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Samer Al-Khudari, MD

4.9
Rush Medical Group
Clinical Area:
Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery (ENT)
Specialty: Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Languages:
Arabic, English

About Me

If I am dealing with a patient that has a new diagnosis of cancer, one of the first things I want to know about that patient is, who is going to be by their side? And are they going to need me to be by their side a little bit more?

Samer Al-Khudari, MD, FACS, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Rush University Medical Center. He serves as the Director of Transoral Robotic Surgery and is the Medical Student Clerkship Director for ENT.

 

He graduated from Rush Medical College with AOA honors and completed residency training in Otolaryngology at Henry Ford Health System in Detroit. This was followed by a fellowship in head and neck oncology and reconstructive surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. Al-Khudari is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and is a fellow of the American Head & Neck Society and the American College of Surgeons.

 

Al-Khudari has authored numerous publications in all aspects of head and neck surgery and reconstruction with a focus on oropharyngeal cancer and robotic surgery. He regularly lectures regionally and nationally on head and neck cancer and global health related to international refugee care. He is a reviewer for multiple scientific journals including JAMA-Otolaryngology- Head and Neck surgery, Laryngoscope, and Head & Neck. Al-Khudari serves on several national committees for both the American Academy of Otolaryngology and the American Head and Neck Society and has received the Rush Medical Staff I-Care Award and the Department of Anatomy Anthony Schmidt Award at Rush.

 

His treatment philosophy is a patient-centered treatment approach with a focus on patient education and understanding of treatment options with a focus on survival and quality of life. Al-Khudari is passionate about global health and has led mission trips to deliver surgical care to displaced refugees in the Middle East. His special clinical interests are HPV-related cancer, oral cancer in young patients, minimally invasive techniques for parotid surgery, thyroid cancer and microvascular reconstruction.

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Locations & Appointments

Primary location
Rush Otolaryngology - Chicago Rubschlager Building
Rush Otolaryngology - Chicago Rubschlager Building
1520 W Harrison St
Joan and Paul Rubschlager Building
6th Floor
Chicago, IL, 60607

Rush Otolaryngology - Oak Brook
Rush Otolaryngology - Oak Brook
2011 York Rd
Oak Brook, IL, 60523

Rush Oak Lawn
Rush Oak Lawn
5851 W 95th St
Oak Lawn, IL, 60453

Rush Munster
Rush Munster
9200 Calumet Ave
Munster, IN, 46321

Rush Otolaryngology - Chicago Orthopedic Building
Rush Otolaryngology - Chicago Orthopedic Building
1611 W Harrison St
Orthopedic Building
Suite 550
Chicago, IL, 60612

Credentials

Certifications

Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Focused Practice in Adult Complex Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery

Education and Training

Henry Ford Hospital - Otolaryngology
Cleveland Clinic Foundation - Head and Neck Oncology and Microvascular Reconstruction
Rush University Medical College

Clinical Expertise

Complex airway diseases
Goiter
Head and neck reconstruction
Head and neck surgery
Head and neck trauma
Head and neck tumors
Hyperparathyroidism
Hyperthyroidism
Laryngeal surgery
Laser surgery, head and neck
Melanoma
Oral cancer
Paraganglioma
Parathyroid disease
Parathyroid surgery
Robotic surgery
Throat cancer
Thyroid cancer
Thyroid surgery
Tracheal surgery
Transoral robotic surgery (TORS)
Vocal cord injections
Zenker's diverticulectomy

Academics & Publications

In addition to providing patient care, many of our clinicians have faculty appointments at Rush University and perform clinical, basic science and community-based research. Our education and research endeavors are dedicated to enhancing excellence in patient care — now and in the future.

Insurance

Insurance plans marked with an asterisk (*) require a referral from your Independent Practice Association (IPA) or medical group.

Aetna
Aetna Better Health-Medicaid
Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
Aetna Medicare FIDE HMO (DSNP)
Ambetter of Illinois
Beech Street
Blue Choice
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
Blue Cross Community Medicaid (FHP & ICP)
Cigna
Cigna IFP Connect - Exchange
Claritev (fka:MultiPlan)
Community Healthcare Partner LLC dba Power Health*
CorVel
CountyCare
Coventry
Devoted Health
Dolton Medical Clinic*
Dreyer Medical Clinic*
Dupage Medical Group/dba: Duly*
Essential Health Partners*
Great-West Healthcare
Health Care's Finest Network (HFN)
Health Spring Medicare Advantage
Hinsdale Physician Grp dba/UChgo Med AdventHealth*
Humana Medicare Advantage
Humana-MMAI (Inactive)
IlliniCare YouthCare
Ingalls Provider Group dba/UChgo Med AdventHealth*
Lawndale Christian Health Center (PACE only)
Meridian Health Plan
Molina Healthcare of Illinois
Molina Healthcare of Illinois Inc Marketplace
Molina Medicare Complete Care Plus HMO (DSNP)
NorthShore Physician Associates (Endeavor Health)*
Northwest Community Health Ptnrs(Endeavor Health)*
Northwest Suburban IPA*
OSF Little Company of Mary dba/Southwest Health*
OSF Specialty Physicians of Illinois*
Preferred Plan (Healthsmart)
Progress Health*
Swedish American Health System fml: Phys Care Net*
Swedish Covenant Phys Partners (Endeavor Health)*
USA Managed Care Organization
Union Health Services*
United Healthcare
United Healthcare Illinois Marketplace
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
University of Illinois at Chicago*
WellCare Medicare Advantage
WellCare Meridian Dual Align (DSNP)
Zing Health

Accepted insurance plans are subject to change without notice. Please contact your insurance company to verify that the location or provider you plan to visit is included in your network before your visit. If you schedule an appointment and your provider is not in network with your insurance, your out of pocket liability may be higher than expected.

Ratings and Reviews

Overall

4.9
Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.9
Provider discussed treatment options

4.9
Provider explained things clearly

4.9
Provider showed concern

4.9
Provider included you in decisions

4.9
5
A Patient at Rush - Apr 2026
Great bedside manner. Left no concern unanswered. Doctor who cares about his patient. Class act.
5
A Patient at Rush - Apr 2026
Explained all options. Very caring.
5
A Patient at Rush - Apr 2026
Dr. Al-Khudari is the very best medical professional. Physician and surgeon I have ever met.
5
A Patient at Rush - Apr 2026
Dr Al Khudari is truly amazing. I have not gotten this much care in a long time. Bless this man.
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2026
It's always a great visit. Iminfor.ed about everything.
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2026
Dr. Al-Khudari always listens to me and answers my questions.
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2026
Dr.Samer Al- Khudari MD is outstanding medical care provider. I'm happy to have him as my consultant. He's highly trained and experienced medical specialist.
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2026
Love my ENT Dr Al-Khudari
5
A Patient at Rush - Mar 2026
I tell all others RUSH is the best !
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2026
Doctor is an excellent diagnostician and has a wonderful personality.
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2026
I have been a patient of Dr. Al-Khudari for several years. He is an excellent physician along with being a kind and caring doctor. I'm not just a number to him. I am a cancer survivor and he has taken diligent care of ongoing issues with my health. I am very fortunate to have him as my doctor.
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2026
Dr. Al-Khudari was excellent, took the time to explain everything and really showed concern
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2026
Dr. Al-Khudari is fantastic.
5
A Patient at Rush - Feb 2026
Dr Al Khudari takes the time to fully explain your condition and inform you of your treatment.He answers all of your questions and Is never In a rush.
5
A Patient at Rush - Jan 2026
My Doctor treats me like a close relative
5
A Patient at Rush - Jan 2026
Dr. Al-Khudari made himself so available and so accommodating. It was an excellent experience. Don't see doctors like that often to be honest.
5
A Patient at Rush - Jan 2026
Dr Al- Khudari and his staff provided A+ service. Thank you so much
5
A Patient at Rush - Dec 2025
Excellent physician.
5
A Patient at Rush - Dec 2025
Always get excellent care.
5
A Patient at Rush - Nov 2025
Doctor is an exceptional caregiver
5
A Patient at Rush - Nov 2025
I would absolutely recommend Dr. Al-Khudari to family and friends.
5
A Patient at Rush - Nov 2025
Excellent
5
A Patient at Rush - Nov 2025
Dr Al Khudari is outstanding. He listens to your concerns and includes you in your treatment plan
5
A Patient at Rush - Nov 2025
Love this doctor!
5
A Patient at Rush - Nov 2025
Love my doctor and nurses. Staff is excellent
5
A Patient at Rush - Nov 2025
Dr Al-Khudari makes me feel taken care of.
5
A Patient at Rush - Nov 2025
Dr Al Khudari did an excellent job
5
A Patient at Rush - Oct 2025
Doctor and nurse were very attentive and caring about my needs
5
A Patient at Rush - Sep 2025
We really care a lot about our Dr he is great
5
A Patient at Rush - Sep 2025
Excellent staff specially Doctor and other supporting staff
5
A Patient at Rush - Sep 2025
The Dr was outstanding
5
A Patient at Rush - Sep 2025
Dr Al Khudari is always very thorough & explains things to my understanding. Never rushes me always very patient
5
A Patient at Rush - Sep 2025
I felt very comfortable and confident.