Chitaru Kurihara, MD

Thoracic Surgery

www.nm.org

4.8 out of 5

75 verified ratings

Patient Reviews

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified patient experiences collected from independently administered surveys. The overall rating is an average of all responses to the survey questions listed below. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions.
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4.8

4.8out of 5(75 Ratings, 31 Comments)

Apr 18, 2024
My first meeting with Dr Kurihara he was very patient and incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to answer my questions — I feel confident that he will be my surgeon and I will be receiving the best care
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Apr 1, 2024
The team was wonderful,they were very professional
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Mar 22, 2024
Professional, intelligent, kind, amazing! He’s a Rock Star!!!
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Jan 31, 2024
Why they explain everything to you in detail and if you don't understand they explain it to you again with great patience.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Jan 26, 2024
Great experience. Can’t wait for him to do my bilateral lung transplant.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Jan 19, 2024
Things went well
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Jan 9, 2024
Dr. Kurihara has been very personable on every encounter. Professional and understanding my concerns and takes time to discuss any concerns from me or my family.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Oct 30, 2023
Good doctor
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Oct 4, 2023
His total professionalism and ability to explain the pros and cons of the procedure He demeanor put me at ease throughout explaining this scary procedure
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Aug 14, 2023
Dr. Kurihara had a good "bedside manner" as they say. He was really easy to talk with and is very knowledgeable about lung transplant and explaining what it would entail. He was patient when we asked questions.
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Jul 27, 2023
I think Northwestern has the best of the best besides male clinic or Cleveland clinic. I do live in Indiana but I had lung cancer last year and I don’t go back. If I need more surgery it will be
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Jul 5, 2023
She asked me lots of questions an had answers all my questions
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Jun 28, 2023
Very willing to help and explain things clearly.
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Jun 19, 2023
experience knowledgeable
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Apr 12, 2023
Explanations were understandable.
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Feb 1, 2023
As above. In addition expert opinion.
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Jan 4, 2023
Was very nice. Answered questions thoroughly.
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Jan 4, 2023
Very good bedside manner and very knowledgeable
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Nov 24, 2022
Your Grading System Isn’t High Enough….😏.
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Nov 15, 2022
Very professional and provide the best of care and mental support to the patient.
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Nov 9, 2022
I really don’t know him but he was very kind patient and considerate on the phone
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Sep 28, 2022
Very professional and attentive probably has a great bedside manner
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Sep 21, 2022
His demeanor. Made me comfortable talking to him. He explained well.
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Sep 14, 2022
Answers all questions. Not rushed
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Sep 10, 2022
Knowledgeable informative and professional doctors
Published on Jan 11, 2024
Jul 8, 2022
Dr. Kurihara is an amazing doctor. He is genuine, humble, attentive, caring & respectful. He saved my life. He is an eternal blessing in our lives. GOD has blessed us.
Published on Apr 14, 2023
Jul 4, 2022
Very helpful
Published on Apr 14, 2023
Jun 5, 2022
He's confident and no nonsense.
Published on Apr 14, 2023
Jun 1, 2022
He saved my life. Dr. Kurihara epitomizes expertise and has a genuine concern for and dedication to his patients. Just seeing him lifts my spirits.
Published on Apr 14, 2023
Oct 20, 2021
Easy to communicate with. Friendly, professional.
Published on Apr 14, 2023