About Nawaid Shakir, MD

Nawaid M. Shakir, MD, a pulmonologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in pulmonary disease and sleep medicine. With extensive experience, he evaluates and manages chronic lung conditions and sleep disorders, helping patients breathe easier and improve overall quality of life.

Overview

  • Gender Male

Clinical focus

  • Pulmonology
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Critical Care Medicine

Procedures performed

  • Bronchoscopy
  • Thoracentesis
  • Chest tube placement
  • Pulmonary Function Testing
  • Sleep studies
  • Oxygen titration test
  • Overnight oximetry
  • High altitude simulation test

Conditions treated

  • Asthma
  • Sleep-related breathing disorders (including obstructive sleep apnea)
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Including emphysema
  • Pulmonary fibrosis
  • Lung nodules
  • Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Chronic bronchitis & recurrent pneumonia
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Tuberculosis
Endeavor Health Medical Group
1614 W. Central Ave., Suite 105
Arlington Heights, IL 60005-2452
Endeavor Health Medical Group
2151 Waukegan Rd., Suite 120
Bannockburn, IL 60015-1838
Endeavor Health Medical Group
9977 Woods Dr., Suite 100
Skokie, IL 60077-1057
Endeavor Health Medical Group
2751 W. Winona St., Room A017
Chicago, IL 60625-2508
Endeavor Health Medical Group
519 S. Roselle Rd., 2nd Floor - Pulmonary
Schaumburg, IL 60193-2925
Medical School
  • 2001
    St. George's University
Residencies
  • 2005
    Internal Medicine
    Mercy Hospital and Medical Center
Fellowships
  • 2008
    Pulmonary/Critical Care
    Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra Northwell
Board certifications
  • 2007
    Pulmonary Disease
    American Board of Internal Medicine
  • 2008
    Critical Care Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine
  • 2011
    Sleep Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine
Reviews (81)
December 26, 2025
Explainations were very helpful
December 16, 2025
Always pleasant and friendly staffit m as Les a difference.
December 13, 2025
No delay for my scheduled testStaff pleasant
No rating
December 11, 2025
Excellent service
December 11, 2025
Overall a very pleasant experience .
December 10, 2025
Always very polite and trustworthy and explain things clearly
December 9, 2025
The whole team is outstanding!
December 7, 2025
Very good service.
November 22, 2025
So far so good
November 22, 2025
Dr. Shakir has been my COPD for the past 9 years. He is wonderful. I recommend Endeavor and Dr. Shakir
November 17, 2025
Dr Shakir is awesome. Very respectful, he listens to your concerns. Their staff is very friendly.
November 16, 2025
All went OK
November 15, 2025
I was very impressed with Dr Shikir. This was my first visit and I felt he answered all my questions and gave me great recommendations. He has a great bedside manner and is a great listener ..
November 14, 2025
Very personable, listens to me and answers my questions.
November 13, 2025
Wonderful nurse and procider
November 8, 2025
Nice
November 8, 2025
Good
November 2, 2025
Very knowledgeable
November 2, 2025
Dr. Shakir is very knowledgeable and cares about his patients.
October 30, 2025
Everyone was exceptionally nice.
October 20, 2025
Shakir rocks!
October 20, 2025
Doctor does not rush you. Takes time to explain things and answers all your questions
October 18, 2025
Staff always friendly and get me checked in right away and nurse who checked me in before seeing the doctor is very thorough with getting all my vitals and records up to date.
October 17, 2025
Everyone was very polite from staff to Doctor and really like the office looks really beautiful
October 12, 2025
WONDERFUL, CARING STAFF! DR. SHAKIR IS A TOP NOTCH PHYSICIAN. TRULY CARES ABOUT HIS PATIENTS.
October 9, 2025
Dr Shakir is outstanding
October 7, 2025
Always on top of every thing Easy to talk to and answers any questions.
October 6, 2025
Treated with courtesy. Was extremely satisfied with a great staff of people d
October 4, 2025
Excellent! Very patient, understanding, takes time explaining and shows sincere care and concern for the patient! Always looking out in the better interest of the patient!
September 28, 2025
Dr. Shakir has been an exception physician. He educates me about my eduction so that I can take care of myself and know how to handle my asthma when environmental changes cause it to flare up. He ensures that I am well cared for. His nurses are wonderful as well and always compassionate and friendly.
September 19, 2025
I was very happy with the care and attention I received from Dr. Shakir. He addressed all my concerns.
September 18, 2025
He is very knowledgeable and can explain what us happening.
September 17, 2025
Kindness
September 8, 2025
He's great! Knowledgeable, caring, through.
September 7, 2025
Very professional experience
September 7, 2025
Always caring and truly listens to what your concerns are.
August 31, 2025
I have an excellent care provider who care about my health making shore I am doing well I have no complain I was treated well
August 24, 2025
Excellent, prompt care by all Providers.
August 23, 2025
Very good answered my question.
August 22, 2025
Good
August 17, 2025
I feel Dr Shakir is an excellent doctor. He's kind, he listens to your concerns and he's very respectful.
August 14, 2025
Courtesy was very good and listened and understood my comments and questions.
August 11, 2025
Dr. Adelstein is so personable yet professional. Doesn't make you feel hurried and explains in its entirety and always asks if we have any questions. So thorough and always has a smile.
July 30, 2025
No complaints very easy in and out
July 28, 2025
Everyone was very nice & helpful.
July 28, 2025
Dr Shakir is experience & caring doctor.
July 27, 2025
So caring and Listen to his patient.
July 20, 2025
Very professional and very knowledgeable.
July 4, 2025
Dr suggested two new medicines to help the nasal congestion and they are successful
June 28, 2025
They are all very nice , passions helpful , caring
June 26, 2025
Very caring and listens to your concerns and provides suggestions/solutions. Takes time to allow for conversation regarding your health, tests, etc.
June 26, 2025
Very professional
June 26, 2025
You're all very professional
June 22, 2025
Dr. Shakir always listens to what I say. And makes sure to understand my situation. He always goes above and beyond to make sure.I am taken care of.
June 21, 2025
Dr. Shakir solved a problem with my CPAP compatibility and performance post cardiac surgery. Unit did not work well until he suggested a new sleep study and recalibrated my device . Great work !
June 21, 2025
Dr. Shakir was very thorough in reviewing my previous medical records and discussing any previous treatments.
June 21, 2025
Amazing, the kind of medical professional that one can only dream of. May the entire team be blessed
June 20, 2025
Dr. Shakir took his time to listen to my long, complicated medical history and was compassionate, not judgemental. He involved me in my treatment plan and explained everything clearly. I would recommend him to a friend or family member. Thanks, Dr. Shakir.
June 15, 2025
Good
June 13, 2025
Dr Nawaid shakir and staff did a great job. Thanks
June 12, 2025
Time before procedure was good for questions and results after procedure were explained.
June 2, 2025
Dr. Shakir, figured out why my numbers changed drastically. Which was good to know. Now settings are done automatically. I do not have to do anything. Also wants a PFT and f/u visit in 4 months to monitor my status closely.
June 1, 2025
Doctor was wonderful. He actually listened and appeared to care. Didn't spend his time with me looking at computer.
May 31, 2025
Very helpful
May 30, 2025
All very very good
May 22, 2025
Easy to talk to. Answered all my questions. Friendly personality.
May 22, 2025
Very knowledgeable and kind.
May 20, 2025
Explained the problem very professionally. Dr. Listened to my Issues before giving me any advice.
May 19, 2025
Everything went off smoothly
May 16, 2025
Dr. Shakir spent a lot of time with me, talking about possible causes and tests. I liked him and the nurse very much.
May 15, 2025
Very compassionate and listens to what I have to say
May 12, 2025
My first visit with Doctor Shakir, he was good at explaining things and I found out that a previous test performed by another provider changed my diagnosis from mild COPD to Asthma, which really surprised me.
May 11, 2025
Great staff , great DR
May 9, 2025
He is very caring, great bedside manner
May 5, 2025
Personable, friendly, informative, responsive. Very pleased.
April 29, 2025
Dr. Snowdon is an excellent physician
April 27, 2025
Dr Nawaid Shakir is excellent, his bedside manner is outstanding. Takes his time, you are never rushed, he is so good with his patients.
April 11, 2025
Caring and very professional . Takes the time in explaining the progress report and makes sure to ask any concerns . Much appreciated.
April 6, 2025
Made us feel very comfortable and well informed
March 31, 2025
Dr. Shakir is a very nice doctor. He is always very pleasant and easy to talk to, always ready to answer any questions .
March 30, 2025
Dr Shakir was great! Very personable!
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