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Dr. Kerstin Stenson, MD

Dr. Kerstin Stenson, MD

Head & Neck Surgical Oncology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Kerstin Stenson, MD is a head & neck surgical oncology specialist in Chicago, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1988. She is affiliated with medical facilities Rush University Medical Center and Northwest Community Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 50 reviews 5 Star Rating (50 reviews)

Practice

1611 W Harrison St Ste 550 Chicago, IL 60612

Make an Appointment

(312) 942-6100

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Stenson is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center Chicago, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Stenson specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Stenson's Reviews

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care philosophy

The way we determine what sort of treatment a patient with a head and neck tumor will have is based on usually the stage of the cancer. And patients who have early stage cancer usually will have an operation first. Patients with more advanced stage...read more

  • Head & Neck Surgical Oncology

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  • University Mich School Med

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994

  • University Ill College Med

    Residency Hospital, 1993

  • Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Rush Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery1611 W Harrison St Ste 550 Chicago, IL 60612
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Rush Pulmonary Function Lab1520 W Harrison St Fl 6 Chicago, IL 60607
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Practice

Radiology Services1620 W Harrison St Chicago, IL 60612
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Rush University Medical Center

    1653 W Congress Pkwy
    Chicago, IL 60612
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Northwest Community Hospital

    800 W Central Rd
    Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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