Ankur S. Shah, MD

Ankur S. Shah, MD

4.9 
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Education

Medical Education:
MD, St Louis University School of Medicine - 2007
Residency:
Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center - 2010
Fellowships:
St Louis University School of Medicine - 2014

Languages Spoken

  • Gujarati

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
  • Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology(CBNC) - Nuclear Cardiology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
On Medical Staff At:
Palos Hospital

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4.9
4.9 

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February 27, 2026

5.0

He's seems to be super knowledgeable with heart health and overall health as well.

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February 27, 2026

5.0

There are so many great things to say about this doctor that I am having difficulty ascertaining which ones are most impressive, so I'll just list them in no particular order. He was not at all condescending. He was extremely knowledgeable. His ability to communicate my condition in terms that I could understand was amazing. He had an amazing ability to connect with me and gain my trust before I even left the exam room. To sum up my visit the old fashioned way, I would say, "this guy is one sharp cookie!"

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February 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. Shah speaks to you listens to you. That is very important to me. I came a long way.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Thorough exam and made my visit comfortable

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Very professional and cordial

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Excellent doctor

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Dr Shah and his team are top notch. Extremely professional, explained everything and were on time!

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Dr Shah is very engaging filled of energy knowledgeable of his field very sincere

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February 04, 2026

5.0

He was on top of things and disappeared my case

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Very calm and good communication skills

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January 30, 2026

5.0

He cares about his patient's & reassures you that he will be with you every step of the way. It is very comforting to have a doctor like him.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Dr. Shah is great. He took time to communicate. He explained my health in detail, and his nurse also did a great job.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

He is awesome

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Very professional, very well-versed with my situation. He is an excellent doctor.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Extremely interactive and wanted to be sure we were all understanding the questions, answers, and future actions needed.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Friendly, thorough, asked questions and listened.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

He makes me feel relaxed and comfortable

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Dr Shah takes time to listen and answer all my questions . And explains everything throughly.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Really like Dr. Shah very friendly thorough and down to earth

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January 18, 2026

5.0

Dr Shah is very knowledgeable and has a great personality. He puts you at ease

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January 18, 2026

5.0

Great care and very attentive to my health care

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Never having met Dr. Shah before, I didn't know what to expect ... stand-offish? serious? hurried? Well, he was none of the above. Instead, he was outgoing, friendly and extremely interested in my medical history and condition. We discussed test results, future treatments if necessary and just overall health/life choices. He answered all my questions and never seemed hurried. I would recommend him to anyone needing a cardiologist.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

He took the time to explain everything to me. I never felt rushed, he made sure I understood everything

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January 13, 2026

5.0

He is always flexible with prescribing and listens to patient's concerns about possible side effects of medication.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Great dr very thorough would have appreciated to old to go immediate care instead of driving around and stopping for infotmation

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Dr. Shah was very pleasant and explained everything very well.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable & truly listen to your concerns

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January 03, 2026

5.0

Dr. Shah made us feel like Family members, instead of patient!

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Explained everything and was generally concerned about my health

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December 30, 2025

5.0

The nurse was so kind and made me feel very comfortable and the doctor took the time to get to know me, my history, and what I worried about. Very warm and professional

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Down to earth. Friendly and very knowledgeable. Explained things in a way I could understand.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Not only is he brilliant, but his personality, approachability, and humor are second to none! He is cardiologist for both my husband and myself, and we couldn't be happier!

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Shah was incredibly relatable and down-to-earth while being extremely competent. He listened to everything I had to say and had amazing recall when he dictated his notes from our visit. He answered all of my questions even when they weren't necessarily cardiology-related. I was very happy with his care & advice and will highly recommend Dr. Shah to others.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr Shah is amazing. Very thorough and listens to everything I have to say. Always answers any questions I have.

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December 06, 2025

5.0

Dr Shah is one of the best doctors I have ever seen. His care, personality and approach have created the best in clinic experience I have ever had.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Best doctor ever. Caring, smart, good listener, comforting, confidence-inducing, and just a joy as a human being.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

I didn't feel like I was being rushed. Dr Shah took his time and answered my questions. He made me feel like I was being heard and he has a great personality.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Answers questions and listens. Always friendly and makes you feel comfortable.

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November 26, 2025

5.0

He is kind and caring . More than just a doctor

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November 25, 2025

5.0

He is very intelligent and kind. We appreciate how he explains what the situation is and what comes next to get it repaired.

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November 22, 2025

5.0

My wife highly recommends

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Very Personable an Explains everything. We would give anyone to go to Him. Very Nice Doctor

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Very professional and explains clearly

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November 14, 2025

5.0

He is wonderful. I was nervous as a new patient.....he put me at ease ,to my needs, and was helpful with understanding my illness. He has a great bedside manor.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Very prompt and professional answered all my questions

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November 11, 2025

5.0

He was very straightforward and personable. Very intelligent.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

he is very truthful and listen

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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November 03, 2025

5.0

His manner is "light-hearted" and well received. He truly sounds like he cares for your well being, family & needs.

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November 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Shah is warm and friendly. He put me at ease, as I was very anxious about my visit. He explained everything clearly and concisely. I felt much better after my visit.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

A good conversation. Feel i am in good hands.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Down to earth real person

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October 26, 2025

5.0

Great doctor who cares deeply about his patients. Very knowledgeable and has a very upbeat perspective giving encouragement to his patients.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Just a awesome person

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Explained everything well.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Very personable and let me ask as many questions as I needed. Explained everything clearly.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, explained in a way I could understand, very personable, caring and sensitive to my case.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Shah was excellent in providing me the information I needed to understand my visit.

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October 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Shaw is an excellent doctor. He explains everything thoroughly when I do not understand something do not have to wait long for him to see me very thorough.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

He clearly explains things and involves me in decision making. He listens to my concerns and addresses them.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

He's wonderful and Diane was so kind

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October 08, 2025

5.0

he is great as a Doctor that cares

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October 07, 2025

5.0

great bedside manner, encouraging and supportive

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Explained all, easy to talk to, showed concern and answered all questions.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

I first met him while I was a patient in the hospital and was experiencing A-Fib. He took me through that and.was instrumental in getting me to change my lifestyle for the better probably helping to save and extend my life. He's not pretentious,easy to talk to and probably the coolest doctor that I've ever dealt with.

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September 29, 2025

5.0

He is relatable, easy to talk to, a good listener, professional and very clear when discussing issues

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September 25, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and treats me like I'm a good friend

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September 23, 2025

5.0

I needed to make a change in my care and Dr. Shah was the right for me from the very beginning.

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September 22, 2025

5.0

VERY HELPFUL

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September 22, 2025

5.0

He is very informative and he doesn't mince words. He is also very nice and you can tell that he cares.

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September 22, 2025

5.0

confident he will be great?

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September 22, 2025

5.0

I never feel rushed, he answers all my questions.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Personable and knowledgeable

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September 09, 2025

5.0

I can't say enough about him'

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September 08, 2025

5.0

One of the easiest doctors to talk to explains everything so normal person can understand it

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August 20, 2025

5.0

He is personable and gives a thorough review of past and present cardiac conditions. Reviews my history before my visit. Listens well and explains reasons for care.

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August 20, 2025

5.0

He is personable , keeps you at ease and is so smart.

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August 19, 2025

5.0

Very professional and nice

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August 18, 2025

5.0

You couldn't ask for a nicer caring person!

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August 14, 2025

5.0

Dr Shah is honest and fun. His personality matches mine making the discussion easy.

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August 13, 2025

5.0

Straight and to the point.

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August 12, 2025

5.0

His skill,knowledge,confidence

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August 12, 2025

5.0

He's a real doctor old school he has a conversation with you. It's not just about the stats and numbers.

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August 11, 2025

5.0

He is a very good doctor. And makes you feel comfortable

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August 10, 2025

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable explained everything well

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August 09, 2025

5.0

Cardiologist is professional and willing to discuss issues.

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August 07, 2025

5.0

Dr Shah is very thorough; explains everything in easy to understand terms. Also, he has great empathy.

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Shah is an excellent clinician and takes the time to explain health issues.

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August 05, 2025

5.0

As stated above, Dr. Shah deals with concerning health problems with sensitivity and great decorum in my experience with him, extremely friendly, knowledgeable, (and as one who grew up in the Mayo Clinic umbrella as my father was head of ophthalmology there, his "bedside" manner and colloquial understanding is above and beyond.

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August 04, 2025

5.0

Dr Shah is AWESOME

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July 31, 2025

5.0

He is very personable.

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July 31, 2025

5.0

He is a solid professional. He explains everything where you can understand it. As far as I can tell he's an outstanding individual, and Northwestern is very lucky to have him at the Palos Hospital.

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July 29, 2025

5.0

Dr Shah was totally engaged in our conversation about my concerns. He's down to earth while being totally professional.

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July 29, 2025

5.0

Dr Shah is kind and consistent in the planning of care. He is nothing short of amazing anybody genuinely concerned about you getting back to your best self and, health is what patients need in a time of despair.

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July 27, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgeable and down to earth. He explains things so you can understand.

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July 21, 2025

5.0

Just an awesome Dr. Explains everything well and is very thorough

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July 21, 2025

5.0

He is so good and thinks about you as a person not a number. I have been very impressed with him really wise and smart man!

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July 21, 2025

5.0

He spends time with me and is very encouraging. Never talks down to me.

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July 19, 2025

5.0

He's sweet and so very caring!

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July 15, 2025

5.0

As a whole, my appointment was made easy, quick and I received any answers I would have otherwise forgotten to ask, without even having to ask! Ive never had such a stress free medical appointment ever, so it was nice not leaving a doctor's office feeling overwhelmed for once

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Ankur S. Shah, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2025.

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