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Summary
Dr. Justin Karush is a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon who brings 18 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2015. Dr. Karush furthered his expertise through a fellowship at Rush University Medical Center, which he completed in 2017.
Dr. Karush practices at Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute in Palos Heights, Illinois. He specializes in treating serious conditions including esophageal cancer, acid reflux disease, and lung cancer. His surgical expertise includes performing bronchoscopy procedures to examine the airways, sleep apnea surgery to improve breathing during sleep, and tracheostomy procedures when patients need breathing assistance. Patients consistently rate Dr. Karush highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Karush practices at Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute in Palos Heights, Illinois. He specializes in treating serious conditions including esophageal cancer, acid reflux disease, and lung cancer. His surgical expertise includes performing bronchoscopy procedures to examine the airways, sleep apnea surgery to improve breathing during sleep, and tracheostomy procedures when patients need breathing assistance. Patients consistently rate Dr. Karush highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 18 years of experience
- 14 insurance plans accepted
- Rush University Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute
12251 S 80th Ave Ste 1780Palos Heights, IL 60463 Tel: (312) 695-1800
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| Justin M. Karush, DO | Dr. Di Fan, MD | Dr. Michael Allen Bishop | Dr. Andrew Edwin Donaldson |
| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 18 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Russian, Spanish | |||
| Palos Heights , IL | Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL |
| Med School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: China Medical University | Med School: Edward Via Virginia College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Justin M. Karush
Medical Specialties
Justin M. Karush has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Justin M. Karush has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
18 Years Experience
Justin M. Karush holds an expired medical license in the states of Illinois and Indiana.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Indiana that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Rush University Medical Center in 2017.
Residency
Completed their residency at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2015 and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011.
Medical School
Graduated from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008.
NPI Number
Justin M. Karush's NPI number is 1891016606.
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- Where is Justin Karush's office located?
- Justin Karush's office is located at 12251 S 80th Ave Ste 1780, Palos Heights, IL, 60463.
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