Ami N. Shah, MD

Ami N. Shah, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Hematology and Medical Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 2011
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2014
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2018

Languages Spoken

  • Gujarati
  • Spanish

Board Certifications

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

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9
4.9 

656 Ratings

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August 29, 2023

5.0

Dr was very professional and made me feel very important .

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August 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Shah is kind and very concerned about how treatment will impact your life. She is thorough and explains everything very clearly.

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August 27, 2023

5.0

Takes time to explain things.

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August 25, 2023

5.0

She was thorough and compassionate Answered all questions

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August 25, 2023

5.0

She explains everything and I truly feel she cares and takes her time with you

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August 22, 2023

5.0

She told me all of my options.She was so knowledgeable and able to make it clear for me.

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August 20, 2023

5.0

She is very informative and seems to really understand everything she needs to to treat my condition.

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August 18, 2023

5.0

Dr Shah is a good doctor. She really takes care of her patients.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

She was caring and very knowledgeable. The plan she and the team created for me was just right for my type of cancer.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Very personable and informative in presenting my case and the options.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Compassionate, friendly and knowledgeable

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August 11, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable of my case. She explains everything thoroughly! I like her very much!

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August 11, 2023

5.0

She answered all my questions and was especially kind to me.

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August 08, 2023

5.0

Listens, cares and shares information clearly.

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August 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah, Makes you feel that you are included in your treatment plan. Listens to all your questions.

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August 04, 2023

5.0

She is very honest and i feel like like she cares

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August 01, 2023

5.0

Doctor very knowledgeable and kind, nice energy

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July 31, 2023

5.0

Truly a lovely caring person. Took time to talk and listen

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July 25, 2023

5.0

She is thoughtful and cari g and very up to date on my records and prior conversations. She heard me and understood. Felt so much better after talking with her.

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July 24, 2023

5.0

She is wonderful! She is a great communicator as well as knowledgeable and caring! Thank you for being at Northwestern Memorial!

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July 24, 2023

5.0

She is so caring and does not rush you. She explains everything and takes time for questions. She is very up to date on treatments

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July 23, 2023

5.0

She’s wonderful. Takes all the time I need. Works with me to resolve my issues. Gives me a plan for going forward.

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June 07, 2023

5.0

Dr Shah is very knowledgeable and thorough she has taken over my case from Dr [ ] who left. I could not be any more satisfied with dr Shah she makes me feel secure with her and her staff i feel that i’m in great hands.

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June 07, 2023

5.0

She is personable, caring and takes the time to thoroughly explain things. I am sorry that she is leaving and wish her the best.

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June 07, 2023

5.0

I have been very impressed with Dr. Shah’s knowledge and appreciate all she has done for me over the past 1.5 years.

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah is up to date on the latest advances in breast cancer therapy, very communicative, listens to patients, and treats you with respect and compassionate care.

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June 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah has been great to work with. She is thorough and has a wonderful personality.

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah is wonderful and I’ll really miss her when she moves to the west suburb location. She’s so kind and always takes the time to listen.

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May 26, 2023

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and patient with great compassion for her patients.

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May 26, 2023

5.0

She’s very friendly and really knows her stuff. Spends ample time and is thorough.

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May 25, 2023

5.0

Caring, knowledgeable, thorough

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May 25, 2023

5.0

She is a very caring person who communicates very well

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May 24, 2023

5.0

Very personable, does not rush thru appointment. Explains things so that I can understand.

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May 18, 2023

5.0

Genuine caring for patients and great expertise

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May 17, 2023

5.0

She is so dedicated, thoughtful and compassionate. She goes above and beyond.

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May 12, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah is so compassionate, detailed & confident. I just follow her lead, she’s amazing and I’m so grateful for her kindness and expertise

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May 12, 2023

5.0

She is amazing!

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May 12, 2023

5.0

Very easy to talk to, takes time to explain things.

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May 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah is very personable. She makes me feel comfortable and answers all of my questions. She speaks to me using language I can understand but also gives me data and facts to support her course of action.

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May 11, 2023

5.0

She explains everything and makes me feel comfortable.

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Provides clear, thorough feedback on care.

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May 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah is a very knowledgeable and caring physician.

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May 04, 2023

5.0

She is caring and effective.

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May 04, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and takes time to explain treatments

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May 03, 2023

5.0

She is very professional and shows she cares about getting you well . Always had time to ask questions making sure you understand.

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May 02, 2023

5.0

She is an expert, listens well and is informative. Good upbeat personality too.

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May 01, 2023

5.0

Very intuitive & detailed

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April 28, 2023

4.0

She’s great and I will miss her when she leaves in June

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April 27, 2023

5.0

She listens

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April 21, 2023

3.0

She’s leaving the downtown offices, going to Oakbrook. I don’t know anyone who’s willing to travel that far when you can get the same service downtown.

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April 19, 2023

5.0

very thorough, good at explaining details and options

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April 18, 2023

5.0

She is clearly compassionate about patient care. She is always open to feedback from her patients.

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April 14, 2023

5.0

Sorry she will be relocating this summer!

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April 13, 2023

5.0

Dr Shah is an excellent doctor who believes in providing her best attention to the customer’s needs. She makes the patient comfortable and inspires to achieve their trust. It is just a pleasure to see her knowing that I am always in good hands.

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April 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah is very thorough in her assessments and care and very positive and supportive in nature.

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April 06, 2023

5.0

Very informative and easy to talk to. Can ask questions if I have them.

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April 06, 2023

4.0

Clear and helpful

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April 06, 2023

5.0

Like above, she listens to my concerns. Helps me navigate my health plan. Gives me encouraging news on the results of my taking [ ].

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March 30, 2023

5.0

Excellent Doctor who listens to you and your concerns, is caring and very thorough!

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March 29, 2023

5.0

She listens to all your concerns and is helpful

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March 23, 2023

5.0

Good doctor

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March 20, 2023

5.0

Takes your health seriously

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March 06, 2023

4.0

As above my interactions have been limited to post treatment care. They have both been very positive,

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March 02, 2023

3.0

She was adequate

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March 01, 2023

5.0

she's great

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February 24, 2023

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable, caring and informative to your care.

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February 22, 2023

5.0

Dr Shah is thorough, reviewed my records and tests, and is a good communicator.

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February 21, 2023

5.0

Dr Shah, explained everything in ways that my family and I would understand. She made me feel at ease about my situation.

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February 16, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah is very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain things clearly

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February 16, 2023

5.0

She is one of the most thorough and thoughtful Doctors i’ve ever come across

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February 13, 2023

5.0

She is amazing. Incredibly knowledgeble, positive, and compassionate. I know I am in the best hands with her.

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February 11, 2023

5.0

Good response to treatment

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February 10, 2023

5.0

Dr Shah is an excellent dr she answered all of my questions and took care of my concerns before I left the office

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February 10, 2023

5.0

She was unbelievably thorough in our meeting, explained everything about my pathology report, and drew diagrams to explain the more technical findings. She gave me many opportunities to ask questions, and explained my prognosis while also expressing support for my mental and emotional health.

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February 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah is so wonderful. She takes the time to listen to me and remembers everything I say. It never feels like she's rushed.

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February 05, 2023

5.0

Very detailed in explaining all aspects of my diagnosis and current treatment plan.

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February 02, 2023

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and answered all my questions.

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February 01, 2023

5.0

She truly cares about the patient.

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January 30, 2023

4.0

I liked how she explained in detail. I do appreciate she will call me regarding my results instead of coming back in.

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January 27, 2023

5.0

She takes every precaution to ensure the best outcome. Extremely thorough!

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January 27, 2023

5.0

Very thorough

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January 27, 2023

5.0

Wonderful bedside manner. Very caring and knowledgeable.

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January 27, 2023

5.0

Dr Shah is very knowledgeable and answers my questions in a language I can understand.

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January 26, 2023

5.0

Dr is very good in explaining about my diseases

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January 25, 2023

4.0

For all my appts since I went under her care....she seems rush and has to take other calls, etc. She also speaks very fast. I usually have to wait longer for my appt. But, that being said...she is willing to explain and answer all questions. Also...caring and compassionate.

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January 18, 2023

5.0

very detailed and explained everything in a way that I could understand,, also, answered my questions. She also took the time to make sure I felt comfortable with her recommendation.

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January 18, 2023

5.0

She listens and adapts on the fly to make your treatment fully tailored to you

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January 17, 2023

5.0

She takes time to answer all questions pertaining to prescribed care.

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January 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Shah has provided excellent, patient-centered care throughout my treatment. She goes above and beyond to ensure I understand my options, to answer my questions, and to help me make decisions. She has demonstrated such empathy during a very difficult moment in my life and I never felt less than 100% supported by her. I would recommend her to anyone and am so grateful that she is my oncologist.

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January 13, 2023

5.0

She took time to explain my situation to my husband and I. She made us feel that she truly cared. We also felt she was very familiar with my case.

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January 13, 2023

5.0

Her exactness and preciseness during the discussion about my treatment plan was perfect.

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January 13, 2023

5.0

Dr Shah is very friendly, and respectful of your time. She apologized for running late.

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