Hawkins C. Gay, MD, MPH

Hawkins C. Gay, MD, MPH

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Cardiac Electrophysiology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, MPH, Emory University School of Medicine - 2015
Professional Education:
MPH, Emory University Rollins School of Public Health - 2015
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2018
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2021
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2023

Board Certifications

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

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

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4.9
4.9 

351 Ratings

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67 Reviews

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Takes he time needed to fully explain things and to follow-up with med changes.

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April 27, 2025

5.0

Again, very good at expelling the pros and cons of the various options for my situation.

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April 25, 2025

5.0

I would wish my experience with Dr. Gay to everyone!

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Listens, listens and suggests option's. From the very beginning, to my ablation and now follow-up office visits, I have been comfortable and trust him.

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April 15, 2025

5.0

I thought Dr. Gay was great because he was very knowledgeable and able to explain all my heart issues to me. I had never been to a cardiologist and Dr Gay was able to trace back on my phone some problems I had that I was not aware of.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Answers all my questions, patient, explains things clearly, includes the patient in decision making.

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April 10, 2025

5.0

It's very good and explains everything very well.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

One of the first times I felt like the Doctor really cared about me and my health.

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April 05, 2025

5.0

He was friendly and respectfully with me.

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April 02, 2025

5.0

Good manners

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Doctor Gay is awesome. He answers all the questions and doesn't rush you.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Took his time to explain everything

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March 26, 2025

5.0

Understanding, informative, and caring. Knows patient's background before he enters appointment room so not wasting anytime

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March 22, 2025

5.0

Very helpful and took the time to explain so I understood

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March 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gay is very personable and intelligent. He explained my heart condition so that I could easily understand it. It was an excellent first visit.

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March 17, 2025

4.0

I've had one interview. My wife and I agree that the interview was highly informative.

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March 11, 2025

5.0

Caring, knowledgeable, able to explain things simply. Good "bedside" manner.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

It was my first visit with Dr Gay and I was so impressed by his kindness, thoroughness and knowledge and the amount of time he took to explain everything. In just this first visit , I left feeling like my heart is in excellent care!

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March 05, 2025

5.0

He was kind, caring, and made sure I thoroughly understood everything. He knew my case, took me through the data, and answered all my questions. Plus, he was pleasant and friendly.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgeable, likable and puts you at ease and genuinely seems to care about you as a patient

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Same as above and made everything very clear

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February 16, 2025

4.0

He took his time with me and explained what was going on with me and he was very Sincere

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February 13, 2025

5.0

He was extremely knowledgeable, explained everything well and in detail with pictures of the heart and my issues, that he drew while explaining things, spent time with me and he never acted rushed, compassionate, caring Doctor.

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February 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. H. Gay is very Professional, knowledgeable, but more so, spends the time needeed to address all the Patient's concerns

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February 04, 2025

5.0

See the description above. I am impressed with Dr. Gay.

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February 04, 2025

5.0

In our meeting, he was very patient and explain things in fine detail

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February 03, 2025

5.0

He gave an honest, intelligent, and well-reasoned assessment.

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February 01, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable. Very kind and calming demeanor. Explained things very clearly. I left feeling very reassured and confident in my diagnosis.

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January 30, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk with and understand

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January 30, 2025

5.0

AS above: Thorough, attentive, intelligent and well-informed and a great listener.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

He seemed very knowledgeable and took his time with me and never made me felt rushed.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

His professionalism, knowledge and how he took the time to walk us through the various care/treatment options indicated he was the right Dr. for me.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

He was very knowledgeable and helpful

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January 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Gay is extremely knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and very personable.

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January 06, 2025

5.0

Dr Hawkins Gay was extremely knowledgeable, and was willing to spend a lot of time discussing all options with me. Very informative and professional.

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Outstanding knowledge and insight of my needed care.

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Excellent care, takes time to explain everything. The best.

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December 29, 2024

5.0

Always very friendly and shows concern about my issues

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December 24, 2024

5.0

Smart, wonderful communication skills

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December 24, 2024

5.0

Well educated and helpful with my cardio issues.

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December 22, 2024

5.0

Excellent rapport with patients.

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December 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gay was so patient, and he explained my diagnosis and options and answered all of my questions and concerns.

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December 20, 2024

5.0

He was very helpful with information. Very nice pleasant doctor.

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December 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Gay listened to my concerns and then throughly explained my condition and pathway forward.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

He works well with patients.

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Great communicator.

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Today (12-3-2024) is my first consultation to Dr Gay and I'm impressed to all the explanations regarding my AFib.

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November 23, 2024

5.0

Knowledge Took his time and made you feel comfortable

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November 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Hawkins explains things well, is professional and takes time to ensure you have a clear understanding of your condition and how to address it properly.

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November 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gay was very, very thorough and patient with all our questions and they answered everything extremely well

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November 01, 2024

5.0

Thoughtful, listens, concerned

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November 01, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable Easy to communicate with Generous with his time

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October 31, 2024

5.0

He's the best! He listens patiently, explains well and never hurries.

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October 24, 2024

5.0

Takes the time needed to explain my condition and the treatment approach.

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October 22, 2024

5.0

Very thorough and compassionate!

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October 22, 2024

5.0

Dr Gay provided one of the most thoughtful and comprehensive medical conversations I've experienced in my life. My questions and concerns were answered in detail and supported by guidance for next steps and follow up. Additionally, after sharing further results via MyChart messaging, I received a response within less than a day.

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October 14, 2024

5.0

First appointment with Dr Hawkins Gay. Very knowledgeable and explained things so I could understand them. Took the time to answer all my questions. I would definitely recommend Dr Gay to anyone who needs an electrophysiologist.

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October 08, 2024

5.0

I never feel rushed. Listens and answers all questions. I feel well taken care of.

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October 07, 2024

5.0

Dr Gay is very informative and takes time to listen and explain the medical complexities to me.

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October 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Gay is very knowledgeable and explained in detail my options. He answered all my questions. He is an expert in his field.

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October 01, 2024

5.0

Dr Gay was very professional. I felt if anything else goes wrong with my heart he will be able to fix it.

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October 01, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, unhurried, thorough.

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September 24, 2024

5.0

He was patient, knowledgeable and caring. Explained everything clearly. Empowers patients to make good decisions.

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September 23, 2024

5.0

Very personable. Knowledgeable

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September 23, 2024

5.0

Very caring. Communicate well. Easy to understand.

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September 19, 2024

5.0

He is very attentive, caring and gives good and helpful advice. He takes time to really listen. He has a very nice way about him....and really is interested in helping you.

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September 19, 2024

5.0

Been great so far. Answers questions and explains clearly

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Faculty member and/or their immediate family have an ownership or investment interest in the following companies

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