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Bashar Chihada Alhariri, MD

Bashar Chihada Alhariri, MD

Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Internal Medicine
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English

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Munster, IN 46321

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About Me

Education

Medical School:
University of Damascus, Medical School, Syria

Residency:
University of Illinoois Advocate Christ Med Center Internal Medicine Residency

Fellowship:
University of Louisville Pulmonary Disease & Critical Care Medicine Fellowship

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Pulmonary Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine

Critical Care Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • BCBS IL
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cigna HealthSpring
  • Cofinity
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Corvel
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Encore Health Network
  • Franciscan PHO Northern Indiana, LLC.
  • Healthcare Finest Network
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • MDWise
  • Medicaid IL
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Preferred Network Access
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(240 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

136 Reviews

11/26/2025

Very nice and friendly. I would have no problem recommending him at all.

11/24/2025

He is knowledgeable, polite and takes time with me

11/22/2025

Dr. Alhariri is very kind and he really cares about his patients.

11/15/2025

The way he explained things to me.

11/13/2025

He listened to my concerns

11/11/2025

Dr. Bashar is great he is serious and he is compassionate towards his patients

11/03/2025

He’s a great doctor who cares about his patients.

11/03/2025

Easy to talk to, explains everything

11/01/2025

Took time to explain my test Results.

10/28/2025

Cares about his patience. Talks to you so you can understand what's going on

10/27/2025

Very good. Very thourough

10/27/2025

He was very thoroughly, he seemed concerned, he asked questions and listen to me, he made recommendation.

10/26/2025

Dr Al is very professional, compassionate and is very concerned about his patient. He is caring and is very knowledgeable in his field of pulmonology.

10/24/2025

Very good doctor as he explains things. He also tells you why he ordered tests.

10/22/2025

Takes care of his patients

10/18/2025

excellent doctor

10/16/2025

Same, my pulmonary function test was followed by visit to Dr Al- read results provided follow up and was efficient with great bedside manner

10/14/2025

Seems like he care about my health

10/08/2025

Explained everything well

10/07/2025

Feel like I’m in good hands under his guidance

10/04/2025

Already did

10/03/2025

The doc is pretty open-minded when it comes to odd scenarios. He knows what he is doing.

09/30/2025

I feel safe with him

09/25/2025

Very thorough care

09/24/2025

Prompt and friendly. Clear discussion of the case and the next steps.

09/24/2025

I like him!

09/23/2025

Expertise in his field, paired with thoughtful partnership with his patient.

09/22/2025

Overall good experience with him. He asked me questions and listened to my answers. This left me confident about my care

09/20/2025

Compassionate care, thorough.

09/18/2025

He’s the best. Very caring

09/18/2025

Is quite knowledgeable and he told me things that I was surprised to hear

09/15/2025

He’s very though and polite and helpful

09/09/2025

good bedside manner, takes time to hear my concerns...and address issues

09/09/2025

A GREAT MD AND SO EASY TO TALK TO.

09/04/2025

Because he is so nice and he asked me how I'm feeling and do I have shortness of breath

09/04/2025

Great & caring Dr.

09/03/2025

He is A GREAT DOCTOR.

09/03/2025

He's the best. Nothing else to be said.

09/02/2025

He is very professional and listen to what my problem and recommend solutions.

09/01/2025

Dr. Alhariri always takes good care of me.

08/28/2025

I really liked him very informative and just a nice man I love that about him!!! Thank you for making my first visit to you so comfortable

08/28/2025

A listener doctor. Takes his time with the patient

08/21/2025

Great doctor

08/20/2025

Listens and is all encompassing with my overall health.

08/19/2025

He's new, so I don't have a lot of experience with him, but he's knowledgeable and educated, as well as friendly.

08/18/2025

I only saw him for 3 minutes. He seems very nice.

08/17/2025

Good care

08/14/2025

Friendly. Easy to understand

08/14/2025

Please see my review above, Dr. Alhariri was referred to me by Dr. San Gabriel, and I am very satisfied with the outcome of my appointment with Dr. Alhariri, and the tests that he has recommended for me.

08/08/2025

He listens to my concerns and explains everything thoroughly. Extremely friendly.

08/05/2025

Thorough and friendly

08/05/2025

Dr. Alhariri is extremely kind and caring.

08/04/2025

He listens to me. Asked me how the meds are working and if need to change prescriptions

08/04/2025

Seems caring and knowledgeable.

07/25/2025

Great = helpful

07/19/2025

He's a very patient and informed doc.

07/15/2025

Great specialist

07/10/2025

Very caring and knowledgeable in his field of medicine

07/09/2025

Dr Alhariri is wonderful, he listens and he cares about his patients

07/09/2025

The most professional

07/08/2025

He is very sincere, and he treats his patient’s with care

07/07/2025

He is one of the gentlest doctors I have ever had. I did send my daughter-in-law to see him, and she was very happy with him.

07/06/2025

He looks to see what is going on. He listens to you even if he may not understand your reason. He’ll try something else

07/05/2025

Seems very knowledgeable in his field of medicine.

07/03/2025

Professional thorough and courteous

06/28/2025

Nicely caring

06/25/2025

He genuinely cares about his patients.

06/24/2025

Very professional

06/23/2025

Doctor was concerned about my health.

06/21/2025

I was very nervous to see Dr. AL for the first time. Nevertheless, as he entered the room he greeted my husband and me with kindness, friendliness, and professionalism. He answered all of our questions with dignity and respect. He is, no doubt, very knowledgeable about his field! And lastly, we didn’t feel rushed by Dr. AL, as is, unfortunately, the case with many doctors in today’s medical community.

06/19/2025

kind, knowledgable

06/18/2025

Very caring and takes time with you.

06/18/2025

He's very understanding and knowledgeable.

06/15/2025

Great doctor Super personable

06/11/2025

Was thorough and took the time to explain my results and care.

06/10/2025

Like I stayed earlier and no one perfect y'all doing an excellent job

06/09/2025

He explained details to me.

06/05/2025

Always has time to discuss options

06/05/2025

Let stems, answers all questions and takes time -my at all hurried!

06/05/2025

Dr. Alhariri was very professional and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. He valued my input during the visit.

06/01/2025

Really liked this dr. Very respectful, knowledgeable and kind.

05/29/2025

He was very easy to talk with.

05/27/2025

Very personable

05/22/2025

Dr was thorough right to the point about the condition gave suggestions on how to make improvements to better health.

05/22/2025

I wish I had found him sooner. My primary doctor never suggested I see a pulmonologist. The reason I went to see Dr. Alhariri is because an anesthesisiogist recommended I have a sleep study. He said I needed a CPAP after a procedure I had. Dr. Ahariri was recommended by a neighbor.

05/21/2025

He was right to the point and explained that everything would have to ok'd by insurance.

05/20/2025

He’s very thorough and attentive.

05/13/2025

Dr. Alhariri views everything and listens to what is wrong at the time. He is very thorough on his examination.

05/06/2025

Great Maners

05/06/2025

Dr. Alhariri goes over everything, listens and understands.

05/03/2025

I am a new patient of his. So the care and treatment of me has been very good.

04/30/2025

HE IS A GREAT DOCTOR AND ALWAYS ADDRESSES ANY CONCERNS I HAVE.

04/30/2025

He was VERY thorough, patient, and answered all my questions. I was VERY satisfied.

04/30/2025

I have already referred my friends and family.

04/29/2025

He really cares and takes time to discuss your health with you.

04/29/2025

Competent and down to earth.

04/23/2025

Doctor is easy to talk to and answers your questions and concern's. Great bed side manner.

04/19/2025

I like him. Very easy to understand

04/14/2025

Very nice , and informative

04/07/2025

One of the most attentive and concerns of my health is very important to him.

04/06/2025

He’s on top of everything, is knowledgeable and personable

04/03/2025

As above. The office is professional and they are prompt with all appointments.

03/31/2025

They are very good at answering my qiestions and concerns.

03/26/2025

He sat and explained everything to us. He was very compassionate and caring

03/25/2025

He’s very specific. He tells you your options. And let you make the decision of what you think is best for you.

03/23/2025

Dr. Al is friendly and caring.

03/20/2025

Knowledgeable, easy to talk to, appropriate treatment , kind and professional. Available when needed.

03/20/2025

he listened and care about you

03/19/2025

Thorough good listener. Explains things well. Caring

03/17/2025

Listens to patient concerns & ask questions.

03/15/2025

Friendly bedside manner; not intimidating

03/13/2025

He was very attentive and personable

03/13/2025

Very nice and friendly person .

03/12/2025

He’s always been a very considerate doctor when it comes to his patients

03/10/2025

Just like myself. I was recommended by a friend.

03/10/2025

Dr was timely and engaging.........

03/08/2025

I found Dr. Alhariri to be very thorough, professional and caring. He was very detailed in questioning me about my concerns. He answered my questions in a way I could understand.

03/03/2025

Shows concern

02/28/2025

He very caring.

02/25/2025

Explain in detail my condition and what coarse of treatment will happen in the future days. 100 percent satisfied.

02/08/2025

He thoroughly and takes his time with my visits

02/05/2025

He was very kind and listened well

02/03/2025

Not only takes care of my pulmonary related issues, but also assisted in getting me the care I needed for a post-Covid inflammatory response. I so appreciate his holistic care.

02/02/2025

Very professional about the service.

01/27/2025

He listen takes his time to hear our pains and concerns, and refills and referral.

01/23/2025

He listened carefully, and provided a clear expectation of my treatment plan, and that his team would order the necessary CPAP supplies.

01/23/2025

Knowledgeable doctor friendly bedside manner

01/16/2025

Awesome Dr

01/08/2025

Concerned with the patient, Very efficient

01/03/2025

Professional complete timely

12/31/2024

Dr. Alhariri took time to listen when I explained and described my health issue. He allowed me to ask questions and then answered my questions.

12/20/2024

Listens, great “bedside manner”, respectful. Answers any questions I may have

12/18/2024

Feel very confident in the staff's ability to treat the patients.

12/18/2024

Dr Bashar is a great doctor! He is very attentive and straight forward

12/11/2024

Great bed side manner. He was knowledgeable of my health. Consider of my feelings. Took time to answer any questions I had. He answered my questions. I feel comfortable with my doctor

12/09/2024

Doctor put me at ease
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