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Suhail Ghattas Obituary

Ghattas M.D., Suhail E. 96C30170 68, of Burr Ridge, husband of Susan, father of David E. (Terri) and Deborah (Chris) Brown, grandfather of Brandon, Elise, Matthew and Nicholas, brother of Amiseh and Symara. He was Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services and Past Chairman of the Department of Psychiatry at Elmhurst Memorial Hospital, where he has practiced for 34 years. Medical Director of Adult Behavioral Health Services and Chairman of Department of Psychiatry at Glen Oaks Medical Center. President of the medical staff from 1975 to 1976, 1982 to 1983, 1986 to 1987 and member of the medical staff from 1966 to 2001 at Alexian Brothers Medical Center. Visitation at the Ahlgrim Funeral Home, 567 S. Spring Rd., Elmhurst, from 4 to 9 p.m., Sunday. Prayers Monday, September 9th, 9 a.m. to Visitation Church, 779 S. York Rd. Elmhurst. Mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials will be appreciated for Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. Info., 630-834-3515 or www.ahlgrim.com Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Sep. 7 to Sep. 8, 2002.

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G Cunningham

November 15, 2023

Looking at my 1968 Glenbard East yearbook and found an ad in rear of yearbook for Suhail Ghattas MD, 837 Westmoor Lombard, Ill, 629-2530. Amazing and Dr Ghattas went on to Elmhurst Hospital. God Bless You Doctor. You were a medical leader!
From GE 1968 and Lilac Princess

Lisa Wohl MD

September 18, 2002

To the Ghattas family:

I just want to let you know that I am just one of a large group of people that worked with Dr Ghattas at GlenOaks hospital and will miss him very much. I had met him as a member of the executive committee at GlenOaks. I admired his forthrightness, sense of humor and balance that he brought to the group as a senior member. I have only been in a leadership role for a short period of time and I looked to him as an example of how a leader should be. I just wanted to express my sincere condolances and to let you know that your loss is shared by many.

Sincerely,

Lisa G Wohl

John James

September 16, 2002

To the Ghattas family,



Dr. Ghattas was a very kind and

understanding man. I have been a

long time patient of his and I will surely miss him.

John A. James

Bob Unger

September 13, 2002

I will miss this no-nonsense mentor. I will never forget his loving anger,when I drove myself to the ER (& He came,only after yelling at me)

I will remember him fondly.

Bob Unger, HealthChicago & Humana.

Char Dudasik

September 9, 2002

Dear Family,

A good Doctor is one who listens & cares.

A great Doctor is one who heals and nurtures.

A Phenominal Doctor is one who cures and enpowers the patcient to move forward to the best of their ability.

Your Husband/father/grandfather was a good great phenominal Doctor. He was also the best friend three of my adopted children had.

Cares and prayers to each and all ,may God comfort you in your time of need

sincerly,a mom of 6

Fred Montag, Jr.

September 9, 2002

My deepest sympathies to the good doctor's family and loved ones. Suhail E. Ghattas M.D. was an extraordinary doctor and a gentleman of the highest esteem. He treated me many years ago, and he improved my life 1000% for the better. He was highly recommended to me by several well known doctors, and I was able to learn a great deal from Dr. Ghattas. With his generous help, I was able to leave my past behind, and finally look forward to the future. Even though that period of my life seems several lifetimes ago, I and my children must offer our thanks to his professionalism and caring wisdom. I can still smell the tobacco from his pipe. May the Supreme Being bless you.

Birendra Sinha, M.D.

September 9, 2002

My sympathy for the family members of Dr. Ghattas. He will be greatly missed.

patricia phillabaum

September 8, 2002

thank you Dr Ghattas, for your kindness, support and for giving my son his life back-but most of all for believing and trusting in his "mother's instincts"...you will be sorely missed..bless you Sir!!

oe h

September 7, 2002

To the family of Dr. Ghattas,

I have been a patient of Dr. Ghattas since July 10, 2001. It is because of his kind words and support that I exist today. Dr. Ghattas was a wonderful man who always provided a warm smile for all. He will surely be missed.

Julie Cunz

September 7, 2002

Debbie and David,

Your father was an extraordinary man with a heart of gold. Through the years, He has helped so many people find happiness in life. I'm so happy I had the opportunity to work for him for so many years. He will be greatly missed by everyone.

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