Northwestern Medicine Heart & Vascular
Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery
312-NM-HEART
4.9 out of 5
126,306 verified ratings
126,306 Ratings, 60,085 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
AI Overview
Patients consistently describe Northwestern Heart & Vascular as knowledgeable, compassionate, professional, and highly attentive. Across clinicians, people value being heard, having concerns taken seriously, and receiving detailed explanations in understandable language without feeling rushed. Many comments highlight clear care plans, thoughtful recommendations, review of results and imaging, and confidence in clinical judgment. The group is also praised for friendliness, calming bedside manner, personalized support, and efficient follow-up. Several patients report feeling comfortable and empowered to make decisions. Exceptional outcomes include life-saving cardiac care, successful closure of a heart defect, and a painless procedure performed with step-by-step communication.
Generated from the text of patient reviews
This AI summary is automatically generated from published patient reviews. It highlights common themes from the reviews, but as with all AI-generated content, there may be errors. Please exercise caution and refer to the original reviews for full context.
Feb 28, 2026
Nauman Mushtaq, MD
Dr. Mushtaq explains everything to me in as much detail as I ask for.
He is very knowledgeable and I never feel rushed in my appointments.
Feb 28, 2026
Nausheen Akhter, MD
Very knowledgeable
Feb 28, 2026
Natalie T. Autenzio, APRN, CNP
I finally found someone who will listen to me.
Feb 28, 2026
Natalie T. Autenzio, APRN, CNP
Natalie is a smart professional. She exhibits compassion and dedication yo her patients,9
Feb 28, 2026
Michael J. Severino, MD
Takes time,answers all questions.
Feb 28, 2026
Issam A. Mikati, MD
Dr. Mikati is an expert at genuinely connecting with his patients with his wonderful sense of humor and attentive caring manor. I really appreciate the high level of care I have been receiving from him.
Feb 28, 2026
Arif Jivan, MD, PhD
He is very friendly and extremely competent professional.
Feb 28, 2026
Chintan S. Desai, MD
I would like to see anyone else have the same results.
Feb 28, 2026
DANIEL A ROWAN, DO
Dr. Rowan was kind, extremely thorough and explained everything in great detail, but simply enough to understand.
Feb 28, 2026
Michelle Campbell, APRN, CNP
She listened to my concerns and we talked about what to do next.
Feb 28, 2026
Calyn J. Georgacopoulos, APRN, CNP
Calyn is thorough and takes time with me and answers my questions and keeps me healthy.
Feb 28, 2026
Majed Afana, MD
He is very kind, listens, give his feedback and is a calming person.
Feb 28, 2026
Abrar Ouri, APRN, CNP
Caring and proactive
Feb 28, 2026
Abrar Ouri, APRN, CNP
Competent and friendly
Feb 28, 2026
Jaklyn B. Lynch, PA-C
Knowledgeable
Good listener
Professional
Kind
Feb 28, 2026
Cameron Haery, MD
Interesting and helpful
Feb 28, 2026
Stephanie N. Ganz, PA-C
Dr GANZ IS VERY FRIENDLY EASY TO TALK TO SHE EXPLAINED QUESTIONS I ASKED OF HER AND OFFERED SUGGESTIONS FREELY
SHE UNDERSTOOD WHAT I PRESENTED TO HER WELL
Feb 28, 2026
Christopher J. Berry, MD
Knowledge and good bedside manner
Feb 28, 2026
Kaleigh L. Evans, MD
Dr. Evans knows her specialty but also treats the patient as special too.
Feb 28, 2026
Luke Arnfelt, APRN, CNP
Explained everything well, answered all questions.
Feb 28, 2026
Tim S. Provias, MD
He’s fabulous. Very professional. He treats patients like human beings with feelings, fears & answering questions
Feb 28, 2026
Ankur Shah, MD
He is so good, conpassionate and smart. He listens to what his patients think. He is wonderful.
Feb 28, 2026
Ankur Shah, MD
Dr. Shah was attentive, informative and very positive.
Feb 28, 2026
Sarah S. Greenaway, APRN, CNP
Sarah took her time and went over results and numbers. She also answered all of my questions and did not rush my follow up. I was so impressed that I scheduled my next 6 month follow up with Sarah.
Feb 27, 2026
Benjamin H. Freed, MD
Dr. Freed is thorough and listens.
Feb 27, 2026
Mohammed Ruzieh, MD
Very knowledgeable and helpful
Feb 27, 2026
George E. Havelka, MD
Pleasant, professional and helpful! Tell him thank you!
Feb 27, 2026
Heather Anne Sandler, APRN, CNP
Heather was excellent in her knowledge, recommendations, and expertise. Very comfortable with the changes to be made and the next steps to get back on track.
Feb 27, 2026
Amit Sachdeva, MD
The doctor was thorough and clear with my concerns and next steps.
Feb 27, 2026
Micah J. Eimer, MD
Good Dr
Feb 27, 2026
Manfred J. Pyka, MD
He explained everything and showed concerned about what I had going on
Feb 27, 2026
Monica Gingell, APRN, CNP
She was concerned and extremely willing to listen which many doctors don't do. She gave me good feedback.
Feb 27, 2026
Courtney Bartelstein, PA-C
Always gets back in a timely manner.
Feb 27, 2026
Nancy C. Melde, APRN, CNP
Nancy was very nice and thorough. I would recommend her to everyone. I also felt at ease with her.
Feb 27, 2026
Calyn J. Georgacopoulos, APRN, CNP
Calyn was prompt, pleasant and very helpful
Feb 27, 2026
Abrar Ouri, APRN, CNP
Very detailed analysis of my condition
Feb 27, 2026
Anita W. Asgar, MD
Extremely skilled cardiologist, highly personable, and a real leader in her field.
Feb 27, 2026
Amy Kutska, PA-C
She was informative and described everything in detail. Answered my questions in full and helped me understand the issues.
Feb 27, 2026
Amita Singh, MD
Excellent in all areas!
Feb 27, 2026
William P. Towne, MD
Very detailed explanation and rationale
Feb 27, 2026
Maitrayee S. Vadali, MD
Dr Vadali was very professional and very knowledgeable. She was very caring and took the time to explain everything.
Feb 27, 2026
Susan Collazo, APRN, CNP
Very informative and professional.
Feb 27, 2026
Sherazuddin Qureshi, MD
Good Doctor
Feb 27, 2026
Michael J. Severino, MD
Dr Severino saved my husband life about 41/2 yrs
Ago and he is so compassionate and caring
Feb 27, 2026
Benjamin H. Freed, MD
The nurses
Feb 27, 2026
Mohammed Ruzieh, MD
Very personal, great communication
Feb 27, 2026
Mohamed M.H. Al-Kazaz, MD
He is very bright and friendly and takes his time explaining the details and his recommendations for next steps.
Feb 27, 2026
Mugurel Bazavan, MD
Outstanding care,exceptional knowledge,professional and personal. I have complete confidence in his judgment.
Feb 27, 2026
Mugurel Bazavan, MD
He’s very kind and professional. A very good doctor
Feb 27, 2026
Mugurel Bazavan, MD
He is very thorough and professional.