I was a patient and "fan" of Dr. Grinblatt for 20 years. Sadly, things change. The quality of…read morecommunication with his office has gradually deteriorated. His receptionist concedes that they receive far more letters and faxes than they have time to read, and messages sent via email or North Shore Connect are completely ignored. She advised that the best way of contacting the office was by telephone. But for me, that was equally problematic. It typically took an average of 3 attempts to get through because the voicemail message would keep repeating, and then when someone finally did answer, they would put me on hold and either forget I was there or else disconnect me. When I was finally able to get through and leave a message for the doctor, he would return my call in 3 days ... 3 weeks ... or not at all. Equally frustrating, whenever I came in for an appointment, the doctor would typically be running 30 ... 60 ... or even 90 minutes behind schedule. The final straw was when I needed Dr. Grinblatt's signature on a medical form. To expedite things, I hand-delivered it to his office. He was busy with a patient but the receptionist assured me it would be taken care of. It was not. "I never saw the form!" he insisted. So, I made a special trip to his office to deliver the paperwork and a postpaid envelope a SECOND time. Once again the doctor was busy, so I handed it to his nurse and explained the situation. But the second set of forms mysteriously vanished, too. This is no way to run a medical practice.

My first visit to Dr. Grinblatt went very well. He seemed to have good bedside manner. The more…read moreexperiences I had with him and his office were progressively worse. He and his staff are unresponsive. A recent blood test result was very concerning. I sent a message to his office through Northshore Connect. It's been over a month; still no response. I did some research and made an appointment myself. This is no way for a physician to run his practice.

This has to be the best doctor in the Northwest Suburbs. He is cautious and caring and listens…read moreintently to whatever you have to say. You never feel rushed in his company. I believe he is the main reason my husband is still alive. And I've had some close calls myself. I highly recommend him to anyone who doesn't have an internist or is unhappy with the one they have now. You will not be disappointed.

Dr. Carrasco is wonderful. He listens, gives great advice, is patient and understanding. I always…read moreknow he is taking the time to help and understand me. His practice and support staff are kind and professional.

Dr. Kerstan saved my father's life. Need I say more? He is a caring doctor who goes above and…read morebeyond for his patients. He calls frequently to follow up on lab tests and offers opinions and options or treatment, taking your personal needs into consideration. All my friends, who are nurses, use him too. You can do no better.

Dr. Kerstan's approach to patients is unlike many physicians. He listens, follows up, and most of…read moreall, leads you to a resolution. Thank you, Dr. Kerstan, for your unwavering professionalism.

I was referred to Dr. Khorsand for a hernia. When he came into the examination room where I was…read morewaiting, he was very curt. When I began to explain my issue, he rudely cut me off and said "I don't want to hear any history. You have a hernia." Dr. Khorsand proceeded to check me and verified that I needed surgery. When I began to ask about the surgery, he told me to make another appointment. He spent a total of 4-1/2 minutes with me that day. I made a second appointment but then began to search out the subject. Almost every doctor now does the surgery laproscopically, a minimally invasive way without any major incisions or scarring. I call back Dr. Khorsand's office and asked if he did the surgery laproscopically. The assistant told me that she would ask the doctor and call me back. She did, but her answer was that he would talk about it at our next meeting, a very vague un-answer that should have only been a simple 'yes' or 'no'. I cancelled the next appointment. As a further note, Dr. Khorsand's bio indicates that he has been practicing for 51 years. That makes him around 80 years old. While I don't have an issue with age (I am 77), perhaps he might not be up to newer technology and procedures and is more comfortable with the old ways. Follow-up: I found another doctor at another local hospital that has great reviews for hernia surgery. I visited him and he was friendly and caring, and he spent all the time that I needed, asking me if I had questions. A wonderful change. In addition, this new doctor discovered that I also had a smaller hernia on my other side, something that Dr. Khorsand didn't even check for. I agreed to the suggestion to repair both at the same time, and his assistants sat with me to explain everything, giving me papers with the follow-up. They were also very pleasant. The surgery is scheduled and I'm ready to go with just one visit and a feeling of confidence in my new doctor.

I thought I get some advice how to deal or save my gallbladder, but instead all he said you need…read moresurgery to remove it. They don't want to suggest anything else beside surgery. Why?

Knowledgable, articulate, and truly listens to his patients. And the entire staff is awesome!read more

Dr. Mahdavian is fantastic! I'm so glad that I was referred to him. It's hard to find a doctor who…read morecan actually talk with their patients and understand their concerns- he has great bedside manner. I was referred to him for a second opinion on what was going on with my GI/swallowing troubles. He told me during the first appointment what he thought was going on and after numerous tests and procedures he was 100 percent correct with his thinking- I'm so glad I finally have a correct diagnosis and can move on with surgery to correct the issue. I highly recommend him as a doc. Really nice guy!

Please bear with me as I explain the history leading up to our interaction w/Dr Park. As 2022…read morecomes to a close we have so many things to be grateful for. 2022 was a very tough year for my wife and I in so many ways. She had many health issues that required hospitalization on 3 or 4 occasions. The main cause was diverticulitis & UTI's that kept reoccurring & causing severe infection & pain. It became apparent that the diverticulitis wasn't going to just go away. As is the case during her last hospitalization there were so many interns, residents, doctors & specialists that came to see my wife in the process of determining the issues & what the best course of action would be. It's very frustrating having everyone & everything coming into her room. All the specialists urologists, radiologists, infection control doctors & colon surgeons (Dr Park). Dr Park is a very knowledgeable, likable & personable doctor that took the time to explain what needed to be done to prevent the continuing bouts w/diverticulitis. He said surgery should be done to prevent these reoccurring bouts. He performed the surgery back in November of 2022 & as of this date April 12 2023 there haven't been any reoccurring bouts with my wife's diverticulitis. Thank you Dr Park for a great job. We are both very grateful that things have returned to normal.

The front desk receptionist were quite rude. I did not appreciate how they spoke to older…read moreindividuals. I expect front desk receptionist to be understanding and friendly and they were not. I waited an hour for my visit and expressed my urgency for another appointment I had and they still wanted to charge me a $25 late fee. I understand patients take longer and may need more time, I was willing to reschedule. Doctors were nice.

My husbands Doctor Great diagnostician and my husband loved…read morehim Sadly he's retiring Sad to see him go

Dr. Zallik, I'd follow him anywhere. Absolutely stunning diagnostician, intuitive, empathic,…read morehilarious, and a warm kind and felt caring person (His staff is wonderful as well.) He listens and participates with you as few doctors still do. NWM is fortunate to have his practice. Dr Z absolutely partners with you when he is caring for your health. There's a very good reason this doctor has all five star reviews out of dozens.

I love this team!!! Every one truly wants to help you! Facility is very clean, the drs are always…read morespending the time to listen to your needs and concerns. What more can you ask for from a medical team?!

Ever since Dr Ninan left the practice, Dr Joel Kragt is up to being a money hungry not caring…read moredoctor. He was my primary care physician for more than 10 years. I switched to Dr Ninan ever since Dr Kragt wanted to see me before he would prescribe an antibiotic for Cellulitis. I was out of town and since I am a diabetic, attention needed to be about my cellulitis, not seeing him first. Remember i am out of town. So i called my endocrinologist, she took care of this immediately. After a hip replacement, Dr Kragt treated me for a UTI. He never followed up and which caused my hip to get infected and having to be removed. I was without a hip for almost 6 months. When asking Dr Kragt about this he denied that he even treated me. WOW, I guess Walgreens was lying about the medicate you prescribed. Sorry Dr Kragt, time to take care of your patients and the not the almighty $$$.