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Joshua J. Meeks, MD, PhD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Urologic Oncology

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Bladder Cancer
Neobladder (Orthotopic)
Robotic Bladder Surgery
Urethral Cancer
Urinary Diversion

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 2005
Professional Education:: PhD, Northwestern University Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences - 2003
Internship:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2006
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2011
Fellowships:: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center - 2012

Board Certifications

American Board of Urology - Urology (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

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1698 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Meeks is very knowledgeable and takes the time to make sure you are comfortable with the procedure.

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April 26, 2025

5.0

smart,willing to talk to you and answer your questions.Gives you options. When you have a major illness, what you want from your doctor is in my opinion someone who is positive, gives you a plan and finally gives you hope. Dr. Meeks does all these things.

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April 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Meeks makes you feel that he is truly interested in the best care for you. He takes the time to explain all procedures and treatments and wants to make sure that you fully understand and are comfortable with everything.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable. Answered all my questions and concerns without rushing. Gave me complete confidence in his abilities.

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April 19, 2025

5.0

Probably the best urologist for diagnosing cancer and other diseases.

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April 19, 2025

5.0

He was able to get rid of my bladder cancer for the time being. He's very efficient when it comes to the cystoscopy procedure.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

He's a great & caring Doctor!

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April 18, 2025

5.0

He is caring, compassionate and a great surgeon

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Dr Meeks is extremely knowledgeable and Respectful

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Meeks was very thorough in his explanation of recommended treatment and easy to understand. He made me feel at ease as a new patient and answered all of my questions.

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April 09, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk to. Very thorough. Knowledgeable and kind. A rare mix these days

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Dr Meeks is a 10+!! You can tell he is very compassionate about the work he does. All of his patients are very important to him. He truly has been given a gift!!

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March 28, 2025

5.0

He knows his stuff!

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Dr Meeks was very courteous, professional, and explained everything in detail. Addressed all of my concerns.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

very caring

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Highly competent and personable. Answers all questions.

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March 22, 2025

5.0

Excellent service and care by Dr. Meeks and his assistants.

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March 22, 2025

5.0

Excellent caring carr

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March 21, 2025

5.0

He makes me feel special and takes his time at my appointments

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March 21, 2025

5.0

Explained everything about my Procedure and what treatment plan I'm going to get

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March 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Meeks was very sensitive to my concerns

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Thoroughly researches available remedies, including clinical trials, and - with major patient input - selects most appropriate regimen, administering with care and consideration.

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March 16, 2025

5.0

Very thorough.

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March 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Meeks is great!

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March 13, 2025

5.0

He provided answers to all my questions and struck me as very trustworthy.

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March 12, 2025

5.0

I can't say enough good things about Dr Meeks. He is so committed to my care. I feel lucky that he is caring for me.

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March 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Meeks has been very caring and listens to all my questions and concerns. He also strikes me as being very knowledgeable and up to date in best practices.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Professional and provides valuable information on your health.

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March 08, 2025

5.0

A student and master of urological cancer research, he excels in his profession and is a caring provider. . .

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March 08, 2025

5.0

His experience and explanations.

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March 07, 2025

5.0

A+ surgeon

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March 02, 2025

5.0

Very professional and treats patients with humanity

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March 01, 2025

5.0

Dr Meeks is very professional knowledgeable and easy to talk and understand

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February 28, 2025

5.0

Dr Meeks is rated as one of the best and he truly deserves that recognition.

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February 27, 2025

5.0

Great

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Excellent dr, extremely knowledge about, concern for patients and very courtious

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February 26, 2025

5.0

He has tended to my problem for years now, seems to be concerned and on top of things.

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Doctor is highly qualified

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Excellent surgeon. Listens to patient concerns.

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February 22, 2025

5.0

Dr Meeks is an excellent surgeon and compassionate person.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

Performed a very delicate tumor removal without affecting surrounding area and with no complications. He was extremely thorough in making sure all affected areas were removed,which all post op tests verified. He explained every phase of my treatment, making it much less stressful.

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February 12, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and explained details well

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February 12, 2025

5.0

Top notch hospital and doctor

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February 11, 2025

5.0

He brilliant, caring & compassionate

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February 08, 2025

5.0

He's a great doctor

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February 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Meeks has been a great doctor. He genuinely cares about his patients, he'll ask questions, listens and responds and includes his patients spouse/significant other in the conversation, goes over any or all test results/scans etc.

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February 02, 2025

5.0

i've dealt with dozens of doctors at Northwestern, Mayo Clinic and elsewhere. Have as much confidence in Dr. Meeks as I have any doctor who has ever treated me.

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February 01, 2025

5.0

very good Doctor

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February 01, 2025

5.0

A doctor who actually cares about his patients, and is excellent in his chosen firld

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January 29, 2025

5.0

Same as above. I know I'm in good hands.

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January 27, 2025

5.0

He is very professional and caring. He takes the time to cover any questions you may have.

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January 22, 2025

5.0

I value Dr. Meeks' pragmatic approach - he's incredibly smart, spends the time necessary to explain where things stand and care and treatment to consider. I can tell he is always thinking ahead on behalf of patients with Plan A, B & C since as we know results are variable and many times unknown until faced with the data. I can also tell that he has great respect from not only his immediate team but the NM support team - admission staff, scheduling, nurses, PA's.

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January 22, 2025

5.0

He is through and understanding.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Professional, caring, and compassionate

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Wonderful Doctor - caring, listens well and advises with a realistic approach to achieve what is needed

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Very professional, explains everything and try's to remember his patients

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Extremely impressed by his expertise, communication and treatment.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Dr Meeks not only makes me feel like I am with the best doctor but also with a very good friend. Very thorough with his explanation of treatment and procedures. Positive attitude at all times. Thank you Dr Meeks.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

good doctor

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January 12, 2025

5.0

I feel that Dr. Meeks is trustworthy and straight forward with his recommended treatment plans!

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January 12, 2025

5.0

Nice bedside matter and is very friendly and knowledgeable.

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January 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Meeks is caring, considerate, and respectful, and so knowledgeable about different approaches to bladder cancer. Great surgeon and researcher. .

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January 08, 2025

5.0

The best

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January 08, 2025

5.0

As stated above. Compassionate

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Can't say enough about how confident I am about his ability to handle my medical issues and to keep abreast of any signs for remedial diagnosis should they occur

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Outstanding doc.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Very good doctor explained to my husband what we needed to know about his bladder cancer. And explained what are next steps is and what is our treatment plan.

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January 04, 2025

5.0

Again, Dr. Meeks is both helpful and supportive.

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January 03, 2025

5.0

Dr Meeks has an excellent reputation! He is very kind and understanding and will do whatever he can to help you and to do what is right!

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January 02, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgeable and provides the greatest of care in all aspects.

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December 26, 2024

5.0

He is excellent

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December 25, 2024

5.0

Highly professionally sound Dr and takes care of his patients and produce remarkable results.

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December 25, 2024

5.0

Professional and courteous. Great doctor.

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December 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Meeks is the best!! Very brilliant, gives time to explain and answer questions. Has an excellent reputation.

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December 13, 2024

4.0

He's obviously one of the major thought leaders in the Chicago area for Bladder Cancer.

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December 13, 2024

5.0

Very kind, very caring.Explain everythat he was going to do. Sometimes you don't get a lot of bedside manners from doctor Or the time To explain everything and make the patient feel comfortable. He does all of that.

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December 11, 2024

5.0

Expertise. Relatability

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December 11, 2024

5.0

Very Good Doctor

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December 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Meeks has provided great care and has made a tremendous difference in my quality of life. I first saw Dr. Meeks after relocating to Chicago from San Francisco in 2018. This was approximately 4 years after diagnosis and treatment of bladder cancer. The follow up care provided by Dr. Meeks ultimately led to very early detection and successful treatment of lung cancer. That alone would cause me to recommend him to anyone but his impact goes much further. A cancer diagnosis results in an emotional toll; even after successful treatment there is a tendency to 'look over one's shoulder' waiting to see if there will be recurrence. Additionally, coping with the many physical changes resulting from bladder cancer treatment cause extreme emotional distress. Dr. Meeks demenour, understanding, language and compassion has led to a great deal of emotional healing. I cannot overstate the positive change in my quality of life that his care has created.

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December 06, 2024

5.0

Internationally renowned in his field yet has a very warm and professional manner with his patient.

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December 06, 2024

5.0

Highly intelligent and excellent clinically and in Research. Up on all aspects of clinical and research within the field.

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Highly intelligent with knowledge of clinical and research data.

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December 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Meeks is such a caring person and an amazing urologist. He is gentle, smart, patient in answering questions and really seems to care about this patients as individuals.

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December 02, 2024

5.0

Outstanding medical expertise and sets a new high-water mark for concern and communication with patients. Very eager to answer questions.

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December 02, 2024

5.0

Good bedside manner, was always available to answer questions until you understood and he gave you a plan.

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November 30, 2024

5.0

Doctor Meeks (urologist) has a great bed side manor but the doctors approach to the way he cared for me and my condition was quite impressive compared to the my previous Doctors. He really showed His experience without being dismissive. The Whole surgery team was also very polite and professional Thank you

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November 30, 2024

5.0

He's top notch!

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November 29, 2024

5.0

Again, this is a very caring and knowledgeable doctor.

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November 29, 2024

5.0

His knowledge and compassion

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November 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Meeks is an excellent diagnostic urologist.

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November 22, 2024

5.0

I believe the above 2 questions are tied together in that Dr. Meeks is a wonderful Doctor and Surgeon - very much patient focused which causes those that work with him to show the same care and attention that he shows which in turn makes the Urology dept. a very good caring Team. Dr. Meeks is a good listener and evaluates the situation based on the needs/wants of the patient with what needs to be done for the best outcome. Cancer is tough and sometimes you need a Doctor to think outside of the box to not only give you hope but maybe a better outcome.

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November 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Meeks is very friendly and knowledgeable. He is never in a hurry but takes his time to answer any questions.

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November 19, 2024

5.0

Competence, got the job doe satisfactorily Competence, got the job doe satisfactorily

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November 18, 2024

5.0

He is so caring I feel well cared for in his care

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November 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Meeks is a consummate professional and caring human. He takes the time to pause and explain how what's being considered or prescribed might affect your well-being and your life. Rare in these times!

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November 15, 2024

5.0

He spent enough time with us to explain everything and makes us feel comfortable.

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November 15, 2024

5.0

Good specialist with extensive knowledge, listening and caring for the patient's well-being

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November 14, 2024

5.0

excellent care

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November 12, 2024

5.0

Caring, extremely competent, keeps us updated at all times. Worked with us to get care out of state

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November 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Meeks is amazing! He is professional, patient, caring, knowledgeable and one of the best doctors I have ever been treated by. I have the utmost respect and trust for Dr. Meeks!

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Faculty member and/or their immediate family have an ownership or investment interest in the following companies

Mesh Suture Company

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Faculty member and/or their immediate family have engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
AstraZeneca
Axios Partners Inc.
Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network
CG Oncology
EcoR1
Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
ImmunityBio, Inc.
Imvax, Inc.
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Kaplan Learning
LUGPA (Large Urology Group Practice Association)
Medpace, Inc.
Merck & Co., Inc.
Nextech Systems, LLC
NIH Clinical Center (NIH)
Olympus America, Inc.
PeerView Institute
Pfizer, Inc.
Photocure, Inc.
Prokarium
Protara Therapeutics Inc
Scripps Research Institute

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