Heidi C. Memmel, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Breast Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Benign Breast Disease
Breast Cancer in Pregnant Women
Breast Cancer in Young Women
High Risk Breast Disease and Risk Assessment
Lymph Node Surgery for Breast Cancer
Mastectomy, Nipple Sparing
Oncoplastic Breast Surgery

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1999
Residency:: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2004
Fellowships:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2006

Languages Spoken

German

Board Certifications

American Board of Surgery - Surgery (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

Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

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5.0

521 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

70 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

70 Reviews

February 23, 2026

5.0

Dr Memmel is a kind and caring doctor.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Dr memmel is kind considerate and very CARING and GENTLE With her patients She is terrific

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Thorough, great communicator, very personable, excellent surgeon

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February 13, 2026

5.0

Very thorough and kind. She took time to explain everything and allowed me to answer questions.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

She's outstanding

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February 03, 2026

5.0

She listens, clearly explains and is kind.

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February 01, 2026

5.0

Extremely helpful and nice

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Because she took time to explain in depth the mammogram and US and the care plan that should follow. She was compassionate and kind, encouraging us.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. Memmel is very knowledgeable and very kind. She takes the time to answer questions and explains medical information clearly.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. Memmel listens to my concerns and addresses any issues I have. She dies a very thorough job explaining each procedure and what the results are and what they mean. She does a tremendous job making sure everything moves forward as promised.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Dr. Memmel is great. She listens and is very knowledgeable. She is extremely professional and warm at the same time. I feel grateful to have found her.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

She is thorough and compassionate.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

She is very knowledgeable doctor.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

She was very confident and thorough.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Answer above. Additionally is a great Memmel has an outstanding report with a patient

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December 12, 2025

5.0

She is a wonderful surgeon. She explains everything thoroughly and doesn't rush through the visit.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

She is very professional, great bed manners, spend lots of time explaining and answering all the questions. She is very detailed and go through step by step

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December 06, 2025

5.0

I really like Dr Memmel. She is extremely thorough, explains things in a way I understand and it's obvious she really cares about her patients. I never feel rushed.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Care and concern for patients

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Memmel was empathetic and took the time to explain everything to me. She was not rushed. I appreciate how collaborative she is mentioning everyone that would be involved in my care. She eased my fears and I appreciate how compassionate she is.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

I grateful she's my surgeon.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel is absolutely wonderful.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Her knowledge and compassion

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Very kind, patient and informative. I did not feel rushed.

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November 01, 2025

5.0

She is kind, patient, knowledgeable and a great surgeon.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Kind, professional, extremely knowledgeable.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

She was always professional and reassuring about my operation or and post. Listened to me when I had concerns and listened to my friend who came with me.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel and her staff are exceptional.

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October 18, 2025

5.0

Knowledge, straight straight forward, easy to understand, takes the time, did a great job on my surgery and scar

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner and loving care and attention to me. Meticulous in all aspects of her expertise.

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel preformed my double mastectomy and was so kind and confident during a time of stress. She not only was there for me but also my husband.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

One of the most incredible doctors I've met with. Very supportive and helpful

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October 03, 2025

5.0

Her calm demeanor

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September 29, 2025

5.0

She is a phenomenal physician and surgeon. I can't say enough good things about her.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel was so thorough with all the details of my diagnosis and all the next steps. My children and I feel reassured that we are on a good path forward.

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Warm, thorough and efficient

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September 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel always took the time to explain things and was gentle in her care.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Dr Memmel is very caring, intelligent and a great surgeon!

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September 05, 2025

5.0

She is amazing.

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September 03, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and very skilled as a surgeon. In addition, she is kind and caring and makes me feel heard.

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September 03, 2025

5.0

Skilled surgeon; friendly compassionate person; excellent and prompt care

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September 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel's expertise and compassion are so appreciated.

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August 31, 2025

5.0

I felt very comfortable with Dr. Memmel.

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August 31, 2025

5.0

She did a great job

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August 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel was outstanding, meticulously going over every detail and providing notes for my reference. Her expertise leaves me feeling completely assured.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

She is kind, knowledgeable, empathetic, and thorough.

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August 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Memmel is wonderful. Not only does she take time to explain all the facets of your test results and treatment - even beyond the scope of surgery - and her work as a surgeon is remarkable. She really cares and cheers you on to your recovery.

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August 09, 2025

5.0

extremely professional, excellent communicator, very knowledgeable

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July 25, 2025

5.0

She's the best doctor I ever met. Professional , kind , respectful, caring...everything that you need when you have to go through surgery. She hold my hand in the OR before I was put under anesthesia and this meant a lot to me. I honestly hope that all the doctors are the same attitude towards their patients. Thank doctor Memmel! You changed my life God bless you!

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July 25, 2025

5.0

So thankful for having Dr. Gretchen [ 's recommendation to consult Dr. Heidi Memmel. Despite breast cancer diagnosis, I really enjoyed meeting Dr. Memmel and am happy to be in her expert care.

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July 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel was excellent during my appointment. She saw me in a last minute when my appointment with another provider was canceled. She spent time with me to explain everything and responded to my questions. She is very caring and knowledgeable.

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July 23, 2025

5.0

I was referred to Dr Heidi Memmel by Dr [last name] who l been seeing after my surgery for breast cancer in 2010. And who my husband had been seeing until his dearth for stage 4 Kidney cancer that had spread.

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July 19, 2025

5.0

Clear and digestible explanations, patience when answering follow up questions

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July 16, 2025

5.0

Amazing bedside manor and always there to listen and give solid medical advice

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July 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel took the time to explain everything to me so thoroughly and with such genuine care. She was incredibly kind and made me feel completely at ease throughout my visit. It truly means so much when a doctor treats you like family - I'm very grateful for her compassion and professionalism.

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July 07, 2025

5.0

Top notch Dr in every way. Great at explaining the choice of the procedures and then having the patient have a say as to preferences within those choices.

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June 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel is kind, caring, very thorough, provides clear medical knowledge. Her skill as a surgeon is excellent. I am very grateful to her.

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June 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Memmel is thorough, caring and I have full confidence in her guidance. In addition her staff has been great as well.

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June 02, 2025

5.0

Very thorough, caring

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May 28, 2025

5.0

Her expertise is a 10+. She is caring and kind in addition to being highly knowledgeable and skilled in breast surgery.

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May 28, 2025

5.0

Gives clear and concise explanation of diagnosis and treatment regime, performed surgery with precision and care.

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May 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel took time to explain my results and show them to me so I could better understand why they needed biopsy and the ultimate results. She also took much time to give me and show me options available to me. I have great faith in Dr. Memmel as surgeon and also the plastic surgeons she works with.

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May 22, 2025

5.0

I would highly recommend this doctor because she is so intelligent and caring. She makes me feel so cared for when I am with her. I have complete trust in her and would recommend her to everybody.

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May 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Memmel is wondering!

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May 16, 2025

5.0

Extremely nice , professional, kind person. She was very patient and she explained everything with clarity and kindness

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May 16, 2025

5.0

concise and clear explanations, did not feel rushed through the appointment, feel confident knowing the next steps

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May 14, 2025

5.0

Dr Memmel has been wonderful during my whole journey. She is thorough, asks questions, provides thoughtful answers and seems to really care. I have felt comfortable in her care.

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May 05, 2025

5.0

She is kind and professional and show concerns

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May 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel is a fantastic physician_kind, empathetic, knowledgeable, and friendly.

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May 05, 2025

5.0

She is very good going thru all my questions. She had my best interest at heart.

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