Leonardo Vargas, MD

Leonardo Vargas, MD

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

  • Adult Medicine
  • Aviation Medical Examiner
  • Health Education
  • Men's Health
  • Pre-Operative Evaluation
  • Preventive Medicine

Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Costa Rica - 1994
Residency:
Ascension Illinois/St Francis - 1999

Languages Spoken

  • French
  • Spanish

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant 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
Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Because his very good doctor he cares for his patients

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April 26, 2025

5.0

He's efficient, thorough and friendly.

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April 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vargas is a very knowledgeable and caring doctor, and has help me with my medical issues for many years.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

On time, knowledgeable and thorough. Good team and patient experience.

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor. He is thorough and always figures out the best solutions

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vargas is very knowledgeable and a good communicator. He is both thorough and efficient. I feel lucky to have him as my physician.

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Explains everything does not rush me. Extremely intelligent

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Vargas takes time to explain things to you. You can tell he very concern about his patients. And if you have questions he eill explain it to you where you can understand.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Amazing doctor. Very kind, knowledgeable, thorough and attentive to patient needs.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vargas is great, caring and takes his time with me.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Very attention to detail. Address all my concerns. Always very welcoming with a great smile.

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April 10, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgabe, compassionate and fully explains medical terminology and reasons for recommendations

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April 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vargas is exceptional. He's thoughtful, intelligent, personable, and has great attention to detail.

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April 10, 2025

5.0

Efficient, knowledgeable and caring

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April 09, 2025

5.0

He was kind and thorough.

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor with the best bedside manner. Very thorough.

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April 03, 2025

5.0

He has been my doctor for many years and I respect him immensely

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April 03, 2025

5.0

Helpful n respectful

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April 01, 2025

5.0

I believe Dr Vargas is a wonderful doctor. He takes the time to talk with you about your health and what's he going to suggest fir you. And he explain in a way that a older person can understand.

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March 30, 2025

5.0

He is informative, knowledgeable, and lets you be a part of the decision making

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March 29, 2025

5.0

He's fantastic. Knowledgeable and caring.

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March 29, 2025

5.0

Everything works very well for me.

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March 29, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor takes his time with the patient

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March 26, 2025

5.0

highly competent. great bedside manner. very practical.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

He is a good listener & problem solver. He takes time with you & answers questions. He also explains why certain procedures are necessary & what to expect.

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March 18, 2025

5.0

He is Great

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vargas is very thorough and caring.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Love Dr. Vargas... always very thorough.

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March 13, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable

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March 11, 2025

5.0

Caring, knowledgeable, experienced, good fit for me.

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March 07, 2025

5.0

He speaks clearly and makes me understand what I need to do to get better

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March 07, 2025

5.0

Dr.Vargas is very smart and professional.You feel he really cares about your wellbeing.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

He's an excellent doctor

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Top notch

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February 28, 2025

5.0

Best empathy, no rush approach. Explains all details.

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February 25, 2025

5.0

He is professional caring. He explains everything. He has a great bedside manner

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor

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February 21, 2025

5.0

He is a physician who truly listens and cares about patients

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February 21, 2025

5.0

great doctor helps aot with my condition and insurance issues

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February 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vargas is thorough, he listens and he answers questions direct and thoughtfully. I feel fortunate to have him as a primary care physician.

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February 20, 2025

5.0

He listens is very kind.

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vargas is always thorough and compassionate. He is the best physician I have ever

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vargas is very knowledgeable and has help me over the years with all my medical concerns. He is a caring and compassionate Doctor.

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February 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Vargas is attentive, thoroughly explains the diagnosis & meds he prescribes

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February 19, 2025

5.0

I am in great shape at 87 due to him

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Leonardo listens well to everything I have to say. Checks on all of my aches, and then will recommend a specialist or group for more specific treatment.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

He makes his patients feel welcomed. He is also very knowledgeable.

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February 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Vargas was very knowledgeable and took his time. His medical assistant Yari was very professional and kind i truly feel that I received amazing care.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

He is attentive and gives great advise to what is needed depending on your results or what you are going through.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

It would more than fill this space. I've gone to him for 9 years and I have not had one bad experience. FYI I'm extremely selective with the physician I use.

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February 08, 2025

5.0

I love Dr Vargas. He's patient, kind, really cares.

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Listens. Evaluates Caring. Thoughtful

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Great attention to all my concerns and questions. He is a great Doctor.

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February 03, 2025

5.0

Thorough, friendly, competent.

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February 02, 2025

5.0

We are getting immediate attention and help to get better but also advise and recommendations to see other specialists whenever necessary.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Dr Vargas was friendly thorough and knowledgeable.

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January 27, 2025

5.0

Perfect and knowledgeable. Caring.

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January 27, 2025

5.0

He is very professional and knowledgable.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Vargas listens and addresses concerns and does not rush.

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January 04, 2025

5.0

Easy to reach, personable, caring

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December 31, 2024

5.0

Quality care. Outstanding Doctor.

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December 31, 2024

5.0

Excellent Doctor. Extremely competent

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December 28, 2024

5.0

Chicago's top Doc!

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December 24, 2024

5.0

Highly qualified, on time appointments, friendly, takes the time to answer all my questions and very knowledgeable.

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December 24, 2024

5.0

He takes good care of me.

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December 23, 2024

5.0

He has been my doctor for 30 years +. He is a knowledgeable professional. Also has become my family's doctor and my friend.

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December 23, 2024

5.0

He is the BEST!

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Excellent physician.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

Dr. Vargas is a fantastic doctor...what a pleasure it was to see him today...very thorough extremely personable...thank you doctor we will see you hopefully next year.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

He is simply the most professional yet deeply kind and human doctor I have ever dealt with

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December 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Vargas is personable and very thorough.

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December 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Leonardo. Vargas is the best Doctor. He keeps you informed about my health every step of the way, such as test results.. If he sees any problem he lets me know and instructs me what o do.

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December 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Vargas is extremely professional and knowledgeable. He is very thorough and friendly, and has great bedside manners. Would recommend him to anyone.

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December 07, 2024

5.0

His name speaks for itself.

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December 03, 2024

5.0

He always listens and provides valuable opinions. Very compassionate.

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November 27, 2024

5.0

Wonderful doctor. Excellent care.

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Best physician I have ever had.

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Vargas is a kind and caring professional who I know has my best interests at heart. He always takes his time with me and answers all my questions. He is a great doctor and a wonderful person.

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Because Dr Vargas tells you exactly what you need to do for your health and at same time he let's you know what is best for you

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November 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Vargas spends time with me, answers questions and tracks my issues from year to year. I was also with his nurse Yari for the first time this year and she was great!

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November 20, 2024

5.0

He's smart and intuitive and really cares about his patients. We are a multigenerational family who have been cared for by Leo. He provided care for my mom and dad, my brother and sister-in-law, as well as me. He's an excellent diagnostician. And he always hits the mark in treatment as well as with preventative medicine.

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November 19, 2024

5.0

Spectacular examination

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November 15, 2024

5.0

Friendly, details and patient oriented. Listens and responds to the other side.

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November 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Vargas is amazing!

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November 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Vargas is an excellent, thoughtful and very caring Doctor. Dr.Vargas diagnosed my gallbladder issue very quickly and immediately set me on my way to a full recovery. I am very grateful for the superb medical care.

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November 06, 2024

5.0

Skill, personality and compassion

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November 01, 2024

5.0

very thourough good at explaining

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October 31, 2024

5.0

Excellent attention

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October 28, 2024

5.0

Dr. Vargas is extremely responsive, detailed, knowledgeable and caring. I have full confidence in Dr. Vargas's advice and recommendations.

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October 28, 2024

5.0

I like his approach to medicine.

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October 24, 2024

5.0

the doctor listens

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October 24, 2024

5.0

He addresses your concerns

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October 10, 2024

5.0

Awesome, listens, cares. You're not just a number. He's invested in your health.

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October 09, 2024

5.0

I have been going to Dr. Vargas for several years and trust him and find him to be approachable and he always takes the time to talk or address. Any concerns

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October 04, 2024

5.0

Very thorough

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October 02, 2024

5.0

I like Dr.Vargas

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October 01, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manner. He was thorough in his explanations. In addition, he explains treatment options very well.

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September 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Vargas has saved my life twice and has assembled the best care team I could have

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September 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Vargas has been my PCP for many years. Very knowledgeable, excellent manner and very responsive to messages.

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September 28, 2024

5.0

The Best!!!!!

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Leonardo Vargas, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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