Seth T. Kay, MD

Seth T. Kay, MD

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 2011
Residency:
Loyola University Medical Center - 2016
Fellowships:
Medical College of Georgia - 2017

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital

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April 29, 2024

5.0

He is great

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April 24, 2024

5.0

So very personable and helpful and informative

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Dr Kay looks directly at the patient, answers questions, asks questions, and is generally open and easy to communicate with as a person.

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April 19, 2024

5.0

I’d say he is potentially the most professional, educated, calm, caring, medical doctor that I’ve met. I’ve been to very many doctors, and in my career in healthcare, that adds up to a lot of doctors I’ve worked with in my life. He was swift, listened to all of my many concerns. He took a seat when listening to me. He made sure that my husband also had no additional questions. His bedside demeanor made me feel like no question was too silly and he had plenty of time to make sure I was satisfied with the answers and understood all of the directions. The care he offers post-operative is phenomenal. He checked in right away and then exactly when he said he would, in the am. He followed through swiftly, in “my chart” systems to answer questions, order tests, and leave detailed summaries of visits or questions. We were even given his cell number if we needed to send pertinent information. When I called the office regarding my post- operative concerns while at home, he got me in immediately and saw me, taking care of the problem with a quick procedure and calmed our fears. I’m so very glad we have met him and entrusted my cancer care to him!

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April 19, 2024

5.0

He’s knows his stuff

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Very thorough doctor. I felt safe going into surgery and you can tell be cares so much about his patients.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Compassionate & calm during difficult procedure

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Down to earth and explained everything in detail. Made me feel comfortable.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

I always feel like my questions are answered thoroughly by Dr. Kay. Dr. Kay shows true compassion and genuinely cares for his patients and it shows in his work.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

He explained everything he was doing before and during. He’s very personable and incredibly skilled. He went back through my past CT scans to make comparisons.

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Excellent communication, great bedside manner. Very personable and easy to talk to but also extremely knowledgeable.

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April 12, 2024

5.0

He is very Professional and a very good doctor.

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay is very kind and professional. He took his time to explain all test results and future treatment. As well as answering any questions or concerns.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

He has a great bedside manner. Very easy to talk to and professional. Takes the time to explain my diagnosis and answer any questions.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Dr Kay is simply the best. A real human, who listens, explains, and relates to his patients. A true example of what a physician should be.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Dr Kay was very through and kind

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Knowledgable, cares for pt. and listens.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Dr.Kay took his time with me & explained everything to me. He made sure I understood the procedure he was going to do & was very personable.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Wealth of knowledge, time spent explaining everything, surgical skill.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

He a knowledgeable doctor, explains things in layman terms and is very personable

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Answered all my questions and was concerned of my well being during the procedure.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay has great bedside manor , very knowledgeable and listened to my concerns. Really put me at ease while discussing results and options with me.

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay is the best. He is very professional .

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Very nice. Easy to talk with.

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April 01, 2024

4.0

Answered my questions.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Great, thorough, nice, couldnt be happier. Glad I spent the time researching.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Dr Kay very thorough as a doctor and explain everything to me while doing the ultrasound scan of my neck. Very kind and a nice doctor too!

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March 25, 2024

5.0

He was very patient and explained every detail about my test results and the biopsy procedure. He was willing to answer any questions I had and did not rush the appointment.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Explains procedure thoroughly and has a wonderful bedside manner! Puts past ease at once! Totally trustworthy presence.

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March 21, 2024

5.0

Excellent caregiver. Explains things well and is very caring.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay answered all my questions and explained what to expect before and after surgery. Very friendly doctor and attentive.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Great Staff

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Communicated well. Thorough. Knowledgeable

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March 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay was friendly, kind and extremely knowledgeable. He helped me understand my issue and helped to put it in perspective.

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and explained everything so I can understand

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March 13, 2024

5.0

He tells it like it is..Nicest Dr ever!

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Explained in everyday language what to expect was very comfortable

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Polite, thorough ,explained everything, answered my questions. Felt very comfortable in his care.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Always there for you

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Very informative and explained everything well. Great experience

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Explained everything well, professional and kind!

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March 09, 2024

5.0

Good doctor

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March 08, 2024

5.0

He is amazing. Spends quality time with me and explained my issue and next steps in terms I can understand

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March 08, 2024

5.0

He is easy to understand - compassionate.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay was personable, thorough, and very clear in his explanations. During our previous consultation b4 surgery he met with myself and my daughter and showed us the scan of my enlarged thyroid gland and its effects on the trachea. He answered all our questions with patience and additional information. The surgery went very well and I felt no pain. We met today for post op visit and he asked if my breathing had improved and I told him yes and my wheezing had stopped. My scar is healing nicely and will be almost indiscernible, which I do appreciate. He is great!

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March 07, 2024

5.0

personable & professional I would highly recommend him

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Dr Kay was so kind with me as a patient, I also brought my daughter and he talked to her, helped her skip ads on her video, and even gave her a sticker. All while performing my procedure.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Listened to patient

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March 05, 2024

5.0

What an amazing doctor. Compassionate, explained everything, took time to address my concerns. It was like talking to an old friend.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Excellent physician. Cares about whole patient and support team.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

He listens to any questions you have but makes you feel 100% comfortable before leaving his office!

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Put me at ease and was detailed in explaining everything to me.

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable doctor

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Organized,efficient,excellent communicator, friendly, professional and pleasant

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay is wonderful. So responsive.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay is knowledgeable, kind, and very thorough in his ability to communicate with patients. He did a great job of distracting me while he was conducting my biopsy.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

He is very professional and has great bedside manner. He takes his time to explain and listen and answer questions.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Very considerate and took time to listen As well excellent description of my condition.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

Dr Kay is knowledgeable. He explains everything in easy to understand language. He is just a really good doctor.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

We have seen Dr. Kay twice in the last 6 months, he is very down to earth and explains everything to you so you can understand what is going on. I'm very impressed with him.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

He did a surgery on my husband several years ago with great care and success. I am 100% confident in his abilities.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Highly skilled, informative, patient, involved.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay is professional, kind, and easy to follow in conversation.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

From my first visit Dr Kay was terrific! My surgery went extremely well and his follow up is great!

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Very good at explaining, answering questions and providing information.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Thorough, explains things well, respectful, down to earth.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Very compassionate and made sure I was comfortable with everything that I was explained.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Explained everything very well Pleasant personality

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Since the first time he started taking care of me. He is very concerned that one understands everything. Explains it to my family member.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

First they got my daughter in same day since she was having issues. Also, Dr. Kay respected my daughter and talked to her and not at her or just to me. It was very nice. He explained things in great detail to her and even gave her options.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Very informed on topic and carefully explained my situation

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Very precise and caring. Answered all our questions. Got back to us in timely manner with answers.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Took time to explain the procedure and possible complications.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

The surgery, recovery, etc. happened just as Dr. Kay told me it would. He did a very good job of explaining the process. He is very personable.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

My surgery went very smoothly and I had assurance that I could contact him with any difficulty at any time. Dr Kay’s bedside manner is awesome and he was absolutely most reassuring and confident. I felt I was in good hands the entire time with surgery and post surgery.

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February 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Kay is personable, thorough and makes me feel taken care of.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

He looks at all my health problems and gives me options to take. He uses state of the art procedures.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

He is the best! He cares, and is very knowledgeable as an expert in his field.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Very nice and he talked us through the whole thing. He made me feel very comfortable and relaxed.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Dr Kay always takes time to explain until I do understand, I do not feel rush. You can tell Dr Kay cares about his patients.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

He listened attentively to my concerns and explained each step he was taking towards my care and what I could expect during the procedure as to what and why iand even explaining the next steps that potentially could be for me.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay is an exceptional physician and possesses an incomparable human quality. In this country, he is the first medical specialist who has treated me as a person and not as a number. God bless him!!!

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay was informative and caring.

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February 04, 2024

5.0

Dr Kay performed the biopsy on my thyroid gland very easily and without pain

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February 03, 2024

4.0

Dr Kay is very informative . He also seems to have a way to make you a bit less scared of procedure.

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February 02, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay was decisive and empathetic and totally transparent about what to expect

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January 31, 2024

5.0

Caring, knowledgeable, and patient centered

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January 29, 2024

5.0

He took time to explained and show me through an ultrasound exactly what was going on. He made me feel like he truly cared and explained what he thought would be my best options. He then gave me a different option if I would prefer it. Totally impressed with him.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Easy and thorough communication

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January 29, 2024

5.0

The best in all ways

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January 27, 2024

5.0

Dr Kay is thorough and doesn’t make me feel like I’m just a number.

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January 26, 2024

5.0

Factual and excellent communication skills.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

He is very thorough and explains everything really well. He follows up with his patients personally after surgery.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kay is very knowledgeable and makes sure you understand the process and procedures of your medical care. He’s caring, patient and understanding, when you express your concerns.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Dr Kay is the best doctor I have ever seen. He is compassionate, caring, thorough, and excellent in his field. I feel like he is looking out for my health. I’m so grateful we found him and were able to be treated by him and the entire office of excellent, caring people!

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January 23, 2024

5.0

He listens

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Explained everything very thoroughly

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Very professional and attentive

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January 18, 2024

5.0

He's very precise to know when test are not necessary

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Explains everything to a T

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Seth T. Kay, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

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