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Dr. Akhil Chawla, MD

Surgical Oncology*
Map Pin Small Dekalb, IL
Accepting new patients
14 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Akhil Chawla, MD

Dr. Akhil Chawla, MD is a Surgical Oncology Specialist in Dekalb, IL. They specialize in Surgical Oncology, has 14 years of experience. They graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital. Dr. Chawla, completed a residency at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center.

Dr. Chawla works at Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group in Dekalb, IL with other offices in Geneva, IL. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Chawla's Office Locations

  1. 1
    KishHealth System Cancer Center
    10 Health Services Dr, Dekalb, IL 60115 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (815) 756-5255
  2. 2
    Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
    304 Randall Rd, Geneva, IL 60134 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (630) 232-0610

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  • Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital

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    Specialties*
    • Surgical Oncology

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    • 14 years of experience
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    NPI Number
    • 1396062253
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Brigham and Women's Hospital
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    Residency
    • Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
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    • University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
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