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Arlene D'Souza, MD

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1680 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Hematology and Medical Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, St Louis University School of Medicine - 2009
Residency:: Rush University Medical Center - 2012
Fellowships:: Drexel University College of Medicine/ Hahnemann University Hospital - 2015

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine/Hematology - Hematology (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology - Medical Oncology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Delnor Hospital

Kishwaukee Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

1680 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 18, 2026

5.0

Takes time to understand and treat patients....she's the best

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February 16, 2026

5.0

She is wonderful

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February 08, 2026

5.0

Super doctor, excellent bedside manner

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February 07, 2026

5.0

She is professional, friendly and very thorough. She explained issues in terms my wife and I understood. We felt I was in very good hands.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Excellent doctor

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Very professional

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Kind, explained situation,

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Knowledge- with such a friendly, kind, way of presenting it !

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January 22, 2026

5.0

She listens to your concerns, is direct in giving medical advice and treatment.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

she is a very knowledgeable and caring doctor.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

caring, takes time to explain and I never feel rushed.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

She listens carefully to what is being said and is very caring and friendly. She takes everything into account then comes up with a good plan to continue with.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

She was kind, knowledgeable and had a plan for my care. Bloodwork was done and UA will be done. She made a commitment to talk to me next week. She communicated well.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

She is awesome!

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January 06, 2026

5.0

very informative and sensitive to my problem

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Always tries to find a solution to my problems.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. D'Souza truly cares about each patient and makes positive she knows every way to help each patient as we are all individual and need different treatments ! She has kept me going so well for 7 1/2 years when Life expectancy for my type said 5 years on sites. I am so thankful to her and have already sent another patient to her who needed help!

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December 30, 2025

5.0

I trust Dr. D'Souza's knowledge and know that she will give me the best treatment that I can get.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

extremally wonderful person

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Patient and explained everything

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Charts as course of action and follows up.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

She is a very good doctor

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Thorough and personably over the years...and I'm still around.

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December 13, 2025

5.0

Thorough

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. D'Souza was able to be professional yet compassionate, to allay my fears while also acknowledging my concerns.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, compassionate and and understanding provider. Easy to communicate with.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Very professional ,reassuring and knowledgeable

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Very open and personable. Excellent explanations.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Always takes the time to explain everything to me in easy to understand language. Always has made the best recommendations for my health. 10/10 ! William B

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December 09, 2025

5.0

As above. She is very kind and caring.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Dr.D'Souza is an excellent doctor who explains my condition very well and has a caring manner.

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December 07, 2025

5.0

She stays the course but still has empathy to your situation.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

She is extremely nice to visit with and is obviously very knowledgeable regarding my Multiple Myeloma. She does not rush me and is able to answer all of my questions.

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November 29, 2025

5.0

Came to her from Advocate because of her knowledge and caring.

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November 26, 2025

5.0

Patient explained everything

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Dr D'Souza is my favorite Dr. she gives me options in a way i can totally understand, and we work together. she is an amazing Dr

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. D'Souza is professional and very attentive.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Friendly Caring Professional Knowledgeable

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Extremely confirmeding

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November 11, 2025

5.0

She always answers all my questions in terms I can understand. Even if I don't understand she will break it down even more. I'm never feeling rushed out.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. D'Souza has excellent interpersonal skills providing focused one on one time during my appointment by thoroughly reviewing my present condition, my concerns and goals to manage and improve and maintain my overall health. Time was well spent!

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November 04, 2025

5.0

She listens and genuinely cares. She remembers and offers such comfort during scary diagnosis. I want to go to any other doctor ever.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. D'Souza is taking care of 2 of my family members besides me. That's how confident I am in her knowledge and skill

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Intelligent, compassionate, and thorough.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, professional and a good listener. Clearly communicates her diagnosis and your options, but lets you make the decisions about you care.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and answers all my questions. We work together for my good.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Awesome Doctor that treats the patient not just the illness.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

She is the BEST

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October 23, 2025

5.0

She is good Dr and care very well of me

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October 22, 2025

5.0

She is easy to talk to, patient and caring. She seems very knowledgeable about my disease.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

The level of care.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Super care and knowledge she share

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Vary caring

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October 11, 2025

5.0

Dr D'Souza was very thorough and took time to explain my questions

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. D'Souza is knowledgeable, friendly, caring, and helpful. She listens to my concerns and gives good advice.

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Very professional provider. Easy to talk to and caring.

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September 27, 2025

5.0

Had been looking for a Dr in the suburbs who was trained and experienced with Kimmtrak immunotherapy and my rare cancer. Very knowledgeable.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Made me feel comfortable. Took plenty of time with me.

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September 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. D'Souza is not only very knowledgeable in her specialty, but she approaches your situation with you in mind as an individual and how your case has unfolded

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September 20, 2025

5.0

Smart, compassionate, patient focused. Took her time. Was not rushed. I felt like the only patient she had

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September 20, 2025

5.0

She is very caring and listens and explains everything thoroughly

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September 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Was a magnificent individual, she took time to review my symptoms and test results to find the best way forward. She is exceeding approachable and provides good feedback to questions.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Very caring

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September 10, 2025

5.0

She is an intelligent doctor and is caring and kind. I trust what decisions she makes regarding my Multiple Myeloma. I enjoy my appointments.

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Very warm and informative, took time needed to answer questions and provide reassurance.

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. D'Souza knows her material, asks and answers appropriate questions, listens to what I have to say and ask. She is personable and professional.

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September 06, 2025

5.0

She's encouraging

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September 03, 2025

5.0

Caring listens to my concerns

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September 02, 2025

5.0

She is the best

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August 31, 2025

5.0

I could not ask for a more encouraging and supportive oncologist.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Couldn't help been nicer

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August 26, 2025

5.0

She explains things very well and is very nice.

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August 21, 2025

5.0

She's thorough and kind!

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August 19, 2025

5.0

She makes understanding of your medical issues easy by using laymen's terms

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August 19, 2025

5.0

Outstandingly ng Doctor

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August 07, 2025

5.0

Still one of the very best doctors I have seen during my many years. Very knowledgable and explains everything clearly. And just a nice person.

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Because she is a thoughtful, intelligent and compassionate doctor. In addition, she plans ahead for your care.

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July 28, 2025

5.0

Great advice

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July 28, 2025

5.0

She is very caring and gifted!

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July 22, 2025

5.0

Personable engaging and competent.

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July 20, 2025

5.0

Totally focused on me and spoke in layman's terms so I could understand

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July 18, 2025

5.0

She is kind, knowledgeable, and takes time to both ask questions and answer my concerns in language I can understand. Well worth the trip in to see and talk with her!

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July 17, 2025

5.0

Dr D'Souza is very thorough & spends as much time with you as needed. She is very understanding & helpful.

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July 17, 2025

5.0

She is the best

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July 16, 2025

5.0

Intelligent, compassionate and thorough

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July 15, 2025

5.0

I trust Dr. D'Souza and feel safe in her diagnosis/treatment of my Multiple Myeloma. She aways answers my questions and is pleasent. Additionally, she is always punctual and if she is a little late, I do not mind as I know she often stays a little too long working with me.

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July 14, 2025

5.0

Very attentive and caring.

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July 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. D 'Souza has been following me for years now and she is very caring and I receive excellent care.

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July 12, 2025

5.0

competent, friendly, partners with patient to insure that the recommended medical procedure is warranted.

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July 12, 2025

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, caring.

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July 09, 2025

5.0

She was very honest

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July 05, 2025

5.0

She friendly and helpful person.

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July 02, 2025

5.0

She's very smart & cares for my health.

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July 01, 2025

5.0

Professional and friendly.

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June 29, 2025

5.0

Vary caring

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June 24, 2025

5.0

She provides a sense of concern and attention to my well being.

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June 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. D'Souza is professional, caring and knowledgeable. She takes time to ask questions and answer ones we may have. She cares about what we are going through and tells us what we need to know and hear.

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June 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. D'Souza remains well versed in my situation and is very thorough about all possibilities and how to handle them.

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June 12, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor

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June 11, 2025

5.0

She, too, is professional & knowledgeable!

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Disclosures

Arlene D'Souza, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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