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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Echocardiography
General Cardiology
Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
Pulmonary Hypertension

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 2004
Residency:: University of Chicago - 2007
Fellowships:: University of Chicago - 2011

University of Chicago - 2012

Board Certifications

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

Faculty Profile

Associate 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:: Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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922 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

Dr. Freed is thorough and listens.

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February 27, 2026

5.0

The nurses

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Because they do good job.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Thorough explanations and professional manner

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Professional

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February 13, 2026

5.0

His professionalism, kindness and knowledge

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Dr Freed is easy to talk with. He speaks on a level that's easy to understand and includes me in the decision making process. He takes time to listen to my concerns and to answer all of my questions. I highly recommend him.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Excellent and attentive doctor.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Believe he's very concerned, qualified, caring, honest and professional.

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February 07, 2026

5.0

Dr Freed is very engaging and incredible thorough. Puts you at ease.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

excellent doctor and respond to my chart questions promptly

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January 31, 2026

5.0

Dr. Freed carefully reviewed my medications and discussed with me several future options. He also listened to my heart and examined my ankles.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

I think he's very knowledgable, answered my questions directly but showed a sense of humor.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Explained situation carefully and distinctly. Showed care for me as patient and person. Thorough.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Strong credentials. Good listener. Lots of patience Thank you!

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Perfect

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Benjamin Freed listened to my concerns and was very thorough.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

He is always very thorough & responsive!

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Benjamin Freed is a very knowledgeable cardiologist. Excellent listener and communicator. Provides excellent care and guidance.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Freed is sincerely concerned about the health and well-being of his patients. His exams are thorough and comprehensive. His high level of knowledge and competence instills confidence and a great sense of reassurance in his patients who are fortunate to have him as their (extraordinary) cardiologist. Thank you, Dr Freed ~

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Kind caring though and smart. Dr freed is the best

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December 13, 2025

5.0

We have recommended so many friends to have Dr. Freed as their Heart Doctor! He is the Absolute Best Doctor!! His assistant Daniel was very professional and helpful too!

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December 13, 2025

5.0

Couldn't ask for a more professional, knowledgeable , caring, listens to us in making decisions and more!

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Very sound knowledge and personal skills. Easy to talk to.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed was very patient, explained everything and very knowledgeable

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Great Doctor, even though it's vert rare these days but he listens and has a tremendous patience

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December 01, 2025

5.0

He is attentive, listens well, and provides good information

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Freed is kind and very knowledgeable and a good listener and is approachable. I felt comfortable talking with him about my medical condition and treatment. He explains things well and shares important information, and I have confidence that I'm getting excellent care.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor!

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November 21, 2025

5.0

He was highly recommended & I felt I was in excellent hands.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Very through

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November 08, 2025

5.0

He is the best... in every sense of a medical care relationship

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Went over everything, answered my questions.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Very caring, informative and a good sense of humor.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Professionsal

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October 31, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed is pro in every way. Provides recommendations based on patients on going medical assessments and follows up in a timely manner.

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October 31, 2025

5.0

See above. His recommendations are thoughtful and customized to the current situation and the particular patient.

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October 31, 2025

5.0

Very patient and thorough

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Read above-he's the best. He's got a wonderful way about him-warm& caring.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Freed was patient and took the time to listen to my concerns and questions. He did not make me feel rushed. He did an exam and it was apparent he had read my history. He educated me,was knowledgeable discussed the plan of care moving forward.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Freed is kind, thorough and informative.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed is a thoughtful and knowledgeable doctor. He does not rush through office visits. He is up to date on the latest procedures, and research. He is good listener and provides thorough answers to my questions.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

A doctor that cares

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Dr freed is highly respected he is also my son in Laws cardiologist and he had to have a valve repaired and he walked him through everything and no question is to silly or unimportant to Dr Freed he takes his time and answers every question and makes you feel at ease with your heart problem. Munson in law and I think he is a great person as well as a Dr

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk too and will explain everything to you in a way that you can understand.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed is straightforward, responsive, attentive, and thoughtful. I appreciate his expertise.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed truly cares and takes the time to listen. I never felt rushed during my visit, and he was both encouraging and supportive of my lifestyle progress. He's easy to talk to, thoughtful in his approach, and it's clear he genuinely cares about his patients.

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October 03, 2025

5.0

It was our first time meeting Dr. Freed and we found him the most personable and friendliest M.D. that we have seen in quite awhile...delighted he was recommended to us.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Dr.Freed is the best. I have continued to see him for a number of years and because of his expertise he's thorough. He's knowledgeable,very kind, patient, pleasant, and puts you at ease. he has always included me in my healthcare and make sure I understood what was being said without talking over me. Sometimes medical terminology can get in the way for the late person, and this is what I meant when I said without talking over me. If there was something that I needed something that needed to be done like all of my physicians at Northwestern, you can reach them readily through my chart, which I absolutely love.

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September 20, 2025

5.0

I like him, his demeanor, his background & education.

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September 19, 2025

5.0

Ben has qualities beyond great dr. Makes people feel important

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September 19, 2025

5.0

I receive outstanding care from Dr Freed and if I have issues or questions, he provides responses quickly.

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September 18, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgeable, very patient, willing to listen and answers all questions. I never feel rushed.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Clarity, content and efficiency of communication

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September 16, 2025

5.0

doctor was very knowledgable and freindly

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September 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed is an excellent physician who provides ideal treatment to his patients.

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September 11, 2025

5.0

Take time to explain the current issue and how to improve it.

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September 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed, was very professional, and he took a very supportive approach in answering my questions and at no time did he not answer of my questions with sincerity and patience also with a very friendly demeanor

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September 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed and staff were great, explaining my condition to us in an easy to understand manner and answering all questions we had.

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August 30, 2025

5.0

Dr Freed always listens to my concerns and has given me the best medical care

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August 29, 2025

5.0

Excellent Cardiologist! He covers all aspects of your cardiac care, explains everything thoroughly, answers all questions, expresses concerns when necessary, and guides you in ways in which you can improve your health.

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August 22, 2025

5.0

he is good

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August 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Freed is knowledgeable. Explains the concern well.

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August 15, 2025

5.0

I have the utmost confidence in Dr Freed.

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August 12, 2025

5.0

Very professional

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Easy to understand directives.

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July 31, 2025

5.0

Professional & caring physician

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July 30, 2025

5.0

He is composed, attentive and informative. He also has a wonderful sense of humor and is relaxed, thoughtful and thorough.

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July 30, 2025

5.0

Takes the time to discuss your issues

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July 29, 2025

5.0

Takes his time to review my medical issue.

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July 29, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and kind and speaks in language I can understand.

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July 25, 2025

5.0

He is wonderful for seniors because he takes all other health issues you may have into consideration when giving advice and prescribing medication.

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July 18, 2025

5.0

He is very caring. Listens attentively Makes suggestions as to how to relieve a problem

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July 18, 2025

5.0

He is patient, careful and listens.

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July 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed has a great bedside manner. He was thorough with listening and answering questions while explaining my test results.

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July 14, 2025

5.0

Our son met Dr. Freed first and liked him so well, he recommended my husband and I begin seeing him. We are glad we did because he helped so much when my husband needed open heart surgery. We both see him now and we are very happy with his service to us.

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July 12, 2025

5.0

He listens and explains to me so I understand what I need to do to help my health needs. An excellent Cardiology Dr.

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July 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed takes his time explaining things so that you have a thorough understanding. He is friendly and empathetic.

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July 11, 2025

5.0

Attentive, thorough and great patient care.

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July 10, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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July 10, 2025

5.0

He's absolutely outstanding!!! He saved my life!

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June 20, 2025

5.0

Additionally to above, a good advocate and sensitive to others.

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June 20, 2025

5.0

Kind empathetic and answers all my concerns. He is very thourogh

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June 16, 2025

5.0

So professional, knowledgeable: Listens to our concerns, includes us in problem solving and more

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June 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed does a good job and answers all the questions

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June 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed is a caring and insightful physician who works with his patients. I felt his knowledge along with his sensitivity that will provide me with provide me with awareness of the needs that are appropriate.

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June 13, 2025

5.0

Excellent, attentive cardiologist

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June 13, 2025

5.0

Good physican

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June 12, 2025

5.0

Professional and caring

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June 07, 2025

5.0

What a knowledgeable, professional, caring, helpful doctor

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June 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Freed listens to what I have to tell him, evaluates my situation, and communicates his recommendations clearly. I feel confident in his care.

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May 28, 2025

5.0

Good explanations

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May 16, 2025

5.0

Dr Freed takes the time to listen to the patients and understand their issues or problems.

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May 15, 2025

5.0

Excellent bedside manners when it comes to his patient care.

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May 09, 2025

5.0

Dr freed was very polite and knowledgeable And directed his staff in an organized manner

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May 09, 2025

5.0

Active listener, provided detail information and recommendations. Followed up for clarification and took his time to assess patient.

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May 07, 2025

5.0

He always listens and cares about my ideas. Always initiates questions>

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May 02, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner and spends the time needed to explain.

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May 02, 2025

5.0

See above. He is an amazing doctor with great bedside manner.

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May 02, 2025

5.0

A professional in his field!!!!

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