Abdul Aziz Aadam, MD

Abdul Aziz Aadam, MD

4.8 
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Gastroenterology

Secondary Specialty

  • Interventional Gastroenterology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Rush University Medical College - 2006
Residency:
Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium - 2009
Fellowships:
Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals - 2012
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2013

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (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

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4.8
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392 Ratings

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88 Reviews

August 21, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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August 21, 2023

5.0

Seemed very knowledgeable

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August 20, 2023

5.0

Dr is the specialist in the matter

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August 16, 2023

5.0

He was very kind and explained everything so you're not fearful. He reassures you.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

My POEM has exceeded my expectations.

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July 19, 2023

5.0

I think he is an excellent doctor. He allows you to ask questions and be part of the decision making. He is friendly, kind and caring. He has a lot of experience and I feel very confident with his decisions.

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July 18, 2023

5.0

Very good doctor answers all my questions and very caring

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Very professional, And humble. He changed my life.

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Concise and clearly explains treatment plan

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July 11, 2023

2.0

Yet to be seen. Seems like a decent person and doctor but really wanting to connect with someone that truly explains situations and understands the pain/trouble people are experiencing.

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July 06, 2023

4.0

Did not spend much time with me, was very late.

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July 05, 2023

5.0

Thank you for your attention to my situation.

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July 05, 2023

5.0

He was attentive to my personal experience never having been to Chicago for health care.

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June 28, 2023

5.0

He includes the patient in the options he gives you. He is direct in explaining and talks in layman language. Excellent doctor.

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June 19, 2023

5.0

Very informative and addressed all my concerns.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

My doctor is very nice very patient and very kind and I want everybody to know at Northwestern we need please 100 more just like him and I’m happy and blessed to have him for my doctor

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June 09, 2023

5.0

Good Dr. listens

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June 08, 2023

5.0

He is extremely competent but never talks down to you!

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June 01, 2023

5.0

He was great!!

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May 22, 2023

5.0

Comppnt

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May 17, 2023

5.0

He absolutely knows what he’s doing and is certain of the path we need to go on to get me healthy again.

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May 15, 2023

5.0

Dr. Aadam made me feel comfortable and made my belly laugh before my procedure as I was literally so nervous. He explained what the findings were after the procedure and I fully trust him to do my procedure in the future.

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May 10, 2023

5.0

I think he listens and always comes up with a plan

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May 04, 2023

5.0

Understanding

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April 24, 2023

5.0

Dr. Aadam listened to my concerns and explained in detail how he would treat my problems my procedure went very well.

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April 19, 2023

5.0

Same as above. I’ve had a procedure done in a different department and received excellent care. The medical problem that I had was resolved. From that experience I feel comfortable with doctors at Northwestern.

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April 12, 2023

5.0

Cares

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April 12, 2023

5.0

Not sure yet, first time seeing him, hopefully he is the right doctor.

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April 10, 2023

5.0

Dr Aadam and staffs are very kind and explain excellent

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April 07, 2023

5.0

Dr Aadam came highly recommended and I felt everything turned out well.

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April 05, 2023

5.0

Excellent bedside manners and knows what he is doing.

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March 29, 2023

5.0

Spoke at the correct level. Knowledgeable regarding medical issues.

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March 27, 2023

5.0

He was prompt, courteous, and very knowledgeable. He took his time to answer any questions and explain the procedure he planned for me. His support staff was very helpful also.

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March 22, 2023

5.0

Went over my procedure prior to during my office visit Told me what to expect after the procedure All of his associates were also very helpful

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March 02, 2023

5.0

Dr. Aadam is a very concern physician, whom, I trust and respect greatly.

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February 26, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, personable, thoughtful, caring, connects with patients

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February 24, 2023

5.0

Dr Aadam solved my issue with expedience and highly professional execution.

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February 23, 2023

4.0

To many patients

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February 23, 2023

5.0

Very informative and concise in explanation!

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February 22, 2023

1.0

He didn’t take my current health issue into consideration. He spent a total of five minutes with me, waste of time and money this could’ve been a tele visit

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February 20, 2023

5.0

He was welcoming, genuine & understood my "situation" (concerns, risks, etc.).

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February 09, 2023

4.0

Limited time to discuss situation and car with doctor and team. Seems great from a surgical/medical approach, but feeling in the dark about the diagnosis and future.

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February 06, 2023

5.0

He is a great interventional gastroenterologist. He always calls you back if you send him a mychart message.

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February 01, 2023

5.0

He's explaining things clearly

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January 30, 2023

5.0

I should say here that I had little contact with him, but I was very impressed of the staff around him explaining things as my procedure was being done. The Botox treatment I received is helping me a lot.

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January 16, 2023

4.0

A true professional in the medical field.

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January 16, 2023

5.0

Dr Aadam is the best doctor I have!

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January 14, 2023

5.0

Been seeing him since 2014. Not only has he always diagnosed me correctly but treated my condition as well.

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January 10, 2023

5.0

He knows what he is doing

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December 21, 2022

5.0

Honest, smart, patient-centered

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December 12, 2022

5.0

Very nice ,smart ,and a great Dr. He want ever thing to be perfect. One of the best Doctors I have ever met. Ever one around him on his team are exactly the same.

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December 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Aadam met with me before surgery to explain what he would be doing. That gave me confidence. His nurses were lovely as well, by phone and in hospital. The procedure he performed helped me relax! as my family has a history of colon cancer. I'm greatful for his expertise.

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December 06, 2022

5.0

He was an excellent qualified physician. Made me feel in very good hands. Talked properly to my husband who is a cardiologist at Northwestern and who had additional questions

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November 30, 2022

5.0

Very professional polite answered all the questions

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November 26, 2022

4.0

I didn't get to talk to him after the procedure

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November 23, 2022

5.0

He knows his stuff

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November 23, 2022

3.0

Single pre-procedural contact by video phone appointment was pleasant and informative.

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November 22, 2022

5.0

He was thorough with the results from the test.

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November 21, 2022

5.0

Very good doctor

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November 07, 2022

5.0

So far so good.

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October 31, 2022

2.0

See above Seemed only concerned with getting me out of there asap

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October 30, 2022

5.0

Thorough

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October 29, 2022

4.0

Very short felt blown off like I was just a number

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October 26, 2022

5.0

Saved my life!!! I am very grateful for Dr. Aadam’s expertise in treating achalasia!

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October 15, 2022

5.0

Excellent manner, proactive in reaching out to remind me the proceedure was due. Professional

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October 15, 2022

5.0

Very thorough and appreciated

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October 15, 2022

5.0

What a talent!!!

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October 14, 2022

5.0

Great doctor but very fast bedside manners.

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October 13, 2022

5.0

Dr Aadam was caring and took the time needed for evaluation.

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October 13, 2022

5.0

I Would recommend him. Very easy to talk to. Very knowledgeable

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October 12, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable

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October 11, 2022

5.0

Very proficient.

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October 11, 2022

5.0

Explained results carefully and clearly

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October 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Aadam makes me feel cared for and has a perfect bedside manner. I know how very busy he is and I never feel like a number. Thank you Dr. Aadam for your expertise and care.

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October 07, 2022

5.0

Everything was good and well organized

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October 07, 2022

5.0

Knows his job. He managed my complicated okay and did what he had to do.

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October 06, 2022

5.0

Very skilled provider. Great at building relationship with patient through multiple interactions over several years.

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October 06, 2022

5.0

I was referred to Dr Aadam and he reviewed my needs and coordinated and made with other doctors to make sure my needs were met.

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September 28, 2022

5.0

Very professional, and explained procedure before and after it was completed. Great bedside manner would not leave until all questions were answered. He also went through aftercare and future care.

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September 24, 2022

5.0

Very good

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September 22, 2022

5.0

Professional, kind, experienced.

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September 19, 2022

5.0

He listened to my concerns and addressed each one, and made me feel very comfortable.

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September 18, 2022

5.0

Very thoughtful, speaks plainly, asks questions, you can tell that he cares. Puts you at ease.

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September 10, 2022

5.0

I explain myself very well.

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September 10, 2022

5.0

Hey is very good and is the epitome of what every doctor should strive to be

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September 10, 2022

5.0

Dr Aadam was fabulous. His skill saved me from having to use an external bag. My local specialist highly recommended him.

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September 07, 2022

5.0

Achalasia Knowledge!! He was very accommodating after listening to my concerns.

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September 04, 2022

5.0

He is wonderful. Great bedside manner and excellent doctor

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