Dr. Gordon Gluckman is a highly respected, board-certified urologist providing comprehensive adult urologic care to patients throughout the Chicago area. He has been recognized as a Chicago Top Doctor for the past ten years by U.S. News Media and Castle Connolly Medical, reflecting his consistent commitment to clinical excellence and patient care.

Dr. Gluckman earned his undergraduate degree from Kenyon College, where he was selected for membership in the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. He received his medical degree from Northwestern University and completed his urology residency at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers.

He has a strong clinical interest in urologic oncology, with advanced expertise in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery, while also enjoying and practicing all aspects of adult urology. Dr. Gluckman remains actively engaged in the evolving field of urology through ongoing research, publication, and regular lecturing. He is a member of multiple urologic and surgical professional societies and is dedicated to staying current with the latest evidence-based treatments.

Patients value Dr. Gluckman for his thoughtful, approachable manner, clear communication, and individualized approach to care.

Conditions Treated

Dr. Gluckman evaluates and treats a wide range of adult urologic conditions, including:

• Prostate cancer and other urologic cancers
• Kidney and bladder conditions
• Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH / enlarged prostate)
• Blood in the urine (hematuria)
• Urinary symptoms, including frequency, urgency, and weak stream
• Urinary tract conditions affecting adult men
• General adult urology concerns

He works closely with patients to develop care plans that reflect both medical best practices and individual goals.

Procedures & Treatments

Dr. Gluckman offers advanced diagnostic and surgical care, with a focus on minimally invasive approaches when appropriate. Services include:

• Robotic-assisted urologic surgery
• Laparoscopic urologic surgery
• Surgical and non-surgical treatment of urologic cancers
• Comprehensive prostate evaluation and treatment
• Personalized management of urinary symptoms

When surgery is recommended, Dr. Gluckman emphasizes techniques designed to improve outcomes while supporting a safe recovery and return to daily activities.

Awards and Credentials

• America's Top Doctors (book series): 10th Edition, 11th Edition, 12th Edition, 13th Edition, 14th Edition, 15th Edition, 1st Edition, 2nd Edition, 3rd Edition, 4th Edition, 5th Edition, 6th Edition, 7th Edition, 8th Edition, 9th Edition
• Chicago Magazine's Top Doctors in Chicago: 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025
• America's Top Doctors for Cancer (book series): 10th Edition, 11th Edition, 1st Edition, 2nd Edition, 3rd Edition, 4th Edition, 5th Edition, 6th Edition, 7th Edition, 8th Edition, 9th Edition
• Newsweek: 2015
• Castle Connolly America's Top Doctors (digital guide): 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
• Castle Connolly America's Top Doctors for Cancer (digital guide): 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
• Chicago Magazine's Top Cancer Doctors in Chicago: 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
• Chicago Magazine-Aging: 2020
• Chicago Magazine - Surgery: 2021
• Modern Luxury Chicago: 2023