Ashley K. Vavra, MD
Northwestern Medical GroupPrimary Specialty
Vascular Surgery
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Practice Focus Areas
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Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, Baylor College of Medicine - 2005
- Residency:
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McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2008
- Fellowships:
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McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2014
Board Certifications
- American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)
- American Board of Surgery/Vascular Surgery - Vascular Surgery (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Associate Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest HospitalGrayslake Ambulatory Surgery CenterNorthwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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356 Ratings
Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
January 12, 2026
5.0 star star star star starShe took the time to listen and explain all of my concerns and outlined a detailed plan moving forward. I did not feel rushed at all, she gave me all the time I needed and made sure all of my questions were answered.
December 18, 2025
5.0 star star star star starDr.Vavra is an excellent doctor, she treats you with kindness, dignity , compassion and respect !, The Dr. is very knowledgeable and thorough!, Dr Vavra does an outstanding job in finding out exactly what the problems and issues are, she orders all the correct testing to make sure there's no doubt about the diagnosis ,then gives you an informed plan of treatment in which you can make decisions , this is an amazing person and Doctor
December 17, 2025
5.0 star star star star starShe is so knowledgeable and really has the best bedside manner. She is my dr because of very scary medical issues that I have. And she always is so kind and makes me feel like my fears about my health are valid. But at the same time she is so reassuring that she will take care of me. She really is the best dr.
November 05, 2025
5.0 star star star star starDr. Vavra was very patient, caring, understanding, and empathetic to my patient. She didn't rush my visit and was very thorough. She gave me her decision after the evaluation and explained why she had come to that conclusion. Dr. Vavra offered other solutions for my issue as well. She even offered for me to message her/ team with any other questions and that if needed I could always see her in person too. I highly recommend her!
September 11, 2025
5.0 star star star star starShe is thorough, comforting, and credible. I didn't feel rushed. She answered all of my questions, showed and discussed with me the results of the CT Scan and provided me with referrals to other specialists at NW.
June 27, 2025
5.0 star star star star starDr Vavra is a highly skilled surgeon. She's also an excellent communicator, compassionate, detail oriented, thoughtful etc. I can't say enough good things. She performed a successful first rib resection and scalenectomy on my 19 year old daughter in May. My daughter received outstanding care from Dr. Vavra and her team. Highly recommend!
June 17, 2025
5.0 star star star star starShe was thorough, abs thoughtful in her explanations. I never felt rushed with my questions . She explained the procedure from operation to post operation. She was also clear with what to expect during the procedure, frequently checking in to see how I was doing . She is exceptional!
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External Professional Relationships
Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.
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