About Thomas Hensing, MD
Thomas Hensing, MD, a medical oncologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in chest malignancies including lung cancer. With over 30 years of experience, he integrates clinical care with research to ensure patients have access to advanced treatments within the health system. Dr. Hensing is also focused on improving patient safety and quality across the system, aiming to design care that supports each patient’s values and goals.
My endeavor
My endeavor is to help build the best health system possible so every patient achieves the best outcomes that align with their personal goals and wishes.
Care philosophy
Care must align with what matters most to each patient. Personalized medicine means tailoring treatments and decisions to a patient’s values, goals and current needs.
Overview
- Gender Male
Conditions treated (24)
- Thyroid cancer
- 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
- Lung cancer
- Small cell lung cancer (SCLC)
- Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)
- Thymoma
- Thoracic cancer
- Mesothelioma
- Esophagus cancer
- Skin cancer
- Basal cell cancer (BCC)
- Merkel cell cancer
- Squamos cell cancer (SCC) of skin
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Endeavor Health Medical Group
2650 Ridge Ave., Kellogg Cancer Center Evanston, IL 60201-1718 -
Endeavor Health Medical Group
2180 Pfingsten Rd., Kellogg Cancer Center Glenview, IL 60026-1339
Medical School
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1994University of Maryland School of Medicine
Residencies
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1997Internal MedicineUniversity of North Carolina
Fellowships
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1999HematologyUniversity of North Carolina
Board certifications
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2001Medical OncologyAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
Academic title
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Clinical Professor, The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Reviews (54)
August 23, 2026
I am very fortunate to have been under the care of Dr. Hensing since being diagnosed for stage 4 cancer. After almost 8 years, I am living a normal life and free of anxieties about future, thanks to the treatments and tests directed by Dr.Hensing and his team.
August 20, 2026
Excellent
July 30, 2026
The doctor explained my condition and potential challenges in great detail before ending the consultation. Treatment can commence once the genetic test results are available.the whole consultation was pleasant and relaxed, and it concluded after all our questions were answered.
July 20, 2026
Dr. Hensing is the best Doctor! He is very knowledgeable and comes across concerned and caring with his patients. He makes me feel listened to and that can be hard to find in the current medical field. He always has a helpful staff of assistants that comes across with the same caring and understanding about your concerns. They are a great group!
July 16, 2026
Dr. Hensing is a wonderful provider
July 2, 2026
I've been seeing Dr Hensing for years. He and his staff are excellent.
June 23, 2026
It was a very good visit
June 17, 2026
Dr. Hensing is a very caring doctor. He answered all of my questions no matter what they were and he did it with patience and care. His answers were very clear and concise.
April 21, 2026
Thank U Dr.Thomas for your professional care for me.
April 21, 2026
I wish they were all like him
April 16, 2026
I am very fortunate to have been under the treatment and care of Dr. Hensing. He is an excellent Oncologist who has guided me through my cancer journey for last eight years and helped me continue living a normal life without giving up hope.
April 8, 2026
Encircled by CARING people.
April 4, 2026
Dr. Hensing is an ecellent oncologistic.
April 2, 2026
I'm very comfortable that I'm getting great care.
March 4, 2026
He's the best
February 17, 2026
Dr Hensing had a very caring demeanor and took time to answer all my questions to my satisfaction on a level I could understand regarding my therapy, diagnosis, and what to expect.
February 17, 2026
The team at[…] is top-notch. Everyone from the staff at the reception desk to the phlebotomist, to the nursing staff, and of course, our wonderful Dr. Hensing - they are spectacular! They treat us with compassion and care, and really know their stuff!
February 3, 2026
Dr Hensing and his staff were fantastic.
January 27, 2026
Excellent Staff
January 20, 2026
Dr Hensing gives 110% of himself and his time. I value him and his expertise.
January 13, 2026
Polite
January 13, 2026
I credit Dr. Thomas Hensing with aiding my ability to still be alive 7 1/2 years since my diagnosis with extensive stage small cell lung cancer.
January 13, 2026
Guys,all of you are perfect!
January 7, 2026
Dr Hensing was prompt and thorough.
December 27, 2025
Dr Hensing and nurse are great.
December 8, 2025
Dr, Hensing's explanations are very clear. He has been treating me for 9 years. I trust him, and I really appreciate his kindmess.
November 28, 2025
I am a patient with advanced lung cancer. Dr. Thomas A. Hensing treats patients with his superb professional knowledge and experience. He is enthusiastic, positive and compassionate. He has helped me prolong my life and maintain the quality of independent living. Thank you Dr. Hensing.
November 25, 2025
Dr Hensing is always professional and personable. I trust him beyond words.
November 25, 2025
Appreciated the personal attention and discussed at my medical level. Also asked open ended questions.
November 20, 2025
Dr hensing is the only reason I'm using endeavor is the best doctor in the Chicagoland area for my cancer?
November 18, 2025
Dr Hensing was very thorough and compassionate in communicating my therapy plan, answering my questions and providing peace of mind. RN [...] also gave me comfort in knowing I am in good hands through the whole process.
November 13, 2025
Highly qualified
November 4, 2025
Very good
November 3, 2025
Everyone was so kind and helpful
October 30, 2025
I am extremely thankful for the care that I receive from Dr. Hensing especially. He has been very thoughtful, kind and attentive - he has always taken the time to explain my treatment, answer my questions and concerns, and give me his honest opinions. I feel fortunate that he is my doctor through this difficult period. I also have all good things to say about his team - [...] has been wonderful in my scheduling and responding to my messages.
October 10, 2025
He's a great doctor
September 20, 2025
Tip Top!
September 2, 2025
Dr. Hensing is caring and professional.
August 29, 2025
Impressed with the timely coordination between various disciplines required for medical services and communications with the patient.
August 26, 2025
I've been with this practice for many years. I respect them.
August 17, 2025
I am very grateful to my oncologist, Dr. Thomas A. Hensing, MD, for giving me detailed guidance and explanations during each visit, which encouraged me to increase my efforts and confidence in defeating lung cancer. Thank you for your superb medical skills and noble medical ethics in serving patients.
August 9, 2025
Very professional very kind al staff
August 1, 2025
Dr. Hensing and his nurse Jade are really great. Very responsive, empathetic and informed
July 5, 2025
Dr. Hensing is vey knowlegable and has been prividing me with for almost 18years.excellent care
July 1, 2025
Doctor showed great emphathy
June 3, 2025
Dr. Hensing and his staff are the best of the best!
May 14, 2025
Always shows concern and is very professional.
May 8, 2025
This is the absolute best office ever encountered! Happy people from beginning to end. No wait on phones. No wait in office. Runs like a fine oiled machine. They have everything in control.
May 5, 2025
Dr. Hensing keeping me alive and in onePiece. He's a great doctor.
April 25, 2025
Dr Hensings team is top notch! I feel very taken care of.
April 23, 2025
I was deeply touched by Dr.Hensing's patient and detailed explanation and treatment, as well as the professionalism and friendly attitude of his team members.
April 22, 2025
Very caring and sensitive to my treatment.
April 20, 2025
Dr Hensing keeping ma alive for past12 years.
April 18, 2025
As far as I'm concerned, Doctor Hensing is among the best - personable, professional - and it's likely due to him, in great part, that I'm still around to tell you about it.
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