Kaustubha Patil, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Cardiac Electrophysiology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine - 2010
Residency:
Johns Hopkins University - 2013
Fellowships:
Johns Hopkins University - 2017
Johns Hopkins University - 2019

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

486 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

45 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

45 Reviews

April 28, 2024

5.0

Dr Patil listened, spent a lot of time answering questions, and tried to accommodate my health issues into my upcoming travel plans.

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April 26, 2024

5.0

The doctor was very congenial, explained everything to me clearly

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Very well at explaining your conditions and options for care.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patil truly takes great care of his patients. He takes the time to make sure all of your questions are answered and that if you need him he is always available. What more can you ask for?

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April 17, 2024

5.0

He listens and is obviously pretty good at what he does

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April 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patil was very knowledgeable, very clear in his presentation, answer all questions in detail, and had excellent interpersonal skills.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

They way he educated me on my condition and the possible procedures. Was able to explain to me the mechanics through a diagram he made.

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March 31, 2024

5.0

Dr Kaustubha explained the medical issues very clearly and made sure I understood everything he said.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

He was well knowledge and very kind...listened well and didn't rush us

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Open to discussion. Friendly and pleasant! Sure can type fast!

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March 03, 2024

5.0

He is very nice and knowledgeable. Only had one appointment with him so far.

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March 01, 2024

5.0

Dr Patil is easy to understand and provides a detailed treatment plan for consideration. He gives you his full attention in discussing your health issues.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

I have received great care so far.

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February 11, 2024

5.0

Through

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Patil is a wonderful professional who takes the time to answer your questions and makes you feel very comfortable Truly a very nice person

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Very clear explanations.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Patil answered all my questions and had a great bedside manner. I felt very comfortable with him as my doctor.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Good listener Very good advice

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Good work

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Comforting.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

He was extremely professional, very knowledgeable with my condition and had exceptional communication skills. I felt that he was through and spent time with me explaining different options to manage my cardiac issues.

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December 22, 2023

5.0

Articulate/great training/compassionate

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Really smart nice guy. Answered all my questions and did not rush.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Dr Patil was outstanding!! He took time to thoroughly explain my heart condition to me. He gave me my range of options and recommendations on the course of treatment.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Smart, personable, takes time to answer questions

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November 24, 2023

5.0

The guy fixed my heart and didn't crack my chest. That's a medical miracle.

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November 18, 2023

5.0

Great expertise. Very patient. Excellent communication skills. Enthusiastic and engaging. Obviously has expertise in his field.

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November 12, 2023

5.0

Fibrillation and A-fib are gone ..... for now. He is a nice guy.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Good listener. Answers questions with helpful and informative information. Gives patients time to ask questions.

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November 03, 2023

5.0

DR. KAUSTUBHA D. PATIL WAS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND ANSWERED ALL MY QUESTIONS.

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November 01, 2023

5.0

He’s a great doctor, explains everything clearly, gives you options, answers all your questions, very polite and he’s always smiling.

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October 20, 2023

5.0

Personable knowledgeable and intelligent.

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October 10, 2023

5.0

See above… very personable and an active listener. I was impressed that Dr. Patil familiarized himself with my medical record and was able to clearly answer questions that I asked.

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October 05, 2023

5.0

DR. Patil's competence

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October 04, 2023

5.0

Doctor Patil Explains everything, and spends a lot of time with me. Very thorough, very friendly. Doctor Patil shows how much he cares about me, his patient. I truly feel like he is advocating for me. I know I’m in the best hands

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September 29, 2023

5.0

I felt comfortable with him and would not mind following up with him.

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September 27, 2023

5.0

Dr. Patil could not have done a better job explaining my situation and helping me sort out my options. I feel secure in that he’ll be my doctor re:afib for as long as I need.

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September 20, 2023

5.0

Extremely easy to talk to. Terrific patient educator. Very kind and caring.

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September 18, 2023

5.0

Both Doctors had a very good bedside manner and explained the procedure and upcoming procedure very well and even answered questions from my adult daughter

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September 17, 2023

5.0

Excellent physician.

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September 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Patil has patience and sincerity . I get a feeling that he cares and is available.

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September 13, 2023

5.0

Friendly felt he cared and Dr by bysolistened and spoke knowledgeably took my comments and questions seriously. Not rushed

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September 08, 2023

5.0

Dr Patil explained what was happening with my pacemaker, and what the future is. He patiently answered all my questions

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September 08, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and kind sat down with me explaining all options in detail!

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September 06, 2023

5.0

Excellent service and care .

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Disclosures

Industry Relationships

Consulting / Related Activities

Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

  • Quattro Consulting, Inc.
  • ZOLL Medical Corporation

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