Steven M. Nwe, DO

Steven M. Nwe, DO

4.9 
407 ratings  Read Reviews
Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Dermatology

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Education

Medical Education:
Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine - 2007
Residency:
Cook County Health and Hospitals System - 2016
University of Chicago (NorthShore) - 2011

Languages Spoken

  • Burmese

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall rating

4.9
4.9 
407 Ratings
  • Friendly & Courteous
    5.0
  • Will Recommend to Others
    4.9
  • Clear Explanations
    4.9
  • Shows Concern
    4.9
  • Includes You In Decisions
    4.9
  • Explains Medications
    4.9
  • Follow-Up Instructions
    4.9
  • Easy to Understand
    4.9
  • Time Spent With Patient
    4.8
  • Confidence in Doctor
    4.9

Reviews from Patients

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66 Reviews
September 26, 2019

Dr. Nwe has been INCREDIBLY helpful and an amazing doctor in battling my severe psoriasis. I cannot recommend him enough to others. He's amazing.

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September 24, 2019

I love Dr. Nwe. He is kind, smart and attentive!

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September 17, 2019

I have already referred Dr. NWE to two other friends of mine. He's a great person and Dr. to work with and enjoy having him as my dermatologist and confident in his abilities.

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August 31, 2019

Dr Nwe didn't appear to rush me, listened carefully, educated me, and let me know what to expect with my plan.

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August 29, 2019

Dr. Nwe was excellent

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August 05, 2019

Dr. Nwe is my favorite physician. He is always so attentive no matter how busy he is, shares a ton of helpful information, and displays genuine care about me as a person first and as a patient.

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August 05, 2019

Dr. Nwe was great! Very thorough, friendly and professional. I would definitely recommend him, great bedside manner!

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July 16, 2019

Dr. Nwe is the best and I'd highly recommend him. I'm trying to get my boyfriend to become a patient!

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June 27, 2019

LOVE Dr. Nwe!! He is the BEST!

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June 10, 2019

love dr Nwe!!! he is so profesional while also being so friendly and approachable!

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June 07, 2019

I love Dr Nwe! He is personable and knowlegeable. He explains things in an essy to understand manner. He answers all.my questions.

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June 01, 2019

I adore Dr. Nwe. While being light-hearted in his approach, he is overwhelmingly courteous and homes right in on any question or concern I express. He seems to understand the difference in emotional depth of some questions versus others. I feel he takes me seriously.

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May 22, 2019

I was disappointed that I couldn't see my usual doctor because she was so booked out, but Dr. Nwe was so wonderful - I am happy to see him again for a visit! Great experience.

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April 27, 2019

This was my first visit with Dr Nwe and he was amazing. He listened to my concerns, explained what he was doing, possible concerns and post care follow up very clearly - he stayed calm and was very sweet with my two children fighting in the room! I had such a great experience I literally recommended him to a friend later that day.

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April 27, 2019

dr. Nwe is the best!

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April 15, 2019

My provider was professional, friendly and thorough.

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April 03, 2019

Overall great experience with *Dr. Nwe.

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March 23, 2019

Dr Nwe is the best!

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March 21, 2019

Good experience.

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February 17, 2019

he is a very competent, nice person who keeps one informed all thru the process

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February 02, 2019

Very helpful, thorough and kind doctor,

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January 29, 2019

Dr. Nwe is so fantastic. His care for his patients is evident and he never makes it feel like he needs to move to the next patient, you are his priority for as long as you need. He also answers questions so thoroughly.

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January 26, 2019

Dr. Nwe is kind, smart, attentive and knowledgeable! He's fantastic!

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January 19, 2019

I have recommended Dr. Nwe to many people. He is a great doctor. He really cares about making my psoriasis better and talked me through the options. He wanted to make sure I knew he was there to help and didn't judge me at all. I really love talking to him about topics that don't include skincare as well. He's a very easy and fun person to talk to and I'm always in a great mood when I leave.

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January 07, 2019

Dr. Nwe's care was superb and he was able to address three separate presenting issues.

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December 21, 2018

Great doctor. Easy to talk to, understanding and kind.

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December 17, 2018

I received very good treatment. My care provider showed excellent skills and very much concern for me.

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December 07, 2018

I've already recommended the physician

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December 06, 2018

Recommend everyone to Dr. Nwe-he always provides throrough explanation and genuinely cares about his patients.

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November 19, 2018

Our doctor, *Dr. Nwe, is a very compassionate, knowledgeable and kind dermatologist who I would and will recommend to others.

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November 18, 2018

Dr Nwe is very knowledgeable and pleasant with a relaxed manner

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November 17, 2018

Dr Nwe is great. Will highly recommend

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October 29, 2018

he seemed to take a real interest in my situation and is determined to solve my issues

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October 26, 2018

Dr. Nwe and staff were very attentive and thorough.

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October 12, 2018

The doctor gave me honest feedback about medicinal costs and what to do if the medicine is beyond my budget.

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October 04, 2018

Dr. Nwe is an outstanding physician. I am glad I found him to be my dermatologist.

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September 24, 2018

Dr Nwe is great, very upbeat and genuine.

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September 24, 2018

I really appreciated that Dr. Nwe was both very thorough, knowledgeable and kind.

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September 15, 2018

great

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September 13, 2018

Dr Nwe is great. I was pretty nervous about having to find a new dermatologist and establish the relationship, but I felt confident that I was in good hands.

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September 05, 2018

Excellent listener, directed concerns with my son. He was very comfortable with the doctor and asked if he keep *Dr. Nwe as his dermatologist.

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August 06, 2018

Extremely kind and caring

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July 22, 2018

Absolutely incredible. He explained all the possibilities and what led to the decision of what to do as well as what to look for if anything changes. Answered a lot of questions and talked through things really nicely. Also made funny jokes that made the experience really pleasant. I've been to dermatologists before but never someone who was willing to sit down and explain things with care in this way. Recommending to primary care dr to send people to.

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July 20, 2018

Impressed

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July 16, 2018

Dr. Nwe was empathetic and answered all of my questions thoroughly. I appreciated when he said we didn't have to do the procedure I needed the day I came in since I wasn't expecting it.

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July 14, 2018

Thought about the best path for my care and generously offered to help in any way possible along that

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July 11, 2018

Doctor was very friendly and professional and explained the process and answered all my questions thoroughly!

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July 04, 2018

excellent experience. will definitely be back!

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July 01, 2018

excellent care!!

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June 28, 2018

Dr. Nwe and his staff were excellent and met all of my needs.

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June 18, 2018

Love Dr. Nwe. This was my first visit to any dermatologist and he answered all my questions. Even when he had to give me some bad news, he made sure to give me clear next steps and walk me through the processes. I feel confident having him as my dermatologist

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June 18, 2018

Dr. Nwe made me feel comfortable, he explained my condition and asked my thoughts on treatment options (rather than assuming what I would want), and he made me feel like a person. It was the best doctor visit I have ever had.

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June 12, 2018

Dr. Nwe is the real deal! i have family members who ask about my keloid, and I mention everything my doctor does to help and I would say my next step will have everyone I know with skin care issues asking for his name!

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