What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.86
Average wait time
4.72
Bedside manner
4.74
“It was a good experience, the provider was nice and knowledgeable. I already booked a second appointment.”
Karen S.March 1, 2026Video visit
“I’ve seen several psychiatrists over the years mostly due to changes in insurance. I was concerned about my appointment with Dr Ahmed Hussain as I believe you need to feel comfortable and trust the individual you are confiding in with your mental health. That had not always been the situation in which I had found myself.
Dr Hussain made me feel very comfortable and created an environment that was safe where I could trust him with my care. He understood my concerns, clearly articulated his care plan, next steps, and included me in the decision making process. His bedside manner was excellent. He was easy to talk to and very gentle.
Dr Hussain’s office in downtown Westmont was easy to get to, near the train station, had plenty of parking, and with Saturday hours, it was perfect.
I left Dr Hussain’s office feeling much better and am glad he was on Zocdoc. I would definitely recommend Dr Ahmed Hussain and will continue seeing him.”
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About Dr. Ahmed Hussain
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Psychiatry Consultation
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Ahmed Hussain
DISCLAIMER: ONLY TAKING PPO
$75.00 NO-SHOW FEE WILL BE CHARGED FOR NO-SHOWS OR CANCELLATIONS LESS THAN 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist trained in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. I earned my Doctor of Medicine and completed my fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at the University of Chicago, and I completed my psychiatry residency at Harvard University. I have over 30 years of experience in mental health services and have trained hundreds of medical students and residents from the University of Chicago, University of Illinois at Chicago, and Midwestern University. I am currently the Chairman of Psychiatry at Loyola McNeal Hospital and Chief Medical Officer at Streamwood Behavioral Health Systems, a premier psychiatric hospital.
What should a new client know about working with you?
A higher level of mental health care with End-End support
Burlington Health Services (BHS) is a premier mental health clinic committed to providing compassionate, quality, evidence-based mental health treatments. Led by a board-certified Psychiatrist trained at Harvard Medical School, our goal is to provide clients with a more dynamic level of care. Our treatment philosophy is one of "shared decision making" and we take pride in being empathic toward clients. We strive to develop a genuine therapeutic relationship with each client to ensure we have a good understanding of their concerns and goals and to help them have a higher understanding of their mental health and care.
We provide individualized treatment plans for each person who receives ongoing services. Each treatment plan addresses the individual’s needs and incorporates a holistic approach to include family, school/occupation, primary care, and spiritual dimension as appropriate.
Utilizing advanced technology and evidenced-based treatment, we maintain a private and secure communication channel with our patients, while collaborating with other care providers to ensure our clients are successful in reaching their mental health goals.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our treatment philosophy is one of "shared decision making" and we take pride in being empathic toward clients.
We strive to develop a genuine therapeutic relationship with each client to ensure we have a good understanding of their concerns and goals and to help them have a higher understanding of their mental health and care.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $250 for 40 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 20 minutes
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
More information on payments and coverage
I am only accepting Medicare part a and B Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO United behavior health or United healthcare PPO and Cigna PPO.
No HMO PLEASE. No Medicaid programs like Blue Cross community.
Office location
Dr. Ahmed Hussain, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Chicago, Doctor of Medicine
- Harvard University, Residency in Psychiatric
- University of Chicago, Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
- 2021 Top Doctor Award - Psychiatry 2018,2019 Nominated for Doctor of the Year @ MacNeal Hospital 2004-2005 America’s Top Psychiatrist Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 2001-2005 Chicago Top Doctors
NPI number
1396877767
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.86
Wait time
4.72
Bedside manner
4.74
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It was a good experience, the provider was nice and knowledgeable. I already booked a second appointment.
March 1, 2026Karen S.Verified patientVideo visit
I was a little intimidated at first, but was i so wrong. He was a very nice doctor and great listener. will be back.
November 2, 2023Maritza V.Verified patient
I really appreciated the way my psychiatrist advocated for me and helped me adjust my medications.
July 4, 2024Paul G.Verified patient
Very good listener ask all the right questions I would recommend anybody to see Dr Hassan
January 7, 2024James D.Verified patient
I’ve seen several psychiatrists over the years mostly due to changes in insurance. I was concerned about my appointment with Dr Ahmed Hussain as I believe you need to feel comfortable and trust the individual you are confiding in with your mental health. That had not always been the situation in which I had found myself.
Dr Hussain made me feel very comfortable and created an environment that was safe where I could trust him with my care. He understood my concerns, clearly articulated his care plan, next steps, and included me in the decision making process. His bedside manner was excellent. He was easy to talk to and very gentle.
Dr Hussain’s office in downtown Westmont was easy to get to, near the train station, had plenty of parking, and with Saturday hours, it was perfect.
I left Dr Hussain’s office feeling much better and am glad he was on Zocdoc. I would definitely recommend Dr Ahmed Hussain and will continue seeing him.
February 22, 2026Initials hidden
Professional, caring, knowledgeable, thorough. The appointment was extremely helpful and helped to adjust medication; He is a good listener and discussed issues in a supportive and positive manner.
November 28, 2025Initials hidden
Great experience. Experienced doctor.
August 14, 2025Omar H.Verified patient
I’ve been extremely impressed with Dr. Ahmed Hussain, MD and his secretary. From the moment I called in the evening many days before my appointment. Also the secretary personally answered my phone call that evening. I was even more impressed when the secretary called the night before to confirm . they’ve gone above and beyond to make me feel cared for. Dr. Hussain was attentive and compassionate, what a good listener and retains information. The office itself is warm and welcoming. I always felt safe knowing they’d answer my call at any time. I’ve never felt more supported by a medical team—thank you all for making every interaction so special!
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April 29, 2025Amelia S.Verified patient
Doctor Hussain was kind and very intelligent
April 3, 2025Aimee M.Verified patient
Good listener and really took the time to hear my concerns and hope for outcomes! I am so impressed with how efficient and responsive he is and I have seen several psychiatrist in the past and I have finally found someone who is compassionate and genuinely cares about my wellbeing! Highly recommended
May 21, 2024jaime R.Verified patient
The experience was wonderful! Super easy to use they reminded me of the appointment a few times before the appointment! They let me put all of my insurance information in ahead of time soo that when I walked into the office I was already ready to go right in and see the doctor!
February 12, 2024Patrick H.Verified patient
I met with Dr. Hussain as a new patient so I could continue with my current prescriptions. He did not understand why I was on 2 antidepressants, despite explaining that one is an SSRI purely to treat symptoms of post menstrual dysphoric disorder, but he did not seem to know much about PMDD or how it is treated with SSRIs, and he had no interest in asking any follow up questions to understand. I became emotional during the session as he determined within the first 5 minutes of sitting down that I was on too many unnecessary medications that all did the same thing (I take 2 meds daily and ritalin as needed) but rather than offer any kind of emotional support he just asked if I cry like this often. I’m suicidal without my medications so yeah I would prefer to keep taking them.
Dr. Hussein has a lot of experience and is clearly very confident in his skills, but if you are a woman who values being taken seriously I would strongly suggest looking into someone else
December 4, 2023Julia L.Verified patient
No wait at all, listened patiently and provided sound feedback and meds as needed. He is extremely knowledgeable regarding his craft. I would definitely recommend him to anyone in need of this specialist.
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Is Dr. Ahmed Hussain accepting new patients?
Dr. Ahmed Hussain generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Hussain's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Ahmed Hussain accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Ahmed Hussain online?
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What practice does Dr. Ahmed Hussain work with?
Dr. Ahmed Hussain works with Burlington Health Services.
Where is Dr. Ahmed Hussain's office located?
Dr. Ahmed Hussain has 3 office locations, including in Westmont, Spillertown, and Eland, view full addresses on Dr. Hussain's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmed Hussain have?
Dr. Ahmed Hussain is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology), and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ahmed Hussain?
Dr. Ahmed Hussain frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ahmed Hussain on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Ahmed Hussain speak?
Dr. Ahmed Hussain speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Ahmed Hussain in reviews?
56 patients have reviewed Dr. Ahmed Hussain. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.86/5. They have a 4.74/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.72/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.