Abraham Shashoua, MD

Dr. Shashoua changed my life. I had a weird fibroid in a terrible location and exhausted my second and third opinions about the best way to move forward. I was in incredible pain. Dr. Shashoua was my gyno, but he was also the first to identify a problem with herniated disks, and he prompted a much needed MRI — along with a very needed hysterectomy. I had hoped for less, but he made a much better call and I defer to his expertise.
I had not been on any prescriptions for my pain, which lasted for more than a year. Narcotics make me sick and the last thing I wanted to deal with was a dependency issue. Dr. Shashoua respected my choice and focused on identifying the problem instead of numbing it. He made immediate corrections instead of kicking the can down the road.
Dr. Shashoua is a man of few words and he makes sure to be clear and precise when offering his best opinion. His demeanor is direct and focused. I appreciate his candor and clarity.
I can never experience the milestones he crossed to become such an adept surgeon and I’m ever grateful for abilities. He is an artist and a healer, and the marks his work left on my body are so small. They all healed quite well.
Post hysterectomy: I’m tremendously surprised at how little pain I am in, and I haven’t needed much relief beyond prescription strength Ibuprofen. Every bit of good advice I have received from Dr. Shashoua, and nurses, has proven to be correct. I’m on the mend, so mindful of the great care I received.
My surgery took place at Illinois Masonic — the new building. Right before Christmas! Everyone there took great care of me, above and beyond my expectations. I don’t make it a habit to be sick or in need of an operation, and I don’t have much to compare this experience against, but IL Masonic provided the best care I have ever received in my lifetime. Pre-​op, recovery, in the hospital room — everyone was so compassionate and knowledgeable. I am so impressed. Thank you Diana and Christian, the nurses who cared for me and explained everything. My life is so much better. You put me on this road, with Dr. Shashoua.

Dr. Shashoua changed my life and I am forever grateful. My quality of life change tremendously after surgery. Thank you Dr. Shashoua!!! Always grateful, Deborah.
PS: You are an amazing physician and I will continue to recommend you to anyone I come across who may need your medical assistance.

Amazing doctor, definitely highly reommend.

Finding doctor Dr. Abraham Shashoua has been a true blessing to me and to my family. He is direct, accurate, and an extremely caring and compassionate doctor. I thank my friend so much for recommending me to him. Dr. Shashoua is my very best gynecologist that I have been able to find in 30 years! He is amazingly honest and so very accurate. Dr. Shashoua immediately did everything himself for me, avoiding a lot of waisted time, unclear answers, and waisted visits. Dr. Shashoua is extremely knowledgeable, «hands on», and does not take short cuts for the sake of laziness. Thank you so very much Dr. Abraham Shashoua for all that you do. You are a great doctor and I am so happy and grateful that I have finally found you!

I’ve never gotten on Unilocal to review doctors, but now that I’ve had a year of exhausting, horrible and near-​death experiences I’m compelled to share some of my impressions. My first stop is to write a rave review for Doctor Shashoua.
I have VWD, a blood coagulation disease, along with a platelet disorder and have had a lot of issues the last year and a half. So much so that other doctors didn’t feel comfortable performing the surgery I needed, which I commend them for, I’d rather have someone who felt comfortable and knowledgeable doing the deed.
I’d been to several surgeons on my hunt, but Shashoua was so clear and confident in what needed to be done that he became my number one choice immediately upon meeting him. And, I couldn’t have been happier.
My issue quickly became an emergency situation shortly after our first visit and when I called to ask him what I should do he had me come in immediately. I was admitted to the hospital and he made time for my surgery in just over a day.
I’ve had several small surgeries in the past, so I’m no stranger to the process, but this was the biggest surgery I’d ever been through. And, despite the magnitude of this one it went by without a hitch. I’m eight weeks out and the scars are already barely noticeable. He went in through the belly button with only 4 very small incisions on the belly. The nurses and staff were very responsive and extremely knowledgeable. It was by far the BEST hospital experience I’ve ever had.
The staff in his office is also extremely nice and responsive, a trait I dare say few offices in this city have.

I love how direct he is. He pin pointed the problem and created a plan to tackle the issue immediately. No sugar coating, he is also very polite!

I am not a huge fan of Unilocal but I thought I should take the time to write a brief account of my experience with Dr. Shashoua and his team to help others.
First off, I have never, ever even broken a bone, so the the thought of a myomectomy was not something I was looking forward to. So much so, I have been watching and waiting for about 10yrs. Recently, the last two yrs have been quite terrible with my fibroids increasing in bulk and causing issues from severe bloating to blocking digestive processes. It had come time to take the little monster out!
The thought of allowing myself to lay in a hospital and to let someone willingly cut into me, made me nauseous, panicky, and hyper-​ventilate! What if I die to what if I wake up during surgery?! All kinds of terrifying ideas and thoughts, to top it of, God forbid you read the scary stuff online???
Well I’m three weeks out and this was one of the BEST decisions (laparoscopic myomectomy) I have made. That being said, I give 100% credit to Dr. Shashoua and his caring team at his clinic as well as the lovely staff at Illinois Masonic Hospital, where I was treated at their state-​of-​the art care center. From day one, everyone has been kind and answered all my questions. I even had issues with my primary care physician, whose office was so unorganized through this process, and Dr. Shashoua’s office took the lead role and did everything to make this one of the best experiences ever.
So now I am monster free! I did the research and this is the best team for your fibroid issues in Chicago (if not the Midwest) and wanted other women out there to know, although everyone has unique experiences, if mine can be used as an indicator, I would suggest you make that phone call now and get it taken care of immediately. I have my life back and I wish I had done it sooner! I can’t wait for the okay in 4 more wks to start training again for my first 5k in years. Starting the journey is hard but with the right team and support, it will be worth it in the end. Good luck and lots of love.

First I’m really glad that I found him. He is professional and to the point, I called his office to book my appointment it was 3 weeks after my call, it’s a long waiting but definitely he deserve it! They did the arrangements very smoothly and they call me 2 days before the day to remind me ! :D
I have a very mixed symptoms and I’ve been to many physicians before. No one did anything besides the false reassurance!
I’m a physician and I can tell if the doctor good enough or not. I told him that the pelvic exam is a painful procedure for me and he reassured me and did it very gently! I’m definitely coming back to see him. THANKS Dr. Shoushoa

Pretty much the best Doctor ever!!! I was a little nervous going to a male doctor for this but he was incredible! He listened to me and asked me questions to properly diagnose me with something that I have struggling with for the past three years. I’m so thankful and happy he is my doctor!

Dr. Shashoua was recommended to me by my primary doctor and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Since my uterus was enlarged and I had multiple fibroids, I needed a total abdominal hysterectomy done by a C section incision. Dr. Shashoua was informative about every step of the process which helped to ease my nervousness about the surgery. I had my six week check up today and I feel amazing! For years, I was fretting over whether or not I should have this surgery. But now I feel like I should have had it done a long time ago. I feel better than I have in years! Thank you to Dr. Shashoua and staff for being professional, kind and gentle.

I had a very difficult problem to diagnosis that took almost a year and a half to do so. I started to realize that some specialists only hear what they want to hear and dump you when they don’t get their desired diagnosis. Dr Shashoua tried multiple treatments and approaches with me and didn’t give up on me the first time his initial diagnosis wasn’t correct.
He has a laid back demeanor and is often sarcastic, but I appreciate that. What matters is results and he gets those too.
When about 9 other specialists had given up on me (even offered me a psyche eval) he didn’t and I’m now on the road to recovery.
Office staff is great and I have only had to wait any length of time to get in once.

This doctor’s office did not call me at all with the results of some serious tests I had done. I waited a week thinking that if I needed more tests they sure would have called by now. Well, no. Further testing was needed and they did not bother to call. I had the necessary tests done, and again days go by and the office does not call with the results!!! Very unsettling to say the least. Again, after a couple of days knowing they got the results, I had to make endless phone calls to try to get the nurse to call me back. Does not make you feel like the doctor cares and it’s very unprofessional.

I am so happy that i found Dr. Shashoua. I had a gigantic fiboid that he successfully removed. He saved my life ! Him and his staff were excellent every step of the way, they really took care of me and made me feel safe and cared for in their hands. His expertise, caring and commitment makes him one of the best surgeons in Chicago for this type of surgery. Thank you Dr. Shashoua ! Amie S.

He does seem thorough and concerned, and has a nice staff.

Great Doctor! The birthing of my two children was not kind to my body and my ob/​gyn clinic was going to leave me «as is», «as is» was a gaping hole. Well as is was «significantly abnormal» and I was not ok with that. I emailed Dr. Shashoua to see if it was something fixable, he himself called me. I was able to make an appointment rather quickly considering the practice being a specialist. Dr. Shashoua checked everything out and told me that I had been left «significantly abnormal» and pointed out a couple other issues that I didn’t even realize, as in my bladder was falling out (great! what am I an 80 year old woman?!) The good news was he could fix all of it!!!
I am now 2 weeks post-​op, I feel great and I look way better than I should having given birth to two large babies!
Dr. Shashoua will tell you what he sees in a professional, non-​sugar coated manner. And the best part is, he will fix it! The office is very friendly and helpful. I really have no complaints, just praise.

I had an excellent experience with Dr. Shashoua. In June 2013 he successfully removed six fibroids. During the months leading up to surgery I had done research and saw a surgeon that I didn’t feel a lot of confidence in regarding his plans on how to remove the degenerating submucosal fibroid that had been giving me the most problems.
When it comes to surgery if you’re anything like me– you want the best. I found Dr. Shashoua online and after reading his reviews, seeing that he taught the procedure and having a successful consultation him– I finally felt at ease about it. However, after returning home I considered trying some alternative methods before going into surgery. So I cancelled my appointment and the next day he personally called me and wanted to make sure that even if I didn’t allow him to do the surgery that I would get it done as soon as possible.
It meant a lot that he took the time to care enough to call and inform me that this wasn’t a case where I had the time to try alternatives. I re-​scheduled and haven’t regretted my decision yet. Since I was out of state he made sure I had a private room and allowed me to stay longer before making the journey back home. The hospital staff was excellent and very attentive as well.
I’m thankful to God for leading me to him and would highly recommend him to anyone who values successful outcomes. He is one of the best. Thanks Dr. Shashoua!

Dr. Shashoua is the best doctor in his field! The best! I am so lucky to be referred to him. He was my 2^nd opinion doctor and I tell you, he really saved me a lot of pain and suffering.

I have intentionally waited until after my 3-​month post operative check up to write this review. I was referred to Dr. Shashoua by my regular OBS/​GYN to address incontinence. It is so frustrating to pee your pants every time you cough… some of you know exactly what I mean. Dr. Shashoua is easy to talk to, focuses on how he can improve your health and quality of life, and is a very fine surgeon. The office is clean and well run. I have never had to wait an unreasonable time for my appointment, and everyone is friendly and helpful.
I read other reviews out of curiosity, and don’t at all understand the post that gives him 1 star. None of the examination room doors line up with the door to the waiting room, and even if it did, there is a curtain inside the door that is always pulled across the end of the room by the physician’s assistant before any examination. I have never been asked to stand (or even sit) naked in the room, and even while performing some potentially embarassing (because of our culture, not because of anything anyone in the office did) examination procedures Dr. Shashoua and his staff have been professional and did everything reasonably possible to make me comfortable (emotionally and to the extent possible, physically). I was surprised how an extra sheet can be a comfort, but it is.
Anyone who watches television has seen the commercials trolling for people to sue doctors who do this «sling/​mesh surgery», and I admit those commercials made me think twice before having the surgery. But after having to walk out of a meeting at work after sneezing, I decided to give it a go. My surgery went just as planned, and I had only the expected post-​operative discomfort. I followed the instructions to refrain from certain activities, but was able to continue walking for exercise that week. About a month later after my follow-​up appointment, I was back in the gym lifting weights and have not had any problem at all. I am beyond happy with the result of this surgery and with Dr. Shashoua’s care in general. I recommend him highly to friends, family, and now strangers on Unilocal

So, based on the stellar reviews on Unilocal,I thought I’d give him a shot. I’ve been having some pretty scary symptoms and I wanted to get a thorough examination.
I made the trek all the way to Lincoln Park, and made my way to his office.
I got there at 1:50, my appointment was at 2pm. I didn’t get taken till 2:45. One star off right there.
When I was taken, I told the nurse my complaints and she seemed concerned and let me know that I’d probably get an ultrasound, etc. I was very happy to hear this, because I felt my symptoms warranted this.
Once he came in, he listened to my complaints and seemed slightly annoyed. I don’t know if it’s because I had a lot to say, or because he was just having a bad day. But it made me feel uneasy.
I was directed to undress from the bottom down, where he did the typical «feel around.»
At this point, he told me to stand up, so I was standing without anything on but a shirt, as he was pressing down on my pelvis. So okay, fine, I understand you need me to be in a certain position to take a good look, but what happened next was just awful. The nurse and him left the room while I was still standing there without any clothes on… so the door opened for all to see. My room had a direct view of the waiting room/​office area!
When he came back, he sighed, and said, «So what do you want me to focus on?» Umm, everything would be nice. So I had to pick my two biggest complaints.
No ultrasound was done, no blood work. Nothing to test the scary symptoms to see if it’s really serious.
I’m planning on seeing a different gyno. A female preferably.
When will I learn not to use Unilocal for medical recommendations?
I feel like I went to a completely different place compared to the great things I read here.
The staff is super friendly, so one star for that.

I was referred to Dr. Shashoua by an emergency care clinic, when they weren’t able to do the procedure I needed. It was a shitty situation, but having a doctor who was kind, compassionate, and trusted me to make a decision about my own care really made a difference. Also, when I described something that was irrefutably gross, his response was, «That’s kind of awesome.» Weirdly comforting!
I later went back for an exam and the level of care was similarly top notch.
Also, to whom it may concern, Dr. Shashoua and staff are cool with the gays.