John D. Abad, MD

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

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December 14, 2016

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 Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Palos Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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5.0 

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August 31, 2022

5.0

He takes time to talk to his patients

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Dr Abad was absolutely outstanding from his knowledge of my situation to taking the necessary time in answering all my questions/concerns.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

He is kind and caring and seems very knowledgeable.

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Answered all questions

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August 15, 2022

5.0

He's very good and explains everything what's going to happen

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August 10, 2022

5.0

Dr. Abad and his NP walked me through my pathology results and his recommendations for care. He supported his recommendations with statistics and experience. They also treated me like a person and immediately made me feel at ease by asking about what I do, which made my visit seem way less clinical and much more personable. I felt very comfortable and cared for at my consult and this relieved much of my anxiety, even though I was not expecting the recommendation.

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Northwestern is so lucky to have Dr Aabad on staff,,. I’m alive today because of him. Bedside manor is impeccable...

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August 09, 2022

5.0

He takes his time with his patients

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July 31, 2022

5.0

Very professional and caring

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Es muy doctor que hace sentir al paciente cómodo, tranquilo aún en la situación de la condición. Mi hijo y yo nos sentimos confiados en que estamos en la mejores manos para el procedimiento que me van hacer.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

He’s kind and an excellent communicator.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

He answered all of our questions and considered what we thought.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Very caring, listens carefully about our concerns. Gives confidence to the patient. Definitely will recommend to others.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Dr. Abad epitomized professionalism and caring. He truly took the time to listen and ask questions.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and gives you confidence in what you are dealing with, has great insight.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Very caring and professional doctor

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June 29, 2022

5.0

He’s smart He listens He’s the best

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June 21, 2022

5.0

All the staff there were most helpful and competent.

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June 21, 2022

5.0

Very concise and clear, kind with great bedside manner

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June 21, 2022

5.0

The Doctor very clearly explained my issues and options. He made me feel that he was in control and everything will work out fine.

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June 21, 2022

5.0

EXCELLENT physician. Honest, upfront but caring at the same time. Explains things well!

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June 18, 2022

5.0

Very competent, confident, knowledgeable, warm and compassionate, reassuring, comforting

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Excellent and compassionate physician.

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June 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Abad was thoughtful, considerate, knowledgeable, offered clear explanations and allowed time for reflection and questions.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Excellent knowledge and expertise!

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Dr Abad and his team did am excellent job in every aspect of my care . Especially communicating when I was scared . I’m very grateful for them .

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May 30, 2022

5.0

He explained everything very well. Had all the time with me and answered any questions i had.

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May 26, 2022

5.0

I liked Dr Abad’s bedside manner. I felt cared for and he answered all my questions.

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May 25, 2022

5.0

Informative, pleasant and timely.

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May 25, 2022

5.0

I felt like Dr. Abad, really cared about what I thought. He was very kind and compassionate.

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May 24, 2022

5.0

So far easy to work with, and explains very well

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Explains procedures and takes time to understand you concerns. His nurse assign to high very friendly and takes time to explain what needs to be done.

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Dr.Abad genuinely listens and shows the utmost compassion and concern. I truly believe he wants to see me beat this metastatic breast cancer and is willing to help me in any way he can to do so, since there is some in liver area. I trust him completely and feel he is out for my best interest and that I'm more than just a MR number. Dr.Abad is an amazing doctor and I feel heard and valued as his patient.

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May 13, 2022

5.0

He’s outstanding. Super approachable, friendly. Make you feel at ease. And an awesome surgeon to boot. Couldn’t recommend him more highly!

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May 05, 2022

5.0

He explained everything and answered all questions and we never felt rushed.

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May 04, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable Explained so I could understand answered all questions

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May 03, 2022

5.0

Excellent knowledge and took the time to explain my situation clearly.

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May 01, 2022

5.0

A concerned doctor

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April 26, 2022

5.0

Dr Abad is one of the most caring doctors I’ve ever met! He has a lot of patience, answers all your questions, you never feel rushed, and I feel like he really cares about how you are doing. I’m very happy to have found him to help me through the issues with my pancreas. His team is also very patience and caring. I am very happy to have found them all…Thanks!

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April 19, 2022

5.0

He is brilliant and caring and listens to his patients

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April 19, 2022

5.0

Seems like a good listener and caring. Seems like he is compassionate, cares about his patients

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April 19, 2022

5.0

DR. Abad expressed his concerns and explained the plan were it was easy to understand.

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April 13, 2022

5.0

good at explanations

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April 12, 2022

5.0

Very patient, kind, explained everything about my condition. Asked if I had any questions or concerns. I didn’t feel rushed.

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April 12, 2022

5.0

Dr. Abad and his staff are the best! He is smart, capable and caring. I felt extremely confident in his hands.

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April 08, 2022

5.0

He took the time to answer any questions and explained everything in a way we could understand

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April 08, 2022

5.0

He is really skilled, a great listener, great bedside manner, and has a great team working with him. I always feel my concerns are heard.

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April 05, 2022

5.0

An awesome bedside manner which is so critical when dealing with health issues. He explained things well and listened to my questions. His demeanor is comforting. I really liked him!

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March 31, 2022

5.0

He is very personable and asked a lot of questions. He also gave good information.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

He takes time with me and I have complete confidence in him.

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March 26, 2022

5.0

Courtesy and kind and showed actual concern.

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March 12, 2022

5.0

He's so patient and answered all my questions. The best!

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March 12, 2022

5.0

Despite his being an expert, I appreciate his COMPASSION, KINDNESS, and willingness to LISTEN to the patient.

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March 08, 2022

5.0

He takes time and explains everything in detail. I never feel rushed and he appears interested in me …. He is very thorough.

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March 08, 2022

5.0

after meeting with him one time he listened to me more than all of my multiple physicians in the past. He hears my voice and actually is compassionate and I am confident that I am in outstanding hands with him and the team at NW. He explained things and I trust and am totally confident that he will work with the team to get me the best care. I am so grateful to be under such care. Thank you, Dr.Abad.

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March 08, 2022

5.0

A caring physician and made sure he answered all our questions in detail.

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February 26, 2022

5.0

He has been so careful about following my questionable pancreas! It has made me feel safer.

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February 23, 2022

5.0

Dr Abar and Nurse Carrie have exceeded our expectations with their responsiveness, professionalism, and kindness.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. John Abad listens intently to my concerns then explains it well to keep me assured that there's a surgical team with each one's expertise that will be utilized on the day of the surgery.

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January 31, 2022

5.0

He is professional.

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January 25, 2022

5.0

He is caring and doesn’t rush the appointment. He answered all of my questions and was very patient with me

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January 19, 2022

5.0

Compassionate Caring Answered all my concerns And questions. Easy to talk to

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January 15, 2022

5.0

I respect his expertise and willingness to explain options, including me in decision making.

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January 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. Abad is extremely patient and informative. He takes the time to explain all details and is upfront about diagnosis. He makes you feel he's really on your side

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January 08, 2022

5.0

Liked his bedside manner. He took his time, was honest, compassionate.

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January 04, 2022

5.0

He has a great bed side manor. He never talked down to me and explained everything in a way I could understand.

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December 15, 2021

5.0

He's very professional and knowledgeable, but friendly at the same time.

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December 12, 2021

5.0

Attentive, helpful, knowledgeable and confident

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December 08, 2021

5.0

He is a very personable and nice guy and very professional and made me feel good about what he was going to do

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December 07, 2021

5.0

He listened and showed true concern. Was direct but sensitive. Strong eye contact. You knew he was present.

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December 04, 2021

5.0

Dr. Abad always takes his time and explains everything when answering my questions and discussing my condition.

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December 01, 2021

5.0

Dr. Abad was professional yet reassuring. He took time to explain my condition, his assessment of what was needed, and then answered all my questions. I never felt rushed I was reassured by his background and experience with my medical condition.

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November 30, 2021

5.0

Dr Abad is a wonderful surgeon, doctor and person. I am extremely fortunate to be under his care.

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November 23, 2021

5.0

He is one of the best doctor!

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November 13, 2021

5.0

He spent the necessary time with me and explained everything well.

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November 12, 2021

5.0

Dr Abad and Marianne Huml are caring, thorough, good listeners and good connectors in addition to being great at their jobs. Highly recommend.

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November 09, 2021

5.0

He treats you as a fellow human being. He gives very detailed explanations and makes sure you understand every step. He is not an aloof doctor who tells you what to do, he has a conversation with you, is honest but gentle with the good and bad. He listens, he's personable, he's caring. And he is extremely knowledgeable and skilled. He knows what he's doing and he does it well. You can trust him.

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November 09, 2021

5.0

Brilliant, kind, focused on me as a patient. Listens.

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November 09, 2021

5.0

Dr Abad took so much time with me, didn’t rush me, answered every question I had, I did not feel like I have with many doctors, Like they just wanted to hurry up tell me what’s wrong and move onto the next patient! He explained to me exactly what was going on in my body and what we were going to do moving on. This doctor is very refreshing and I am extremely happy I found him!

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November 03, 2021

5.0

Again, not much experience. But did feel very comfortable and appreciated that he took time to answer all my questions.

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October 26, 2021

5.0

Great bedside manner, very knowledgeable. Really takes time with you to make sure you understand and are happy with your plan of care!

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October 19, 2021

5.0

Very kind, patient, caring Didn’t seem to mind all my questions or seem in a hurry to get to next appointment

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October 13, 2021

5.0

He is very skilled and speaks in an easy yo understand manner. He takes his time and does not rush through the appointment.

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October 13, 2021

5.0

I felt extremely comfortable and confident in him and his treatment plan.

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October 09, 2021

5.0

He is caring and willing to listen. He set me at ease.

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October 08, 2021

5.0

He was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain things. Polite!

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October 05, 2021

5.0

Dr. Abad was great. He was confident, personable, and did not make you feel rushed.

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October 03, 2021

5.0

Dr Abad was thorough in the review of my case and comprehensive in his explanation of my specific issue. Dr Abad has a genuine caring bedside manner which is comforting and trusting

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October 02, 2021

5.0

He is so caring. So happy he was able to do my surgery. Wonderful surgeon!

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September 28, 2021

5.0

He us very caring, kind and just the best!

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September 18, 2021

5.0

Overall nice, smart, able/skilled doctor

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September 14, 2021

5.0

Great compassionate Dr. with a great bedside manor.

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September 11, 2021

5.0

He is compassionate and offers different options for care. He also includes my issues at hand to gather from other surgeons and doctors to provide me options as well. He listens to me, understands my concerns and responds to what is needed for betterment of my health.

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September 07, 2021

5.0

He made me feel comfortable

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August 31, 2021

5.0

He's kind , caring and doesn't rush you ,

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August 21, 2021

5.0

He takes time to talk to you and answer questions

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August 17, 2021

5.0

He listens and explains throughly.

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August 17, 2021

5.0

Dr. Abad is an amazing man and excellent Surgeon.

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August 11, 2021

5.0

He chose the perfect career he is awesome and caring and great bed side manor !!He is the best !!

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August 08, 2021

5.0

He had a very comforting manner and seems to care very much

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John D. Abad, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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