Chirag M. Shah, MD

Chirag M. Shah, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Hand Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Michigan Medical School - 2007
Residency:
Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium - 2011
Fellowships:
University of Cincinnati Medical Center/College of Medicine - 2013

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Surgery of the Hand (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant 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 

1988 Ratings

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92 Reviews

August 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah is knowledgeable, professional & kind.

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August 30, 2023

5.0

Efficient but still gave time to answer questions; seemed knowledgeable and confident which instilled quickly a sense of trust. Very personable and comfortable

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August 29, 2023

5.0

Very professional, personable, and an outstanding surgeon

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August 29, 2023

5.0

Kind Caring Considerate

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August 28, 2023

5.0

He’s very good, personable, and explains things very well.

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August 27, 2023

5.0

Great listener and patient.

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August 26, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and friendly. Has the ability to explain terms in easy to understand terms.

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August 25, 2023

5.0

He's thorough, reasonable, and nice

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August 24, 2023

5.0

One of the best.

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August 23, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah provides excellent, easy to understand analysis of what he thinks is happening and discusses the options and timetable according to his recommendation. I always feel like I have options and a good understanding of what the path is going forward after seeing Dr. Shah.

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August 20, 2023

5.0

I like him and great bedside manner

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August 17, 2023

5.0

Well care was provided.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Kind Amazing

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Expert, efficient, kind personality. Explains procedure clearly.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

This was my first visit so it's hard to say. He was very nice and friendly. Answered all my questions.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

He was knowledgeable pleasant kind humble and patient.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Very personable.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Exceptional people skills and care for patients!!! Love him!

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August 14, 2023

5.0

Explained everything in detail and was very professional.

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August 13, 2023

5.0

He relieved my pain.

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August 12, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah surely knows his specialty very well. I found him clear, helpful, and very personable.

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August 12, 2023

5.0

Very good.

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August 11, 2023

5.0

Gave his honest opinion that gave me a better understanding of my condition!!

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August 11, 2023

5.0

He was very sensitive to my needs and very patience

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August 11, 2023

5.0

Excellent surgeon. Very personable.

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August 09, 2023

4.0

Your attention to my problem and your recommendations

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August 09, 2023

5.0

He worked a complete miracle on hand all my bones were shattered....he fixed everything without even opening my hand with any incision

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August 08, 2023

5.0

Confident, professional, efficient.

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August 08, 2023

5.0

Very personable

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August 08, 2023

5.0

Explained my condition very well and explained treatment.

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August 08, 2023

5.0

I've had Dr.Shah as my orthopedic Dr. for 10 years. His expertise is unparalleled.

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August 07, 2023

5.0

He was very personable and knowledgeable

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August 07, 2023

5.0

He is thorough in his explanations and is personable. He is professional and pleasant.

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July 30, 2023

5.0

Very professional and great bedside manner

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July 29, 2023

5.0

Superior diagnostic skills and medical plan to address problems

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July 29, 2023

5.0

Excellent diagnostician, clear and articulate in explaining condition and options for treatment, very calm and engaging. Attentive, not distracted. Excellent results after seeing Dr. Shah for multiple hand issues.

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July 26, 2023

5.0

He listened to my concerns. He helped to calm my fear of the pain due to the injection . He assured me that there was risk from the medication due to my endocrine storm and that medication.

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July 25, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manner. Kind and compassionate.

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July 24, 2023

5.0

On time. Answered my questions.. good patient interaction..

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July 24, 2023

5.0

wonderful man---great team---excellent rehab program!

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July 23, 2023

5.0

He was thorough, inquisitive, knowledgeable, and easy to ask questions of regarding the damage. Thought he was great!

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July 21, 2023

5.0

Very professional, care,

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July 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. was very confident and clear with path forward.

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July 17, 2023

5.0

Obviously the surgery was a success and he followed the steps which he had to in evaluating my condition. I just wish the surgery would have been done sooner.

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July 17, 2023

5.0

I was pleased with how patient he was with me

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July 15, 2023

5.0

Very professional and excellent doctor.

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July 14, 2023

5.0

Caring and very efficient care

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July 14, 2023

5.0

Friendly, accommodating appt, professional

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July 13, 2023

5.0

Clear explanation and feasible program for relief.

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Personable & wants to hear your side

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Great diagnostician, informed me of issue and course of treatment, assured me that I would be good through process with his team’s support.

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Right care for every patient

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July 12, 2023

5.0

He's a nice dr. that listen to what I said and preceded from there.

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July 11, 2023

5.0

Very empathetic, professional, and described my malady and the procedure for fixing it.

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July 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah is great. Knowledgeable, cheerful, answers questions well.

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July 07, 2023

5.0

Dr Shah is wonderful, patient and knowledgeable.

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July 05, 2023

5.0

He diagnosed and explained my ailment and even treated the issue the same day.

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July 02, 2023

5.0

Attentive, professional, personable

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July 01, 2023

5.0

He explained all the procedures that had to be done.

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June 30, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly, shared information in lay man’s terms.

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June 28, 2023

5.0

He is good natured and knowledgeable. He redirects me if I make a mistake in my own self care. And since I am a PT, I appreciate his working relationship with the OTs.

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June 28, 2023

5.0

He fully understands the patient

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June 27, 2023

5.0

It was a painful injection bur Dr. Shah talked me through it.

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June 27, 2023

5.0

My 1st visit, but he’s awesome!! Friendly. Well versed in his craft too.

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June 27, 2023

5.0

He seems like a very good doctor at his job.

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June 27, 2023

5.0

He did a great job on my hands.

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June 27, 2023

5.0

Explained trigger finger etiology. Administered injection, very professional

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June 26, 2023

5.0

Complete excellent care. Dr. Shah get's 5 stars.

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June 23, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manner. Was able to make a speedy diagnosis and solution for my issue. Have already recommended him to friends!

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June 21, 2023

5.0

one of the nicest and knowledgeable professionals I have ever met.

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June 21, 2023

5.0

Direct and to the point.

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June 21, 2023

5.0

I have absolutely no reason not to rate him a 10

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June 21, 2023

5.0

Super nice and informative!

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Excellent attitude.

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June 20, 2023

5.0

He knows what he is doing!!

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June 17, 2023

5.0

From first meeting through surgery he was totally informative and caring.

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June 16, 2023

5.0

He knows what he is doing. And x-rays + OT professionals are all on site

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June 16, 2023

5.0

Personable, efficient

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Very kind Doctor, he explained very well.!

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah was patience and sincerer

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June 14, 2023

5.0

The doctor is attentive and kindly answered all my questions.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

He was helpful and nice. He listened to me.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable, took time to understand my case.

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June 12, 2023

5.0

He's very nice, considerate, and was very thorough if figuring out my problem.

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Satisfaction

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Clear when informing

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Caring and excellent surgeon.

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Because although it is the first time that I consult it, it gave me very good attention and confidence

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June 09, 2023

5.0

Highly skilled. Very caring. Very personable.

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June 08, 2023

5.0

He is direct and thorough. I think I am having some real improvement!

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June 07, 2023

5.0

He’s just so smart and so funny! Plus he gives a great Cortizone shot😂😂

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June 07, 2023

5.0

I have seen many orthopedic surgeons over the years. He is by far in my top three.

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  • River North Same Day Surgery, LLC

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