Summary

Dr. Sammy Nawas is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in surgery of the chest, lungs, and related structures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Beth Israel Medical Center. With 32 years of experience in thoracic surgery, Dr. Nawas has developed extensive expertise in treating complex chest and lung conditions. He is fluent in both Arabic and English.

Dr. Nawas practices at multiple locations including Hinsdale and Kankakee, Illinois, with affiliations at several respected medical centers including Advocate Christ Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, and UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale. 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 CT scans of the chest and pathology tests to help diagnose and monitor chest conditions. Patients have given Dr. Nawas an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.1
  • 32 years of experience
  • speaks Arabic, English
  • Beth Israel Medical Center
  • 9 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Sammy Issa Nawas has 2 locations

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Accepts New Patients
4.1 
32 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Arabic, English Speaks Spanish, Russian
Hinsdale , ILChicago , ILChicago , ILBurr Ridge , IL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: China Medical University Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sammy Issa Nawas

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Sammy Issa Nawas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sammy Issa Nawas has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Cancer
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Lung Cancer
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Beth Israel Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1994

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Which hospitals is Dr. Sammy Nawas affiliated with?
Dr. Sammy Nawas is affiliated with Advocate Christ Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTER, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale, and Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Sammy Nawas speak?
Dr. Sammy Nawas speaks Arabic and English.
Does Dr. Sammy Nawas accept my insurance?
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