Dana Elsherif, MD

Family Medicine

(219) 738-2100

Languages Spoken

Arabic, English

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4.9 out of 5 (312 ratings)

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Franciscan Physician Network St. John Health Center

10860 Maple Lane
St. John, IN 46373

219-365-7000 View Details

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Franciscan Health Crown Point

12750 Saint Francis Drive
Crown Point, IN 46307

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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

Humana Medicaid

Lutheran Preferred

Managed Health Services

Managed Health Services MarketPlace

MDWise

Medicaid IN

Medicare IN

Medicare Rail Road

MultiPlan/PHCS

Preferred Network Access

Sagamore

SIHO

Tricare/Humana Military

United Health Care

United Health Care Medicaid

Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(312 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.

193 Reviews

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

Very Caring!!!

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.

11/17/2025

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

Excellent doctor

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.

11/07/2025

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

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

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.

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

She is very nice I felt extremely comfortable with her

09/29/2025

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

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

She and the technician that took my vitals are wonderful

07/29/2025

Listens and easy to work with

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

She takes good care of her patients.

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.

07/23/2025

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

She is compassionate and caring.

07/08/2025

Good doctor and very caring

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

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

She actually listens to her patients.

06/13/2025

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

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

Dr ElSherif is thorough and very helpful.

05/28/2025

Took her time and explained things thoroughly.

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

Tries to get to the bottom of issues..

05/22/2025

She cares deeply for her patients

05/21/2025

Frendly, carrying

05/20/2025

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

05/19/2025

She’s awesome.

05/19/2025

Same as above. I trust her with my care.

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

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

05/12/2025

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

05/12/2025

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

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.

04/30/2025

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

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

04/16/2025

Very understanding to your needs, compassionate and thorough

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.

03/26/2025

She was caring, thorough, and explained everything very well.

03/25/2025

She takes her time to actually talk to me about whatever issue I am having, and sincerely listens to what I say to her. She is not in a hurry to get to whatever is next.

03/24/2025

Good doctor

03/23/2025

Very kind, knowledgeable, easy to talk to and thorough.

03/19/2025

Dr. El-Sherif is one of the few physicians I've encountered who thinks deeply about her patients' issues. She is widely educated in many areas of medicine and able to make many competent recommendations. Her recommendations were supported by clinical evidence and she was able to cite many statistics. We left with many great referrals to specialists and a clear plan of attack for my mom's concerns.

03/14/2025

she's what every doctor should be listens explains everything so you can understand and turns over every rock to help her patients

03/12/2025

I Love her bedside manner

03/09/2025

Dr. El Sherif is personable and easy to talk to. She listens and addresses all concerns.

03/07/2025

Very friendly and listens to you.

03/04/2025

Dr El Sherif AND her staff are focused only on "me" during my appointment. This includes the receptionist the minute you walk in the door

03/01/2025

She is so kind and sweet.she trully love helping people.

02/27/2025

Dr. El Sherif goes above and beyond any doctor I’ve had. She takes the time I need and doest try to rush me out the door like other doctors in the past . She has excellent bed side manners and very personable and makes you comfortable on your visits.

02/26/2025

She is kind and patient. She listens to all of your concerns and tries to find a way to help you. She is on top of your medical history and takes time to get to know you. She is always trying to get to the root of the cause of your symptoms.

02/23/2025

She listens and she cares about her patients. She is very competent and extremely professional.

02/19/2025

Went really well I feel like I got some quality advice and care

02/16/2025

Friendly. Asked great questions. Seemed to care.

02/14/2025

She was excellent at making sure that she explained everything to me. I was totally impressed by her.

02/13/2025

Dr. Dana took the time to go over all of my concerns regarding my health issues. A plan is in place with referrals with other doctors. I feel confident that she will get to the bottom of the issues.

02/13/2025

She is the best primary doctor I have ever met.

02/12/2025

Very personable and really listens to understand your medical issue.

02/11/2025

She already is pressed for time with her current patient requirements.

02/11/2025

She was an hour and 20 minutes late to see me. Thats why I deducted a point

02/07/2025

She has always been there for me with excellent care and advice

02/06/2025

easy to talk to, she listens, she explains why things need to be done

02/03/2025

She took the time to listen and explain things well.

02/03/2025

Wait time too long

02/03/2025

I trust her El Sherif and feel comfortable recommending anyone.

01/28/2025

Wait times are too long

01/28/2025

Dana is smart, professional, and very down to earth.

01/27/2025

Thorough, knowledgeable and communicates well.

01/26/2025

She is very personable and not in a rush like other doctors

01/24/2025

Yes I would recommend Dr El Sherif only complaint is that it is not easy to get a sick call easily with her

01/23/2025

She is the most caring doctor I have ever seen.

01/22/2025

Listens to concerns and attentive to my health concerns.

01/21/2025

Dr. El Sherif is wonderful! So easy to talk to and puts forth a proper plan in place that truly places the patient first. I’m so grateful to have found her.

01/18/2025

Dr. Dana El Sherif is one of the best doctors I ever had. She does all she can to find out what is wrong with you.

01/15/2025

She takes her time with her patients

01/15/2025

I really like Dr. El Sherif

01/15/2025

Dr. .El Sherif is very easy to talk to and explains things well. She always spends time with me and seems very interested in my health and well being.

01/14/2025

Dr. El Sherif is very knowledgeable and concerned about you as an individual.

01/14/2025

Provider is always happy, friendly, caring, positive and listens. She always has an answer or solution to my concerns. She never makes me feel dumb for asking any questions. I never leave any appointments feel bad about myself, feeling like I was brushed off or rushed. She is an amazing doctor and I hope she knows that.

01/14/2025

She was very thorough, professional, kind, and efficient.

01/12/2025

Dr. El Sherif was great. She took the time to listen to me.

01/08/2025

Explains information as well as thoughts accurately and effectively.

01/08/2025

She is very nice and listens to you

01/07/2025

Dr is very knowledgeable and explains things when I ask questions

01/07/2025

She listens and seems very knowledgeable.

01/01/2025

She is very easy to discuss things with and very nice

12/31/2024

She is truly a great doctor who listens to you and very knowledgable doctor. She is Awesome!!!

12/30/2024

Dana listens and is very thorough. Steve Oberc

12/24/2024

She listens and makes an honest effort to help you.

12/23/2024

A very thorough and engaging Doctor.

12/23/2024

She is nicy

12/22/2024

She roots out the problem. Proactive

12/20/2024

Dr. El Sharif takes time with you to discuss any issues you may be having. I don’t feel rushed and feel her compassion and care for her patients.

12/19/2024

Really nice lady but not much help just refers you to other doctors

12/18/2024

She is very knowledgeable and friendly. She listens to any concerns that you may have.

12/17/2024

Loved the way she treated me and the way she recognized me as a person

12/17/2024

Very informative, I felt that she cared for my well being

12/17/2024

I have recommended her to many of my patients and families. Her bedside manner and skills are exceptional.

12/11/2024

She took the time to listen to my problem and took action right away.

12/11/2024

Very kind and cared.

12/11/2024

Very kind and thorough. Highly recommend!

12/10/2024

She keeps me in the conversation regarding my health concerns.

12/10/2024

Doctor El Sherif listened to our concerns and became aware of Margaret's needs following a hospital visit for a UTI.

12/09/2024

Appreciate her attention to detail and level of concern for my health.

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Dana Elsherif, MD

Family Medicine

(219) 738-2100

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Locations

Franciscan Physician Network St. John Health Center

Franciscan Health Crown Point

About Me

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Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

193 Reviews

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