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Bruce Gershenhorn, DO

4.9

230 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Hematology and Medical Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:: DO, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - 2001
Residency:: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Beth Israel) - 2004
Fellowships:: Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Moses & Weiler Campuses) - 2007

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Hematology (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

230 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

68 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

68 Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gershenhorn is very thorough, takes his time to explain everything. Very compassionate and personable as well.

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April 29, 2025

5.0

He discusses and explains my medical issues, treating me as an intelligent, still-with-it person _ and NOT a doddering old woman.

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April 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gershenhorn was informative about my options with my health. He also listened to my concerns and answered my questions.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

I had originally chosen another oncologist but super pleased i have Dr Gershenhorn - he's on top of everything, listens carefully, is very calm and reassuring. i arrive stressed out and leave feeling i'm in the best possible hands . Hold onto this guy .

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April 20, 2025

5.0

He is very kind and gives me confidence to ask him about my illness.

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April 19, 2025

5.0

Very professional personality yet approachable.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

This was the first appointment with Dr. Gershenhorn. My first impression is a good one.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

Very comfortable with his knowledge and connection

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Very good explanation on everything

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Great guy easy to talk to and explained everything.

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April 15, 2025

4.0

First time to have Dr. Very kind and professional. Keeps you at ease.

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April 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gershenhorn became my Oncologist on April 7th. He was very thorough going through the files with me. He became my Oncologist just in time to give me the good news that the cancer is gone.

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April 12, 2025

5.0

It was my first time meeting the doctor and he was professional and informative.

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April 09, 2025

5.0

Awesome dr Explains everything very thoroughly

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Professional and knowledgeable

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gershenhorn takes the time to fully explain everything. He is patient, understanding, and is considerant of my needs. I highly recommend Dr. Gershenhorn.

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April 06, 2025

5.0

Only time I've seen him. Very attentive. Asked a lot of questions and answered mine

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April 05, 2025

5.0

While Dr. [name] is our oncology doctor, we appreciated Dr. Gershenhorn seeing us in his absence

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April 04, 2025

5.0

Caring and understanding

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April 03, 2025

5.0

He always seems relaxed and he feels to me that I am his only patient. Never rushed thru answers or makes me feel like I am taking too much of his time.

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March 21, 2025

5.0

Perfect gentleman, easily demonstrates incredible understanding, comprehension, insight, and expertise about his chosen field of endeavor. He is very wise about what happens in our bodies as the treatment progresses. This genuine truth and honesty put my uncertainty to rest. This is the best medicine you can get.

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March 17, 2025

4.0

I think he is a very good doctor.

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March 16, 2025

5.0

Dr takes time and knows me as his patient. I am so lucky to have him as my doctor.

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March 16, 2025

5.0

He spent as much time as needed, listened, was knowledgeable and I think we established a rapport, which is vital with cancer.

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March 13, 2025

5.0

He listens and understands my problem

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gershenhorn Is very friendly. He explained everything I wanted and needed to know. He didn't rush through the appointment either. I highly recommend him.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

He was very thorough, nice and caring and knowledgeable.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Makes me feel comfortable and confident in the care I'm receiving

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March 04, 2025

4.0

Very nice, takes the time to explain

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Personable and listened asked questions and provided alternatives.

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March 03, 2025

5.0

THE BEST

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Listens and answers

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March 02, 2025

5.0

Dr was knowledgeable & took the time to explain everything. He answered all my questions.

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February 27, 2025

5.0

Took his time to explain my condition in a way that was clearly understood.

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gershenhorn is my new doctor. He went over all of my treatments since I started coming to Northwestern. He was extremely thorough and really cared about my treatment and moving forward.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Listens carefully and gives options with pros and cons.

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February 22, 2025

5.0

He was very professional and made me feel very comfortable.

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Dr G is so caring and knowledgeable and accurately treats my cancer. His bed side manner is unmatched.

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Listened well, asked pertinent questions reviewed my records carefully

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February 19, 2025

5.0

He seemed very knowledgeable, confident, unhurried and answered all questions.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

Great person

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Has a great " beside manner". Always takes his time and explains everything

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February 05, 2025

5.0

KNOWLEDGEABLE , KIND , CARING ,EXPLAINS WELL ...NICE GUY

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January 29, 2025

5.0

He was making sure all was good and explained a couple of things I may encounter with my medication.

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gershenhorn is one of the best drs. I've ever seen. He really considered all the pro's and con's of prescribing a medication which would benefit me the most. I felt like my questions and concerns were fully addressed. When my appointment was over I felt confident the right decision was made.

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January 23, 2025

4.0

He has been working with Dr [last name] so l know he is good

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January 22, 2025

5.0

He takes time to reslly see how you are doing physically and mentally.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Took time to explain everything

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January 16, 2025

5.0

Great person

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January 14, 2025

5.0

He was the best

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January 13, 2025

5.0

Super personable very informative generally nice man

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January 10, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor

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January 08, 2025

5.0

He is very down to earth and doesn't rush thru the appointment

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January 07, 2025

5.0

He has told me that he and Dr Bae has been working on my case

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January 07, 2025

5.0

He was knowledgeable and easy to talk with about my concerns. He's a good communicator and I feel comfortable and confident with him.

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December 31, 2024

5.0

My new Dr. , first contact worked out fine.

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December 23, 2024

5.0

Very friendly and answers all the questions

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December 22, 2024

5.0

Friendly demeanor and accurate diagnosis

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Great person very personable told Me exactly what to do

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December 18, 2024

5.0

He is so personable and really truly cares about his patients. He prioritizes the patient which I love.

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Verry personal and responsive

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December 04, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable dr just a very nice person

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November 27, 2024

5.0

Just really liked his style and approach to alternative medicine as an option. He is great!

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November 26, 2024

5.0

Dr Gershenhorn did a wonderful job explaining each and every step so I would understand it completely.

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November 20, 2024

5.0

Polite, incredibly knowledgeable, had done his homework on my particular case and didn't leave a stone unturned . I left feeling i couldn't be in a safer pair of hands which was very reassuring - it's not easy changing oncologists with a move but Dr Gershenhorn made it easy. Ver well done

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November 18, 2024

5.0

He is awesome. Very detailed, gave us options, explained everything we didn't understand and took great care of our mom. She loves him and trusts him. Great bedside manner as well.

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November 03, 2024

5.0

He's great. I loved his bed side manner and he was able to explain everything so we could understand.

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October 31, 2024

5.0

Again, unbreathable of fresh air. Super thorough! He went above and beyond especially with it being my first time seeing him.

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