Summary

Dr. Ankit Bharat is a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon who completed his medical education at Christian Medical College Vellore. He pursued his residency at the Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium in 2011, followed by a fellowship at the same institution in 2013. With 23 years of experience in the field, Dr. Bharat brings extensive expertise to complex chest and heart procedures. He is fluent in Tamil and Hindi.

Dr. Bharat practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and sees patients at multiple Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute locations throughout Chicago and surrounding areas. His clinical focus includes treating various forms of lung cancer, including both non-small cell and small cell lung cancer. He performs diagnostic procedures such as chest imaging and pathology tests to help identify and monitor chest conditions. Patients rate Dr. Bharat 4.9 out of 5 on average, reflecting his commitment to quality care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 23 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Tamil, Hindi
  • Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ankit Bharat has 4 locations

Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute

676 N St Clair St Arkes Pavilion, Ste 2140Chicago, IL 60611

Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute

12255 S 80th Ave Ste 204Palos Heights, IL 60463

Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute

4309 W Medical Center Dr Ste B301McHenry, IL 60050

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4.9 
23 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Tamil, Hindi Speaks Spanish, Russian Speaks English Speaks English
Chicago , ILChicago , ILCrown Point , INMinneapolis , MN
Med School: Christian Medical College Vellore Med School: China Medical University Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ankit Bharat

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ankit Bharat has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ankit Bharat has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Bronchiolitis Obliterans
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Liver Transplantation
  • Lung Transplantation
  • Thoracic Surgeon
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium2013

Residency

Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium2011

Medical School

Christian Medical College VelloreGraduated in 2003

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Ankit Bharat speak?
Dr. Ankit Bharat speaks Tamil and Hindi.
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