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Dr. Aqeel Sandhu, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 61
Dr. Aqeel Sandhu, MD
4.2 (5 Ratings)

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Dr. Aqeel Sandhu, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 61
McHenry, IL
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Aqeel Sandhu, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in McHenry, IL.

About

Dr. Sandhu graduated from King Edward Medical University and completed a residency at Harlem Hospital Center. Dr. Aqeel Sandhu, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in McHenry, IL. Dr. Sandhu currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital. At present, Dr. Sandhu received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Dr. Sandhu's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Sandhu is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
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Septal Defect
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Typical Atrial Flutter
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Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Atherectomy
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Coronary Thrombectomy
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Heart Defect Repair
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
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Lobectomy
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Mitral Valve Repair
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Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Resection of Cardiac Tumor
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Tracheal Surgery
Tricuspid Valve Graft
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
Venous Thrombectomy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

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Locations

  1. 1 Northern Illinois Medical Center
    4309 W Medical Center Dr Ste A200, McHenry, IL 60050
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (815) 759-8070
  2. 2 Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
    10370 Haligus Rd Ste 200, Huntley, IL 60142
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (815) 759-8070
  3. 3 Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute of Northwestern
    1000 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 100, Lake Forest, IL 60045
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 534-3278

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Mar 13, 2024
Had a quadruple bypass performed by Dr Sandhu in December of 2023. Confident, caring and extremely professional. Dr Sandhu saved my life so I’d give him 10 stars if I could.
Bud Smith — Mar 13, 2024
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Vascular Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • King Edward Medical University
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • York Hospital
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Harlem Hospital Center
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center|New York Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia Presbyterian Center
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Aqeel Sandhu, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Sandhu's profile.

Dr. Aqeel Sandhu, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Aqeel Sandhu, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    251 E Huron St, Chicago, IL

  • Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital

    4201 W Medical Center Dr, McHenry, IL

  • Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital

    10400 Haligus Rd, Huntley, IL

  • Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

    1000 N Westmoreland Rd, Lake Forest, IL

  • Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

    25 N Winfield Rd, Winfield, IL