Kambiz Ghafourian, MD, MPH

Kambiz Ghafourian, MD, MPH

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Heart Failure and Heart Transplantation

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Cardiac Amyloid
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Ventricular Assist Devices

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Tehran University of Medical Sciences and Health Services - 2003
Residency:
MedStar Health/Georgetown-Washington Hospital Center - 2011
Fellowships:
MedStar Health/Georgetown-Washington Hospital Center - 2014
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center - 2015

Languages Spoken

  • Farsi

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Physician Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
On Medical Staff At:
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

57 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

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42 Reviews

November 06, 2020

5.0

Dr. Ghafourian really gets to know his patients. He personalizes his consultations and makes feel like I'm in good hands.

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November 03, 2020

5.0

He's a great communicator I always understand what is going on and why he is doing testing or choosing treatments.

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November 03, 2020

5.0

Great service and Dr's.

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October 31, 2020

5.0

Dr. Ghafourian is very thorough. He took time to get to know me. He listened to me and came up with a plan based on my medical records and what we discussed.

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October 31, 2020

5.0

I have been with NW Cardiology for the past 12-1/2 years. I have received excellent care.

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October 31, 2020

5.0

Because he's a very good communicator regarding my condition and treatment options

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October 31, 2020

5.0

Extremely qualified and very compassionate care

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October 23, 2020

5.0

Explained and made me feel comfortable good job by all

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October 23, 2020

5.0

Lot of knowledge explained great it was great jo

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October 16, 2020

5.0

He does a great job of managing my condition and I can tell he loves his profession

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October 16, 2020

5.0

The doctor is through and caring and he listened to my concerns

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October 16, 2020

5.0

Thorough, Knowledgeable, Friendly, Professional & Caring

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October 16, 2020

5.0

Thorough, Knowledgeable & Friendly

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October 01, 2020

5.0

new patient Dr relationship, however I was pleased with my first visit

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October 01, 2020

5.0

I was made to feel that my health matter to them

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September 29, 2020

5.0

Explains everything in a way that I can understand

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September 29, 2020

5.0

Dr. Ghafourian great. Easy to schedule appointments & tests

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September 29, 2020

5.0

Dr. Ghafourian is a well rounded professional...highly clinically competent and genuinely kind and caring. He has supported me in a watchful and concerned way since my very first visit with him, years ago now, to the present time. I would not want to be without him on my care team.I value his nurses as well. They have changed over the years and each one is as great as their predecessor.

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September 29, 2020

5.0

I receive comprehensive, medically expert, professional and friendly care from my cardiology team of Dr. Kambiz Ghaforuian and his nurse Mitzi and Dr. Alexandru Chicos and his nurse Katrina and whoever may be aiding them behind the scenes that I am unaware of.They have been supporting me since the onset of my illness, 5+ years ago, and I have realized amazing, unbelievable results, for which I am so grateful! It has not been easy, there have been very difficult times, caused by my disease, and they have been kind and caring and uplifting throughout. I would not want to endure my health adventure without them and their expertise.Everyone related to Blum Cardiovascular is superior...from the clinicans to the concierge on the clinic floor (I forget his name but he is so upbeat, professional and kind, always ready with a smile and a nice word) to the schedulers on the phone (very courteous, respectful and helpful). Wait times to reach a scheduler have increased noticably, understandably as the current health crisis (Covid-19) has changed many things in our world. This is not even worth mentioning; I only do so for the purpose of being comprehensive in my feedback. I offered a 9 rating vs. a 10 only because my personal philosphy is that nothing is perfect...but my cardiology team is a close as it gets! I value and appreciate them highly.

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September 22, 2020

5.0

He was very attentive and professional.

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September 16, 2020

5.0

Very warm guy n easy to understand n gets to the point

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September 16, 2020

5.0

The whole building wasvery clean an seems to be very sanitized n all associates was very friendly n nice n welcoming

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September 11, 2020

5.0

Dr. Take the time to explain to me. About my health.

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September 11, 2020

5.0

I like how the people's working with the patient very professional and respect.

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September 11, 2020

5.0

We like him and his professionalism

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September 11, 2020

5.0

Excellent care and services provided

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September 09, 2020

5.0

Very personable and considerate

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September 09, 2020

5.0

They took the time to really listen and it was sincere. We weren't rushed.

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September 05, 2020

5.0

Very thorough. Takes time to answer all questions, and to explain his diagnosis and treatment plan. Makes sure everyone understands and all are on the same page going forward.

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September 05, 2020

5.0

Cardiology Department ranked #1 in the state. Ease of diagnostics and identifying issues. Staff always friendly, knowledgeable, and willing to assist.

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September 01, 2020

4.0

I was taken good care of

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August 25, 2020

5.0

His communications were very concise and clear. Used language which made it easier for a non medical person to understand. Answered all my questions. Presents himself with confidence which makes the patient have confidence in him.

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August 19, 2020

5.0

He's a good doctor

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August 11, 2020

5.0

I was very informed

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August 11, 2020

5.0

Answer all questions and i understand everything very good experience

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August 05, 2020

5.0

Fast, efficient service. Lots of knowledge evident.

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August 04, 2020

5.0

He's a competent physician and has great communication skills - speaking in jargonless language that is understandable to a patient like me! He's great!

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July 24, 2020

5.0

He is pleasant and smart

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July 14, 2020

5.0

Very knowledgeable, friendly, and got me great results on my recovery

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July 14, 2020

5.0

Direct conversation with tests in front of us and dr Ghafourian explaining each item I brought up. Direct eye contact as he answered each question.

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June 28, 2020

5.0

He helped me through my heart failure in the most compassionate way.

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June 27, 2020

5.0

Very caring very thorough

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