Gregory A. Dumanian, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Plastic Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 1987
Residency:
Massachusetts General Hospital - 1992
UPMC Medical Education - 1995
Fellowships:
MedStar Health/Union Memorial Hospital - 1996

Media

Languages Spoken

  • Armenian

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Plastic Surgery - Plastic Surgery (Certified)
  • 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 

874 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

August 31, 2022

5.0

Personable, knowledgeable, and gave all the pros and cons to my issue and what needed to be done.

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August 31, 2022

5.0

Great at his job

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August 31, 2022

5.0

Great personality, Felt very at ease and he explained everything in an easy way that it was easy for us to understand , just perfect !

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August 28, 2022

5.0

Explained things well. Great team.

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August 28, 2022

5.0

Dr Dumanian did a wonderful job with my breast reduction. I’m so grateful and happy with the results. He is the best!

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August 27, 2022

5.0

excellent care

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August 24, 2022

5.0

He is such a great surgeon and practitioner. He completely puts me at ease, spends time with me and answers all my questions. He has a great personality and I am THRILLED with my surgical results! I have referred MANY other patients to him!

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Explained my issue extremely well and made sure I’m making best medical decision for my condition.

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August 22, 2022

5.0

communication, thoroughness, experience, compassion

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August 21, 2022

5.0

He is skilled and direct in communication

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August 21, 2022

5.0

He is very caring and always asks if younhave any concerns. He listens to his patients.

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August 21, 2022

5.0

Three times board certified, I trust this surgeon with my upcomming surgery

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August 17, 2022

5.0

He seems to care and listen

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August 17, 2022

4.0

I returned for possible surgery to be told that I would have to pay for it myself since there is no Medicare code for my problem. If I had known that I wouldn't have made a second appointment.

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August 17, 2022

5.0

I have had many surgeries in the last 18 years. Not any of the surgeon’s can even come close to the knowledge, professional, caring and understanding that Dr DUMANIAN has. I will recommend any and all I know to him.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

So competent and funny!!!!

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and through, kind, caring and explained everything.

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August 08, 2022

5.0

he’s exceptional at his work

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August 04, 2022

5.0

Dr Dumanian is a super star. I had a very large ventral hernia that was causing bowel obstructions. This would be my 5th hernia surgery. I went to three other highly recommended surgeons to perform this surgery. All of those surgeons told me that this surgery was too complicated and they didn’t want to perform the surgery. Dr Dumanian told me to lose 30-40 lbs before surgery. I actually lost 80 lbs . The surgery was a total success and I am so happy with the results. Dr. Dumanian told me I would be in the hospital for at least 5 days. Everything went so well I was discharged in 3 days. I can’t thank Dr Dumanian and his professional staff enough. I am so happy and highly recommended Dr. Dumanian for hernia surgery! Top notch Dr and 5 stars all the way

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August 04, 2022

5.0

Precision, excellence, demeanor is great

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August 04, 2022

5.0

His credentials and had confidence in exam and assessment.

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August 03, 2022

5.0

Great surgent

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August 03, 2022

5.0

He cares

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August 03, 2022

5.0

He’s great at his job!

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August 03, 2022

5.0

Care is excellent and timely

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August 03, 2022

5.0

Confidence and willingness to tackle a tough case.

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August 02, 2022

5.0

He is one of the finest MD Kind and good bedside manner. Smart n know his job well.

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August 01, 2022

5.0

man of little words but what he says is thoughtful and accurate.

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July 31, 2022

5.0

Knowledge

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July 28, 2022

5.0

In spite of his prominence in the field, he made me and my problems feel special and important. I will know more after my surgery ??.

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July 28, 2022

5.0

He is, by far, the best surgeon I have ever worked with.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

I already did recommend him to someone

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Amazing surgeon!!!’

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July 26, 2022

3.0

Después de la sirujia tuve que ser internado por una infesion y las enfermeras no están capacitadas para poner una los antibióticos y en contrar la vena 4 enfermeras intentaron y no pudieron y me disgute y les dije que no iba a dejar a nadie más que praticara con migo

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Excellent surgeon

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July 24, 2022

3.0

Don’t feel comfortable, but only spent 17 minutes with him, so unfair for me to judge.

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July 20, 2022

5.0

Amazing surgeon!!

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July 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Dumanian has compassion for his patients and explains everything thoroughly.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

. He’s awesome

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July 13, 2022

5.0

One best doctors I have ever met. He explains everything that is required in regards to surgery, very precise post op instructions. He answers all your questions. He is very polite, good bedside manners and doesn’t sugar coat anything when it comes to surgery.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Effective and caring

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Dumanian takes his time to listen and explain all your concerns. I enjoy his straight forward approach to medicine.

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July 10, 2022

5.0

Dr Dumanian is a great doctor.

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July 09, 2022

5.0

Excellent, cutting edge surgeon. I have sent quite a few people to him.

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July 05, 2022

5.0

Dr Dumanian is excellent and skilled. I also like that he took the time to talk with me and explain my situation so I could understand it

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July 05, 2022

5.0

He is the best reconstruction surgeon that I know

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July 03, 2022

5.0

He’s the man … exceptional skills

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June 28, 2022

5.0

He explains everything in detail, and puts you at ease.

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June 21, 2022

5.0

I was in need of a very complex surgery that few others could perform! His bedside manners are great!

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June 21, 2022

5.0

Very nice, on time, answers all my questions,

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June 21, 2022

5.0

Expert in his field, and a caring, compassionate physician.

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June 19, 2022

5.0

Knowledgable and kind - understood what was happening at all points in time. Good results on pain so far

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June 19, 2022

5.0

Dr. Dumanian was very caring and explained things in a way I could understand. He reviewed my CT cd and gave me information as to what he could do for me surgically.

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June 18, 2022

5.0

Wonderful bedside manor.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. And staff took all precautions to keep me safe while performing surgery.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

He is second to NONE! Best bedside manner, BRILLIANT Physician that save my life!!

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Because he sat down and explained everything that needed to be explained to me in the in the way that needed to be explained to me he didn't get to try talking all Dr Reed with big words and surgeon words he explained everything in the most basic terms.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Exceptional attention to details

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June 15, 2022

5.0

seemed knowledgeable

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June 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Dumanian is excellent. He took his time to provide a detailed explanation of the procedure and answered all of my questions. I never felt rushed during the consultation. During the procedure, his manor was very calming. I would absolutely go back to see him.

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June 14, 2022

4.0

He seems to know what he's doing in a very pleasant way.

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June 12, 2022

5.0

Amazing post surgery followup and very happy with the results so far

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June 11, 2022

5.0

He is on the cutting edge of nerve surgery, very innovative.

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June 09, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor. Great bed side manner. Makes decisions either patient in mind.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

He’s an amazing talented doctor that knows his stuff!!!!

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June 08, 2022

5.0

He did a great job.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Dr Dumanian has many years of experience and is world renowned. He is a leader in his field both at Northwestern Medicine and around the world. He is an innovator with FDA approval pending on a duramesh suture. He is surrounded by other top of their field doctors at the number 1 hospital in Illinois and in the top 10 in the country.

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June 05, 2022

5.0

I feel his advice will be life changing.

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June 01, 2022

5.0

Very satisfied

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June 01, 2022

5.0

The best ?? dr..

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May 29, 2022

5.0

Empathetic and knowledgeable

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May 26, 2022

5.0

Professional, upbeat personality makes the experience pleasurable

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May 25, 2022

5.0

From my first visit on he explained everything I am so thankful that he was able to repair my domino hernia which was massive because two other surgeons would not even consider doing surgery on me. I am so thankful to him this will definitely change my life for the better I can’t thank him enough.

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May 23, 2022

5.0

He has a great bedside manner, and obviously his skill level is topnotch. It is not easy to find both of those attributes in a surgeon. He made me feel completely at ease every step of the way.

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May 23, 2022

5.0

Answered all my questions and than some. Nurse also very helpful in explaining everything and when to do procedures. Length of time in hospital.

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May 22, 2022

5.0

Overall the doctors skills (both verbal and apparently surgical) were exceptional.

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May 20, 2022

5.0

He was very sensitive to my insecurities. He made me feel comfortable and he is a true professional

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May 19, 2022

5.0

He’s down to earth and a very caring doctor.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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May 12, 2022

5.0

highly relatable ..knows his stuff...down to earth kinda guy...I'm old school ..I like that.????

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May 12, 2022

5.0

Really cares and will do everything he can.

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May 11, 2022

5.0

I think he’s great, he tells you like it is.

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May 11, 2022

5.0

He is everyone’s Surgeon. Makes you feel you are just as special and important no matter who you are. . Soft spoken demeanor but clear calm poignant efficacy confirmation of procedure.

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May 10, 2022

5.0

Dr. Dumanian was very attentive in the consultation process. He answered my questions and gave thoughtful explanation of outcomes as well as what to expect.

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May 10, 2022

5.0

He is very pleasant and work on me twice. I’m very satisfied

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May 09, 2022

5.0

He’s so incredible skilled & cares about each patient

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May 08, 2022

1.0

Because he didn’t really remember who I was.

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May 07, 2022

5.0

Dr Dumanian is extremely good at his field of expertise. He took the time to answer my many questions, offer options & describe the procedures pros & cons in detail. Very personable & smart. I feel very confident moving forward to travel back to Chicago to have a procedure with him.

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May 05, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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May 04, 2022

5.0

Very professional well mannered. He took his time with me and and answered all of my questions.

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May 04, 2022

5.0

Great communicator. Excellent surgeon.

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May 01, 2022

5.0

I was healing according to plan, I was happy with my healing process

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May 01, 2022

5.0

he was very thorough and informative and took his time listening to me

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April 27, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable

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April 27, 2022

5.0

Kind smart skilled

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April 27, 2022

5.0

Very kind.

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April 21, 2022

5.0

He is skilled, personable, and exudes confidence.

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April 20, 2022

5.0

He's the best.

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April 20, 2022

5.0

Very friendly

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April 20, 2022

5.0

Doctor is very knowledgeable and personable.

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Disclosures

Industry Relationships

Ownership or Investment Interests

Faculty member had an ownership or investment interest in the following companies

  • Advanced Suture
  • Mesh Suture Inc.

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Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

  • Checkpoint Surgical, Inc
  • ExamWorks, Inc.

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  • Advanced Suture

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  • Advanced Suture
  • Mesh Suture Inc.

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