Adnan Arif, MD

Adnan Arif, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Psychiatry

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Dow University of Health Sciences - 1999
Internship:
Cleveland Clinic Foundation - 2002
Residency:
Cleveland Clinic Foundation - 2005
Fellowships:
Cleveland Clinic Foundation - 2006

Languages Spoken

  • Urdu

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Psychiatry (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

236 Ratings

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Listens and remembers short and long term very well. Very well educated and knowledgeable.

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Arif is wonderful. Dr. Arif listens to me, respects me, and I can talk to him so easily. He has literally saved me and changed my life around.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

I believe Dr, Arif really cares about his patients. He listens to you and makes you feel like he understands what you are going through! I am always part oh the decision making with regard to my medications and therapy. He is understanding and patient. His his calm demeanor helps me to relax when I’m in therapy with him. I highly recommend him to other people

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April 14, 2024

5.0

The doctor was incredibly understanding and patient, even when the patient was feeling distressed and agitated. What's impressive is that the doctor is multilingual, which allowed them to communicate effectively and make the patient feel understood. It's great to see doctors who go the extra mile to ensure their patients and family feel comfortable and heard.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

He’s a very caring doctor and listens to your needs he takes the time with you

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April 04, 2024

5.0

He is always coming up with suggestions and recommendations. It appears that he is involved in what is best for me.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

He attention to detail about my brother and his level of care is exceptional.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Very kind, compassionate and complete. Very thorough initial appointment.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

He listens and helped me work through what is causing me anxiety and gives me positive feedback! And suggestions on thinks I can do to help me get better

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March 08, 2024

5.0

He is of amazing value to the quality of my life. Always insightful and so much knowledge. His input always sets me right in a world of uncertainty.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Arif is a very good Doctor. He listens well, and he is very knowledgeable and helpful.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Very compassionate, excellent bedside, takes care of his patients well

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February 25, 2024

5.0

The shows genuine interest in the person he is trying to help.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Arif is competent, helpful and listens to my concerns.

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February 16, 2024

5.0

Dr.Arif is concerned with helping me.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Very good doctor

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February 12, 2024

5.0

He really listens.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

The best doctor. Respectful and patient.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Great Doctor

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Very good doctor if I had questions and he would help me with the answers

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Dr.Arif was courteous and knowledgeable.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Smart, great psychiatrist very personable.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

He is very patient & listen’s attentively

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Dr Arif listens to you and is very understanding and takes the time to help you

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December 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Arif is a very knowledgeable, experienced professional. He takes the time to listen and understand.

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December 20, 2023

5.0

You have the feeling that he cares and he listens to what you are saying.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Very helpful. Great results.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Dr Arif has a wide variety of knowledge I needed a new neurologist after 18 years of seeing mine for multiple sclerosis he recommended one from northwestern I see her on January 9 I feel that dr Arif is a definite asset to northwestern medicine

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December 04, 2023

5.0

He is patient and understanding and listens

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November 28, 2023

5.0

I absolutely would recommend Doctor Arif. He is very professional, yet he has a pleasant, affable manner. He conveys a genuine concern about all aspects of my mental and physical health, of which I so appreciate. Under Dr. Arif's care and thanks to him, I enjoy a quality of life and hope to continue being his patient for as long as I am able and while he is in practice.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

He was very easy to talk to, and gave me a lot of attention, asked if I had any questions and if I did he answered them in a very understanding way. He was very friendly and knowledgeable!

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Very helpful and listens.

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November 22, 2023

5.0

He listens to what you have to say and try’s to fix it

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Dr Arif is very kind. He explains everything at great length, and makes sure you understand everything.

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November 18, 2023

5.0

Good

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November 16, 2023

5.0

Dr.Arif is extremely knowledgeable and helpful.

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November 16, 2023

5.0

He's a "straight shooter." That might be slightly off-putting to some, but I appreciate it. I'm a long-time cancer patient with experience with a lot of different Doctors. Dr. Arif has superior knowledge and experience and it shows in his interactions (with me, anyway). I picked him having had experience with him 10 years ago because I know I can trust him. Trust us key in a Doctor-patient relationship.

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November 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Adnan Arif is thorough, knowledgeable about medications whether they be prescription or over the counter, and he is very compassionate.

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November 09, 2023

5.0

He listens to every single concern and gives multiple options, and then only does what I feel comfortable with.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Caring, listens to his patient's concerns, understanding

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November 05, 2023

5.0

I am very impressed with the interactions I have had during my visits with Dr. Arif! He has helped with my issues in the most professional, interested, and caring way! His insight into everything we discuss is so refreshing to me and REALLY helps me deal with struggles that I may be experiencing!!! No Question, A GREAT asset to your Practice!!!! I am VERY thankful to have him as my Doctor!!

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November 05, 2023

5.0

Great results

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November 01, 2023

5.0

Good Doctor

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October 31, 2023

5.0

Dr. Arif is an excellent doctor who has been helping me for many years. I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my mental health care.

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October 26, 2023

5.0

Takes the time to listen, makes crucial inquiries to assess needs, has a strong knowledge of research and medications and makes helpful support recommendations

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October 23, 2023

5.0

Dr. Adnan Arif is an excellent doctor! He’s skilled at diagnosing issues & prescribing both medical interventions and behavioral/lifestyle modifications (breathing exercises, meditation, & physical activity. I recently followed him to Northwestern Medicine from another practice & have recommended him to family and friends for their mental health needs.

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October 23, 2023

5.0

Dr. Arif is an excellent psychiatrist. He listens to me.he remembers my situation from visit to visit. He’s got a very kind demeanor, and he’s extremely intelligent.

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October 20, 2023

5.0

We felt very comfortable and heard by doctor.

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October 17, 2023

5.0

Very easy to connect with great psychiatrist.

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October 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. is patient and thorough. Takes time to understand my feelings, and what I’m going through.

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October 10, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, nice and easy to talk to

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October 08, 2023

5.0

Dr Arif is an excellent physician and is providing for my needs on a progressive basis.

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October 04, 2023

5.0

Dr Adnan Arif is a brilliant psychiatrist!! He thinks outside the box. He knows how to help people heal.

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October 03, 2023

5.0

Dr Arif is very compassionate, and takes his time to listen to you

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September 26, 2023

5.0

He’s a great listener and try’s to come up with ways to resolve issues.

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September 17, 2023

5.0

Dr Adnan Arif, MD, is a genius at figuring out the right drug combination that helped me to heal. He was available by phone when I needed to talk to him. He is brilliant and kind and caring. Thanks for helping me heal!!

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September 05, 2023

5.0

Been following for 7 years plus very satisfied with behavior health treatments.

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September 05, 2023

5.0

He is the absolute best. He is patient, knowledgeable, and offers great perspective.

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September 04, 2023

5.0

Dr. Arif is very knowledgeable and friendly. He is also willing to listen to me and what my goals are. He is willing to work with me to attain those goals.

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September 03, 2023

5.0

I learn something new every time I talk with him. He is by far the best psychiatrist I've ever had. And I have had many. He takes an interest and is extremely caring.

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