David J. Bentrem, MD

David J. Bentrem, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Virginia School of Medicine - 1996
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2003
Fellowships:
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center - 2005

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery - Surgery (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 Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

144 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

36 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

36 Reviews

August 23, 2023

5.0

Very kind, knowledgeable. Took time to explain test results and next steps

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July 19, 2023

5.0

He was very kind and understanding and knowledgeable of all the different things I have going on.

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Explains procedure completely

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July 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bentrem is the best in Illinois and has the most experience with difficult cases. They don't come any better.

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June 21, 2023

5.0

Very efficient and personable.

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June 19, 2023

5.0

Competence

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June 08, 2023

5.0

Very positive, friendly, reassuring

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June 08, 2023

5.0

Dr Bentrem and his Oncology team arrived shortly after I was taken to wait for him.. He was professional, knowledgeable, polite and I felt comfortable with questions he asked. He thoroughly explained my medical situation and provided a large picture which assisted with my understanding. The appointment ran smoothly with a recommendation for new tests prior to next appointment, when scheduled.

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June 01, 2023

5.0

He was very informative and answered all questions and concerns, gave a good explanation of the disease and procedure.

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Was very caring and good bedside manner..

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May 25, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, organized, open and interactive. Great staff

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May 25, 2023

5.0

respected and good manner

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May 24, 2023

5.0

He is very patient.

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May 11, 2023

5.0

He was very professional and knowledgeable. He did his best to calm my fears and answer all my questions.

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May 01, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable, extremely positive with multiple solutions for the unknown

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bentrem is extremely knowledgeable and caring.

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March 06, 2023

5.0

Fully prepared for consult. Answered every question in an understandable way. Explained reasoning behind recommendation.

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February 26, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable

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February 15, 2023

5.0

professional and answers questions clarly

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February 15, 2023

5.0

The atmosphere in this area was very delighting.

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January 30, 2023

5.0

See above. Very open in talking about options and prospects going forward.

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January 26, 2023

5.0

He friendly and professional up front about the diagnosis and treatment

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January 04, 2023

5.0

Made me feel at ease. Sharp doctor. Liked his demeanor.

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January 04, 2023

3.0

Dr Bentrem may be brilliant, but came across as bumbling and unprepared. I worked to make sure my scans were sent over beforehand, and had to inform him mid-session that I already had the scan he was wishing for; he just hadn’t looked at it. If that’s his approach in the operating room, I’m not sure I trust him.

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January 04, 2023

5.0

Positive demeanor

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December 21, 2022

5.0

Very patient, knowledgeable and nice.

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December 21, 2022

5.0

Dr. So personable and professional .Talked with confidence

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November 28, 2022

5.0

Dr Bentrem visited me frequently when I was hospitalized and saw me within a day of a perceived problem after I was discharged.

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November 17, 2022

5.0

Very caring person, nice personality. answered all of our questions, went into detail with some.

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November 10, 2022

5.0

He was very professional and knowledgeable.

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October 26, 2022

5.0

Great personality especially when he talks to you. He makes sure you understand what he intends to do.

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October 20, 2022

5.0

Great surgeon and human being. Cares about his patients. Find time for everyone. Thank you Dr. Bentrem

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October 10, 2022

5.0

Dr. Bentrem was very professional, and encouraged questions during the visit. He explained options and future monitoring of my diagnosis with annual MRI studies. I would recommend Dr. Bentrem.

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October 06, 2022

5.0

See above. A warm and personable man.

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September 28, 2022

5.0

Dr Bentrem was smart, inquisitive, and had an empathetic persona. I liked him and all he had to say.

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September 18, 2022

5.0

Dr. Bentrem is extremely compassionate, caring with high attention to detail and patient well being.

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Disclosures

David J. Bentrem, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

External Professional Relationships

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