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Salem J. Makdah, MD

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Internal Medicine

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Practice Focus Areas

Adult Medicine
Cancer Screening
Chronic Disease Management
Comprehensive Primary Care
Diabetes
Hypertension
Peri-Operative Medicine
Preventive Medicine

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Jordan School of Medicine - 1980
Residency:: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Advocate Christ Medical Center - 1988

Languages Spoken

Arabic

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (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

4.8

4.8

347 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

91 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

91 Reviews

August 30, 2023

5.0

Friendly and helpful

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August 29, 2023

5.0

I like the care I have received so far

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August 18, 2023

5.0

Fantastic attentive Dr. Really seems to know what he is doing and is patient and caring

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August 17, 2023

5.0

Dr Makdah is a very skilled and kind doctor

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August 17, 2023

5.0

Very smart man. Good educated doctor.

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August 15, 2023

5.0

Very caring and thorough Doctor. He makes sure you understand everything and listens to what you have to say.

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August 15, 2023

5.0

The doctors help fully explains things has a great great demeanor I just enjoy going and seeing them

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August 12, 2023

4.0

Satisfied with his diagnosis and treatment

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August 10, 2023

5.0

patient focused. years of experience directed at gereactic medicine. asks the right questions. Explains things to me clearly.

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August 08, 2023

5.0

He seems like a good guy

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August 02, 2023

5.0

Very caring, understanding, and patience. He takes his time and he ask and answers questions.

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July 29, 2023

5.0

Excellent patient care. Thank you!

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July 28, 2023

5.0

He added the ekg for my surgery

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July 28, 2023

5.0

He is a new doctor for us and so far our experiences with him have been comfortable.

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s a very good doctor

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July 25, 2023

5.0

One of best Internists in this area.

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July 25, 2023

5.0

He takes his time with you and listens

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July 24, 2023

5.0

Caring

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July 24, 2023

5.0

Dr Makdah is highly respected and his expertise as a physician is needed and appreciated. He has vast experience and knowledge. I appreciate his dedication.

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July 10, 2023

5.0

Took his time and explained the reason for his treatment plan.

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July 06, 2023

5.0

Very personable, listens to patients concerns, explains patientâ€™s condition in laymanâ€™s terms. Does not rush you.

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July 03, 2023

5.0

He was kind and listened well. We had a very easy and relaxed conversation.

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June 28, 2023

5.0

He takes his time with you talking about how I am doing and explaining what is what. He seems like he really cares about you.

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June 21, 2023

5.0

I like they way he and his staff are do patient with me, because usually I ask a lot of questions,which they don't mind answering. DR.Makdah is very professional and will go that extra mile to make you comfortable when talking to you about your health.

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June 21, 2023

5.0

he seems to understand my problem

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Very thourogh visit. Asked a lot of questions. And answered all of mine.

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June 19, 2023

5.0

he takes his time to explain to the patient

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June 17, 2023

5.0

Excellent Patient Care!

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June 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Salem Makdah is an expert in his field. He goes beyond the surface and look deeper to create a much needed Process to obtain a clear path. As a result, the situation is resolved and the illness is also resolved.

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June 13, 2023

5.0

Dr Makdah is very empathetic, trustworthy and very knowledgeable

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June 12, 2023

1.0

Doctor mistakes concerns as anxiety

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Dr makes you feel at ease, Gets to problem right away. You leave with hope for better outcome of illness,

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June 10, 2023

4.0

On time for appointments.Listens to all questions. Takes time with me

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June 07, 2023

5.0

Dr Makdah is AMAZING and listens to ALL I say.

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June 01, 2023

5.0

He listens

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Very nice Dr

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May 30, 2023

5.0

He is empathetic and down to earth. Heâ€™s very knowledgeable and we respect his opinion

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May 25, 2023

5.0

He is very helpful

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May 23, 2023

5.0

He is patient and answers all questions.

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May 23, 2023

5.0

Good knowledgeable doctor. Easy to talk with, explains things so you understand.

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May 22, 2023

5.0

Spends time with patient and listen to their concerns

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May 21, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s very personable and down to earth

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May 19, 2023

5.0

Reads patient charts before he see each patient. Treats patients like a person not a disease. Listenes to patient and answers all questions no matter how trivial.

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May 18, 2023

5.0

Have been going to Dr Makdah for 40 years and he is the best.

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May 15, 2023

5.0

Interested in my health history

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May 10, 2023

5.0

Like his attitude and thinking process.

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May 08, 2023

5.0

Very professional.

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May 07, 2023

5.0

He listened as was very knowledgeable! Great Dr.

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May 04, 2023

5.0

Every time I leave the office I feel great That's my health is getting better And he takes this time with you and his staff are great

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May 04, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s very smart doctor. Good doctor and explain everythingâ€˜s very good.

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May 01, 2023

4.0

He was my fatherâ€™s doctor for several decades.

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April 29, 2023

2.0

Did not handle a hard situation well. Brushed off concerns until the 3 time it was brought up. Contradicted own prescription

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April 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Makdah listened... He explained medical terms and made me feel very comfortable

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April 27, 2023

5.0

I believe he is a good Doctor.

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April 26, 2023

5.0

Sat with me and went over my results . Made sure I understood what he was saying. Was there over a hour and he didnâ€™t rush .

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April 26, 2023

5.0

Dr Makdah is patient and thorough. He answers all of my questions and provide good advise.

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April 26, 2023

5.0

Very kind, easy to speak with, listened and explained. A wonderful physician.

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April 25, 2023

5.0

Very careful in listening to my concerns. Very considerate of my time

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April 21, 2023

5.0

Very friendly and listens to my questions

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April 20, 2023

5.0

He was very clear in everything he was doing and what I need to do

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April 20, 2023

5.0

He took his time. And answered all my questions.

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April 19, 2023

5.0

Went through with questions you asked. Did not rush you. Went through your problems

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April 18, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s one heck of a dr and s special human being

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April 17, 2023

5.0

Great guy.no rushing

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April 13, 2023

5.0

Professional

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April 11, 2023

5.0

he sit and talk with you

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April 10, 2023

4.0

My first impression was good but I still have to see if were a right fit

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April 09, 2023

5.0

Listens well and is very caring.

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April 07, 2023

5.0

Listens to my questions

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April 06, 2023

5.0

He knows the individual need of his patients .

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April 03, 2023

5.0

He listens and explains his course of treatment well. Very helpful.

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April 03, 2023

5.0

I felt confident and assured.

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April 03, 2023

5.0

Courteous physician, addresses all issues in a professional and caring way

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April 02, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and knowledgeable.

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March 31, 2023

5.0

Excellent service

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March 31, 2023

5.0

Professional and a good listener.

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March 27, 2023

5.0

Took his time to get to know me and my previous medical history. Very interested in my condition. Was knowledgeable and recommended some changes that made sense.

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Doctor makdah is very Knowledgeable personable and easy to talk with.

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Great doctor compassionate

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March 20, 2023

5.0

Very helpful very great Doctor

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March 17, 2023

5.0

He is good doctor and he know what he is doing

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March 16, 2023

5.0

My husband and I have been going to Dr Makdah for more than 40 years and he is the best!!!

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March 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Makdah is friendly and professional. I enjoy seeing him.

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March 08, 2023

5.0

Took time to discuss issues

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March 06, 2023

5.0

Compassionate, kind, and patient.

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March 06, 2023

5.0

He listened to my concerns and recommended further options.

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March 03, 2023

5.0

Attentive , patient and experienced

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March 03, 2023

5.0

Patient Service and thoughtful care.

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March 03, 2023

5.0

Dr Makdah talks to me in a normal conversations not in medical terms I canâ€™t understand.

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February 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Makdah is a great listener

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February 28, 2023

5.0

Listened carefully to my concerns, did thorough exam, explained possible problems so that I was well informed, corrected my own self generated medical misinformation, arranged for further tests and explained how to access them. Dr. Makdah is easy to talk to and provided excellent care.

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Disclosures

Salem J. Makdah, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

External Professional Relationships

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