Benjamin H. Freed, MD

Benjamin H. Freed, MD

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Cardiology

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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

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Meet The Doctor
February 21, 2014

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - 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:
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

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5.0
5.0 

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100 Most Recent Reviews

August 27, 2022

5.0

Helping me through my condition.

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August 26, 2022

5.0

Dr Freed is a fine cardiologist who takes excellent care of me.

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August 26, 2022

5.0

He know’s the care his patient needs for there individual care.

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August 26, 2022

5.0

Courteous and thorough and also quite sensitive when responding to the more serious concerns about my conditions.

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August 25, 2022

5.0

I feel confident in his care. Plus, he’s very personable.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Very intelligent, forthright, straight shooter

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable, great demeanor

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August 06, 2022

5.0

Dr. Freed is one of the most Knowledgeable, competent and compassionate physicians I have ever met in my nursing career. I have already recommended him to other nurses and medical professionals and they are absolutely overjoyed to have him as their doctor

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August 05, 2022

5.0

Great listener and explained issue and treatment clearly and concisely.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

He treats me like family and he wants me to do better. He gives me the means to improve and I have to follow the instructions; plain & simple.

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August 04, 2022

5.0

Knowledge

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July 31, 2022

5.0

Very personable and knowledgeabe.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Very thorough and professional

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Seems to take a personal interest

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Great Doctor. Takes the time to listen and genuinely cares.

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July 01, 2022

5.0

Great doctor and he cares about his patients.

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July 01, 2022

5.0

Dr Freed it was very knowledgeable and did a good job of explaining my situation

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Encellent doctor who explains things and continues to as ask if I have questions.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

A responsive doctor

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June 17, 2022

5.0

Competence Attention to detail

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Friendly and I feel he was thorough

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June 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Freed listens to my concerns and questions and he explains the details in a way that I can understand. He and his staff are very knowledgeable and caring about me.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Dr Freed is a wonderful clinician. He is thoughtful, thorough, answers all questions, explains all problems and recommends treatment plans.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Freed made me at ease and was very informative as to the procedures he will have me go through.. I'm very comfortable with his recommendations and know I'm in good professional hands. Thank him for seeing me.

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June 03, 2022

5.0

He’s kind thoughtful and takes his time. He is conservative in his treatments and makes sound decisions.

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June 03, 2022

5.0

Again he is remarkable

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May 20, 2022

5.0

He has experience, and cares.

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Great person and doctor!

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April 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hale and Dr. Freed are excellent. Very friendly and informative.

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April 26, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable. Good communicator

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April 25, 2022

5.0

Friendly, knowledgeable, and cares about my health.

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April 25, 2022

5.0

Spent time with me and answered all questions.

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April 22, 2022

5.0

He saved my life by paying attention to my tests. He also takes care of my husband. We are both happy with the work he does.

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April 18, 2022

5.0

Dr. Freed is caring and solicits input from his patients; he also asks relevant leading questions. In addition, he is both courteous and friendly.

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April 16, 2022

5.0

Extremely skilled and user friendly.

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April 15, 2022

5.0

When we were trying to decide to get stents, Dr Freed made time to discuss with both my wife and then my son which we really appreciated

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April 15, 2022

5.0

He follow ups and is detailed!

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April 15, 2022

5.0

Explain everything,listen,take his time

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April 14, 2022

5.0

relatable and down to earth...knows his stuff

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April 14, 2022

5.0

Dr Freed is very thorough. He’s patient and takes his time with us. He also explains everything in easy to understand terminology.

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April 11, 2022

5.0

Dr Freed was very thorough and polite.

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April 10, 2022

5.0

He is very knowledgable and understanding. Great Doctor!

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April 08, 2022

5.0

He is absolutely wonderful. Dr. Freed takes time to answer questions and makes me feel special to him. I trust him totally with my cardiology care!

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April 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Freed is amazing! He is very knowledgeable in his field. He’s always prepared meaning he knows exactly what’s going on with you as a patient before he enters the exam room.During an Office visit on exam he discovered a issue I had, it was taken care of right away. He includes you in your medical care. The appointments are never rushed and he’s very thorough. He makes sure all your questions are answered and you have an understanding of what’s going on and he leaves you with a solid game plan.Dr Freed is very pleasant and has a wonderful disposition!

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April 07, 2022

5.0

Easy to talk to about various issues. Listens to what you have to say.

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April 06, 2022

5.0

Consultative approach

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March 31, 2022

5.0

Doctor B. Freed combines great expertise and a willingness to listen ,discuss and ability to connect.He is a wonderful Doctor.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

He knows how to talk to patients and not down to them.

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March 24, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and comprehensive

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March 22, 2022

5.0

He’s a great dr.

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March 18, 2022

5.0

Sr. Freed is an exceptional physician in terms of knowledge and skills. He is a very good listener; allows me to participate in decisions of my care; is personable.

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March 18, 2022

5.0

He cares about my health , he explained well, he make you feel like a family…very good doctor.

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March 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. Freed is a wonderful clinician. He is an attentive listener, thoughtful, answers all questions, and makes a plan to follow that is reassuring. He is extremely generous with his time during the office visit.

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March 13, 2022

5.0

Had a positive experience, Dr. Freed thoroughly listened to my concerns and seemed knowledgeable. I didn't give full rating because I only had one visit and I don't have much experience with services from Northwestern Cardiology yet. While we spent time discussing my recent diagnosis of Atrial Fibrillation, I left realizing that I forgot to ask what to do about my high blood pressure (also new for me).

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March 11, 2022

5.0

He is so competent, knowledgeable, professional and compassionate!!

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Benjamin Freed was incredibly receptive and knowledgeable. He made an excellent impression on my first visit and his bedside manner was caring.

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February 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Freed is welcoming and caring. Even given his busy schedule, he takes time to make sure you get the treatment and answers you need. He is personable and professional.

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February 22, 2022

5.0

He is excellent and caring

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February 20, 2022

5.0

He's concern about my health and he cares.

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February 15, 2022

5.0

Takes time and listens. Explains decisions.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

Caring, and compassionate

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February 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Freed is a careful and thoughtful listener who then explains fully how he intends to proceed in addressing your heart issues. The result is confidence that you have come to the right place.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

Empathetic, kind, patient and friendly doctor. Explained care thoroughly and showed great care.

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February 08, 2022

5.0

I have referred other patients to him and know that their health and lives could not be win better hands.

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February 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Freed was extremely informative.

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February 08, 2022

5.0

Listens and responds to concerns Very thorough explanations

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February 08, 2022

5.0

Dr Freed is a very competent and. compassionate physician. Listens to patient and develops the appropriate plan of care. I am confident in his ability and can communicate through his office and my chart as needed .

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February 01, 2022

5.0

Smart caring and personable

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January 25, 2022

5.0

Very pleasant to talk to. He listens to what you are saying. He describes your problem & Treatment plan in a way u can understand. He will call you with information on your health. HE CARES!!

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January 22, 2022

5.0

Very caring, Dr Freed spends a lot of time with you and addressing all your concerns and give you clear and precise answers to questions.

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January 21, 2022

5.0

Listens to patience concerns

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January 21, 2022

5.0

He cares He remembers who you are He knows your condition and what to look for to improve me Simply He's the best !!

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January 21, 2022

5.0

It’s rare in today’s Corporate medicine to have a doc who takes time with his patients!

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January 14, 2022

5.0

Wonderful bedside manner! Takes time to explain in layman’s terms.

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January 09, 2022

5.0

Great provider who really cares about his patient.

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January 03, 2022

5.0

Cares and listens to patients

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December 30, 2021

5.0

He explains the results of all the test

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December 17, 2021

5.0

1st visit and will be returning.

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December 10, 2021

5.0

A Doctor Who really cares about the patient

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December 10, 2021

5.0

Very comfortable to meet and talk over my medical issues with. Listened to my questions completely, asked questions and explained his suggestions/treatment thoroughly.

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December 09, 2021

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and caring doctor.

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December 08, 2021

5.0

I feel he cares about me and he is well qualified

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December 07, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to.

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December 05, 2021

5.0

He has been very thorough in his questions and answers, affording sufficient time to answer all my questions and put together a plan for me about what I should be doing.

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December 04, 2021

5.0

Dr. Freed actually LISTENS. He doesn’t stare at a computer screen while you are speaking to him.

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November 25, 2021

5.0

Very professional and competent--and responsive to my questions and concerns.

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November 23, 2021

5.0

He is very thorough and speaks to me in language that I can understand.

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November 19, 2021

5.0

He saved my life Very thorough and professional

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November 16, 2021

5.0

Dr Freed actually listens, and explains himself in layman's terms, thus ensuring that each other is understood.

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November 08, 2021

5.0

Dr. Freed has always listened to my feeling about a different approach. Through his patience I am not now on any heart or cholesterol medication.

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November 05, 2021

5.0

Easy to work with. Recommend highly.

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November 04, 2021

5.0

Simply the best. Totally professional in every aspect of the standard of care.

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November 03, 2021

5.0

Dr. Freed is a very personal and caring Doctor along with his staff.

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November 02, 2021

5.0

Communicative, caring and seems technically solid.

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October 26, 2021

5.0

Dr Freed did his homework. This was my first appt with him although I had been with my husband for an appt. He remembered me and inquired about my husbands health. As with my husband he read my information ahead of time and I felt he already knew me. I was impressed with his knowledge demeanor and his “bed side” manner. He completely put me at ease and answered all my questions and concerns.

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October 25, 2021

5.0

He’s smart and meticulous

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October 22, 2021

5.0

Really on top of the situation

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October 22, 2021

5.0

Always very approachable and easy to talk with.

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October 22, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable and concerned. Spends time with patient

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October 21, 2021

5.0

He takes his time to answer questions and is someone I trust with my condition.

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