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Mary Maish, MD

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352 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Thoracic Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Rush University Medical College - 1993
Internship:: Rush University Medical Center - 1994
Residency:: Spectrum Health/Michigan State University - 1995

University of Pennsylvania Health System - 1999

Texas Heart Institute/Baylor College of Medicine - 2003
Fellowships:: University of Southern California/LAC+USC Medical Center - 2004

Languages Spoken

French
Italian

Board Certifications

American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)
American Board of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Health System Clinician, 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 Lake Forest Hospital

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

352 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

August 30, 2022

5.0

Wonderful person all the way around

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August 24, 2022

5.0

She’s great! Very thorough, very caring, very clear. A great doctor!

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Confident in her as My Physician

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August 17, 2022

5.0

She gets right to the point! Speaks clearly and I appreciate her understanding!!!!

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August 17, 2022

5.0

She cares about her patients. It REALLY makes a huge difference

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July 20, 2022

5.0

Great interpersonal skilld

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July 20, 2022

5.0

She’s wonderful

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July 20, 2022

5.0

She’s methodical. Clearly explained the procedures. Liked her manner.

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July 01, 2022

5.0

I am fully trusting Dr. Maish and would definitely recommend her.

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Because Dr Maish provided informative, unrushed discussion of my medical condition and options to consider that will help mitigate symptoms.

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June 20, 2022

5.0

Dr Maisch is kind, knowledgeable, competent, personable & compassionate.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Great personality. Smart!

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June 12, 2022

5.0

I only refer physicians who would give a good experience and be positive with my friend.

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June 11, 2022

5.0

Very good doctor.

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June 09, 2022

5.0

Very attentive

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June 09, 2022

5.0

Dr Maish is a very professional and thoughtful doctor. Today she thought it was in my best interests to cancel a scheduled procedure. I very much liked her reasoning for this decision.

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June 01, 2022

5.0

She was very professional and polite and explained the procedures.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Everyone wants to have a good results.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

I feel secure with her

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Good doctor. Sense of humor. Quit smoking with little struggle.

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May 12, 2022

5.0

Explain thoroughly what she knew from the test performed even without biopsy results. Also informed me what my diet should be until my office visit.

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May 11, 2022

5.0

Dr Maish is an extraordinary knowledgeable Thoracic surgeon who is at the top of her game. She just knows how to get you well!

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May 05, 2022

5.0

Great communicator and superior surgeon.

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May 04, 2022

5.0

She explained everything so I could understand. She was also very professional but did not rush our appointment.

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May 04, 2022

5.0

Muy bien

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May 01, 2022

5.0

She has the right stuff. She’s kind, considerate, professional and,of course, a surgeon who who help me get back to my 100 percent self

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April 28, 2022

5.0

Dr Maish heard me and understood.

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April 25, 2022

5.0

she has been really good with me . encourages me not to worry about what i am facing and i feel like she cares

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April 20, 2022

5.0

competent, thorough, answered questions well

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April 20, 2022

5.0

Extremely friendly and very caring

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April 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Maish is an amazing surgeon and has the best bedside manner. She’s incredible!

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April 14, 2022

5.0

A excellent doctor and surgeon at the top of her game!

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April 13, 2022

5.0

Dr Maish arranged the above treatment.

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April 10, 2022

5.0

Dr. Maish is a skilled and caring dr.

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April 06, 2022

5.0

Very professional, at ease.

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April 06, 2022

5.0

thoroughness, knowledge and easy to talk with

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April 01, 2022

5.0

She explained everything and went out of her way to help

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March 23, 2022

5.0

Fue muy específica con la información sobre mi problema que tengo se tiene que llevar.

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March 22, 2022

5.0

She's womderful

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Dr. Maish is a wonderful surgeon! She is straight forward and I trust her.

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March 18, 2022

5.0

She was early and answers ALL my questions. I feel taken care of and heard.

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March 16, 2022

5.0

Competent, informative, compassionate

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March 10, 2022

5.0

She diligently watches what is happening in my lungs and I feel very confident that she will take care of my needs when things change.

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February 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Maish is kind and caring. She explains things thoroughly and answers questions patiently.

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February 18, 2022

5.0

She’s phenomenal

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February 16, 2022

5.0

Very professional

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February 15, 2022

5.0

Very thorough and caring

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February 13, 2022

5.0

very good patient interaction, great communication and caring.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

Great listening and clearly explains options, prompt appointment but not rushed.

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February 07, 2022

5.0

She is one smart Doctor and I enjoyed our visit.

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February 04, 2022

5.0

She’s great

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February 02, 2022

4.0

She explained everything

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January 30, 2022

5.0

Good service

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January 19, 2022

5.0

Very understanding, she gives her advice and also listens to your concerns.

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January 16, 2022

5.0

I am very impressed with my treatment.

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January 12, 2022

5.0

Awesome Dr. !

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January 11, 2022

5.0

She is a great lady and I enjoyed meeting her.

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January 05, 2022

5.0

Dr Maish repaired my hernia with skill and care.

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December 25, 2021

5.0

Excellent surgeon ,forthcoming ,honest ,personable

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December 21, 2021

5.0

She's sweet, knowledgeable, professional

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December 21, 2021

5.0

Dr. Maisch takes time explaining everything to me, answering my questions and discussing what needs to be done.

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Explains all options in a language patient can understand

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December 17, 2021

5.0

Dr Maish is great. When I first saw her two years ago, the very first thing she said was “if you are going to have a problem, this is the one you want.” She was so comforting, explained everything well, was always available when we needed her. I have seen her every 6 months for the past two years and “graduated” this month for annual visits.

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December 08, 2021

5.0

She is professional, personable. Listens! Takes time to explain. Feels like she is truly vested in my well being. Felt like a collaborative effort to resolve my issue. She is a star!

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December 05, 2021

5.0

Knowledge, experience and understanding.

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December 03, 2021

5.0

Dr. Maish is the best!

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November 28, 2021

5.0

Nice lady.

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November 23, 2021

5.0

Thank you doctor! She is great doctor!

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November 16, 2021

5.0

She's very nice.

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November 10, 2021

5.0

She is kind and answers all questions.

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November 09, 2021

5.0

I am healthy due to her skill.

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November 02, 2021

5.0

Explains what will happen, articulate, knowledgeable.

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October 27, 2021

5.0

Confidence -- she's informative and does not "talk down" to her patients.

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October 06, 2021

5.0

She is so nice and talks to you so you can understand what’s going and makes you feel comfortable

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September 26, 2021

5.0

Dr. Maish is kind, patient, and respectful of my concerns.

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September 22, 2021

5.0

She was professional, took time to good listen, suggested treatment plan to follow. Felt supported in this effort.

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September 21, 2021

5.0

Respuesta concretas

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September 19, 2021

5.0

Great Doctor......still have more to go!!

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September 15, 2021

5.0

Dr Miash is a great doctor explained everything that I asked her

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September 09, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable and a skillful surgeon. Excellent bedside manner.

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September 02, 2021

5.0

Based on first hand experience we know that Dr Maish is a extremely knowledgeable and talented Thoracic surgeon. She also has a way of explaining complex situations that make you feel comfortable being her patient.

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August 31, 2021

5.0

Dr.Maish took time with me, She is trying to contact another Dr. for further tests. She got right on it and set my mind at ease.

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August 27, 2021

5.0

She was fantastic she told me Iâ€™d be out of the hospital and I was. Considering the scope of the operation thatâ€™s a miracle

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August 09, 2021

5.0

She seems very good at explaining all aspects of exploring my condition & explaining all possible steps.

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July 21, 2021

5.0

Such a great doctor and human being...

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July 16, 2021

5.0

Great doctor

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July 14, 2021

5.0

doctor is good .

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July 11, 2021

5.0

I don't recommend as a rule but I would say good things about my experience with her. We all have different opinions and different reasons to see a surgeon. I can only tell my story.

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July 10, 2021

5.0

Dr was knowledgeable about my problems and solution to hopefully resolve my health issue.

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July 08, 2021

5.0

Dr. Maish was highly recommended to me by knowledgable people in the world of medicine and I believe she is as talented as they come. I had complete confidence in her skills and appreciate her continued care and concern.

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July 02, 2021

5.0

She explains everything to you and makes you feel comfortable

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June 30, 2021

5.0

I really like her she explained everything

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June 16, 2021

5.0

Caring, expert surgeon, always tries to do whatâ€™s best for the patient.

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June 16, 2021

5.0

Stays on top of things and flexible about needs in care

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May 27, 2021

5.0

Dr Maish is an experienced, skilled and thoughtful surgeon. She clearly has earned the respect of her colleagues and supporting staff. We have entrusted her with several complex procedures.

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May 26, 2021

5.0

Es un excelente mÃ©dico

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May 25, 2021

5.0

El modo de ser de ella es bastante amigable, me sentÃ bastante confiada sabÃa que estaba en buenas manos

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May 19, 2021

5.0

Professional and very concerned about helping me treat my condition.

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May 19, 2021

5.0

Dr. Maish is excellent. She explains everything in detail.

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May 16, 2021

5.0

Exceptional

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Disclosures

Mary Maish, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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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