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Dr. Samer Attar, MD

Oncology
4.2 (5)
Map Pin Small Chicago, IL
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Samer Attar, MD

Dr. Samer Attar, MD is an Oncology Specialist in Chicago, IL. They specialize in Oncology, has 21 years of experience. They graduated from University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine and is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Attar works at Northwestern Center for Comprehensive Orthopaedic and Spine Care in Chicago, IL. They are accepting new patients and accepts 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. Attar's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Northwestern Center for Comprehensive Orthopaedic and Spine Care
    259 E Erie St Fl 13, Chicago, IL 60611 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 695-6800
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    Northwestern Medical Group
    675 N Saint Clair St Ste 21-700, Chicago, IL 60611 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 695-0990

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    Dec 30, 2016
    Took his time with me, explained things thoroughly, gave me clear options. My first visit, I got a strong sense of a competent, caring doctor, very relieved to have found him.
    Terri in Chicago, IL — Dec 30, 2016
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    About Dr. Samer Attar, MD

    Specialties
    • Oncology
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    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    • 1730392721
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    Education & Certifications

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    • University of Chicago Medical Center
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    • University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine
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    Dr. Samer Attar, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Attar is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Attar has an average wait time of 10 – 15 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Attar has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Attar works at Northwestern Center for Comprehensive Orthopaedic and Spine Care in Chicago, IL. View the full address on Dr. Attar’s profile.

    5 patients have reviewed Dr. Attar. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Attar.

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