John A. Kalapurakal, MD

John A. Kalapurakal, MD

4.9 
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Radiation Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Medical College Thiruvananthapuram - 1988
Internship:
University of Tennessee - 1993
Residency:
Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine - 1997

Languages Spoken

  • Hindi
  • Malayalam
  • Tamil

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Radiology - Radiation Oncology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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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4.9
4.9 

218 Ratings

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August 29, 2022

5.0

Has been a wonderful, caring physician for me for the past 13 years.

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August 27, 2022

5.0

He is one of the finest Doctor’s and person’s I could ever have taking care of me.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Very understanding of what I am going through with my cancer.

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August 18, 2022

5.0

I have only met with him twice, has been friendly, and clear with directions and passing on information!

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August 11, 2022

5.0

The man is a godsend

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Professional and caring doctor.

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August 09, 2022

5.0

They were nice to me

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August 03, 2022

5.0

I cannot say enough good things about him. He is attentive and compassionate. He really cares about his patients.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Great Bed Manners

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June 22, 2022

5.0

He is always informative, but do have to wait for him at times

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June 21, 2022

3.0

Honest

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May 27, 2022

5.0

I feel I could not be in better hands anywhere than with Dr. John.His expertise and knowledge is second to none. In addition, his compassion and concern for my well being cannot be overstated. I have no doubt I am in the right place at Northwestern with Dr. John

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May 26, 2022

5.0

He was fine.

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May 26, 2022

5.0

Great bedside manner - calmed both me and my son

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May 24, 2022

5.0

I had no complaints, all the people I came in contact with were friendly and professional. I feel comfortable with them treating me moving forward.

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May 07, 2022

5.0

vigilant and overseeing all patient care.

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May 05, 2022

5.0

In addition to being a competent provider, he is a truly compassionate person.

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May 03, 2022

5.0

He showed that he really cares, was in no rush and spent a lot of time with me. He is very personable and professional. He made me very comfortable during a difficult discussion.

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April 30, 2022

5.0

He is compassionate and communicates clearly.

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April 23, 2022

5.0

procedure went well, explained at time, well coordinated pre and post procedure care

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April 16, 2022

5.0

very patient oriented...terrific communicator...

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April 02, 2022

5.0

Spends appropriate time explaining everything in a kind and optimistic way. We focus on beating the disease with a positive attitude - and so kind.

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Disclosures

John A. Kalapurakal, 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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