About Bruce Brockstein, MD
Bruce Brockstein, MD, a medical oncologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in treating head and neck cancers, soft tissue and bone sarcomas, and melanoma. He also serves as medical director of the Kellogg Cancer Centers at Evanston, Highland Park and Swedish Hospitals, and as division head of hematology and oncology. With nearly 30 years of experience, Dr. Brockstein is committed to patient-centered care and expanding access to comprehensive cancer services within the health system.
My endeavor
My endeavor is to treat each patient as if they were my own family member. That’s the lens through which I see each patient and how I guide shared decision-making.
Care philosophy
I treat patients the same way I would want my family treated—getting to know them, earning their trust and helping them make informed decisions that reflect their values and needs.
Overview
- Gender Male
Conditions treated (25)
- Head and neck cancer
- Base of tongue cancer
- Thyroid cancer
- Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
- Ewing's sarcoma
- Chondrosarcoma
- Uterine sarcoma
- Oral cavity cancer
- Oropharynx cancer
- Tongue cancer
- Tonsil cancer
- Nasopharynx cancer
- Trachea cancer
- Sinus cancer
- Hypopharynx cancer
- Larynx cancer
- Salivary gland cancer
- Parotid cancer
- Head cancer
- Skin cancer
- Melanoma
- Basal cell cancer (BCC)
- Merkel cell cancer
- Squamos cell cancer (SCC) of skin
Endeavor Health Medical Group
2650 Ridge Ave., Kellogg Cancer Center
Evanston, IL 60201-1718
Evanston, IL 60201-1718
Endeavor Health Medical Group
757 Park Ave. West, Kellogg Cancer Center
Highland Park, IL 60035-2556
Highland Park, IL 60035-2556
Endeavor Health Medical Group
2180 Pfingsten Rd., Kellogg Cancer Center
Glenview, IL 60026-1339
Glenview, IL 60026-1339
Medical School
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1990Medical EducationUniversity of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Residencies
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1993Internal MedicineUniversity of Pennsylvania Hospital
Fellowships
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1996Hematology/OncologyUniversity of Chicago
Board certifications
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1995Medical OncologyAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
Reviews (88)
January 29, 2026
All people were very kind.
January 28, 2026
I'm always so amazed by the kindness and ability to listen and comfort. Dr. Brockstein is truly a gem. I've also never had a CT scan experience better than the one I recently had at Northshore. From the desk staff to the techs that took me back for the imaging, everyone was incredible. This is how healthCARE should be, and I wish it was the case everywhere.
January 21, 2026
Outstanding provider and staff! Exemplary!
January 15, 2026
Dr Brockstein is the very best doctor...engaged, thoughtful, knowledgeable and truly empathetic.
January 15, 2026
Bruce Brockstein rocks. I feel very fortunate to have him on my team
January 10, 2026
Very informative & compassionate to my needs.
December 19, 2025
Dr Earl Brockstein is an excellent oncologist as well an excellent human being.
December 18, 2025
I appreciate his clear communication regarding both my medical condition and modalities of testing and treatment.
December 8, 2025
Dr. Brockstein and [...] are excellent and the real plus is that Dr. Brockstein is well versed in my medical issues and ALWAYS reviews my medical history as well as my test results and offers excellent options on my health status. He offers me real confidence in Endeavor Health services.
December 4, 2025
Dr. Brockstein was professional, a good listener, and was very efficient in explaining the immunotherapy process that he recommended to treat my cancer.
December 4, 2025
Patient in providing detailed information and answering questions.
November 29, 2025
Gives good explanations of test results
November 27, 2025
Very detailed oriented and explained everything. I felt important.
November 20, 2025
The doctor has been working with me for over three years. He's helped me through a serious cancer that required surgeries, scans, reconstructive surgeries and constant evaluation. He's been exceptional in every step he's taken to help in my recovery. He's caring, funny, sincere and reassuring during my most difficult time. I would rank him and his team among the best medical professionals I've had the pleasure to be associated with over the decades.
November 18, 2025
Dr. Bruce Brockstein is the best. He has a kindly and understanding mannerism and he is both knowledgeable and professional.
November 14, 2025
I respect Dr. Brockstein very much.
November 13, 2025
Dr. Brockstein was 100% one of the best physicians I have EVER seen. Knowledgeable, professional, courteous, timely, practical. Just SUPERIOR in all respects.
October 22, 2025
Great service.
October 21, 2025
Dr Brockstein is an absolutely AMAZING Dr. Goes w/out saying that he's literally a life saver. Other than that impact on my life, Dr B is attentive, patient, thorough, engaging and so down to earth he's just a joy to speak to. I always look forward to my bi-annual checkups. I was incredibly lucky to get him as my Oncologist.
October 17, 2025
He's the best. He helped save my life.
October 16, 2025
Dr Brockstein saved my life. I can't thank him enough. The entire Oncology team kept me going even when I didn't think I could finish my treatment. I owe them so much.
October 14, 2025
Dr.explained everything with clarity.and answered all of my questions and concerns
October 10, 2025
Dr. Brockstein is a very kind and caring doctor. He answered all my questions and did not rush the visit.
October 2, 2025
Wonderful human being, besides being an excellent oncologist.
September 28, 2025
Dr. Brockstein has been taken care of me for years. He has been very influential in keeping me with the willl not to give up.He has turned into a friend I can count on and giving me the best advise available.
September 22, 2025
Bruce Brockstein, MD is ideal. He covers everything thoroughly and explains the results to me and discusses next steps. He even sent me a text after my scan letting me know it looked great. He also asks if I have any other health questions, not limiting me to just the test results. His assistants are also great. Perhaps he's the best doctor ever.
September 20, 2025
Dr. Brockstein displays a genuine care and concern about my condition. He is thorough in his examinations and carefully reviews lab and other test reports.When he meets with me, he focuses on relevant information and prioritizes steps in the planning of my care. I have been under his care for several years now, and I feel confident in his understanding and approach to my treatment.
September 19, 2025
None better for the about twenty years I've known him
September 17, 2025
Dr. Brockstein is a wonderful Doctor, very thorough,supportive, analytical, honest, experienced. Top notch.
September 13, 2025
Excellent care and communication.
September 9, 2025
Excellent care
September 7, 2025
Highly knowledgeable and professional! Definitely on top of his proffesion and exceptional with explaining things. Really cares about his patients.
September 1, 2025
Very knowledgeable and excellent communicator.
September 1, 2025
Dr. Brockstein saved my life. He continues to be every bit as excellent 15 years later. A wonderful doctor and a wonderful man.
August 22, 2025
I got the best service
August 19, 2025
I feel very confident I'm in the best possible care with Dr. Brockstein.
August 12, 2025
Dr Brockstein is a great doctor that cares about his patients
August 9, 2025
Dr Brockstein is wonderful and very skilled.
August 2, 2025
Very thorough and detailed in the discussion and examination.Excellent communication skills.
July 22, 2025
Very professional courteous and kind
July 19, 2025
I was very impressed with his thoroughness, something I have been lacking in my health care recently.
July 16, 2025
I was treated with all due respect. My care provider manifested expertise.
July 5, 2025
Excellent visit
July 4, 2025
Dr Brockstein was a few minutes late, and I suspected because he took his time with patients before me, listened to them, answered all their questions and was confident and competent..I was 1000% correct and a free my visit was happy he was a few minutes behind Cancer doesn't discriminate and the news and protocol can be overwhelming, Dr Brocksrein and team seemed to understand that and it showed.
June 26, 2025
Fantastic communicator, extremely committed to patient care, fully transparent.
June 12, 2025
Dr. Bruce Earl Brockstein in my opinion, saved my life with his prescriptions and treatment back in 2008. I am thankful that I am continuing in my present health condition and plan a return visit in six months.
June 10, 2025
Dr. Brockstein was amazing in coordinating my sarcoma scans and Care. He listened to me and spent time answering my questions and collaborating on acceptable treatment plans. I Am eternally grateful one to be here and to to have been able to receive treatment and care from Dr. Brockstein and his team
June 6, 2025
Everyone has really been fantastic. I really appreciate the entire staff. They really care for their patients. Thanks
May 25, 2025
Dr Brokstein is no 1
May 23, 2025
Exceptional professional friendly doctor and team
May 23, 2025
DR.Brockstein is very good at his work professional and kind. I call him my "Angel" He saved my life.
May 20, 2025
VERY INFORMATIVE!!! I'm glad I went in for a follow up.
May 20, 2025
Bruce Brockstein and his staff are kind and considerate and professional. I have a lot of confidence in Bruce Brockstein.
May 20, 2025
Always takes the time to listen and answer all questions.
May 17, 2025
I was treated with kindness by personable people.
May 13, 2025
Superb doctor and practice group.
May 13, 2025
Explained thoroughly my condition, and options for treatment. Pros and cons.
May 4, 2025
Dr. Brockstein saved my life, I love him.
April 25, 2025
Dr Brockstein is the best doctor I've ever had, and I've had several dozen.
April 21, 2025
Dr Brockstein is very kind and informative. He answers all my questions in a manner that is understandable. I trust him completely.
April 12, 2025
Dr. B is the best, he always has time for me and has added years to my life.
April 11, 2025
I have complete faith in Dr. Brockstien and his team.
April 5, 2025
My doctor and the staff are very reliable and supportive. I am very greatful to have Dr. Brockstein and the team assisting me with my current conditions. All I can say is thank you Endeavor Health.
April 2, 2025
Dr. Brockstein and his staff are Very Professional, Experienced, Attentive, Informative, and Caring. Dr. Brockstein always immediately responds during office hours, after office hours, and on weekends to messages forwarded in the Patient Portal.
March 31, 2025
I have been a patient of Northshore since 2011. I am totally satisfied with all my visits.
March 27, 2025
There is simply not a more caring or collaborative physician than Bruce Brockstein. I am very fortunate to have him on my team !
March 20, 2025
Gracias
March 19, 2025
Dr Brochstein is a superb doctor, and his colleges are also excellent. My rating fot all of them is top notch. There were no delays to rate.
March 19, 2025
Dr. Brockstein was informed, compassionate and thorough. I felt seen and well taken care of.
March 6, 2025
Dr Brockstein was patient, thorough, and incisive. I appreciated the time that he took to answer my questions deeply and honestly. He also reached out the next day with a follow-up message.
March 4, 2025
Very good
March 1, 2025
In dealing with nursing and tech staff, they have exceeded expectations in every encounter I have had.
February 23, 2025
As always everything was good.
February 17, 2025
He is professional, knowledgeable, a good listener and kind.
February 13, 2025
Dr Brockstein is very knowledgeable
February 11, 2025
Dr. Brockstein seemed very kind, caring and compassionate especially considering the the seriousness of the potential diagnosis.
February 11, 2025
Very kind & knowledgeable
February 6, 2025
Each person I've come in contact with have been wonderful. So Glad I started going to the Kellogg Cancer Center In Evanston.
February 2, 2025
Dr Brockstein runs a top notch clinic
January 28, 2025
Dr Brockstein is the best doctor I've had for any condition.
January 27, 2025
I could not ask for a more professional, patient, caring and kind doctor.
January 24, 2025
Dr.Brockstein is very empathetic and easy to talk with.
January 22, 2025
Caring professionals who have been with me through a scary experience. Always on top of my case
January 20, 2025
Feel he's the best there is!
January 18, 2025
Very caring and thorough
January 18, 2025
Great group of professionals
January 9, 2025
Everyone in the oncology group was direct and very understanding in explaining my condition and potential treatment. When I left I felt calmed and trusting. Outstanding dialogue and factual exchange. All of my concerns were allayed.
January 9, 2025
Extremely responsive and provides detailed explanations that I can understand.
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