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Chicago Magazine Names 10 Affiliated Oncologists Physicians to 2025 Top Doctors List

CHICAGO RIDGE, IL (January 28, 2025) – We are delighted to announce that 10 of our esteemed Medical Oncologists have been recognized in Chicago Magazine's prestigious 2025 list of Top Doctors in Cook County. This esteemed acknowledgment underscores their exceptional contributions to the field of oncology and their unwavering dedication to patient care.

The selection process for this honor is conducted by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., a trusted authority in identifying top medical professionals. It involves a rigorous process of peer nominations, thorough evaluations of educational backgrounds, and assessments of professional experiences. Being named among the Top Doctors is a testament to the outstanding skill and commitment of our medical team.

The complete list of honorees is featured in the January 2025 issue of Chicago Magazine and is also available here. This recognition highlights the remarkable talent and dedication of our oncology team, who are committed to delivering the highest standard of care to our patients.

"We are incredibly proud of our oncologists for this well-deserved recognition," said Amar Hamad, MD, President at Affiliated Oncologists. "Their commitment to excellence and compassionate care makes a significant impact on the lives of our patients and the community."

Join us in celebrating the achievements of our outstanding oncologists and their continued pursuit of excellence in medical oncology. Congratulations to all the honorees for their exceptional contributions to healthcare and patient well-being.

The Affiliated Oncologists physicians named in the 2025 Top Doctors list are:

Ghassan Zalzaleh, MD, Medical Oncology

Bassem T. Chaar, MD, Medical Oncology

M. Mufaddal Hamadeh, MD, Medical Oncology

Jayanthi Ramadurai, MD, Medical Oncology

Shaina Rozell, MD, Medical Oncology

Ronald Myint, MD, Medical Oncology

H. Jason Kang, MD, Radiation Oncology

Faisal Vali, MD, Radiation Oncology

Paul D. Crossan, MD, Radiation Oncology

Harsha Varadhi, MD, Radiation Oncology

For more information about our oncology services and to view the full list of recognized doctors, please visit AOCancer.com.

About Affiliated Oncologists

For 50 years, we have been at the leading-edge of cancer care. When you are a patient at Affiliated Oncologists, you can expect innovative cancer care tailored to you using the latest treatments and technologies available, including clinical trials. Our cancer centers specialize in medical oncology, hematology, gynecologic oncology, radiation oncology and bone marrow transplants.

Affiliated Oncologists is rooted in the community and available in the South Chicago suburbs. We are available to provide care, resources and support for you and your family close to home.

Affiliated Oncologists is a practice in The US Oncology Network (The Network). This collaboration unites the practice with more than 2,600 independent providers dedicated to delivering value-based, integrated care to patients — close to home. Through The Network, independent doctors come together to form a community of shared expertise and resources dedicated to advancing local cancer care and to delivering better patient outcomes. The Network is supported by McKesson Corporation, whose coordinated resources and infrastructure allow doctors in The Network to focus on the health of their patients, while McKesson focuses on the health of their practices.

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