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Samer Al-Khudari, MD

4.9
RUSH University Medical Group
Clinical Area:
Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery (ENT)
Specialty: Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Languages:
Arabic, English

About Me

If I am dealing with a patient that has a new diagnosis of cancer, one of the first things I want to know about that patient is, who is going to be by their side? And are they going to need me to be by their side a little bit more?

Samer Al-Khudari, MD, FACS, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Rush University Medical Center. He serves as the Director of Transoral Robotic Surgery and is the Medical Student Clerkship Director for ENT.

 

He graduated from Rush Medical College with AOA honors and completed residency training in Otolaryngology at Henry Ford Health System in Detroit. This was followed by a fellowship in head and neck oncology and reconstructive surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. Al-Khudari is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and is a fellow of the American Head & Neck Society and the American College of Surgeons.

 

Al-Khudari has authored numerous publications in all aspects of head and neck surgery and reconstruction with a focus on oropharyngeal cancer and robotic surgery. He regularly lectures regionally and nationally on head and neck cancer and global health related to international refugee care. He is a reviewer for multiple scientific journals including JAMA-Otolaryngology- Head and Neck surgery, Laryngoscope, and Head & Neck. Al-Khudari serves on several national committees for both the American Academy of Otolaryngology and the American Head and Neck Society and has received the Rush Medical Staff I-Care Award and the Department of Anatomy Anthony Schmidt Award at Rush.

 

His treatment philosophy is a patient-centered treatment approach with a focus on patient education and understanding of treatment options with a focus on survival and quality of life. Al-Khudari is passionate about global health and has led mission trips to deliver surgical care to displaced refugees in the Middle East. His special clinical interests are HPV-related cancer, oral cancer in young patients, minimally invasive techniques for parotid surgery, thyroid cancer and microvascular reconstruction.

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Locations & Appointments

Primary location
RUSH Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery - Rubschlager Building
RUSH Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery - Rubschlager Building
1520 W Harrison St
Joan and Paul Rubschlager Building
6th floor
Chicago, IL, 60607

(312) 942-6100
Directions
RUSH Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
RUSH Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
2011 York Rd
Oak Brook, IL, 60523

(630) 724-1300
Directions
Rush Oak Lawn
Rush Oak Lawn
5851 W 95th St
Oak Lawn, IL, 60453

(708) 660-2364
Directions
Rush Munster
Rush Munster
9200 Calumet Ave
Munster, IN, 46321

(219) 806-6585
(312) 947-2270
Directions

Credentials

Certifications

Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Education and Training

Henry Ford Hospital - Otolaryngology
Cleveland Clinic Foundation - Head and Neck Oncology and Microvascular Reconstruction
Rush University Medical College

Clinical Expertise

Goiter
Head and neck reconstruction
Head and neck surgery
Head and neck trauma
Head and neck tumors
Hyperparathyroidism
Hyperthyroidism
Laryngeal surgery
Laser surgery, head and neck
Melanoma
Oral cancer
Paraganglioma
Parathyroid disease
Parathyroid surgery
Robotic surgery
Throat cancer
Thyroid cancer
Thyroid surgery
Tracheal surgery
Transoral robotic surgery (TORS)
Vocal cord injections
Zenker's diverticulectomy

Academics & Publications

In addition to providing patient care, many of our clinicians have faculty appointments at RUSH University and perform clinical, basic science and community-based research. Our education and research endeavors are dedicated to enhancing excellence in patient care — now and in the future.

Insurance

Aetna
Aetna Better Health-MMAI
Aetna Better Health-Medicaid
Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
Aetna PPO Exchange
Affiliated Physician Group*
Ambetter of Illinois
Beech Street
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
Blue Cross Community Medicaid (FHP & ICP)
Cigna
Cigna IFP Connect - Exchange
Cigna Medicare Advantage
Community Healthcare Partners, LLC*
CorVel
CountyCare
Coventry
Devoted Health
Dolton Medical Clinic*
Dreyer Medical Clinic*
Dupage Medical Group/dba: Duly*
ElmCare, LLC*
Essential Health Partners*
Fox Valley Medicine, Ltd*
Great-West Healthcare
Health Care's Finest Network (HFN)
Hinsdale Physician Group/dba: AMITA*
Humana
Humana Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare-Medicaid Alignment Initiative
IlliniCare YouthCare
Ingalls Provider Group/Univ of Chicago Health*
Little Company of Mary/ dba: OSF Healthcare*
Meridian Complete (MMAI)
Meridian Health Plan
Molina Dual Options
Molina Healthcare of Illinois
Molina Healthcare of Illinois, Inc Marketplace
MultiPlan
NorthShore Physician Associates, Inc*
Northwest Community Health Partners*
Northwest Suburban IPA*
Physician Care Network*
Preferred Plan (Healthsmart)
Progress Health*
Pronger-Smith Medical Care*
Silver Cross Managed Care Organization*
Specialty Physicians of Illinois*
Swedish Covenant Physician Partners*
USA Managed Care Organization
Union Health Services*
United Healthcare
United Healthcare Illinois Marketplace
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
University of Chicago Health Plans (Inactive)
University of Illinois at Chicago*
WellCare Medicare Advantage
Zing Health

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Ratings and Reviews

Overall
4.9
Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.9
Provider explained things clearly

4.9
Provider showed concern

4.9
Provider included you in decisions

4.9
Provider discussed treatment options

4.9
5
A Patient at Rush - Aug 2024
Was impressed by the doctor
5
A Patient at Rush - Aug 2024
Dr Al-Khudari is always concerned about my health and well-being
5
A Patient at Rush - Aug 2024
Dr is always very pleasant & knowledgeable
5
A Patient at Rush - Jul 2024
Outstanding communication, caring, through and answered all questions.
5
A Patient at Rush - Jul 2024
Dr Al- Khudari. Is the best
5
A Patient at Rush - Jul 2024
I am very fortunate to have Dr. AL-Khudari as my head and neck specialist. He is an excellent physician who explains everything about my condition, he is also caring and very considerate.
5
A Patient at Rush - Jul 2024
Dr Al Khudari is extremely professional but shows true concern and caring.
5
A Patient at Rush - May 2024
Good
5
A Patient at Rush - May 2024
This Doctor always shows genuine concern for his patient.
5
A Patient at Rush - May 2024
Dr al Khudari is a phenomenal Physician. He really cares about his patient and fully explains his recommended treatment and ensures you know the reason for it and answers any questions.
5
A Patient at Rush - May 2024
Dr. Al Khudari is the best- explains things well, always caring. He listens to my concerns.
5
A Patient at Rush - Apr 2024
II am blessed to have the best ENT CA team on my
5
A Patient at Rush - Apr 2024
Good
5
A Patient at Rush - Apr 2024
Dr. Al-Khudari is a compassionate and outstanding physician. I am very fortunate to have him for my doctor.
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2024
Overall great experience.
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2024
Dr Al-Khudari was is a very compassionate person and was very thorough. I never felt rushed at any time during the visit.
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2024
Excellent
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2024
All providers were excellent
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2024
Great experience the best I'm sure.
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2024
Dr Al-Khudari very concerned with my neck lesions and reassured me that he will get to the bottom of it and take good care of me in the process. He showed me my neck scans which I really liked. Lots of doctors don't.
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2024
The Dr. Was great. Seemed very concerned and comforting.
5
A Patient at Rush - Jan 2024
Dr alkhhadari is great. Great to work with.
5
A Patient at Rush - Dec 2023
Dr. Al-Kandai is an amazing caregiver. He listens, he is thoughtful, he pays attention, and he is decisive.
5
A Patient at Rush - Dec 2023
Everything was excellent.
5
A Patient at Rush - Dec 2023
Dr. Al-Khudari is an excellent physician who cares, listens and reassures. He does a very thorough exam and is always available to meet or talk with me about my health.
5
A Patient at Rush - Dec 2023
Doctor asked many questions provided a very thorough exam with very good explanation
5
A Patient at Rush - Nov 2023
So very impressed. I have had good Dr.s before but this is on a totally different caliber.
5
A Patient at Rush - Nov 2023
He is a wonderful provider!
5
A Patient at Rush - Nov 2023
Wonderful
5
A Patient at Rush - Nov 2023
I have gone though serious cancer treatment and I would recommend Rush