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Ashok Jagasia, MD

4.9
RUSH University Medical Group
Clinical Area:
Otolaryngology (ENT), Pediatric; Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery (ENT)
Specialty: Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Languages:
English

About Me

Ashok A. Jagasia, MD, PhD, is the director of RUSH Oak Park Otolaryngology. Dr. Jagasia graduated with a PhD from RUSH University and received his medical degree followed by residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at RUSH University Medical Center. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. He practices the full scope of comprehensive otolaryngology in adult and pediatric patients and has expertise in the areas of paranasal sinus disease, endoscopic sinus surgery, thyroid, parathyroid, and salivary gland tumors, skin cancers, tonsillectomy, otitis media and sleep apnea. Dr. Jagasia was one of the first to determine the role of the p16 tumor suppressor gene in the development of chondrosarcoma. He pursued a two-year research fellowship in the area of leukemia and lymphoma at Loyola Medical Center and published several articles establishing the role of p16 tumor suppressor gene in the pathogenesis of both solid and hematopoietic malignancies. Dr. Jagasia is currently collaborating with the National Argonne Laboratory on research related to trans-tympanic delivery of topical antibiotics using nanopeptides to treat otitis media. He serves as the Director of the RUSH ENT Global Health program, with efforts ranging from surgical trips to Dominican Republic to providing care to rural communities in Illinois. In addition to performing surgeries during the global health trips, he is presently developing a sustainable hearing program for children in the Dominican Republic. Dr. Jagasia has been working with the homeless population in Chicago and established an ENT clinic within the Franciscan Homeless Shelter and is actively engaged in addressing the disparities related to otolaryngology care within the rural communities of Illinois.

Locations & Appointments

Primary location
RUSH Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery - Oak Park
RUSH Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery - Oak Park
610 S Maple Ave
Rush Medical Office Building
Suite 3700
Oak Park, IL, 60304

(708) 660-6430
(708) 660-6447
Directions
RUSH Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery - Chicago
RUSH Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery - Chicago
1611 W Harrison St
Orthopedic Building
Suite 550
Chicago, IL, 60612

(312) 942-6100
(312) 942-6225
Directions

Credentials

Certifications

Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Education and Training

Rush University Medical Center - Otolaryngology
Rush University Medical College

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.

Assistant Professor

Insurance

Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO
Aetna PPO Exchange
Affiliated Physician Group
Ambetter of Illinois
Beech Street
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)
Chicago Health System(MacNeal Health Provider) Com
Chicago Health System(MacNeal Health Provider) Gov
Cigna
Cigna Medicare Advantage
Community Healthcare Partners, LLC
CorVel
CountyCare
Coventry
Devoted Health
Dolton Medical Clinic
Dreyer Medical Clinic
Dupage Medical Group
ElmCare, LLC
Essential Health Partners
Fox Valley Medicine, Ltd.
Great-West Healthcare
Health Care's Finest Network (HFN)
Hinsdale Physician Group
Humana
Humana Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare-Medicaid Alignment Initiative
IlliniCare YouthCare
Ingalls Provider Group
Little Company of Mary Health Providers
Meridian Complete (MMAI)
Meridian Health Plan
Molina Dual Options
Molina Healthcare of Illinois
Molina Healthcare of Illinois, Inc Marketplace
MultiPlan
NorthShore Physician Associates, Inc
Northwest Community Health Partners
Northwest Suburban IPA
Physician Care Network
Preferred Plan (Healthsmart)
Progress Health
Pronger-Smith Medical Care
Silver Cross Managed Care Organization
Specialty Physicians of Illinois
Swedish Covenant Physician Partners
USA Managed Care Organization
Union Health Services
United Healthcare
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
University of Chicago Health Plans (Inactive)
University of Illinois at Chicago
WellCare Medicare Advantage
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
Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care
4.9
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.9
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.9
Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (risks, benefits, etc.)
4.9
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Feb 2024
Dr. Jagasia is a kind and caring doctor who listens to my concerns.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Feb 2024
He was excellent. He was very easy to talk to and listened. All doctors should be like him.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Feb 2024
Dr JAGASIA is an incredibly empathetic and thorough doctor. I wish I had a GP as good.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Feb 2024
Dr Jagasia is extremely patient and answers all questions and addresses every concern we may have.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jan 2024
Dr Jagasia is the most caring provider I've visited
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jan 2024
Dr. Jagasia was very attentive to my concerns and answered all of my questions clearly and thoroughly.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jan 2024
Excellent experience overall
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Dec 2023
Dr Jagasia was extremely kind and good at removing the wax from my ears!
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Dec 2023
Dr Jagasia is amazing!
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Dec 2023
Dr Jagasia was excellent: knowledgeable and caring that gave me the confidence to go forward with treatment
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Nov 2023
Dr. Jagasia is caring, competent, and efficient.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Oct 2023
I Experience excellent service my entire visit.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Oct 2023
Dr Jagasia is one of the best doctors I've ever seen. Can't say enough good things about him.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Oct 2023
Dr. Jagasia was wonderful, would highly recommend.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Sep 2023
I thought the doctor was great, very calm and reassuring.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Sep 2023
Dr. Jagasia is an outstanding physician as well as being compassionate. He truly is one of the very best I have ever met.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Sep 2023
Jagasia was very kind
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Sep 2023
Dr. Jagasia was excellent in answering my concerns, very professional and very respectful.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Aug 2023
Dr. Jagasia is a very caring and thoughtful professional. He listens closely and made sure he understood the reason for my visit. He answered all of my questions and concerns completely and provided logical and thorough explanations at every step of the evaluation and procedures he provided.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Aug 2023
Experience was good.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Aug 2023
Excellent care! Dr. Jagasian was very thorough, explained all procedures, diagnosis and follow up care. He is very empathetic and knowledgeable!
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jul 2023
Dr Jagasia provides excellent care. He is kind and knowledgeable. A great doctor.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jul 2023
Beyond happy with the doctor
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jul 2023
Dr. Jagasia appears to be very kind. He is very knowledgeable, and makes every effort to be helpful.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jul 2023
Dr. Jagasia is the best physician I have ever interacted with. He is kind, helpful and patient.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jun 2023
The doctor and the nurse explained everything I need to know for me. They did a very great job.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jun 2023
Great dr
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jun 2023
Excellent dr
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - Jun 2023
Dr Jagasia was very courteous, listened carefully to any question or comment I had during the visit, and was thorough In his explanations. I felt very well cared for.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - May 2023
Dr Jagasia truly cares about his patients. I have never known a doctor as good, sincere, and caring as he!
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - May 2023
Dr. J. listens and responds with concern and care.
5
A Patient at RUSH University Medical Center - May 2023
Dr Jagasia was terrific!