Jyothy J. Puthumana, MD | Northwestern Medicine

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, St Johns Medical College - 1996
Residency:: Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University - 2000
Fellowships:: Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University - 2002

Brigham and Women's Hospital - 2003

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center - 2004

Languages Spoken

Hindi
Kannada
Malayalam

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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 Memorial Hospital

Palos Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

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804 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

87 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

87 Reviews

February 24, 2026

5.0

Dr. Puthumana took time to discuss possible issues, explained test results and is clearly concerned with my wellbeing.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Wonderful doctor and fabulous person! His professionalism is second to none.

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February 22, 2026

5.0

Hes fabulous. I always feel like he is listening to me? And genuinely cares.

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February 22, 2026

5.0

He is thorough and demonstrates that he truly cares about his patients.

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February 21, 2026

5.0

Excellent Dr.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Such a positive experience with Dr Puthumana. He is a very kind and reassuring caregiver. Thank you!!

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Personable. Knowledgeable.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

I feel very confident in the care I have received and will receive moving forward.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

I sincerely feel that he treats patients like his own family member. Reviewing every medication and explaining everything.

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February 15, 2026

5.0

Empathetic and very informative

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Dr. Puthumana was very thorough and detailed oriented . I felt at ease with him. He gives off an air of quiet confidence and experience which was very comforting to me as a first time cardiology patient . I have faith that he is a good diagnostician ,that he will help me navigate the necessary tests for a prognosis. This was my first visit and I will continue my care with him feeling I am in good hands .

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February 07, 2026

5.0

An elite level cardiologist who cares deeply about his patients.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Very Knowledgeable and explained all my questions

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Dr Puthumana is friendly and caring. He explains things in a straightforward but gentle manner...though he tends to run late because he takes the time.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable, kind, and a very good listener! Best on all fronts!

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Dr. Puthumana is not only highly capable and knowledgeable he is kind caring and spends the time listening to your needs and concerns. One could not be in better hands.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

He is an excellent and very knowledgeable cardiologist.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Dr. Puthumana is a medical expert who communicates very well with his patients.

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December 21, 2025

5.0

Best doctor

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Puthumana is best of the best. He remembers the small things even personal things he remembers about you. I love the personal touch.

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December 14, 2025

5.0

Excellent physician

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December 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Puthumana is the best. Every year he is very prepared, having reviewed my other Nw doctors records to discuss with me. The time he spends with me regarding my health is very much appreciated. He is both personable and professional. Again, the best !

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Puthumana is a very thorough cardiologist and I always feel like he cares about me personally.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Puthumana is the best! He is so smart and knowledgeable and so thorough in all of his explanations and directions. He truly wants to make sure you understand all of your health situations and your future care. All of that is perfectly matched with his bedside manner. I am so blessed to have Dr Puthumana on my team.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Very friendly, professional and kind.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Excellent

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Top Doctor very professional

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Put is one of finest I have ever had.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Excellent cardiologist

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November 25, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable, concise with his explanations and comfortable responding to all of my questions.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Very personalized and compassionate

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November 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Puthumana is both knowledgeable and patient.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Im extremly satisfied with the care I received

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, personable, thorough, listens He is an outstanding physician and cardiologist

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November 09, 2025

5.0

He's not only a world renowned expert, he's a caring professional.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Excellent service

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Doctor listens to your questions seriously. explains with professional manner and with thorough details. though a cardiac specialist, overall health conditions are examined to align with treatments, procedures, etc.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

He cares about your health

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October 29, 2025

5.0

Asked questions and didn't rush me.

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October 26, 2025

5.0

Dr.Puthumana had open ears and wanted to know so much by asking the appropriate questions in regards to establishing with my mother.

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October 23, 2025

5.0

My cardiologist is a highly professional surgeon,but most of all he makes feel that I am in good hands

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October 22, 2025

5.0

Best cardiologist

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October 18, 2025

5.0

He is an extremely compassionate doctor who always listens to me. I am very lucky to have him for a cardiologist.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

We feel like he is one of the best cardiologists around

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Dr Puthumana is a fantastic provider. He was thorough, thoughtful, empathetic, and easy to understand. I really appreciated how much time he spent with me. 10/10.

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October 11, 2025

5.0

His knowledge, manner and compassion.

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October 10, 2025

5.0

We have referred other family members to him.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Because I feel comfortable with him

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October 03, 2025

5.0

Outstanding in his caring and explanations and patience with my concerns and questions .... tops.

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October 03, 2025

5.0

He took time and used visuals to be sure I understood his insights.

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Dr.Puthumana was very clear in his explanation of the results of my tests and our path forward.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

His expertise, flexibility, and kindness are unparalleled!

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September 30, 2025

5.0

excellent care

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September 30, 2025

5.0

He's very thorough, and patient.

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September 26, 2025

5.0

Great doctor and very personable.

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September 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Puthumana listens to patient, has an excellent demeanor and explains medical issues in a way the patient can understand.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Not rushed, friendly, asked good questions and proposed an excellent treatment plan

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September 13, 2025

5.0

Same as above. He's the main reason for giving your entity such a high score. I couldn't ask for more.

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August 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Puthumana is a fabulous doctor. His professional expertise, knowledge, and experience, coupled with compassion and dedication to his patients makes him a world-class medical professional. He is the gold standard and is an invaluable asset to NW Medical and to the Medical School.

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August 19, 2025

5.0

What stands out most is his respectful and kind approach. He treats me like a person, not just a patient, and that makes a world of difference. It's rare to find a doctor who combines such compassion with professionalism, and I trust him completely with my heart health. I leave every visit feeling heard, reassured, and informed _ and that's something I deeply value.

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August 19, 2025

5.0

He is the best cardiologist!!

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August 15, 2025

5.0

Informative, patient, flexible, nice

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August 13, 2025

5.0

Very concerned. Explained things clearly. Asks questions about how you feel.

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July 24, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and caring

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July 22, 2025

5.0

I am in the "Right Hands" and know my medical concerns are addressed.

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July 20, 2025

5.0

Couldn't have felt more comfortable

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July 15, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable, friendly and patient with my questions.

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July 14, 2025

5.0

A superb cardiologist with professionalism, courtesy, responsiveness, knowledge and compassion

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July 13, 2025

5.0

See above. His knowledge, expertise and attention to my personal cardiovascular care instill a strong sense of confidence and trust.

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July 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Puthumana continues to impress me with every interaction. I feel like I have a personal relationship with him and I have never trusted a doctor more. I was planning to have my eventual surgery done at Mayo or Cleveland Clinic but due to Dr Puthumana, it will be done at Northwestern.

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July 06, 2025

5.0

I am grateful for a great visit withDr. Puthumana. He was patient and addressed my questions on cardiology, diet, exercise, and medication. He provided clear and measured guidance for me to follow. I appreciated the friendly demeanor of the medical staff as well.

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June 25, 2025

5.0

Top doctor respected by all

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June 22, 2025

5.0

Can we clone him?

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June 17, 2025

5.0

He's truly amazing

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June 10, 2025

5.0

He is caring, kind, brilliant, incredibly thorough and almost immediately responsive if I have a question for him in my chart. I am blessed to be his patient!

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June 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Puthumana is so down to earth He explains things in detail and offers suggestions to move my health forward no sugar coating!

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June 05, 2025

5.0

He's patient, direct and respectful in the face of oft times goofy or ignorant questions.

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June 03, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, listens well, answers my questions.

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June 02, 2025

5.0

He was highly recommended by friends who live in the Mag Miles.my ch more with a Nurse who attended to me with outstanding care during my last tests. I found everyone pleasant.

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May 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Puthumana has been my cardiologist for 16 years and is an exceptional physician who I would highly recommend to family and friends.

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May 19, 2025

5.0

I would trust recommending the Dr to anyone knowing they would receive the same quality care the Dr has provided to me

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May 13, 2025

5.0

Dr J knows his stuff.

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May 10, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable Excellent communicator

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May 06, 2025

5.0

Excellent communication skills: good listener ( doesn't look at computer when I tell him what is "going on" with my heart): makes me feel I'm part of the team: takes the time to explain what is happening

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May 06, 2025

5.0

He is excellent. Takes the time you need and always explains everything thoroughly.

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May 05, 2025

5.0

Excellent care and staff

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May 01, 2025

5.0

Takes time to listen

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