during, and after surgery. He has a great bedside manner and has time to answer your questions.

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October 11, 2024

5.0

his expertise, knowledge and caring

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October 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Abad answered all my questions, was compassionate and thorough in his explanations of the surgical procedure.

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September 19, 2024

5.0

Took time with us explained my situation very thoroughly.

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September 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Abad was very thorough in my exam today and explained everything very well.

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September 10, 2024

5.0

He is the best surgeon around! Wonderful personality, too - very kind, caring, and really listens to his patients. He saved my life!!!

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Disclosures

John D. Abad, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

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