Shelly A. Bauer, APRN

Shelly A. Bauer, APRN

Certified Nurse Practitioner

4.9 
1264 ratings  Read Reviews
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Primary Specialty

Family Medicine

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

  • Nurse Practitioner

Education

Professional Education:
MS, Northern Illinois University School of Nursing - 2007

Certifications and Licensures

  • American Nurses Credentialing Center - Nurse Practitioner-Family (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

1264 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

Great practitioner

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February 19, 2026

5.0

She is a wonderful human being who listens to all my concerns. And very polite

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February 19, 2026

5.0

She is very thorough. And listen to what I said!!

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Shelly read my background information and was able to respond to all of my issues with comments, questions and answers. She spent more time with me than her predecessor ever did. Since I am a new patient for her I was glad she was willing to get to know me and discuss my concerns.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

She listens

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Shelly was very thorough and listened to everything carefully.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

She is the Best person I have ever met she is very professional and very knowledgeable and very kind she is definitely a keeper thank you.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Caring and knowledgeable

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January 27, 2026

5.0

She does a good job.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Shelly takes time to listen to her patients. You never feel like rushing you out of the exam room. She's a very compassionate medical provider. Shes's one in a million!

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January 22, 2026

5.0

She listens & I don't feel rushed

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January 21, 2026

5.0

She is actively trying to helpcme

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Shelly takes her time and listens to my needs.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Personable, quick, kind, informative, but not pushy

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Great doctor and very underst.anding0

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January 18, 2026

5.0

She is great!

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Because she is very good

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January 08, 2026

5.0

She is such a beautiful person who actually listens and addresses all factors and helps decide what is best for you. She is very caring. I really appreciate her.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Shelly is great! I would highly recommend her

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Great listener

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Shelly is a wonderful doctor and very caring person.

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Because it's clear he knows what he's doing.

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January 01, 2026

5.0

Professional and friendly. Easy to talk to

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December 27, 2025

5.0

Always friendly, professional, courteous, attentive, accommodating, and passionate.

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December 24, 2025

5.0

She cares and is very knowledgeable.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

There are not enough words to express the quality of care provided by this practitioner. 5 stars all the way.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Very professional, caring, understanding.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Everuthing is done well and explained

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December 13, 2025

5.0

Listens and friendly

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December 11, 2025

5.0

She is such an intelligent person and really cares about your health and well being.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

I appreciate it that she took the time to listen and answer my questions.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Super knowledgeable...

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Same as above. Very good and genuine!

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Great listening and good explanations

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December 04, 2025

5.0

She is very informative, knowledgeable and kind . Takes time to listen to you and wants to help !!!

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Caring individual with very good listening skills

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Just the best

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November 26, 2025

5.0

She is excellent- thoroughly attended to all my needs

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Definitely would recommend Shelly Bauer....she is so thorough and attentive.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk to and I never feel rushed

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November 11, 2025

5.0

She is very nice and gives me a good vibe while speaking to her.

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Shelly Bauer is thorough, compassionate and super friendly Focused care and attention

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November 04, 2025

5.0

She is the best! Knowledgeable, easy to talk to and nonjudgmental, she is someone you can really trust for primary care.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Takes the time to listen and makes you feel comfy.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

As above! She cared. She really tried to work with m daughter. 26 year old disable girl with daily migraines and high anxiety!!

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October 22, 2025

5.0

She's a very good listener & very helpful

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October 17, 2025

5.0

She listens to you and is very nice and good at her job.

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October 13, 2025

5.0

She is always friendly and knows exactly what will help me with my health issue.

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October 11, 2025

5.0

She is so kind and caring. Really listens to any of my concerns. I feel I'm receiving the best possible care. I have referred friends to her.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Shelly is the most caring and considerate NP I've ever seen. She's so knowledgeable and takes the time to listen to her patients. She's truly one in a million!

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October 06, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable.

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October 03, 2025

5.0

She is compassionate and nonjudgmental.

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October 02, 2025

5.0

She is a good listener and explains things well. Friendly, professional manner that I appreciate.

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September 26, 2025

5.0

She is always so attentive and caring. I appreciate her expertise and always trying to get ahead of the issues that may arise.

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September 25, 2025

5.0

Very good and attentive

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September 15, 2025

5.0

Shelley Bauer gives great care! I never feel rushed - she truly works to understand any issues or concerns I have. She's a great asset to your practice!

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Shelly is an extraordinary NP. She takes the time to really listen to her patients and makes things very easy to understand.

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September 08, 2025

5.0

Shelly Bauer is an amazing CNP. She takes time to listen to and always makes you feel heard.

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September 03, 2025

5.0

She is engaged, supportive, and always listens to concerns.

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September 02, 2025

5.0

Good communication

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August 31, 2025

5.0

Her bedside manner was amazing m.

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August 31, 2025

5.0

Very kind and professional

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August 31, 2025

5.0

They were great

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August 22, 2025

5.0

Kind compassionate knowledgeable She listens and understands

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August 18, 2025

5.0

She always listens and really cares about her patients. The health care she provides is amazing

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August 18, 2025

5.0

I like her confidence in her assessments and recommendations. I like how she listens and I appreciate her overall demeanor with me.

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August 18, 2025

5.0

She never appears rushed. Listens patiently. Gives options and respects patient advocacy.

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August 12, 2025

5.0

She is easy to talk to and goes over all that's bothering you.

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August 11, 2025

5.0

She's a wonderful doctor

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August 10, 2025

5.0

She is a good dr

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August 10, 2025

5.0

My wife and I have been patients in her practice. She has been always very professional.

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August 09, 2025

5.0

Shelly has always been right on target with helping me with my needs

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August 08, 2025

5.0

Shelly takes time, listens and is thorough and competent in her care. She is caring and personable.

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August 05, 2025

5.0

She is everything you need in a medical provided. Empathetic, real, and appropriately proactive.

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August 03, 2025

5.0

My reason was because Shelly was really caring, I liked how she would listen to my every need and was very patient with me. She checked me and everything. I don't regret choosing her as my doctor.

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July 30, 2025

5.0

Shelly is very professional! She has extensive knowledge as an NP. She takes the time to listen to your concerns, does a thorough review of your history with you, reviews previous test and explains the outcomes using nomenclature understandable by a non-medical person. Shelly does the extensive follow up pertaining to outpatient care.

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July 30, 2025

5.0

She cares

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July 25, 2025

5.0

Shelly is awesome...doesn't rush me when I have questions or want to discuss something with her

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July 24, 2025

5.0

Very attentive, caring, thorough, and explained everything in detail!

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July 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bauer, Is an very amazing doctor

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July 16, 2025

5.0

She actually listens and is genuinely concerned for her patients!

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July 16, 2025

5.0

Shelly is incredible, so patient and helpful and treats me like a person.

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July 10, 2025

5.0

Shelly Bauer is very professional in every aspect of her services. During my visit, she was well prepared for the follow up to my recent hospitalization. She reviewed my test, requested further information from the neurologist regarding possible incomplete information on a test with regards to medical procedures. She checked my recovery from suspected TIA by having me demonstrate strength, looked for vision concerns. She reviewed blood , MRI, and other test results taken during my hospitalization. She is knowledgeable, though, and empathic.

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July 09, 2025

5.0

Shelly Bauer is very nice and personable to assist with the issues a person may have.

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July 09, 2025

5.0

Knowlegable, compassionate, understanding and to the point.

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July 07, 2025

5.0

Shelly always listens to me and makes me feel heard.

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July 03, 2025

5.0

Shelly Bauer is patient, kind, asks questions, answers questions. I trust her and her staff.

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July 03, 2025

5.0

She knows her stuff.

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July 02, 2025

5.0

Shelly is the best provider

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July 02, 2025

5.0

Shelly Bauer is one of the best providers my has ever had

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July 02, 2025

5.0

Shelly Bauer is very thorough. She takes her time to listen and quick to respond on the app.

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July 01, 2025

5.0

Very professional. Listens to my concerns. Willing to work with me solving any concerns that I might have. Her prescription assignments have resulted in more than favorable results.

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June 30, 2025

5.0

Shelly is honest when she does not have an answer and refers accordingly.

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June 24, 2025

5.0

On time, available on short notice and very professional

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June 24, 2025

5.0

Shelly is truly one of the best healthcare providers I've ever had. She's kind, attentive, and takes the time to really listen. I never feel rushed or brushed off_she always makes me feel heard and respected. Shelly explains everything clearly and makes sure I'm comfortable with each step of my care. It's rare to find someone so knowledgeable and compassionate. I feel incredibly lucky to have her as my nurse practitioner and would recommend her to anyone looking for thoughtful, quality care.

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June 11, 2025

5.0

I'm happy with her but each person is different and people will deal better with people they get along with.

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June 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Shelly Bauer takes the time to listen and understand your needs and problems. She is always attentive and extremely friendly. I'm so happy that someone suggested her for me.

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June 09, 2025

5.0

Personality is number one.

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June 07, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and hrlpfull

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June 07, 2025

5.0

I feal very comfortable and her knowledge

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Disclosures

Shelly A. Bauer, APRN reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2025.

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