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Dr. Shakeel Chowdhry, MD

Dr. Shakeel Chowdhry, MD

Neurosurgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Shakeel Chowdhry, MD is a neurosurgeon in Evanston, IL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Chowdhry has extensive experience in Neurocritical Care Disorders. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital and Northwest Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

2650 Ridge Ave Evanston, IL 60201
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(847) 570-1440

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Chowdhry is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital Evanston, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Chowdhry is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Chowdhry specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Chowdhry's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chowdhry

4.1

19 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lauri – Feb 03, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 28, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 15, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Edward Green in AZ, IL – Jul 03, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
IL – Jun 26, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 16, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
ASK: Adrienne Sioux Koopersmith in Chicago, IL – Sep 21, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Barbara in Des Plaines, IL – May 19, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ben H. in Chicago, IL – Feb 26, 2016
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About Me

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care philosophy

At Northshore Neurological Institute, we put our patients first. Dr. Chowdhry is committed to treating his patients with compassion and to providing innovative and sound medical options for the treatment of his patient's neurological conditions....read more

biography

Shakeel Chowdhry is a dual fellowship trained board certified neurosurgeon in practice in the greater Chicago area. After graduating with honors from Harvard University in Cambridge, MA with a degree in biochemistry, he attended Georgetown University...read more

  • Neurosurgery

  • Neurological Skull Base Surgery

  • Endovascular Neurosurgery

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  • Case Western Reserve University|st Josephs Hospital And Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2011

  • University Hospitals Of Cleveland

    Internship Hospital, 2006

  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Chowdhry is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Northshore University Health System2650 Ridge Ave Evanston, IL 60201
    1

    Practice

    Office880 W Central Rd Ste 7200 Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    2
    Office920 Milwaukee Ave Ste 2100 Lincolnshire, IL 60069
    3

    Practice

    Highland Park Hospital777 Park Ave W Highland Park, IL 60035
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital

      2650 Ridge Ave
      Evanston, IL 60201
      Recipient of 17
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Northwest Community Hospital

      800 W Central Rd
      Arlington Heights, IL 60005
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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