Rush University Medical Center

82%

Patients that would definitely recommend
12% higher than the national average

Awards

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Hospital Quality Awards

Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2017)

Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

Specialty Clinical Quality Awards

Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ (2020, 2019)

Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2018)

Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

Safety Ratings

How well a hospital safeguards patients from potential complications

An event relating to foreign objects left in body during a surgery or procedure

3 ratings were better than expected

10 ratings were as expected

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Clinical Ratings

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Data Source

Patient Experience

Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

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79%

Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10
10% higher than the national average

82%

Would definitely recommend
12% higher than the national average

Rush University Medical Center

National Average

Communication with doctors

Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

100%50%0%81%81%

Communication with nurses

Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

100%50%0%82%78%

Communication about medicines

Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients

100%50%0%63%63%

Discharge Information

Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home

100%50%0%88%84%

Responsiveness of hospital staff

Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

100%50%0%64%66%

Rush University Medical Center

National Average

Quietness

Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night

100%50%0%69%60%

Cleanliness

Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

100%50%0%71%73%

Providers

Dr. Ra-id Abdulla, MD

Pediatric Cardiology

Dr. Ra-id Abdulla, MD

Dr. Robert Aber, PHD

Clinical Psychology

2 Ratings
Dr. Robert Aber, PHD

Dr. Kurian Abraham, MD

Cytopathology

Dr. Kurian Abraham, MD

Dr. Rana Abraham, MD

Gastroenterology

6 Ratings
Dr. Rana Abraham, MD

Dr. Richard Abrams, MD

Internal Medicine

2 Ratings
Dr. Richard Abrams, MD

Dr. Ross Abrams, MD

Radiation Oncology

1 Ratings
Dr. Ross Abrams, MD

Dr. Vasant Acharya, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

17 Ratings
Dr. Vasant Acharya, MD

Dr. Allan Adajar, MD

Gynecology

17 Ratings
Dr. Allan Adajar, MD

Dr. Martins Adeoye, MD

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

28 Ratings
Dr. Martins Adeoye, MD

Dr. Motunrayo Adisa, MD

Dermatopathology

Dr. Motunrayo Adisa, MD

Dr. Neelum Aggarwal, MD

Neurology

Dr. Neelum Aggarwal, MD

Ronald Ahlberg, LCSW

Clinical Social Work

Ronald Ahlberg, LCSW

Dr. Usama Ahmad, MD

Internal Medicine

3 Ratings
Dr. Usama Ahmad, MD

Dr. Amina Ahmed, MD

Oncology

21 Ratings
Dr. Amina Ahmed, MD

Dr. Ghada Ahmed, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Dr. Ghada Ahmed, MD

Dr. Osmanuddin Ahmed, MD

Internal Medicine

Dr. Osmanuddin Ahmed, MD

Dr. Samer Al-Khudari, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat

21 Ratings
Dr. Samer Al-Khudari, MD

Dr. Thomas Alcorn, MD

Internal Medicine

Dr. Thomas Alcorn, MD

Dr. Gary Alder, DDS

Dentistry

4 Ratings
Dr. Gary Alder, DDS

Dr. Jeffery Alexander, DPM

Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery

8 Ratings
Dr. Jeffery Alexander, DPM

Dr. Sarah Alexander, MD

Cardiology

Dr. Sarah Alexander, MD

Dr. Amjad Ali, MD

Nuclear Medicine

Dr. Amjad Ali, MD

Dr. Zeeshan Ali, MD

Neurology

Dr. Zeeshan Ali, MD

Dr. Nicholas Alianello, DPM

Podiatric Surgery

6 Ratings
Dr. Nicholas Alianello, DPM

Dr. Joseph Allegretti, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat

10 Ratings
Dr. Joseph Allegretti, MD

Dr. Costica Aloman, MD

Gastroenterology

3 Ratings
Dr. Costica Aloman, MD

Dr. Mamata Alwarshetty, MD

Cardiology

10 Ratings
Dr. Mamata Alwarshetty, MD

Dr. Jaimin Amin, MD

Gastroenterology

Dr. Jaimin Amin, MD

Dr. Sandeep Amin, MB

Anesthesiology

17 Ratings
Dr. Sandeep Amin, MB

Dr. Howard An, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

41 Ratings
Dr. Howard An, MD

Dr. Gunnar Andersson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

2 Ratings
Dr. Gunnar Andersson, MD

Dr. Philip Andreoli, DO

Hospital Medicine

Dr. Philip Andreoli, DO

Dr. Sobia Ansari, MD

Emergency Medicine

Dr. Sobia Ansari, MD

Dr. David Ansell, MD

Internal Medicine

1 Ratings
Dr. David Ansell, MD

Dr. Anuja Antony, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

26 Ratings
Dr. Anuja Antony, MD

Dr. Swathi Arekapudi, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

12 Ratings
Dr. Swathi Arekapudi, MD

Dr. Vijay Arekapudi, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

18 Ratings
Dr. Vijay Arekapudi, MD

Dr. Robert Arensman, MD

Pediatric Surgery

2 Ratings
Dr. Robert Arensman, MD

Dr. Andrew Arndt, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery

4 Ratings
Dr. Andrew Arndt, MD

Meeta Arora, MPT

Physical Therapy

1 Ratings
Meeta Arora, MPT

Dr. Bulent Arslan, MD

Vascular & Interventional Radiology

2 Ratings
Dr. Bulent Arslan, MD

Dr. Zoe Arvanitakis, MD

Neurology

Dr. Zoe Arvanitakis, MD

Dr. Noga Askenazi, MD

Allergy & Immunology

19 Ratings
Dr. Noga Askenazi, MD

Dr. Sawsan Awad, MD

Pediatric Cardiology

Dr. Sawsan Awad, MD

Dr. Mariam Aziz, MD

Infectious Disease Medicine

3 Ratings
Dr. Mariam Aziz, MD

Dr. Bernard Bach, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

87 Ratings
Dr. Bernard Bach, MD

Dr. Judith Badner, MD

Psychiatry

1 Ratings
Dr. Judith Badner, MD

Dr. Shyamala Badrinath, MD

Anesthesiology

2 Ratings
Dr. Shyamala Badrinath, MD

Dr. Charlotte Bai, MD

Cardiology

Dr. Charlotte Bai, MD

Dr. Meagan Bailey, MD

Neurology

Dr. Meagan Bailey, MD

Dr. Michele Bailey, DO

Internal Medicine

21 Ratings
Dr. Michele Bailey, DO

Dr. Sanford Baim, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

2 Ratings
Dr. Sanford Baim, MD

Dr. Senada Bajmakovic-Kacila, MD

Psychiatry

2 Ratings
Dr. Senada Bajmakovic-Kacila, MD

Dr. Sapanjot Bajwa, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Dr. Sapanjot Bajwa, MD

Dr. Elizabeth Baker, MD

Internal Medicine

10 Ratings
Dr. Elizabeth Baker, MD

Dr. Antoaneta Balabanov, MD

Neurology

18 Ratings
Dr. Antoaneta Balabanov, MD

Dr. Jorge Balaguer, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Dr. Jorge Balaguer, MD

Dr. David Baldwin Jr, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

12 Ratings
Dr. David Baldwin Jr, MD

Dr. Robert Balk, MD

Pulmonary Disease

Dr. Robert Balk, MD

Dr. David Banayan, MD

Psychosomatic Medicine

Dr. David Banayan, MD

Dr. Sindhura Bandi, MD

Allergy & Immunology

5 Ratings
Dr. Sindhura Bandi, MD

Dr. James Baraglia, MD

Family Medicine

2 Ratings
Dr. James Baraglia, MD

Dr. Michael Barbee, MD

Internal Medicine

1 Ratings
Dr. Michael Barbee, MD

Dr. Victoria Barbosa, MD

Dermatology

10 Ratings
Dr. Victoria Barbosa, MD

Dr. Brandon Barton, MD

Neurology

6 Ratings
Dr. Brandon Barton, MD

Dr. Gail Basch, MD

Psychiatry

3 Ratings
Dr. Gail Basch, MD

Dr. Pete Batra, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat

10 Ratings
Dr. Pete Batra, MD

Dr. Marta Batus, MD

Medical Oncology

6 Ratings
Dr. Marta Batus, MD

Dr. Pravir Baxi, MD

Nephrology

Dr. Pravir Baxi, MD

Dr. Mohamed Bayoumi, MD

Hospital Medicine

Dr. Mohamed Bayoumi, MD

Dr. Andrea Bazan, MD

Internal Medicine

Dr. Andrea Bazan, MD

Dr. Magdalena Bednarczyk, MD

Geriatric Medicine

1 Ratings
Dr. Magdalena Bednarczyk, MD

Dr. Richard Berger, MD

Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

129 Ratings
Dr. Richard Berger, MD

Dr. Adriana Bermeo Ovalle, MD

Neurology

4 Ratings
Dr. Adriana Bermeo Ovalle, MD

Dr. Lawrence Bernstein, MD

Neurology

9 Ratings
Dr. Lawrence Bernstein, MD

Dr. Asuncion Berroya, MD

Internal Medicine

Dr. Asuncion Berroya, MD

Dr. Elizabeth Berry-Kravis, MD

Pediatric Neurology

5 Ratings
Dr. Elizabeth Berry-Kravis, MD

Dr. Sudeep Bhabad, MB

Neuroradiology

Dr. Sudeep Bhabad, MB

Dr. Rohini Bhat, MD

Internal Medicine

11 Ratings
Dr. Rohini Bhat, MD

Dr. Alisha Bhatia, MD

Critical Care Medicine

Dr. Alisha Bhatia, MD

Dr. Joel Biala, MD

Anesthesiology

Dr. Joel Biala, MD

Dr. Antonio Bianco, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

1 Ratings
Dr. Antonio Bianco, MD

Dr. Michael Bice, MD

Internal Medicine

7 Ratings
Dr. Michael Bice, MD

Dr. Elaine Biester, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

10 Ratings
Dr. Elaine Biester, MD

Dr. Harold Bigger, MD

Neonatal Medicine

Dr. Harold Bigger, MD

Dr. Roger Billhardt, MD

Cardiology

1 Ratings
Dr. Roger Billhardt, MD

Dr. Steven Bines, MD

General Surgery

6 Ratings
Dr. Steven Bines, MD

Dr. Brian Birmingham, MD

Anesthesiology

Dr. Brian Birmingham, MD

Dr. Faraz Bishehsari, MD

Gastroenterology

2 Ratings
Dr. Faraz Bishehsari, MD

Dr. Alan Blank, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Alan Blank, MD

Dr. Thomas Bleck, MD

Vascular Neurology

Dr. Thomas Bleck, MD

Dr. Joel Block, MD

Rheumatology

3 Ratings
Dr. Joel Block, MD

Dr. Joshua Blomgren, DO

Sports Medicine

60 Ratings
Dr. Joshua Blomgren, DO

Dr. Patricia Boatwright, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

37 Ratings
Dr. Patricia Boatwright, MD

Dr. Kevin Bockhold, MD

Neurology

11 Ratings
Dr. Kevin Bockhold, MD

Dr. Lisa Boggio, MD

Hematology

Dr. Lisa Boggio, MD

Provider Reviews

No waiting. Everyone pleasant. Dr. Craig Della Valle and staff focused, thorough, and extremely knowledgeable about their craft.

Dec 13 2019

Review for Dr. Craig Della Valle, MD

Dr. Wysocki provided treatment for Kienbock's in my right wrist. Surgery was performed and the outcome was as expected. I had all the necessary information to make an informed decision. He's thorough from start to finish

Dec 12 2019

Review for Dr. Robert Wysocki, MD

Excellent in all respects...goal was to be pain free...achieved!

Dec 12 2019

Review for Dr. Edward Goldberg, MD

Very knowledgeable, easy to talk too, laid out the options well.

Dec 12 2019

Review for Dr. Simon Lee, MD

Great bedside manor. Fantastic surgeon. Good listener. I recommend Dr Goldberg for all your surgical needs.

Dec 12 2019

Review for Dr. Edward Goldberg, MD

I was in and out no long wait time. She was very kind and friendly and understood I needed another injection for an area we have been treating. She still had a huge smile even at 530pm. Wouldn’t hesitate to refer anyone to her.

Dec 12 2019

Review for Dr. Julia Bruene, MD

Dr.phillips took the time to explain the problem with my back which I greatly appreciated

Dec 12 2019

Review for Dr. Frank Phillips, MD

did my colonoscopy 12-6-2019. Professional, but friendly and informative. My concerns were well received. My post procedure recovery was smooth, thanks to Dr. Brown and endoscopic nsg team @ ROP

Dec 11 2019

Review for Dr. Michael Brown, MD

Dec 10 2019

Review for Dr. John O'Toole, MD

Dec 10 2019

Review for Dr. Tad Gerlinger, MD

Dec 10 2019

Review for Dr. Bernard Bach, MD

Dr Cheng was very personable. He listens well with intent. He doesn’t rush through your visit. He explains all findings in layman’s terms.

Dec 09 2019

Review for Dr. David Cheng, MD

Dr. Sani is a second-tier/second string neurosurgeon at best. I'm very surprised Rush is willing to be associated with him. Doesn't seem to be educated/updated on the newest scientific advances.

Dec 09 2019

Review for Dr. Sepehr Sani, MD

Dec 07 2019

Review for Dr. Anthony Romeo, MD

I came in for a cosmetic procedure and paid for the visit. They additionally charged my insurance falsely, and I had to pay a $50 copay. It is impossible to get in contact with anyone there.

Dec 07 2019

Review for Dr. Elizabeth Damstetter, MD

Dr Goldberg gave me my life back. He is the best. He also cares about you. He explains everything and he listens. 5 stars is not enough.

Dec 07 2019

Review for Dr. Edward Goldberg, MD

Dr. Fernandez was able to immediately examine and diagnose my wrist pain complaint. He clearly explained a course of treatment and I am highly satisfied with the service and treatment of his practice.

Dec 07 2019

Review for Dr. John Fernandez, MD

Dr Wysovki is very knowledgeable, & he always takes the time to explain things to You!! He will also give you options that will work for You . i would definitely recommend him to family & friends.

Dec 07 2019

Review for Dr. Robert Wysocki, MD

Seeing for conservative Orthopedic knee treatment. PRP and Gel One. Excellent “bedside manner“ and a very skilled and competent Orthopedic Specialist.

Dec 07 2019

Review for Dr. Kathleen Weber, MD

Dec 06 2019

Review for Dr. Justin Griffin, MD

I had surgery with Dr Fernandez in May he is a great doctor. I cannot say enough about him and his staff. They were always available whenever I needed them. I would highly recommend Dr Fernandez!!!!

Dec 06 2019

Review for Dr. John Fernandez, MD

Everything went great. They think of everything. I just had my second knee replacement and would highly recommend Dr. Berger.

Dec 06 2019

Review for Dr. Richard Berger, MD

Great experience with DoctorGriffin and the JordanYoung Institute with rotator cuff surgery. Wonderful result. Very skilled and caring surgeon. Would definitely recommend.

Dec 06 2019

Review for Dr. Justin Griffin, MD

Dr. Couri was able to manage my back issues and sciatic pain successfully when others could not. He also resolved my rotor cuff problems. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Couri.

Dec 05 2019

Review for Dr. Brian Couri, MD

Dr Griffin was very informative and answered all of my questions. He is very direct and looks you in the eyes when speaking to you. Only problem was it was one hour after my appointment time that I was finally seen.

Dec 05 2019

Review for Dr. Justin Griffin, MD

Very good at blowing you off. Staff did not put all my info in. Where are the compassionate doctors?

Dec 04 2019

Review for Dr. Aaron Rosenberg, MD

Dec 04 2019

Review for Dr. Robert Wysocki, MD

Dec 04 2019

Review for Dr. Jeffery Alexander, DPM

Dec 01 2019

Review for Dr. Leonard Verhagen Metman, MD

Nov 29 2019

Review for Dr. Lauren Wiebe, MD

Nov 29 2019

Review for Dr. Anthony Romeo, MD

Dr Griffin and Dr Farrell are outstanding. Their staff (Alyssa and the others) are also great. I would recommend him and his staff to anyone and although I hope I do not need anymore shoulder surgery, I would go back to him without a doubt!

Nov 28 2019

Review for Dr. Justin Griffin, MD

Dr Levine is an excellent surgeon that possesses wonderful bedside manner as well as expertise in his field. He is willing to spend time answering all questions as is very willing to offer explanations and back up his recommendations with recent studies and data.

Nov 28 2019

Review for Dr. Brett Levine, MD

Great Doctor listens well and is a awesome surgeon

Nov 28 2019

Review for Dr. Brian Forsythe, MD

Visit was very good. Dr. Levine took time to listen to me. He assured me that it can be done.

Nov 28 2019

Review for Dr. Brett Levine, MD

Dr. Wysocki and his team took exceptional care of me. I suffered complicated fractures, requiring multiple surgeries. I am grateful that I was in his skilled hands. He and his staff are caring and compassionate. Unconditional recomendation.

Nov 28 2019

Review for Dr. Robert Wysocki, MD

Everything moves smoothly at Dr.Levine's office. I’m very happy with my new knees!

Nov 28 2019

Review for Dr. Brett Levine, MD

Dr Shenaq is a very compassionate and caring physician. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a thorough and caring doctor. Dr Shenaq is the most knowledgeable and professional.

Nov 27 2019

Review for Dr. Deana Shenaq, MD

I have Dr. Alwarshetty as my heart doctor for a few years and I am relativity please with her professionalism and care. She listens and is concern. She does not rush you and answers your questions. She is friendly and open.

Nov 26 2019

Review for Dr. Mamata Alwarshetty, MD

Excellent physician and surgeon. She truly is a blessing in medicine, and would have her take care of my entire family.

Nov 25 2019

Review for Dr. Deana Shenaq, MD

My first visit and I am completely happy with Dr DeWald. His clear explanation and diagnosis were great. I highly recommend DrDeWald.

Nov 25 2019

Review for Dr. Christopher DeWald, MD

Nov 23 2019

Review for Dr. Andrea Madrigrano, MD

Amazing obgyn the only one to listen to me and help me through everything I couldn’t ask for a better doctor I recommend her to anyone looking for a amazing doctor

Nov 22 2019

Review for Dr. Maria Munoz, MD

Nov 22 2019

Review for Dr. Joel Williams, MD

Nov 22 2019

Review for Dr. Robert Katz, MD

I've had Janet Forbes as my doctor for several years. I have found her very good working together with me to improve my health habits. She also doesn't panic about weird test results and is very good at explaining what is going on.

Nov 22 2019

Review for Dr. Janet Forbes, MD

Nov 22 2019

Review for Dr. Tamara Fountain, MD

Nov 21 2019

Review for Dr. Adriana Bermeo Ovalle, MD

Nov 21 2019

Review for Dr. Deana Shenaq, MD

Great doc, great bedside manner, explains issues clearly and understandably.

Nov 21 2019

Review for Dr. Charles Bush-Joseph, MD

Location

Rush University Medical Center

1653 W Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60612

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