Summary

Dr. Akhil Chawla is a surgical oncologist who specializes in treating cancer through advanced surgical techniques. His medical training began at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, followed by his residency at Case Western Reserve University and University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, which he completed in 2017. He then pursued specialized fellowship training at Brigham and Women's Hospital, finishing in 2019. With 16 years of experience in oncology and surgical oncology, Dr. Chawla brings extensive expertise to cancer care.

Dr. Chawla practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and sees patients at multiple Northwestern Medical Group locations throughout Illinois, including Warrenville, DeKalb, Winfield, Orland Park, and Chicago. He focuses on treating complex conditions such as adrenal tumors, cholangiocarcinoma, and provides specialized colon and rectal surgery. His approach includes comprehensive diagnostic work using glucose testing and pathology tests to ensure accurate treatment planning. Patients consistently rate Dr. Chawla highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • Brigham and Womens Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Akhil Chawla has 5 locations

Northwestern Medical Group

4405 Weaver PkwyWarrenville, IL 60555

Northwestern Medical Group

10 Health Services DrDeKalb, IL 60115

Northwestern Medical Group

25 N Winfield Rd Ste 2202Winfield, IL 60190

Northwestern Medical Group

15300 West Ave Ste 100AOrland Park, IL 60462

Robert H Lurie Cancer Center

675 N St Clair St Galter Pavilion, Ste 21-100Chicago, IL 60611

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16 Years of Experience
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Warrenville , ILMaywood , ILTINLEY PARK , ILMaywood , IL
Med School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Akhil Chawla

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Akhil Chawla has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Akhil Chawla has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Brigham and Womens Hospital2019

Residency

Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center2017

Medical School

University of Cincinnati College of MedicineGraduated in 2010

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Akhil Chawla affiliated with?
Dr. Akhil Chawla is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
Does Dr. Akhil Chawla accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Akhil Chawla accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Akhil Chawla's office located?
Dr. Akhil Chawla's office is located at 4405 Weaver Pkwy, Warrenville, IL, 60555.
Is Dr. Akhil Chawla accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Akhil Chawla accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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