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Dana Elsherif, MD

Dana Elsherif, MD

Family Medicine
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
Arabic, English

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Franciscan Health Crown Point

12750 Saint Francis Drive
Crown Point, IN 46307

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Franciscan Health Crown Point

About Me

Education

Medical School:
American University of Antigua College of Medicine

Residency:
Bronx Lebanon Hospital Dept of Family Medicine

Board Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • BCBS IL
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cofinity
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Corvel
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Franciscan PHO Northern Indiana, LLC.
  • Healthcare Finest Network
  • Humana
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • 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

(296 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.

183 Reviews

03/18/2026

Excellent communicator: both listening and explaining medical information clearly to a non medical patient. Explains options for treatment with both pros and cons. Genuine concern for my well being. Positive attitude for and encouraging to the patient. As my primary care provider she inspires confidence that my entire health status is understood and improving with the health plan she has laid out.

03/18/2026

Dr. Elsherif was very thorough. She took her time, listened to my concerns, and provided helpful feedback.

03/17/2026

Dr. Elsherif always takes the time to explain clearly what and why things are changing.

03/17/2026

Dr listens to my concerns and looks fo a way to cope with my problems.

03/17/2026

I feel she would be a good fit for my friends and/or family member.

03/16/2026

She is very good doctor and pleasant

03/16/2026

She's empathetic and concerned about my well-being.

03/11/2026

I have never had a doctor as thorough as Dr El Sherif. Follows up on medication, test results and makes sure I am made aware of those results. To say that I am very pleased would be an understatement.

03/10/2026

Dr Dana is fantastic. She's kind, thorough, and actually listens. Already feel so glad for the switch. Highly recommend.

03/10/2026

Very friendly, doesn't rush you, knowledgeable

03/03/2026

Dr. Dana Elsherif is very kind and takes time to listen to

02/27/2026

She listens to what you are saying about your health and addresses the issues, also as an excellent personality

02/26/2026

Very professional and nice. Takes time to answer questions!

02/26/2026

She takes her time and listens to the patient's concerns and finds a solution that works

02/24/2026

I have already recommended her to five of my family members she is an excellent doctor. Quit

02/17/2026

Very kind, listened and addressed all my diagnosis to make sure I’m on track. Guided to excellent consultants.

02/17/2026

Very down to earth, willing to listen to all your concerns

02/13/2026

She is by FAR the best doctor I have ever seen. She is thorough, personable, friendly, and truly gives you the time you need.

02/10/2026

Dr. ElSherif is wonderful! Very patient, kind and listens to the patient. She takes her time to explain things and make sure you understand what she said.

02/09/2026

she is great

02/09/2026

Takes time to talk and listen to you.

02/07/2026

Very personable. Listen to you.. followed up with questions to obtain further information. Spend time

02/03/2026

Dr. ElSherif shiws concern for the patient and is very freindly. Spends an appropriate amount of time and asks many questions to get a complete picture of the patient's needs.

02/01/2026

well educated and kind

01/31/2026

She is very kind, helpful and knowledgeable. She is very diligent in follow-through on issues.

01/29/2026

Empathetic with patients

01/28/2026

I have Dr. El Sherif to thank for insisting I get a mamogram which ultimately lead to my diagnosis of breast cancer. If she hadn't insisted it might have become a much different outcome

01/27/2026

Very professional, kind Doctor who listens to concerns.

01/27/2026

Very knowledgeable, not rushed

01/21/2026

Very professional and takes time listening to the patient.

01/21/2026

Knowledgeable, thorough, I have a history with her and feel very comfortable with her

01/20/2026

It was my first time meeting Dr. El Sherif. She was very friendly, took a lot of time gathering my medical history and discussed all options for my treatment plan.

01/18/2026

Does not rush thru appointments and helps to get you on the road to recovery

01/15/2026

Dr. Dana is the best I have ever had.

01/14/2026

Because she is the best family physician my husband and I have ever had. She is always upbeat, kind, listens carefully, and is very thorough. Even with her busy schedule, she has never cut us short with her time. I highly recommend Dr. Elsherif .

01/13/2026

Dr. El Sherif and her team are not only knowledgeable, they're genuine. I feel welcomed and cared for. My opinion matters, but there's a sense of "motherhood" in Dr. El Sherif's wisdom. I'm going on 54 years old and never had this type of care. The online tracking of MyChart is beyond awesome and I feel connected to my caregiver.

01/13/2026

Easy and fun to work with

01/12/2026

She cares about you and wants what’s best for you.

01/12/2026

Wonderful doctor the best!

01/11/2026

Dr El Sherif truly cares about my health and well-being. On one account she pretty much saved my life. Very smart always has the answers to my health issues.

01/09/2026

Dana El Sherif is the best doctor in the state of Indiana. She's warm and caring and she takes her time with you. She is not in a rush to get rid of you....and she CARES. If something is wrong... she will work to find an answer as to why. Very professional, dedicated, and honest.

01/08/2026

She's caring, polite &takes her time to see you as a person & address your issues

01/08/2026

Excellent Dr. Very thorough, genuinely cares about her patients!!

01/07/2026

The Dr listened to me. She was kind and caring and listened to my concerns.

01/06/2026

Because she is a wonderful doctor

12/31/2025

I have suggested her to many of my friends. She is very knowledgeable and patient. I have compromised hearing and she is very sure that I understand her.

12/30/2025

Compassionate, kind, easy to talk with, intelligent, treats the whole person

12/29/2025

She shows genuine concern.

12/29/2025

good doctor but had to wait this time aon hour and a half before i saw her my appointment was at 10:00

12/18/2025

She is very thorough with her examinations and constantly questions you to find out all she can about how your feeling and having any problems

12/16/2025

Very informative and caring.

12/09/2025

Dr El Sherif is very caring and focused on my health and wellbeing.She spends as much time as needed to cover and explain my medical situation

12/08/2025

Dr. Elsherif listens to all hkur concerns and plots a course of action.

12/08/2025

She listens and she is always pleasant

12/03/2025

Dr Elsherif takes her time with her patients. She listens, relates very well to her patients and has tremendous empathy. What more can a patient wish for in a doctor??

12/02/2025

Listens to patient. Thorough wth diagnosis and or tests an medication.

11/27/2025

Very caring and takes the time to listen

11/26/2025

They are very amazing people kind, and considerate. She has an amazing staff, and she is a very amazing doctor. She cares very much about her patience, and we all are lucky to have her as a doctor.

11/25/2025

Dr. El Sherif is very knowledgeable, professional and thorough. She really cares about her patients. Her staff is very courteous and helpful too.

11/21/2025

Dr. El Sharif was very personable, kind, and thorough.

11/19/2025

She’s a very caring and compassionate physician and she takes the time to make sure she knows everything about you. She’s bery thorough.

11/19/2025

Very Caring!!!

11/17/2025

Doctor took the time to understand issues, and was concerned with how to treat them.

11/11/2025

Dr Elsherif is a physician that listens to your concerns and does not make you feel rushed and she is always happy.

11/11/2025

Dr. Elsherif is very caring, and she will do anything to help you. I really enjoy seeing her as my doctor. She is #1 on my list of doctors.

11/11/2025

Excellent doctor

11/07/2025

She's just an awesome and a amazing doctor

11/06/2025

She is very thorough, you dont feel rushed and she genuinely cares!!

11/06/2025

She’s very sweet and thorough. She took her time answering my questions.

11/05/2025

Excellent

11/04/2025

I will refer all family members and friends to Dr. El Sherif for anyone that is looking for a remarkable physician!

11/03/2025

Dr Elsherif is the most caring professional and smart primary care physician, I have ever had the pleasure of seeing. She has always been there for me when I needed her.

11/03/2025

She was very professional but attentive, kind and listened to my concerns and answered my questions.

10/29/2025

I really believe Dr. Elsherif‘s heart is solely focused on making you feel the best possible. She is very knowledgeable and willing to explore any means to improve your quality of life.

10/28/2025

She is very thorough and engaged in reviewing my record and checking my current health.

10/28/2025

She is an excellent doctor and very thorough. She thinks of all the right questions and answers. Great doctor!

10/27/2025

She is one of the most compassionate and comprehensive physicians I have ever had

10/21/2025

Listens well good collaborative care 1st visit

10/21/2025

Listens to my problems and concerns. Very personable and knowledgeable…a concerned Doctor…kind of rare these days.

10/20/2025

Never on time for appointment

10/18/2025

She really listens to you and never rushes you or makes you feel unimportant

10/17/2025

She spends time with you,and answers all you questions!

10/14/2025

Excellent Doctor

10/13/2025

Good listener and kind. Very willing to help!

10/13/2025

Dr el sherif has amazing instincts! She hands down is my favorite provider and I am so happy and grateful to be back in her care!

10/13/2025

Dr. Dana Elsherif is an outstanding primary care physician! She’s culturally competent, nonjudgmental, knowledgeable and compassionate. She truly listens, takes time to understand concerns, and explains everything clearly, where I didn’t feel rushed out like I felt with previous doctors. Her empathy, knowledge, professionalism, and dedication to her patients is evident. I left feeling supported and confident in my care. It’s rare to find such a kind and dedicated doctor. I’m very happy a friend recommended her, and that I followed through and was able to get scheduled with her and establish care.

10/11/2025

Dr. Dana El Sherif is a very compassionate and detailed Doctor. I have been going to her for 5 years. Steve Oberc

10/06/2025

Dr. Dana ElSherif is very professional and thorough with excellent bed side manners.

10/03/2025

She was extremely attentive. Today was a very good introduction to her and her practice.

10/01/2025

Dana was great!

09/29/2025

Not very knowledgeable. Always refers you to someone else instead of treating you herself.

09/29/2025

She is very nice I felt extremely comfortable with her

09/29/2025

She is so good taking her time to listen & discuss what she’s wanting to do and thinks. She trull cares.

09/25/2025

Caring and listens to my health problems

09/24/2025

She is thorough and listens

09/24/2025

She was great she listened to my concerns.

09/22/2025

She listens and understands.. She’s amazing !!

09/19/2025

Very thorough and helpful. Answers all my questions. Works with me to resolve issues

09/17/2025

She spends as much time as needed to assist in my care

09/15/2025

Patient not rushing at all. Listens to patients.

09/11/2025

She is an excellent caring doctor.

09/10/2025

Liked her very much. Extremely thorough and explained things. She just needs to slow down a little when talking.

08/25/2025

She is very nice Dr. has empathy for her patients, always answers my requests on my chart. Listens to my problems, and then suggests all the options for any health issues. She does not pressure me for any unnecessary treatments.

08/25/2025

She seems very sincere. She listens. In my opinion, it's hard for a Black woman to find a doctor that really cares.

08/23/2025

Very nice doctor knowledgeable

08/21/2025

Very nice lady but seems very busy

08/20/2025

I have already recommended her to a friend, Donna Fathke, who did follow up with an appointment with her. She also loved the same qualities I mentioned above and is now one of Dr. El-Sherif's patients.

08/10/2025

Dr listens to my concerns and gives me referrals as needed for my health

08/07/2025

great doctor and easy to talk to.

08/06/2025

She is very friendly and approachable. You feel like you’re talking to a friend. I can also tell she does a lot of research on things and is very knowledgeable.

08/06/2025

Spends alot of time explaining her thoughts on my health

08/05/2025

I liked Dr El Sherif as a Dr she was very kind and willing to listen to my concerns.

08/04/2025

Dr. Elsherif Is very positive and listens well.

07/30/2025

She is knowledgeable, caring and easy to talk to.

07/29/2025

Listens and easy to work with

07/29/2025

She and the technician that took my vitals are wonderful

07/28/2025

Gets me to the Doctor’s to figure out how they can help me get rid of my pain!!

07/28/2025

Doctor Elsherif has always been very attentive to my concerns. Reviewing lab results she immediately ordered a prescription before my appointment time. I was very impressed.

07/28/2025

She takes good care of her patients.

07/23/2025

I really like her. Just very disappointed in the wait time

07/21/2025

Very attentive to your questions, takes her time to make sure you understand what she is saying

07/21/2025

Listens to all my questions and concerns

07/19/2025

Excellent

07/17/2025

Considerate, knowledgeable and thorough

07/16/2025

She respects my background in the healthcare field and allows us to have to- the-point discussions. Once she is in the room, she is quick and I leave with orders I came in with. She was also the first physician (including my OB) that actually had a discussion with me regarding perimenopause symptoms. Go doctor!

07/11/2025

She was friendly, courteous, and seemed very interested in helping me with my problem.

07/11/2025

Very thorough

07/08/2025

Dr. Dana is awesome. She helped me find the best route to keep me in a healthy body. I appreciate how much care she takes in getting to the bottom line. She had tests run on me that my previous doctor did not.

07/08/2025

Good doctor and very caring

07/08/2025

She is compassionate and caring.

07/08/2025

She listens and wants to find answers

07/07/2025

Dr. El Sherif was a pleasure to meet and talk to. She was very helpful and kind.

07/06/2025

Very kind, very thorough, cares about the patient.

07/06/2025

Very nice Doctor

07/02/2025

She doesn't listen

07/02/2025

She's very intelligent and thourough

07/02/2025

Excellent Doctor.

06/30/2025

Dr Elsherif is very caring.

06/28/2025

Right from the start, Dr. Dana El Sherif made me feel really comfortable especially for someone whose family is not big with doctors. She really took the time to listen to everything I had to say regarding my current health concerns and didn’t pressure me into doing anything but really made sure I was knowledgeable of things I should get. Overall, an amazing doctor who really cares for the health and care of her patients and I see why people follow her wherever she goes if they are her patients!

06/24/2025

Dr El Sherif was very personable and took the time to listen to me before explaining what happens next.

06/23/2025

Dr. El Sherif is a very good communicator, extremely concerned about her patients and very knowledgeable.

06/18/2025

Dr. Elsherif is truly wonderful! She really listens, explains things, and comes up with the best fitting care plan. I’m so grateful to have found her!

06/13/2025

Listens. Very patient, caring and thorough. Incredible primary care physician!

06/13/2025

She actually listens to her patients.

06/12/2025

Dr Elsharif is very good answers my questions and concerns. Takes time with the patient. Best Dr I found do far I

06/12/2025

Very thorough and sweet

06/09/2025

Dr. El Sherif cares about her patients and helping me with my health issues and I don't feel like a burden. She does her best to refer me to good doctors.

06/07/2025

She’s incredibly insightful and understands her patients

06/07/2025

Fantastic Doctor very knowledgeable and compassionate

06/02/2025

Dr. El Sharif is excellent and addressed all my health issues. Glad I got to see her instead of going to urgent care. This doctor is the best!

06/02/2025

Best knowledgeable and professional skills with soft nature Very honest and listen and understand your issues and problems

05/28/2025

Took her time and explained things thoroughly.

05/28/2025

Dr ElSherif is thorough and very helpful.

05/25/2025

I love Dr. El Sherif, she is the best. She is warm and very caring, helpful in all the ways you need help or advice. She is the best doctor I have ever had.

05/22/2025

She cares deeply for her patients

05/22/2025

Tries to get to the bottom of issues..

05/21/2025

Frendly, carrying

05/20/2025

Dr. El Sherif is very personable, listens well and answers my questions clearly.

05/19/2025

Same as above. I trust her with my care.

05/19/2025

She’s awesome.

05/14/2025

Dr El Sharif is thorough and thoughtful. She demonstrates a knowledgeable concern for the patient's health and satisfaction. She is also humorous.

05/12/2025

Very friendly and very helpful and even recommended a neurologist and pulmonologist both which were in my insurance network.

05/12/2025

Very through, seems like she cares, listens, sits down, looks you in the eyes!

05/12/2025

Dr. El Sherif is a caring professional. She takes time to listen and asks pertinent questions.

04/30/2025

Very knowledgeable and thoughtful and thorough and understanding of my concerns and conditions

04/30/2025

She takes the time needed to have a thorough visit. She is proactive in my health care. Remembers details about me and my family. Very caring.

04/28/2025

She is genuinely concerned about me and takes her time,

04/28/2025

Love Dr. ElSherif! She’s very informative, doesn’t rush, and is very thorough. She’s really easy to talk to, and good communication is always key.

04/26/2025

What can I say two of my family members are currently patients of Dr ElSherif. Although I received a recommendation from Dr Mitchell's office before I new other family members were her patients.

04/23/2025

Very impressive Dr. Dr. El-Sherif was very thorough in her examination and was genuinely concerned about well-being.

04/22/2025

She is a smart and caring doctor that takes the time to make sure your needs are met.

04/21/2025

Great understanding of my history and issues.

04/21/2025

Excellent doctor

04/19/2025

She is very kind and thorough and really cares about resolving all issues that I have.

04/17/2025

Dr. ElSheif was been very wonderful with my health care and listens to my concerns.

04/17/2025

she is very friendly and caring

04/16/2025

Very understanding to your needs, compassionate and thorough

04/16/2025

Very caring listens to what you have to say. She is the best!

04/10/2025

Great doctor! Really listens and is very thorough!

04/02/2025

Dr. El Sherif took great care of me.

04/01/2025

She is the best doctor there is.

04/01/2025

thorough, friendly, listens, professional

03/29/2025

Easy to talk to, wasn’t trying to end our appointment time quickly.
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