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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

5.0

5.0

445 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

66 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

66 Reviews

April 21, 2025

5.0

Excellent treatment. Preparation before and after surgery. Knowledgeable and supportive staff to help families waiting for patients.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable. Very helpful in explaining and making patient feel Comfortable. Efficient office.

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April 10, 2025

5.0

Very competent and compassionate

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April 07, 2025

5.0

So kind and compassionate. Took time to explain everything in detail. I really feel cared for and I'm so grateful to Dr. Memmel

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April 07, 2025

5.0

She is wonderful, always makes me feel that I have her attention during visits, answers my questions and I totally trust her with my care.

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April 07, 2025

5.0

She is very professional, humane, warm, she treats the patient with great respect, even when one is sick the Doctor generates tranquility and peace.

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April 02, 2025

5.0

I feel very confident about her professionalism, she takes her time to explains the procedures clearly, she is kind.

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel is an amazing doctor & surgeon.

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Her demeanor made me feel at ease

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March 17, 2025

5.0

She is a great communicator and a very caring health professional

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March 14, 2025

5.0

Professional, personable, educates patients on details of their diagnosis and care options. Can't say enough good about her!

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March 12, 2025

5.0

First and foremost she has a great bedside manner. She discusses the problems and solutions in layman's terms. She's very knowledgeable and compassionate.

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March 05, 2025

5.0

She has been a wonderful doctor throughout my entire cancer journey. She is thorough, patient, answers all questions, responsive via portal and all around cares about the wellness of her patients. She is wonderful!

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March 05, 2025

5.0

Best care given over time

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March 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel's is a very good surgeon. Beyond that she cares deeply about her patients and tries to eliminate as much stress as possible out of the situation. The fact that her nurse is available by cell phone took a lot of the stress away and made me feel confident that I was in good hands!

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March 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Memmel is a very knowledgeable surgeon and caring person!

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March 01, 2025

5.0

She makes you extremely comfortable,and explain everything step by step and check in with you by phone soon after procedure.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Memmel is knowledgeable care and professional

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Dr Memmel is very nice , thorough and explained everything so well. She stayed with me until all of my questions were answered , has the best bedside manner of any doctor that I've met!

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February 14, 2025

5.0

She was very professional, knowledgeable and most of all her bedside manner is to admired. I felt very comfortable, confident and safe under her care.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

A hard time dealing with being sick. The doctor was compassionate, explaining things as many times as needed. She has a comforting smile and very knowledgeable.

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February 05, 2025

5.0

Caring. Listens.

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February 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel was professional, courteous, warm, helpful, thorough, and went above & beyond to help make my visit as pleasant and successful as possible.

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February 05, 2025

5.0

My surgery went very well, no complications and he has great bedside manner.

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February 04, 2025

5.0

She was very good at explaining everything and is a top notch surgeon too. Also the fact that she had an awesome team helping her really meant a lot!

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February 03, 2025

5.0

She was kind, answered all our questions and did a thorough examination ..

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February 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel was exceptionally kind and compassionate during my visit. She took the time to thoroughly explain my risk assessment and ensured that I fully understood it. Her attentiveness and genuine care made me feel valued as a patient.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Memmel is exceptional, one of the best doctors I have ever seen!

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January 12, 2025

5.0

Professional

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January 10, 2025

5.0

She makes you feel seen and that you are important and deserve her undivided attention.

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December 27, 2024

5.0

Very hands on, presence felt from start to finish and even after.

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Memmel is caring and knowledgeable.

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December 13, 2024

5.0

Very caring and explained everything

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November 29, 2024

5.0

She's awesome! She's professional, respectful, kind, compassionate, caring and patient. I have already recommended her to family and friends.

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Excellent expertise, accessibility, attentiveness, does not rush conversations, answers all questions, great bedside manner, empathetic

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November 23, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, explains things easily, positive and thorough and very kind

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November 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Memmel is very professional, respectful, kind, caring, and patient. I have already recommended Dr. Memmel.

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November 13, 2024

5.0

Dr Memmel has the best bedside manner. She listens, takes patient concerns seriously and addresses them quickly and accurately. I highly recommend her for top notch healthcare results.

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November 12, 2024

5.0

caring, attentive doctor

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Felt so comfortable, like I was with a good friend.

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November 08, 2024

5.0

Experience, expertise, accessibility, compassion

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November 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Memmel took the time to go over my surgical plan. She spent the time to go over everything including my concerns and worries. I feel very confident in her ability to take such great care of me

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November 01, 2024

5.0

Her explanations, her effort to educate her patients, her bedside manner, the care she exudes, and her excellent work as a surgeon!

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October 30, 2024

5.0

Very attentive

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October 24, 2024

5.0

She is an excellent listener and has unlimited patience. I was deeply impressed by her ability to clearly explain the cancer diagnosis, what surgery is needed, and what to expect following the surgery.

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October 21, 2024

5.0

She is an excellent doctor, she listens and kindly answers all the patient's questions and takes time with all patients.

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October 18, 2024

5.0

Very personable and takes her time with each patient.

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October 17, 2024

5.0

Dr Memmel and staff are wonderful and caring. The entire experience from registration, to being brought into the exam room and vitals checked with medical assistants/nurses, to being examined and treated by Dr Memmel, is an excellent experience when you need it the most. Dr Memel listens, is compassionate, and effective with treatment. She takes the time to answer all questions and explain treatment plans clearly.

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October 16, 2024

5.0

Highly recommended

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October 11, 2024

5.0

Experienced, compassionate, clearly explained options, did not rush theu discussion

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October 10, 2024

5.0

Expert in her field and caring doctor

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October 09, 2024

5.0

Her work is good.

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October 07, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable Very detailed Showed care and went above and beyond for her patient

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October 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Memmel was so calm and reassuring. She explained everything in great detail and did not rush me at all. So amazing!

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October 07, 2024

5.0

She's professional, knowledgeable, friendly, compassionate and take very good care of her patients.

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October 03, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and I always felt like she really did a great job explaining everything to me and answering my questions. Very caring and compassionate person.

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October 02, 2024

5.0

Dr Memmel is incredible. An excellent physician and phenomenal surgeon. She is caring, and understanding of the needs of her patients.

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October 02, 2024

5.0

She is always so caring and informative.

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October 01, 2024

5.0

She is never in a rush. Always concerned about the total patient.

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September 27, 2024

5.0

She is very professional, kind, caring, supportive and patient. She explained in detail what type of breast cancer I have, what my situation is at the moment and what are the treatment options I have. She made me feel stronger, more confident, positive and hopeful.

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September 25, 2024

5.0

She is kind and knowledgeable and takes time to explain every detail.

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September 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Memmel is thorough, and listens to my concerns. She is proactive in evaluating if further work up is warranted. Very thoughtful and patient focused.

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September 16, 2024

5.0

Extremely gifted surgeon and very kind, compassionate and listened to my concerns.

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September 13, 2024

5.0

Dr Memmel is one of a kind. Kind, compassionate person, an amazing surgeon.

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September 13, 2024

5.0

Excellent provider

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September 06, 2024

5.0

She explains things clearly, carefully, and slowly enough for a patient to absorb the information. She's also thorough in answering any and all questions.

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