Outstanding, personable, thorough, professional. Also works to stay current on new information…read moreabout pharmaceuticals.

Wow, where do I start with Dr. Ng. As a newcomer to Chicago who experienced a whole host of health…read moreproblems right up front, I was hardly in the mood or place for the infamously difficult health care system. I went to Dr. Ng on a whim, desperate for sleep after going through some horrible days, and he instantly put me at ease. His bedside manner is exceptional. . . really the best I've experienced, and I've been to a lot of doctors! Not only was he wonderful with me in the office, spending all the time I needed, he does not hesitate to return my phone calls after I had many follow-up questions. Though I felt like a hypochondriac, his calm vibe, attention to detail and sincere care and concern for my condition really made me feel hopeful and happy. He is a rarity in the medical field. A real gem. Thank you, Dr. Ng.

I hate getting sick. Hate. It…read more I came here for a few reasons. One of my clients loves going to Dr Lavery. raves about how attentive he is, calls her back, her husband and her sisters all go to him. Yelpers are raving about him. I thought I was coming down with a sinus infection or the cold that wouldn't go away and wanted to see him about a physical down the road. I made an appointment and they got me in to see him the next day. Despite the CTA screwing me over and barely a taxi cab in site, I did manage to make it to my appointment with literally a minute to spare. If you are 15 minutes late, you have to reschedule and will be charged a late fee. Whew..... Well, I got it all answered for you. Dr. Lavery is nice, quick, informative with out going over your head, gives you all your options when faced with decisions and let you make the choice. He's about business, but with a smile and wants to make sure you are comfortable. Not about wasting your time, but still giving you the time you need. He actually did the physical and made sure everything was working order. They were. Which, of course, makes me happy. Hopefully I don't have to see him until my next physical, but at least I know I will be in good hands. Now, turn your head and cough.

After coming down with mono two weeks ago, I had to find an internist to do some follow-up blood…read morework ASAP. Yelpers seem to love Dr. Anne Suh, but she was booked through February, so I took an appointment with another doctor in her office, Dr. Lavery. The problem wasn't really with him, although he did criticize my drinking and recreational drug use, and then almost immediately offer to write me a prescription for happy pills. The problem was with the nurses. A young nurse with an Olympia College name badge came in to check my height and weight. She seemed unfamiliar with how to use a balance scale and it was obvious she was nervous. Later she returned and it was apparent that she was going to be the one drawing my blood. I'm alright with needles and my veins are easy to hit, but when she ties and reties the rubber strap more than once and then asks me whether or not she should be tying a butterfly knot, I started to freak. Everyone needs to practice, but I didn't want to be her pin cushion. I asked her if she could find someone to help her and she said, "Are you sure? I've done this SEVERAL times." YES, I'M SURE. She returned with another nurse who acted like her presence was unnecessary, yet proceeded to correct the first nurse's choice of needle, retie her knot, and readjust her supplies. Even after all that, they ended up poking me three times. Jerks.

The only problem with going to the most popular doc on Yelp is that it can be quite difficult to…read moreget an appointment! After a week of coughing and sneezing I called Dr Suh's office prepared to beg for an appointment that day. It turned out I didn't need to do much begging...there were able to fit me in with their Physician Assistant an hr later. Hurray! I don't take pleasure in visiting any dr, but this office is the exception. Everyone (and seriously everyone) is sooo nice! Friendly receptionist, super sweet nurse and Sharon the Physician Assistant was wonderful as well! I didn't feel rushed at all because Sharon, who sounds eerily similar to Ellen Page from Juno, spent a good amount of time chatting with me how I was feeling. After a blood test and confirming I was full of mucus (lovely, I know) she prescribed a z-pack to make me all better. Oh, how I love antibiotics. I left without even seeing Dr Suh, yet it was another 5 star experience!

tl;dr: Dr. Suh is the best doctor I've ever had, hands down. And if you have trouble with contact,…read moreuse MyChart (mychart[dot]nm[dot]org). Dr. Suh is attentive, simultaneously both friendly and professional, doesn't rush you out the door, asks the right questions (she doesn't wait for YOU to mention that weird mole or why you've been refilling your xanax more frequently or whatever...), she's good at sensing/reading that there's something you want to ask but about which you might be afraid or embarrassed (I got over that long ago, but was a big help when I started seeing her about 9 years ago), and if you have test results, follows up with a phone call even if they're normal. And here's a big one - she treats you with respect. I've seen a few doctors in Chicago who have treated me like a child (one who did that recently was almost certainly younger than me) or an idiot (I'd like to think I'm not - I read a ton about medicine and science in general out of sheer curiosity, have a background in chemistry, and come off as well-spoken and intelligent [so I've been told]). I've seen a lot of reviews here complaining about the office staff, perhaps at the old location on Washington. They weren't without flaws, but I've seen MUCH worse (*ahem*women'shealthconsulting*ahem*). I think there might be a completely new staff at the Delano location, but I'm not sure; I've only had one visit there. The one complaint I have from my only visit to the new office is that, although I was quite early & Dr. Suh was running a little behind, they didn't offer to draw blood or get a urine sample while I was waiting (it was an annual exam - they ALWAYS do blood & urine). I probably could have asked though, or maybe there's a new protocol or something. Not the end of the world, for sure. If you have trouble getting in touch due to the Northwestern bureaucracy, I'd highly suggest using the MyChart portal to send messages to Dr. Suh, schedule appointments, ask for refills, etc. It really does work, I've never had a problem with it at all. Sadly, I'm moving out of state in about 6 or 8 months, so unless I get sick between now and then (fingers crossed I stay healthy this winter!), my most recent visit with her will be my last.

Have been seeing Emily for years now for at least annual appointments. She takes ample time to get…read moreto roots of challenges - sits down with me for an hour which is unheard of for physicians- and gives a full range of information to empower and guide my choices as a consumer. Not to mention she authentically walks the walk. When I had an insurance mixup and mistakingly visited without any insurance, the office billed me with a fair flat out of pocket rate for the careful time spent with me. As someone passionate about research and health and wellness, she restored my faith in the medical realm and has been a consistent ally along my health and healing journey.

I have been going to see Dr. Emily Lindner for about a year now. She was referred to me by family…read more Dr. Lindner is the by far the ABSOLUTE BEST doctor I have gone to see. Her office is cozy and calming, without the buzz of a reception desk. Cady, Dr. Lindner's therapy dog frequents the office, she is the sweetest. The one-on-one attention is wonderful and unmatched. From the time I sit down in her office I feel like she is engaged in everything I say and really hears me. She is thoughtful and kind. Dr. Lindner's education shines through when offering suggestions to my various issues. She is very insightful. When I leave her office I feel more educated about myself, and my issue(s). I leave with a plan to go forward. I can not say enough about Dr. Lindner and recommend her to everyone.

SUMMARY: If you're looking for a Primary Care Physician in Chicago, you really can't do better than…read moreDr. Reyes. TLDR: Yelp says that 5 stars means, "Woohoo! As good as it gets!" and in this case, I could not agree more. The office itself is great. The staff are nice and seem pretty organized, and I book my appointments online without issue. I am also usually able to get a spot within a reasonable period of time (not 6-8 weeks out like so many Chicago doctors). However, the real reason for the 5th star is Dr. Reyes. Dr. Reyes has the best bedside manner of any doctor I've ever seen. She actually takes the time to listen to your symptoms, concerns, and history. Dr. Reyes also seems to genuinely care about my health and well-being as much as I do, acting sympathetic toward even seemingly minor complaints. Miraculously, she is able to give this much attention to her patients and STILL her office runs on time. I don't know how she does it--I've never waited more than 5 minutes for an appointment. I first saw Dr. Reyes in January 2014 when she was with the Advocate group. I was disappointed when I called later for another appointment and they told me she was no longer there. The staff had no information on where she was practicing or how to contact. I was forced to try other PCPs, and it was only when I needed a check-up in 2017 that I finally found Dr. Reyes again. I was thrilled and relieved (and clearly, my positive memories of her held up). If there were ever a doctor worth tracking down, it's Maria Reyes!

Maria Reyes and her team are incredible. I had a review from 9 years ago and felt the need to…read moreupdate it. She genuinely cares about her patients and is patient and understanding. Both she and Dr Goldfarb used to work in the same women's practice as Janet Cudahy. When Janet retired, the two of them moved over to work at rush. Both are incredible internist doctors and wonderful humans.

I think I found the best internist, EVER. Setting up an appointment was a breeze - the…read morereceptionist, Angie, is a sweetheart, and she was able to squeeze me in when luckily there was a cancellation. The office is located off of St. Clair in the Northwestern Memorial building (and there is validated parking available); the office is very cute, clean, and modern, and I waited less than 10 minutes after my scheduled time (which is pretty much unheard of; the receptionist also apologized which I thought was ridiculous!). I filled out basic medical history and such on their patient portal beforehand, which I thought was quite convenient and makes things more efficient. I was really excited with all the raving reviews on not only on Yelp, but on other health websites that rated Dr. O'Mara. When the doc walked in, she was extremely nice, very knowledgeable, straightforward, a great listener, gentle, professional, and very informative. She listened to all of my health issues as well as my thoughts and opinions, and basically gave me a plan of action. She took her time with me, asking questions, and the whole time, I was not felt rushed! The best thing is that she was very genuine and I was extremely comfortable, being a new patient with all these high expectations! There is a lab on-site, and the phlebotomist, Lauren P., was so sweet and kind, and drawing blood was not at all uncomfortable (considering I have a very low threshold of pain and am such a pansy!). Dr. O'Mara and everyone on staff seems to be extremely detail-oriented and organized (which I absolutely love). The high ratings on the doc do not do her justice - she really is AWESOME. I have a follow-up next week am actually looking forward to a doctor's appointment - isn't that crazy?! I am looking forward in being Dr. O'Mara's patient for years to come! +ask for Angie, the receptionist :D +Dr. O'Mara = AWESOME +limited parking (park at garage)

I wish I could give Dr. O'Mara higher praise than 5 stars. I have recommended friends and…read morecoworkers alike, and now I recommend her to you. Dr. O'Mara's office is a clean, modern one-physician practice. She exhibits all of the professionalism and knowledge I have come to expect and appreciate from Northwestern practitioners and affiliates. I was randomly assigned to her through Northwestern's physician referral practice after I suffered a serious medical event and I was shocked by how great my experiences with her have been. My initial consultation was in her office, where she interviewed me about all of my health concerns, family history, and really took the time to get to know both me as a person and my health issues. Despite a relatively complicated health history, Dr. O'Mara has gone above and beyond. She takes the time to research issues about my medicine and listens to my questions, no matter how silly they may seem to me, in a non judgmental environment. She has followed up on problems or before procedures through phone calls about things I, at times, hadn't even thought about. She is always eager to explain these things to me. She truly cares about her patient's well being and happiness -- even following up on what I thought about places she had sent me for a referral. In short, I have never received this level of care with any doctor before. Her assistant, Angie, is also very nice and helpful. To top it off, it's extremely easy to make appointments here, and Dr. O'Mara keeps an electronic portal where you can ask her questions, view your test results quickly, and access other features from your visits. If you need a new internal medicine doctor, visit Dr. O'Mara.

Dr Lickerman saved my life. If it wasn't for his expert care, I probably would have died years ago…read more With our fragmented and crappy healthcare system it is often hard to get appointments with your primary MD and when you do, they often only have a few rushed minutes to spend with you. My first visit with Dr Lickerman was almost 2 hours. He really takes his time with you and offers the best advice. He is a very knowledgeable MD. I'm glad I found him. I trust him to advocate the best things for me. His staff is also great. Friendly and I always feel welcome there. If you're looking for a new MD, I would highly recommend Dr. Alex Lickerman.

I'd highly recommend ImagineMd. My doctor is amazingly responsive and invest his time in…read moreunderstanding my health. Easily the best doctor I have ever been too!

I made the mistake of fostering two kittens for 11 days. I grew up with cats and have been…read morevolunteering at PAWS for a year, so I thought I could live with pets. I was very, very wrong. It turns out, extended exposure to pets causes my body to go haywire. I called Dr. Sabin's office after painful rashes that cracked and bled appeared on my hands and constant wheezing and coughing kept me up all night for three days. I got in the next day. He saw me on time. He immediately prescribed me what I needed so I could finally get rest. And during my visit, he gave me a flu shot! Just a day after I saw him, I feel much better. My wheezing and coughing have substantially decreased already. That Dr. Sabin is both an internist and an allergist is a godsend. I feel very fortunate to have him as my doctor. His level of professionalism and care is outstanding.

Great doctor , caring , attentive and available to your…read moremail in My Chart. Great office with lab on the floor. I highly recommend him.

I found Michigan Avenue Internists a few years ago through Zocdoc. And I wouldn't hesitate to…read morerecommend coming here! Dr. Ballintine is hands down one of the best doctors I've ever seen, and I feel so lucky to have her as my primary care physician! Someone once told me your primary care doctor should be like your healthcare quarterback, managing all your concerns and sending you out for referrals as necessary. Dr. Ballintine does just that, with quick and easy referrals to Northwestern when needed and most things managed in-house. She's helped me with everything from migraines and anxiety to infections and annual physicals. Working in healthcare myself, I know I'm a bit of a doctor snob. But Dr. Ballintine exceeds my expectations for what primary care should look like. She's thorough (but not overly so), personable, and remembers each of my healthcare issues (likely thanks to great documentation -- also a plus). Appointments are easy to schedule, and she's quick to respond to messages on the patient portal. Literally zero complaints. Bonus: Michigan Avenue Internists just recently moved to a new office, and it's BEAUTIFUL.

I can never see my doctor or matter fact any of the other doctors. There's no appointments…read moreavailable on chart..even when you call 99% time your doctor can't see you. I like most of the doctors but what the point when you can't see them. In a process of looking for another place/doctor to go. And no one really cares even your doctor. The place sucks now.

I first began working with Dr. Alex at the Pazio institute 2-3 years ago. I live in San Diego and…read morewas introduced to Dr. Alex through mutual friends. Though the Pazio institute is in Chicago I've never had a problem getting the care I need from so far away. I began care because of a history of slight energy problems, memory issues, a history of many concussions (likely linked with the aforementioned) and a desire to optimize my health. That being said I am and was a very active healthy person with a diet that was super dialed in. I'm also a doctor in a health field so I have a good background to work from. I felt very comfortable choosing Dr. Alex for this reason. There are so many things That have impressed me about The Pazio Institute including: the diverse and expansive background Dr. Alex has in all realms of health, the wholistic foundation of the office, the helpful/knowledgeable staff, and Dr. Alex's warm personality and sincere interest in helping his clients. He truly is an incredible human being and doctor! The results of my health optimization journey so far have included: chelating out heavy metals (we discovered I had high levels of lead), I've optimized my supplements to make sure I'm getting all the nutrients I need and not storing problematic things I don't need (We discovered a couple of mild/common genetic anomalies that can be easily managed if monitored), and I did a mental acuity test to see if all area of my brain are functioning properly after having several concussions in my life. All of the care has resulted in me having more energy, better memory, and I don't have to worry about a high chance of getting Alzheimer's now.

From the owner: About Dr. Paziotopoulos Alexander Paziotopoulos, MD, FAARFM…read moretakes a solution-based approach to healing the physical, mental, and emotional health of his patients at The Pazio Institute in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago. As an expert in anti-aging, regenerative, and functional medicine, Dr. Paziotopoulos incorporates a variety of disciplines into his practice to ensure individuals, especially those over 50, enjoy a long and happy life. He values building the long-term relationships necessary to co-create a roadmap for longevity and good health. As a fellowship-trained physician, Dr. Paziotopoulos has experience in addressing numerous health issues with the most innovative treatment options. However, he puts focus on the preventive methods available to slow down, or even reverse, the progress of aging. Dr. Paziotopoulos is as committed to his preventive medicine programs as his patients are, dedicating his time to ensure the highest-quality results. After receiving his medical degree from St. Matthew's University School of Medicine in the Cayman Islands, Dr. Paziotopoulos finished his residencies in family practice at Mercer University and the Medical Center of Central Georgia, both in Macon, Georgia. Dr. Paziotopoulos continued his education by completing a fellowship in anti-aging, regenerative, and functional medicine at the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine...