Lisa E. Flaum, MD

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1996 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Hematology and Medical Oncology

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Breast Cancer

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Georgetown University School of Medicine - 1998
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2001
Fellowships:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2005

Board Certifications

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

Faculty Profile

Associate Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

1996 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

Dr Flaum takes time to answer my questions and explain things.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Very pleasant asked questions Interactive Listened to what I had to say

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February 19, 2026

5.0

She is a empathetic person, we always have productive conversations.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Very nice ands caring

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February 11, 2026

5.0

She took the time to talk through my options and answer my questions, explaining the treatment plan while making me feel like an agent in my own care

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Dr. Flaum is very patient and understanding, and explains everything very clearly. I feel like I am in good hands with Dr. Flaum for my cancer treatment and prevention.

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February 08, 2026

5.0

Dr.Flaum is considerate, punctual, & a friendly professional.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Dr Flaum is well acquinted with my history and offers kind and professional care.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

She listens so intently and does not rush me out to see the next patient. She cares and meets me where I am and gives guidance and support.

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February 02, 2026

5.0

She's friendly and thorough. She comes in informed and takes her time to talk with you about your condition. I didn't feel rushed and felt comfortable in her care.

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February 01, 2026

5.0

She is very informative and listens to concerns.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

She is smart, caring, proactive and truly a life saver.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Because she take the time out to listen to you about whatever going on in your life. Also, and she is very concerned about her patience. She's very respectable to her patients, and she showed her kindness and compassion to her patience.

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January 25, 2026

5.0

She is a very human doctor. She listens. Given what she hears all day I can imagine it's a lot. But she always makes you feel like you're special and she wants to hear what you are going through.

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January 25, 2026

5.0

She listens to what you have to say . I trust her advice . She is kind and caring . I got all my questions answered .

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January 21, 2026

5.0

I have recommended Dr. Flaum to a friend. Dr. Flaum is very caring, and truly listens.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Dr Flaum is smart! She is also thoughtful and kind. She is well prepared and an excellent problem solver!!

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January 16, 2026

5.0

I trust her

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January 11, 2026

5.0

Dr Flaum was very detailed and thorough describing the next steps in my treatment. She patiently answered all of my questions and was thoughtful when addressing the fear that a cancer diagnosis brings.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Dr Flaum is great. She is a good listener and has a great personality

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Dr Flaum was fantastic. She took a lot of time to go through my results and answer all our questions. She was so caring, warm, and clear.

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Dr Flaum and her team are very thorough and explained all the detail regarding my cancer treatments, make me feel comfortable and understanding every steps along the way. Great patient's care. Highly recommended.

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December 21, 2025

5.0

Very caring and knowledgeable

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December 18, 2025

5.0

She's very knowledgeable and takes her time. She's the best.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

The best!

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Caring, thorough, gives as much time as needed.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

I love Dr. Flaum, she is thorough and cares. She always takes the time to explain things and is always current on the latest treatments. I am very thankful she is my doctor.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

She takes time with me and really engages and cares

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December 08, 2025

5.0

She was thorough in her explanations of each procedure, she addressed all my questions and I just liked her manner.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Thorough and caring.

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December 07, 2025

5.0

Very cooperative and helpful

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December 07, 2025

5.0

She is very professional and knowledgeable

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December 07, 2025

5.0

I appreciate my Doctor's knowledge, care and kindness. Appts go smoothly.

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December 06, 2025

5.0

Compassion,knowledge and professionalism

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Highly recommend Dr. Flaum! She is the absolute best and is always there for you when you need her!

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, compassionate, easy to talk with.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

She is concerned about my needs. She is a great doctor.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, and kind. She takes the time to answer my questions and listen to my concerns .

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flaum is attentive and caring but I have become unhappy with NM

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November 19, 2025

5.0

I really related to Dr Flaum and found her to be professional and sympathetic.

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November 16, 2025

5.0

She takes the time to listen and answer questions

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Smart, professional, relatable, knowledgeable. I like that she does not sugar coat but she presents information in a straightforward and empathic way.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Excellent care and caring attitude and very knowledgeable.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flaum was extremely caring and resourceful and calming through a very stressful experience - I'm so glad she is my doctor and was able to ensure I was in amazing hands.

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November 08, 2025

5.0

Caring and knowledgeable

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November 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flaum and Tara [last name] have been invaluable to my care/treatment over the last 9 years. They are experienced, knowledgeable, responsive, honest, trustworthy, helpful, reassuring, and kind. I trust and rely on Dr. Flaum's recommendation and input.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable Expert in her field Personable

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Excellent Dr

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Dr Flaum is wonderful! She has been my doctor since 2019. She is very empathetic and listens. So knowledgeable too

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Dr Flaum is extremly knowledgable about Cancer care and treatment. She has helped save my life! She understands that this is a challenging journey, and she also has a plan for me and all of her patients.

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November 02, 2025

5.0

I felt comfortable and supported during the telehealth visit.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

She is a great physician.

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October 22, 2025

5.0

Thorough but efficient Kind Knows her stuff Goes to bat for patients when necessary

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October 22, 2025

5.0

She's very professional, knowledgeable takes the time to listen and cares about her patients

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October 22, 2025

5.0

She is smart, well informed, empathic and organized. A perfect oncologist.

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October 21, 2025

4.0

She explained everything and gave guidance on what to expect

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October 20, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable snd personable. She is easy to talk to and to understand.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Flaum is always kind, takes her time, listens and give clear feedback.

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October 19, 2025

5.0

Highly relational and smart.

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October 19, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, explained very clearly, and make sure I understand my situation.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

She listens, answers all questions & always has a warm compassionate tone.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Long time patient.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

She is a very caring and compassionate doctor

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October 14, 2025

5.0

She seems very smart. I trust her.

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October 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flaum is knowledgeable, considerate and patient. She took the time to answer all my questions and concerns.

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October 11, 2025

5.0

She and her assistant are great. Giving me all sorts of information on all next strps.

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October 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flaum was very thorough in her explanation of the plan for treatment based on my particular pathology results and history . She took her time and answered all my questions . I felt reassured and comfortable .

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October 10, 2025

5.0

She is wonderful doctor And very professional!

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Excellent care.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

As noted above. Dr Flaum was very kind and knowledgeable and patient. Also, as I am looking at a 5 year road and potential side effects, she provided great advice. She said, 5 years is overwhelming so let's take it step by step and day to day. This really put it in perspective and shows her empathy with patients.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Same as above. She explained everything thoroughly. She was not rushed.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

knowlegable, qualified on breast metastize to lungs. made me trust her opinion. gave me options on care.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

She is my calm in this cancer storm

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Dr Flaum is empathic, efficient, and an attentive listener.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

she was very nice and make feel good that you can talk to her

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October 06, 2025

5.0

All of the above -intelligent, explains well -just trust her and like her . She is kind and helps with questions non related to her speciality -holistic .

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flaum listens carefully and responds to my every concern.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

My doctor, Dr. Flaum is compasionate, keeps me informed & ready to assist me when needed.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Listens and explains

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September 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flaum is the best. I feel she is keeping UpToDate with the latest in cancer treatment. She is very approachable. I can ask any question of her. My daughter also participates in some of the discussions and also feels very confident in her treatment.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Friendly and caring attitude, always spends the time needed to answer my questions

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flaum and her entire staff were very professional very knowledgeable. I took the time to explain things to me and answer all of my questions. I felt a sense of comfort while under their care during a very scary time in my life.

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Polite, answers all my questions, kind and committed to my health and well being, compassionate

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September 22, 2025

4.0

knowledgeable, respectful and attentive.

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September 20, 2025

5.0

Listens & responds

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September 19, 2025

5.0

She's the best ...efficient, knowledgeable, kind, understanding and also direct.

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September 18, 2025

5.0

She listens attentively

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September 18, 2025

5.0

Dr Flaum is very engaging & puts me at ease when I speak with her.

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September 17, 2025

5.0

She cam in got straight to the point on questions that I had and knows how to treat the problem

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flaum is an excellent physician who take time with me and answers all questions.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

She is a great doctor.

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September 15, 2025

5.0

Friendly, listened to what I had to say and let me know how things will proceed in the future.

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September 14, 2025

5.0

She is very familiar with my history and issues and takes time to discuss my options. Is a great listener.

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September 13, 2025

5.0

She is considerate and explains everything to your upstanding

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September 12, 2025

5.0

Caring, intelligent, VERY THOROUGH!

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September 11, 2025

5.0

She is great

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September 11, 2025

5.0

She listens and is knowledgeable.

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September 11, 2025

5.0

thoroughness, empathy, professionalism

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September 10, 2025

5.0

Kind, responsive care always. Great communication and access to the latest treatments

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