Expertise in
5
conditions

Dr. Sawsan M. Awad

Pediatric Cardiology
1653 W Congress Pkwy, Ste 654-Pav, 
Chicago, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
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Expertise in
5
conditions
1653 W Congress Pkwy, Ste 654-Pav, 
Chicago, IL 

Overview

Sawsan M. Awad, MD, MS, is an independent pediatric cardiologist at Ascension Illinois in Chicago, Illinois. She has the expertise to diagnose, treat and manage even the most complex heart conditions in infants and children and has a clinical interest in care for congenital heart disease.

Dr. Awad is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Ventricular Septal Defects, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), and Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).

Dr. Awad is board certified in The American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics and The American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatric Cardiology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Awad is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pediatric Cardiology

Licenses

Pediatric Cardiology in IL

Board Certifications

The American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics
The American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatric Cardiology

Fellowships

Cairo University Children's Hospital
The University of Chicago - Pritzker School of Medicine
University of Cairo Children Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago
Rush University Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
Arabic

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Rush Center for Congenital Heart Disease
1653 W Congress Pkwy, Ste 654-Pav, Chicago, IL 60612

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Clinical Trials

Surveillance and Treatment to Prevent Fetal Atrioventricular Block Likely to Occur Quickly (STOP BLOQ)
Surveillance and Treatment to Prevent Fetal Atrioventricular Block Likely to Occur Quickly (STOP BLOQ)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 25, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Dexamethasone, IVIG
Study Phase: Phase 3

26 Total Publications

Late Presentation and Surgical Repair of Traumatic Ventricular Septal Defect Caused by an Old Gunshot Wound.
Late Presentation and Surgical Repair of Traumatic Ventricular Septal Defect Caused by an Old Gunshot Wound.
Journal: JACC. Case reports
Published: October 03, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sawsan M. Awad

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Is Dr. Sawsan M. Awad a top-rated expert for Patent Ductus Arteriosus?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sawsan M. Awad is classified as an Advanced expert for Patent Ductus Arteriosus, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Sawsan M. Awad specialize in?

While Dr. Sawsan M. Awad is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Ventricular Septal Defects, and Atrial Septal Defect (ASD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.

Does Dr. Sawsan M. Awad participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Sawsan M. Awad has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Patent Ductus Arteriosus. You can view a list of Dr. Sawsan M. Awad's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Sawsan M. Awad accept my insurance?

Dr. Sawsan M. Awad accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and CareFirst. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-942-7496 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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