About Katherine Kopkash, MD
Katherine Kopkash, MD, a breast surgical oncologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in oncoplastic surgery to optimize both cancer outcomes and cosmetic results. She serves as director of oncoplastic breast surgery and is a clinical associate professor at the University of Chicago. Dr. Kopkash offers her patients clarity, compassion and personalized surgical plans that reflect their values and goals.
My endeavor
My endeavor is to improve breast cancer surgery so we not only have better oncologic outcomes, but also better quality of life and better cosmetic outcomes.
Care philosophy
I educate my patients about all of their treatment options and talk through each one. With that understanding, they can choose the path that works best for them.
Overview
- Gender Female
Conditions treated (3)
- Breast cancer
- High risk for breast cancer patients
- Benign breast disease
Procedures performed (6)
- Oncoplastic breast surgery
- Robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy
- Nipple-sparing mastectomies
- Sentinel lymph node biopsies
- Hidden scar approach breast conservation
- Image-localized excisional biopsies
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Endeavor Health Medical Group
2050 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 130 Glenview, IL 60026-1324 -
Endeavor Health Medical Group
2650 Ridge Ave., Suite 1155 Evanston, IL 60201-1718
Medical School
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2007Rush University School of Medicine
Residencies
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2012General SurgeryRush University Medical Center
Fellowships
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2013Breast SurgeryKeck School of Medicine of USC
Board certifications
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2012SurgeryAmerican Board of Surgery
Academic title
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Clinical Professor, The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Reviews (107)
June 25, 2026
Dr. Kopkash is the best. She is thorough, caring and professional. She makes you feel at ease.
June 19, 2026
Dr. Kopkash is one of the most amazing physicians I have ever had. I always feel like I have 100% of her attention during each visit and I greatly appreciate that.
June 5, 2026
Very good
May 30, 2026
Dr. Kopkash is very empathetic and knowledgeable. She listens to your concerns and makes you feel comfortable. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is struggling with breast cancer.
May 21, 2026
Dr. Kopcash is fantastic would highly recommend her.
May 14, 2026
Dr Kopkash is wonderful! She is extremely knowledgeable, explained everything very carefully and concisely, and gave me great confidence that I am in good hands.
May 14, 2026
Dr. Kopkash is a superb physician and surgeon with an exceptional bedside manner that always puts me at ease. I can talk with her about anything and know that she's going to listen with real compassion and kindness. She's also sensible and calm and gives me perspective and validation. Another outstanding member of an outstanding medical team I'm lucky to have.
May 14, 2026
Exceptional doctor and surgeon. I feel so lucky to have her for my doctor.
May 8, 2026
Excellent clinician. Careful, kind and compassionate. Listed to my concerns. I felt included in developing joint health plan.
May 8, 2026
Having had breast cancer in the past, the recent finding of LCIS cells in my remaining breast is concerning. I found this doctor to be very sympathetic and reassuring. During my visit she listened carefully to my concerns, discussed my current risk and options and answered my questions. I found her to be very personable as well. I would definitely recommend this doctor.
May 7, 2026
Dr is incredible! Very, very knowledgeable/competent, kind, caring, nurturing, and great communicator. I know I am in the best hands possible with this Dr.
May 5, 2026
The doctor and staff were awesome
April 24, 2026
Very caring and compassionate
April 23, 2026
Great doctor, kind, knowledgeable and patient.
April 23, 2026
Excellent doctor vi
April 21, 2026
Dr. Kopkash put me at ease during a very scary time. Her warmth and expertise make me feel like I'm in the most capable hands. Dr. Kopkash was the perfect balance of concise and thorough with her explanations. She explained the concepts without belaboring scientific Information that Is unfamiliar to me. She answered all of my questions and those of my friends who accompanied me to my visit. I walked out of my visit feeling as confident as I possibly could after learning that my cancer requires a mastectomy. I'm so grateful she is my doctor.
April 20, 2026
Dr Kopkash was so generous and caring when talking about hard things where there really are no right answers. I SO appreciated how she gave me as much context as possible and anticipated most of my questions.
April 15, 2026
Dr. Kopkash was great at listening to my concerns and taking her time at the appointment. I didn't feel rushed by her at all.
March 25, 2026
Very thoughtful and careful. Great care.
March 24, 2026
Dr. Kopkash will be performing my lumpectomy in a few weeks. After meeting with her, I feel optimistic about the procedure and my outcome. She took plenty of time to explain everything and answer my questions.
March 24, 2026
I felt I was in good hands immediately.
March 19, 2026
From walking in till walking out everyone was so kind and helpful .
March 14, 2026
Dr. Kopkash is a wonderful and caring physician...
March 10, 2026
Dr. Kopkash is excellent and always takes the time to answer any extra questions I have.
March 10, 2026
Impressed-kind, forthcoming, professional, thorough and willing to take time
March 5, 2026
Dr. Kopkash is amazing - my husband and I were both nervous, but she and her staff put us both at ease. All of our questions were answered, and her staff got to work scheduling additional appointments immediately.
March 5, 2026
Dr. Kopkash is a caring knowledgeable doctor
March 4, 2026
Dr. Kopkash is absolutely wonderful and puts you at ease.
February 25, 2026
She's very skilled
February 23, 2026
Dr. Kopkash is incredibly warm and welcoming. She goes out of her way to make you feel safe, supported, and truly heard. She is confident, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable in her field[…] I confidently ran back to Dr. Kopkash as my first choice. That says everything.
February 22, 2026
Doctor was very kindShe listened to my concerns never rushed meShe is a very caring Doctor which not all are nowadays
February 19, 2026
My Care Privider was very kind and Professional
February 17, 2026
Dr. Kopkash was wonderful. She has a very warm demeanor and is very knowledgeable.
February 13, 2026
So happy care provider treating an 85 year lady so kind
January 20, 2026
Dr Kopkash is very friendly and kind. I would highly recommend her.
January 16, 2026
Dr Kopkash is a wonderful physician!
January 15, 2026
Dr. Kopkash is a great listener, compassionate, attentive, communicates clearly-overall she's genuine & trustworthy. I would highly recommend!!
January 15, 2026
Very pleasant, understanding and knowledgeable
January 9, 2026
She was professional, compassionate and took time to speak to me and consider the whole picture of my health, not only her specialty. Everything was explained to me in a way I can fully understand. I feel confident with her plan of care and would recommend her.
January 6, 2026
Every aspect of my appointment was perfect and exceptional
January 6, 2026
Dr Kopkash was truly wonderful ! I felt very comfortable during appointment !
December 30, 2025
Very kind and caring
December 27, 2025
Dr Kopkash was excellent. Very approachable, provided the information I needed. Didn't feel rushed. Asked twice "are there any other questions I can answer for you" which I really appreciated.
December 22, 2025
Dr. Katherine Kopkash is a superstar. Kind, professional, a great listener, wise, informative, patient. I'm so grateful she's my doctor.
December 18, 2025
Great team that is super responsive.Provider is personable, invites questions, and responds thoughtfully
December 11, 2025
Doctor Kopkash is extremely caring and concerned about my condition physically and mentally. I never could have gotten through this past year without her.
December 11, 2025
Dr. Kopkash and staff are extremely kind and professional. You feel as though you're really being cared for by experts. The doctor is pleasant and very easy to talk to. She listens attentively and it's much appreciated!
December 7, 2025
Very Positive experience for the Surgery as well Oak Street very Positive experience unite together for one call
December 6, 2025
Thank you to Dr. Kopkash and the rest of the medical team for moving me along in quick manner so I could get back home. Drove through rain, snow and sleep but made it well before traffic. I am so grateful. Thank you for your kindness Dr. Kopkash and her entire team that worked together to make that possible.
December 6, 2025
Very caring and thorough.
November 20, 2025
Great
November 18, 2025
The staff did an excellent job help me with my appointment and explained everything that I needed to know as well my consultation was very helpful as well she explained everything to me thank you so much.
November 9, 2025
Dr Kopkash has provided professional and compassionate care during the five years I was diagnosed and then had surgery for breast cancer. She always had time to answer questions and to treat me with respect and kindness.
November 8, 2025
Dr Kopkash what's absolutely stunning! She's as beautiful inside as she is outside. Very down to earth. First time working with her, and I already trust her. I look forward to working with her in the future.
October 31, 2025
Dr Kopkash is outstanding..
October 30, 2025
Dr. Kopkash is always very kind, listens carefully, and answers questions with care.
October 29, 2025
EXCELLENT care would definitely recommend
October 24, 2025
Dr Kopkash gave me such peace. She made me feel important, heard and seen.
October 18, 2025
All was great very kind knowledgeable and professional. I'd recommend her to anyone
October 16, 2025
I have been a patient of Dr. Kopkash for about three years. She is flawless as a surgeon and as a person. She is very personable and kind. She cares very much about my well-being. I am very happy to be in her care.
October 14, 2025
Personal and professional
October 9, 2025
I'm very happy with the whole staff,and my Lady doctor
October 2, 2025
Excellent care.Dr Kopkash is fabulous.I feel very safe and well cared for with her and her staff.
October 2, 2025
Dr. Kopkash is friendly and professional.
October 1, 2025
She is amazing!
September 28, 2025
Dr Kopkash is friendly, compassionate, and thorough. She explains things completely without condescension. I am very grateful to her for overseeing my care.
September 23, 2025
Dr. Kopkash is excellent. She explains things clearly and thoroughly and is very warm.l and engaging.
September 20, 2025
Dr. Kopkash is beyond kind! Never feels like just a doctor visit. Thank you! Staff was friendly and welcoming.
September 13, 2025
Thanks to Dr. Kopkash, I am cancer free 5 years. She is an expert surgeon who knows how to treat women with respect and dignity. How fortunate I was to be on her care.
September 11, 2025
Dr. Kopkash was very kind, friendly, professional and forthcoming about information about my condition.
August 30, 2025
Dr Kopkash is one of the best. She has made my cancer journey more manageable. She has been understanding and sincere in all her medical advice.
August 29, 2025
Dr Kopkosh is an amazing professional. I left my appointment feeling reassured that I was getting the best care possible.
August 2, 2025
I thought Dr Kopcash was very patient and thorough.
August 2, 2025
Excellent service
July 22, 2025
She is amazing! She's caring, kind and I don't want to go to any doctor!
July 19, 2025
Put me at ease. I feel confident that I am receiving the best care possible. Dr. Was fully aware of my medical issues and confident in presenting the plan to address them. I felt much more in control of my health after talking to her.
July 15, 2025
Excellent doctor! She showed excellence in knowledge and behavior. I was able to get an appointment via the waiting list option. Love this feature!
June 19, 2025
She was amazing, didn't dismiss any of my concerns and made me feel confident with her decision for the next steps for care. She was referred to me and I have already spoken so highly of her and will refer her to everyone I know. Being heard and not dismissed is so important in healthcare, and the fact that she didn't rush out appointment was also very appreciated.
June 13, 2025
Dr.Kopkash was very nice and explained my condition to me in a simple straight forward manner that was easy to under stand. She too time and was very courteous.
June 6, 2025
Dr Kopkash is wonderful. She takes time to listen and then still asks if you have any questions.
June 1, 2025
No one wants to hear the "c word" but wow she was so caring and informative. She made a bad situation doable. Her staff is super helpful and works hard for the patient. I would recommend her percent of the time.
May 27, 2025
I felt heard by the doctor and she did a great job answering my questions.
May 17, 2025
I always feel very well taken care of by Dr Kopkash. She's kind, caring and answers excellent doctor and surgeon. She's always explains everything clearly and answers all of my questions. She never makes me feel rushed. I feel lucky to have her as my doctor.
April 26, 2025
Excellent doctor very caring
April 25, 2025
She is an amazing Dr. I would recommend her 100%
April 17, 2025
Dr. Kopkash is fantastic. Her expertise is terrific! So thankful to have her as my doctor!
April 17, 2025
Dr. Kopkash was incredible, she was very patient and compassionate when delivering her thoughts on my results. I feel very lucky to be in her team's care!
April 17, 2025
Listened to my concerns, explained things, made me feel at ease doing what she would recommend.
April 10, 2025
She was great. Very easy to understand. Explained everything thoroughly and in a way I could understand.
April 10, 2025
Dr. Kopkash is a caring thorough doctor. She puts her patients at ease. She calls instead of just emailing which is greatly appreciated.
April 8, 2025
I love her bedside manner
April 7, 2025
She is great
April 6, 2025
Best Surgeon, very informative, took the time to examine. Very professional
March 22, 2025
Took her time. Was very friendly. Answered questions.
March 20, 2025
Provider was amazing! She was everything I had heard she was. She was referred to me by a friend.
March 20, 2025
There is no doctor on planet earth better than Dr. Kopkash. She saved my life and I am eternally grateful.
March 14, 2025
Dr. Kopkash is remarkable-highly trained as surgeon and yet totally accessible and kind as a person. Her focus is on her patients. I feel completely comfortable asking her anything because she cares. Talking with her is like talking with a good friend. I owe her more than I can say.
March 14, 2025
Dr Kopkash is wonderful! She is so knowledgeable, professional and sensitive to the patients diagnosis!! She puts you at ease!
March 13, 2025
Luv Dr.Kopcash and tecs are great
March 8, 2025
Very good
March 4, 2025
Appreciate all the time she took to explain my options - I felt supported and cared for.
March 1, 2025
I was very satisfied with the visit
February 28, 2025
She spent an adequate amount of time with me and answered all my questions
February 27, 2025
Great team very professional
February 25, 2025
Very caring, respectful and attentive.
February 23, 2025
Very thorough, very compassionate and very clear in answering my questions
February 23, 2025
She was very kind and shared a lot of information with me.
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