About Alfonso Tafur, MD
Alfonso Tafur, MD, a cardiologist and director of vascular medicine services at Endeavor Health, specializes in managing blood clot disorders and vascular disease. He provides personalized, continuing care while leading research to improve treatment options for complex conditions. Dr. Tafur listens closely to understand each patient’s experience and works to guide them through every phase of their healthcare journey with compassion and precision.
My endeavor
My endeavor is to care for you beyond the disease alone.
Care philosophy
I listen to understand where patients are coming from. My goal is to offer healthcare that’s truly personalized by hearing the whole story, not just the symptoms.
Overview
- Gender Male
Conditions treated (19)
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
- Pulmonary embolism
- Thrombophilia
- Raynauds syndrome
- Vascular compression syndromes
- Fibromuscular dysplasia
- Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis
- Sneddon syndrome
- Thromboangiitis obliterans (buerger's disease)
- Livedoid vasculopathy
- Anti phospholipid syndrome
- Peri procedural anticoagulation management
- Cancer-associated thrombosis
- Heparin induced thrombocytopenia
- Post thrombotic syndrome
- Carotid ultrasound
- Peripheral artery disease
- Anticoagulation
Procedures performed (1)
- No advertisement of spider vein injection
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Endeavor Health Medical Group
9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 4900 Skokie, IL 60076-5080 -
Endeavor Health Medical Group
2650 Ridge Ave., Kellogg Cancer Center Evanston, IL 60201-1718
Medical School
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2003Universidad de Guayaquil
Residencies
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2009Internal MedicineMayo Clinic
Fellowships
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2010Vascular MedicineMayo Clinic
Board certifications
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2009Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
Academic title
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Clinical Professor, The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Reviews (187)
July 30, 2026
Grateful to Dr Tafur!
July 28, 2026
Excellent care from Dr. Tafur
July 28, 2026
Runs like clock work, rarely do I wait
July 23, 2026
Dr. Trafur is very kind soft spoken but definitely thorough. He is concerned about you as a person as well as healing you
July 23, 2026
Dr. Tafur demonstrates a remarkable awareness of the most current developments in his field.
July 22, 2026
Dr. Tafur and his staff are very thorough and put patients at ease
July 16, 2026
Have the most respect for Dr. Tafor snd his staff!
July 9, 2026
Very good care from entire staff
July 1, 2026
Obviously very knowledgeable about my type of blood flow condition and I am hopeful to see good results from the changes I am making.
June 28, 2026
Dr. Tafur is a perfect HCP, unfailingly knowledgeable, articulate, insightful, and caring. I rely on him to manage my chronic DVT and am fortunate to have him as my doctor.
June 27, 2026
Outstanding care provider. Knowledgeable and compassionate.
June 25, 2026
Listens quite intently to the patient while also encouraging questions. Dr has amazing knowledge directed to my diagnosis and is a brilliant patient educator.
June 18, 2026
I continue to be impressed with the high quality of care and attention that I receive.
June 17, 2026
Kept me informed of the status of my usdie.
June 16, 2026
Dr. Tafur is very cordial, extremely knowledgable, and caring doctor. He is very good at explaining the current situation and the steps going forward in understandable terms. I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Tafur.
June 14, 2026
Thorough analysis and great bedside manner.
June 13, 2026
Dr. Tafur is sharp and is responsive to questions about vascular health. I have appreciated having him apart of my journey and supporting me through vascular challenges.
June 11, 2026
Dr. Tafur is extremely intelligent and detailed and routinely on time! Thank you for your care!
June 11, 2026
Dr Tafur is excellent; explains well.
June 9, 2026
Professional and candid
June 6, 2026
Dr Tafur is the best most easy to talk to dr. He listens to my concerns and then changes or makes me understand why it is. I wish I could have him as my primary dr.
June 5, 2026
All the staff were very pleasant and Dr. Tafur took his time and explained everything about my condition and all the precautions I should take going forward
June 4, 2026
Dr Tafur is very thorough and kind. He explained everything with a calm and professional manner.
May 31, 2026
Explain everything to me clearly so I could understand.
May 27, 2026
Professional and pleasant.
May 24, 2026
I have full confidence in Dr. Tafur for my medical care.
May 23, 2026
Very clear and direct. Kind and focused. Asked me repeatedly if I had any questions
May 22, 2026
Dr. Tafur is an amazingly kind and caring physician. He focused on my issue and addressed my concerns,
May 22, 2026
I first visited the anticoagulation clinic for a blood test at 10:40, then an ultrasound at 11:00, then the 11:40 office visit with Dr. Tafur. ALL THREE appointments went smoothly. Personnel were attentive, pleasant, friendly, efficient and informative. The OV went well. I felt as though I was In good hands. Dr. Tafur reviewed the recent lab work, checked my legs, listened to my heart. We reviewed my medications and he suggested an OTC medication I should consider taking specifically for veins, provided me with several pages of information regarding blood clots, wearing my leg pressure garments as well as exercising my legs. Altogether it was a smooth and informative office visit. I was also able to make my next appointment right there -- no phone calls to make or waiting on the phone.
May 20, 2026
Office staff was very helpful, Dr Tafur is clear in his questions and thoughts and provided comments, directions and answers that were understandable and to the point.
May 15, 2026
Dr. Tafur is the best doctor I've ever had. Brilliant!
May 10, 2026
My entire experience with this department has been extremely good. Without exception, every person who worked with me was considerate and compassionate -- clearly caring for me as a person, not just as a heart problem. Thank you!
May 8, 2026
Very knowledgeable, explained everything
May 1, 2026
Dr is pleasant and knowledgeable and keeps you informed
April 27, 2026
I really appreciate being treated by a doctor instead of a "provider" and this man is a doctor!Keep it up.
April 27, 2026
It was an excellent experience. I felt listened to and left with a plan to try to figure out my physical problem.
April 26, 2026
Very grateful to Dr Tafur, he is extremely knowledgeable , attentive ! Very carefully monitors my problems and discuss every changes or test.
April 24, 2026
They were thorough and asked questions and took the time to try to understand the problem
April 23, 2026
Dr. Tafur is very kind, knowledgeable and efficient. He doesn't waste time, yet he will answer all your questions and make appropriate referrals.
April 21, 2026
Very nice man. Beautiful shoes.
April 19, 2026
DR. TAFUR is one of my most trusted and highly skilled physicians. He is exceptionally dedicated and remains accessible at all times, even via his personal email. His treatment philosophy goes beyond addressing routine pain-he is deeply committed to supporting his patients through even the most critical moments of their lives, always striving to preserve and protect their well-being.
April 18, 2026
The doctor was very clear and empathetic. I liked that he called for a sonogram and the staff got me in right away.
April 18, 2026
Everyone, from Dr through assisting professionals, to reception & scheduling staff were exemplary!
April 14, 2026
He is very thorough and very nice!!
April 13, 2026
Dr Tafur is always punctual. He is a kind and caring person with great diagnostic skills. I am a retired physician so I am critical of physicians.
April 12, 2026
Dr. Tafur is wise, caring and experienced. He is always on time. He is a great listener and focuses on my concerns. Dr. Tafur is always positive and sends me with off with clear instructions.
April 10, 2026
He was stiff and too professional
March 29, 2026
Dr Tafur is very thorough
March 27, 2026
Tried reaching back out to this doctor about a prescription they forgot to give me in office. (verified my pharmacy location in office) but printed a script instead. Never heard back from them. Called multiple times, sent msgs through the portal, nothing. Very careless on their end for a matter that was urgent of mines.
March 27, 2026
Very professional. Takes time to answer questions and concerns.
March 26, 2026
Very kind of doctor to text me in the evening after a MRV to let me know the results were "good news". I had an appointment with him in a few days and he could have chosen to wait til then but grateful he didn't. I know he's very busy.
March 20, 2026
Excellent and speaks in a language I understand.
March 20, 2026
All my providers are showing special care, consideration and respect towards me and my condition. Thank you all.
March 14, 2026
Very personable and knowledgeable
March 11, 2026
Dr Tafur is an outstanding doctor! I am grateful he is on staff and I am able to see him at Skokie ACC. He is serious about his patients and takes time to explain and answer my questions.
March 11, 2026
He took excellent care of me and took the time to talk with me about other things I am dealing with and how they affect my health.
March 5, 2026
I have a high level of appreciation for this doctor's knowledge and thoroughness.
March 4, 2026
Aside from the wait time in the ER (to be expected) my experience was good. I must've met 20 different doctors, but my cardiovascular doc is really great!
March 3, 2026
Very courteous staff and nice facility. Dr. Tafur is exceptional.
March 3, 2026
Helpful and friendly staff
February 25, 2026
Dr Tafur is outstanding. Takes his time to answer my many questions in a clear and concise manner.
February 22, 2026
Dr. Tafur, while technical, is very warm and friendly.
February 21, 2026
I am extremely luck to be in care of Doctor Tafur
February 20, 2026
Very professional, concerned and professional
February 19, 2026
Professional
February 18, 2026
I was early to my appointment but was taken in early. Almost left at the time of my appointment. I was given complete instructions and was asked if I had any questions. The next appointment was made for my return visit as I left the exam room.
February 18, 2026
Dr Tafur was SO nice. He took extra care to explain any concerns and gave me ample time to ask questions. I was extremely impressed with his ability to "translate" medical advice.
February 13, 2026
Dr Tafur is thorough, articulate and provides the best possible care !
February 13, 2026
We started on time. I wasn't rushed through the visit. Clear information about next steps. Better progress.
February 7, 2026
Dr. Tafur is thorough, patient and easy to talk to. I never feel rushed though I know these guys have a hectic schedule.
February 6, 2026
Excellent and efficient Appointment. All questions answered and followed up on. Very professional.
February 4, 2026
I have been seeing him since 2020 and he is Superman ! He is the most thorough and trustworthy beautiful soul and gentleman of a doctor! Thank you for your care and expertise..
February 3, 2026
Dr Tafur is amazing. He is very thorough with his diagnosis and addresses my questions/concerns. He also ensures if I need to see another doctor for an issue that he messages that team for follow up with me versus me having to call around. Dr Tafur is outstanding in his field and no matter what the ailment, he makes sure it is addressed and cared for.
February 3, 2026
Dr Tafur is very short on communication even when I asked him a couple questions he was so brief,I wouldn't like to see him again.
February 3, 2026
A very positive experience.
January 31, 2026
Dr. Tafur is always kind, patient and interested in what I have to say. His exam is thorough and he keeps me updated on potential new treatments.
January 30, 2026
There was a mix-up in appointment for testing that was to be performed prior to dr appointment. Everyone worked to make sure testing and appointment were able to be performed during my visit. I appreciate their accommodation.
January 28, 2026
I appreciated that he listened to me.
January 28, 2026
The time spent with the doctor as well as his young fellowship assistant was very informative and very thorough. I'm glad this doctor was the one available
January 21, 2026
Dr Tafur was very thorough and answered all my questions.
January 20, 2026
I'm so thankful for my care provider! Not just for keeping me alive, but for having such a wonderful team and being so great at explaining everything!!
January 20, 2026
I feel so comfortable going in to see my Doctors. I know I'm getting someone who is a professional and knowledgeable in their field. Thank you., For making me feel so comfortable in your care.
January 20, 2026
Outstanding, highly knowledgeable, and caring.
January 18, 2026
Dr. Tafur is an exceptional physician. He is very knowledgable, committed to staying on top of his field, and goes the extra mile to make sure his patients have the best chance of better health.
January 17, 2026
Very detailed informing me about my health
January 13, 2026
Dr. Tafur is great in regards to explaining things that you can understand. Terrific doctor!
January 12, 2026
It was my first time seeing this doctor. He was very clear about my care and repeated asked if I needed clarification about his recommendations. In addition he was very punctual. I didn't wait even one minute for him to see me.
January 11, 2026
Knowledgeable and professional.
January 3, 2026
Very professional
December 23, 2025
Dr:TAFUR and his staff have been wonderful,very helpful and professional.
December 20, 2025
Dr. Tafur is incredibly professional and is really helpful.
December 18, 2025
Very good communicator
December 16, 2025
Dr. Tafur doesn't rush through the appointment. He takes time to explain everything.
December 15, 2025
Dr. Tafur and his staff were very knowledgeable and dedicated--from the actual exam to the wrapping of my leg.
December 12, 2025
Everything went well
December 8, 2025
Dr. Tafur is extremely knowledgeable and he listens to my concerns. I would highly recommend him.
December 8, 2025
Dr. Tafur was very pleasant, thorough and responsive to all of my questions. He instilled a sense of confidence in the success of my follow-up care.
December 7, 2025
Dr. Tafur makes the information he shares feel accessible and understandable, and he doesn't make the appointment feel rushed.
December 6, 2025
Dr. Tafur and his staff are awesome. I am extremely confident that I am getting the best care available for medical issues
December 5, 2025
Dr. Tafur was very easy to talk to.He communicated all the important factors in order to stay healthy.He motivated me to live as healthy lifestyle as possible. Highly recommended.
December 5, 2025
Doctor showed more empathy and was pleasant at this appointment. Prescribed medications for the first time.
December 5, 2025
Dr Tafur is an outstanding physicianexceptional diagnostic and clinical abilities combined with a compassionate bedside manner.
December 4, 2025
Dr. Tafur is is fantastic. He answered all my questions. He is very serious and thorough, I even got him to smile a couple of times. My wife and I think highly of Dr. Tafur
December 2, 2025
Thoughtful, careful, and fully explained the situation and the plan.
December 2, 2025
I was referred in May. Had an appointment in September and ended up in the emergency room. This was the earliest reschedule. The wait time is long to see the doctor. I was offered to see an associate to get in earlier to be fair. However, this doctor was recommended by three different people, and he was worth the wait. I have no complaints. He was amazing. He explained things very simply for me. He took his time. He was not looking at his watch the whole time I was with him. He let me ask questions. His staff was very professional. The wait time from checking in to going into a room was so quick I was amazed . I Would higher recommend Dr.
December 1, 2025
Friendly and helpful, fast service
November 29, 2025
Good
November 23, 2025
Dr Tafur is great. He really listens well and explains everything I ask about.
November 13, 2025
Dr.was very informative and helpful.
November 11, 2025
Doctor Tafur was very helpful in explaining my condition and the Importance of awareness of the symptoms critical to my health. All my questions were answered and I felt well Informed and cared for during the visit.
November 8, 2025
Excellent care provider. Research and clinically oriented. Always addresses all of my questions.
November 7, 2025
Care provider is always courteous, professional, extremely knowledgeable, provides answers to patients with questions asked, and is a good listener.
November 6, 2025
Very professional and listened to my issues.
November 6, 2025
One of the best of all the doctors in my rotation
October 30, 2025
Dr. Tafur is one of my most favorite physicians. His treatment strategies for me have worked wonders.
October 28, 2025
Dr. Tafur is the best! He has kept up with me and my health issues since he was called in as a specialist 4 years ago, and adapted his care and recommendations each step of the way.
October 28, 2025
Very good doctor, knowledgeable!!! Explains if you are not clear on subject !
October 27, 2025
Excellent doctor. Very punctual. Took time to answer questions.
October 19, 2025
Top-notch, knows state of the art and knew my history before meeting me, quickly assessed my issues, provided clear and comprehensive answers to my questions and recommended next steps to take with appropriate members of his team
October 15, 2025
Dr Tafur excellent.
October 12, 2025
Great communicator!! Great doctor!!
October 10, 2025
He was very kind and respectful. He had a lot of patience and spent a good amount of time with me and explaining everything very well and helping me understand why I was there and what was going to be the purpose of my visit and to the blood work that had to be done.
October 4, 2025
This Doc, is one of your best. He and his staff should give classes on how to work with us .They are the best.
October 1, 2025
The BEST
September 30, 2025
As far as I Say about the doctor, he was very professional and he has a treatment plan that I like
September 25, 2025
Dr. Tafur is an excellent care provider. He is very warm, friendly, caring and extremely knowledgeable. Takes the time to talk to you and explain everything. I would highly recommend him.
September 22, 2025
Good care
September 22, 2025
This was my first visit with Dr. Tafur and I found him to be very thorough and knowledgeable, sharing any insights he had about my conditions. He also listened attentively to my concerns, and answered all of my questions. If I didn't understand something, he was very willing to explain it to my satisfaction.
September 19, 2025
Dr Tafur is an outstanding doctor. He is exceptional in his clinical capacity and has a helpful and supportive disposition.
September 19, 2025
Brilliant and caring
September 16, 2025
Provider provided opportunity to ask questions and answered them .He also addressed concerns and discussed different options for treatment.
September 15, 2025
He explained very well my condition and possible causes and treatment
September 14, 2025
Did a fantastic thorough job!
September 10, 2025
Thank you to Dr Tafur and to the staff there in Gurnee. We have never been to that office and they were so friendly, helpful, and professional.
September 10, 2025
Dr Tafur is compassionate, knowledgeable doctor He has provided wonderful information regarding blood clots ! Am so grateful he has been my doctor for a number of years ! Thank you Dr Tafur !
September 9, 2025
Dr Tafur is very courteous, kind, very informative and explains all questions in detail.
September 9, 2025
Dr Tafur is an outstanding physician
September 8, 2025
Excellent physician. Thorough, informative, and very kind.
September 6, 2025
On time and always inforamtive
September 6, 2025
Very nice Dr and explained everything well.
September 4, 2025
The best
September 4, 2025
Great
August 28, 2025
The most thorough, investigative, procedural and logical health care provider I have encountered.
August 26, 2025
Dr. Tafur is so thorough and methodical-you can tell he really takes patient treatment and outcomes seriously, and I appreciate this because it gives me confidence that I can trust his recommendations for my care.
August 26, 2025
Thank to everyone for my excellent care!
August 24, 2025
Dr Tafur is the greatest. He is timely and thorough
August 23, 2025
This is the first time I've met him, and he was very well spoken and knowledgeable.
August 3, 2025
Nice person very well informed
July 27, 2025
Thank you. Grateful.
July 26, 2025
I have been a patient of Dr. Tafur's for a number of years and am very confident I am receiving the best of care.
July 26, 2025
Dr Tafur is extremely knowledgeable, patient, listens, and covers all the bases.
July 25, 2025
Dr Tafur was aware of my complex case before I had arrived to my appointment. He was extremely thorough in reviewing my case, both before & while I was there. He provided excellent information, explained the next steps of treatment plan & answered all the questions that I had. I would absolutely recommend him.
July 25, 2025
Very considerate.
July 19, 2025
Dr Tafur is excellent. Very knowledgeable, professional and personable.
July 17, 2025
Was great everyone is so helpful and accommodating
July 11, 2025
First, when I explained my symptoms, I got a same day appointment. Dr. Tafur listened and ordered an ultrasound which was done at the lab in his office. Dr. Tafur waited for the results and personally read them. We discussed an action plan. There is no way I could ask for more. I'm very hopeful.
July 11, 2025
My careprovider was very professional, and informative.
July 10, 2025
I was treated very well by the friendly staff. Dr. Tafur was very thorough and answered all my questions. He was informative about my condition and gave me instructions and made sure I understood everything.
July 4, 2025
I was treated very well very professional,
June 21, 2025
Thanks
June 20, 2025
Dr.Tafur is excellent, a pioneer with his blood disorder research publishing, and a heck of a good guy! Grateful to have him as part of my care team!
June 20, 2025
Very nice doctor.
June 16, 2025
Dr Tafur is very knowledgeable and helped me understand why I'm taking Warfarin.
June 13, 2025
Dr Tafur is awesome and so kind
June 13, 2025
I enjoyed his straight forwardness and appreciated how he explained everything.
June 12, 2025
Dr. Tafur is amazing. So thorough really cares about you. I am happy to have had him assigned to me.
June 11, 2025
Professional and inclusive.
June 11, 2025
Both Dr.s that I met with were very detailed and professional explaining my condition They listened and answered my questions.
June 9, 2025
Everyone was very caring and considerate.
June 8, 2025
This was my first meeting with Dr.Tafur .He was extremely nice and very knowledgeable. He spent enough time to study my case and provided me useful information on how to take care of myself
June 7, 2025
Dr. Tafur takes the time to fully answer all of the questions I brought into the room
May 22, 2025
Dr. Tafur is great. I like how he talked to me! He has a great bedside manner!
May 18, 2025
Dr. Tafur is excellent. His schedule is difficult to work with if you are a person who works.
May 16, 2025
Dr Tafur is not only an amazing physician, he is an amazing human being. He truly cares about his patients, their health, and their well-being. He wants to make sure that you understand your diagnosis, and your treatment. He is willing to do what it takes to make sure you are as well informed as possible. I will be with him until the day he retires, and then I would like him to stay!
May 15, 2025
Dr Tufor very professional and a good person
May 13, 2025
Dr. Tafur is brilliant, caring, thorough, and thoughtful in his diagnosis and treatment plan.
May 2, 2025
Dr. Tafur is fantastic. He listens, answers all questions with patience and kindness. He is very thorough.
May 2, 2025
He's great at vascular care.
April 28, 2025
Although I really like my Dr. He was kind of short this day. I was 11 mins late, but waited 40 mins to be seen. I called in advance to let staff know. On my last visit Dr. Tafar was 40 mins late, past my appointment time to see me and I was about 10 mins early. I think it is a very bad practice to punish the patient for being late but Dr's can run late whenever they want. A little leniency both ways would be more fair. I felt uncared for.
April 27, 2025
Dr. Tafur is the very best!
April 17, 2025
Extremely knowledgeable and professional
April 8, 2025
They've been very cordial A+ to service
April 4, 2025
Dr Tafur listened to me and explained the information he was giving me
April 3, 2025
Dr Tafur is exceptional. Caring, kind, thorough and informative. His commitment to his patients is honestly inspiring and I am VERY grateful he's my doctor. You are losing young great doctors like Dr Tafur to concierge medicine. I asked Dr Tafur about that and he said he'd view that as unfair to his patients who can't afford that. I thought he was a fantastic doctor before hearing that. Now I'm never going to see anyone else. Please treat him well, he's a star!
March 29, 2025
I was very impressed with Dr Tafur's examination and explanation of what he suspects is my medical issue and the tests and therapy going forward to address my problems.
March 26, 2025
Professional, knowledgeable, and Informative. Made me feel like I'm in great hands. Thank you!
March 15, 2025
Dr. Tafur is excellent. He answered questions in language I understood
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