Channa Amarasekera, MD

Channa Amarasekera, MD

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Harvard Medical School - 2014
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2020
Fellowships:
Rush University Medical Center - 2021

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Urology - Urology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
On Medical Staff At:
Kishwaukee Hospital
Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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4.9
4.9 

2266 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

Basically the same reasons above! I just think he really cares, and is a very good doctor!!"

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February 27, 2026

5.0

Warm and relaxed interview on difficult topics, thorough explanation and recommendations

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February 27, 2026

5.0

Very smart, candid, helpful

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February 26, 2026

5.0

Great doctor. Very personable.

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February 25, 2026

5.0

Excellent care and easy to talk with

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Very friendly, courteous and professional and explained everything

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February 23, 2026

5.0

exceptional doctor, excellent communication, knowledgeable, caring

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February 20, 2026

5.0

He's fantastic!

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February 19, 2026

5.0

I was very pleased meeting Dr. Amarasekera. He is very knowledgeable, professional, approachable and responds nicely to his patients' concerns.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

well prepared and explains everything well.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Excellent Doctor. Had some issues following surgery and he followed up immediately on my concerns

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Friendly and helpful

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Dr Amarasekera is a very compassionate professional

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February 15, 2026

5.0

Dr. Amarasekera was very informative, friendly and has some great treatment ideas for me.

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February 15, 2026

5.0

Dr. Amarasekera was easy to talk with. I could tell he was actually listening. He did this in a completely invitational way that was completely non-judgmental. I found myself saying more than I usually say, being more able to get to the heart of the matter.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

he is very smart and kind

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Doctor Amarasekera answered all of my questions and made me feel comfortable concerning the procedure.

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February 12, 2026

5.0

As above. Dr. Channa is the most caring physician I've ever had.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Amarasekera is the gold standard benchmark for client/patient interaction. He keeps current on emerging medical trends and has excellent diagnostic and analytical skills.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Very self assuring, wonderful bed side manners, n his follow-ups after procedures are well appreciated.

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February 07, 2026

5.0

Explained biopsy procedure and results thoroughly. Made sure to follow through with future scheduling and appts. Highly recommend.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

He's terrific

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Laid out options clearly

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Very professional with great bedside manner. Good job of explaining the situation making him very approachable

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Same as above, n took the time to call me to go over the procedure when completed.

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February 01, 2026

5.0

Very professional, provide you with comfort and have good humor.

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January 31, 2026

5.0

Very professional, knowledgeable and kind.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

He is the absolute best at his craft. He's been so kind and attentive. He also was upfront with all things regarding my surgery.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Very professional, personable, polite, puts you at ease. Let's you know exactly what needs to be done for your best quality of life and care.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Trustworthy and empathetic doctor

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January 28, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable and very attentive to patient concerns.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

Great doctor. Extremely knowledgeable. Puts patients at ease. He recommended an alternative treatment approach for me that I like. I would not hesitate to recommend him for people who need sexual health care.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

I feel completely comfortable that I am receiving the best care possible. All my concerns and questions are addressed. Dr Amarasekera is very personable and easy to discuss personal matters.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

He is an awesome doctor. Knowledgeable, great bedside manner, and deeply cares about his patients. I have total respect and confidence in Dr. Amarasekera.

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January 25, 2026

5.0

Excellent bedside manner. One of the few doctors that actually listens, makes eye-contact, and responds as if he understands. Also, he seems quite knowledgeable. Highly recommend him.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

I already have.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Same as above. Extremely knowledgeable in his field and cares about the patient and the patient's progress.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Again through. And followed up

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Very professional and patient focused.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Professional and friendly demeanor. Careful exam, clear explanations and positive plan going forward.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

He was very attentive, really listened to what I had to say. He took his time to understand my situation. He seemed very frank and clear in his explanations.

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January 18, 2026

5.0

Dr.Channa and his staff are awesome

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January 18, 2026

5.0

Friendly & responsive.

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January 17, 2026

5.0

He's the best. And so is his PA Zeb. Thanks for the care

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Simply, the best

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Professional, friendly, explains well.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Top level knowlede and expertise, with a way of putting patient at ease for sensitive topics.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

He's a kind clinician

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January 11, 2026

5.0

Friendly, listens and explains. Doesn't feel rushed.

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January 11, 2026

5.0

Great bedside manner. Helped me relax during exam.

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January 10, 2026

5.0

Made me feel comfortable

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January 10, 2026

5.0

Dr. Amarasekera is truly an amazing doctor. I feel very fortunate to have him as part of my care team at Northwestern. He is professional, caring, and incredibly supportive_I always feel comfortable and well looked after.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Extremely competent, professional and caring. Kind and appropriate sense of humor puts one at ease and builds trust. Always takes time needed to listen, discuss issues and recommendations.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

He was very professional as well as his assistant Jeb

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January 08, 2026

5.0

He is an excellent doctor and very knowledgeable and easy to speak.

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January 04, 2026

5.0

Dr Channa understands my situation and has offered real ideas on how to deal with post cancer issues.

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable. Thoughtful. Good listener.

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January 02, 2026

5.0

His manner in dealing with me as well as covering all the aspects of my urinary issues and needs

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December 30, 2025

5.0

I am happy with everything

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December 30, 2025

5.0

He has a calming force.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Very personal, caring and prompt

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December 29, 2025

5.0

he spells out everything what to expect. What's gonna happen? He's the best.

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December 24, 2025

5.0

Keep up the great work

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Very kind, knowledgeable, and down to earth. Great outcome and experience overall.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Channa has helped me immensely with my health and well-being. I can't thank him enough for all he's done for me since our first meeting

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Channa Amarasekera is amazing, he listens, shows a true concern for his patients, and has a wonderful bedside manner and always offers an excellent plan of action. His nurse Katie N., is just as amazing as Channa. They both have away of making you feel completely at ease during your visit and are both true assets to Northwestern and their medical fields.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

He is friendly, personable, smart

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Excellent surgeon. Shows care and compassion.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Very personable. Great bedside manner. Soft touch!

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December 15, 2025

5.0

He has been awesome

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December 14, 2025

5.0

See above. He is the BEST I love him and Katie! Couldn't ask for better healthcare providers than those two!!

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December 14, 2025

5.0

He is very helpful in my recovery. Takes an interest in my concerns and addresses them.

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December 13, 2025

5.0

My first visit in July with Dr. A and his PA Zeb was excellent. This follow up was primarily with Zeb, who I had an open + frank discussion with about options for my medical care going forward. Zeb was personable, helpful, provided a great deal of information, and was responsive to all of my questions.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Excellent treatment and consultation.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Easy to ask questions to, with answers that addressed any concerns.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Very good doctor very professional.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

I make only excellent recommendation based on experience.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

He's the best at what he does

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Channa provides the highest quality and standard of care in his field as I know from having seen other urologists from other university hospitals in Chicago.

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December 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Amarasekera is very knowledgeable, explains/discusses my condition in layman's terms, is interested in my health and overall welfare, and has mapped out an understandable treatment plan, including specific follow ups.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Dr Channa is a very compassionate and knowledgeable doctor. He looks for options and treatments tailored to the patient's needs and life's circumstances.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Amarasekera is a gentle doctor who doesn't rush to get his patient in and out. He takes his time, makes sure the patient understands and treats people as the gentleman he is.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Dr Channa is very clear, responsive to questions and cares that I understand what is going on and what the next steps need to be.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Very caring and is careful to explain everything. Makes certain all your questions are answered.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Amarasekera and Katie are very informative and detailed, each time. This time I asked the doctor about how to cut back on medication. He gave me a couple different options.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Dr Channa made the experience comfortable and easy. He gave me time to ask questions, and gave clear expectations about my needs and his care plan. I'd recommend him to anyone needing his expertise.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Channa was 1000 on a scale of 100. He listened to me, asked questions, gave advice and tips, and did a thorough exam better than my PCP has ever done.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

I can't say enough about the service Dr Amarasekera is providing! His passion and expertise combine to provide outstanding care!

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor excellent surgeon excellent bedside manner

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November 30, 2025

5.0

I didn't feel like just a number.

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November 30, 2025

5.0

Kind, great bedside manner, patient, listens very carefully

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November 29, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgable and helpful in discussing health issues so everything is understandable. He is empathetic and understands my needs. I would highly recommend him.

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November 27, 2025

5.0

young will not retire soon

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November 26, 2025

5.0

He has full knowledge of area

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and professional, explains everything that makes sense.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, takes the time.

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November 23, 2025

5.0

Clearly explained his diagnosis and next steps which made me confident. answered my questions. He was late but sincerely apologized, noting complications with earlier patient.

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November 22, 2025

5.0

He's the best! Helped me feel so comfortable! He was thoughtful and very caring. Dr. Amarasekera worked very hard throughout the procedure to keep me calm and relaxed! I was so lucky to have such a professional to get me through with for me and awkward procedure.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Excellent care and follow-up as always. Also, there is much to be said about the respect he garners from his team in the OR and pre-op and PACU. If the surgeon is an excellent doctor, but also a good colleague, the entire team is elevated and brings better outcomes for the patient.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

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Channa Amarasekera, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2025.

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