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Cynthia R. Ambler, MD

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Pediatrics

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1994
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1997

Board Certifications

American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Instructor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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5.0

5.0

265 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

60 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

60 Reviews

August 18, 2022

5.0

She explain everything clear. She listen carefully.

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August 18, 2022

5.0

She is so kind and friendly. Sheâ€™s listen carefully, and explain clear.

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July 29, 2022

5.0

Dr Ambler is incredibly thorough - she genuinely cares about her patients and takes the time with them at appointments. Shes incredibly kind with a calming demeanor that puts you at ease from the second she walks in the room.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Takes time, kind, great w kids

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July 26, 2022

5.0

I (and the kids) love Dr. Ambler. She is welcoming and warm, and always provides for a pleasant experience.

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July 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ambler is the pediatrician to both my children, she cares greatly for their well-being and does everything she can to ensure they are treated with the utmost care.

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July 08, 2022

5.0

She is so kind, never makes you feel rushed, and listens attentively to questions. Our kiddo likes her as well, a big plus!

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ambler is kind and thorough in her evaluation. She makes everyone feel comfortable and always answers every question

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June 17, 2022

5.0

She is incredibly understanding, knowledgeable, and thorough. My kids and I both love going to her

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June 17, 2022

5.0

She is a good listener who really knows our kids

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June 17, 2022

5.0

She is so patient and calm and always makes me feel like Iâ€™m doing the right stuff and my boys are on the right track

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ambler always goes the extra mile for gettin is good care.

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May 27, 2022

5.0

Sheâ€™s amazing. Always preps us for things to look out for during the time between visits (and sheâ€™s been right EVERY-TIME). Sheâ€™s wonderful with our son

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May 27, 2022

5.0

She was so kind and friendly. Answered all my questions and didnâ€™t overwhelm me with information.

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May 14, 2022

5.0

Best is the Answer

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May 05, 2022

5.0

She is incredible with children. Reinforcing good habits guiding them to correct habits as needed. She is calm, approachable and knowledgeable. I am thrilled she is my daughter's doctor.

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April 23, 2022

5.0

Excellent and attentive care.

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April 19, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ambler is thorough, knowledgeable, and communicative to families.

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April 15, 2022

5.0

Sheâ€™s very patient with stressed out moms!

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April 07, 2022

5.0

Sheâ€™s the only reason I keep coming back.

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April 04, 2022

5.0

Listens, is proactive, knowledgeable

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April 01, 2022

5.0

With years passing by she still remembers your child. Very personable and my son loves her.

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March 25, 2022

5.0

She always above expectations! Highly recommend her to anyone.

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March 24, 2022

5.0

Very thoughtful and thorough. Good bedside manner and addressed all of our concerns.

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March 19, 2022

5.0

Dr. Cynthia Ambler is a fantastic physician. She is prompt. She is very informative. She works extremely well with children. We absolutely love her.

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March 18, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ambler is very thorough in her visits and shows true care for her patients.

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March 18, 2022

5.0

Calm, informative, kind

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March 18, 2022

5.0

She has been very helpful and wonderful to work with

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March 11, 2022

5.0

My children love her

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March 07, 2022

5.0

She listens really well and creates a no-stress environment for my child.

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March 04, 2022

5.0

She is so kind, patient, and thorough in her visits. My son loves her and, being first time parents, we couldn't be happier!! I am so grateful we found her!

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March 03, 2022

5.0

Sheâ€™s always lovely and encouraging.

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February 25, 2022

5.0

Excellent communication, efficiency, and service. Wonderful bedside manner.Listens to her patients.

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February 25, 2022

5.0

Dr Ambler is the best!!! She is so knowledgeable and listens to my questions and concerns.

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February 19, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ambler is the most patient, kind, patient-centered doctor I have ever met.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

Love her

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January 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ambler is the best. I appreciate her honesty and the time she gives to answer questions.

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January 28, 2022

5.0

Dr. Ambler is such an amazing physician and person. Trust her completely and that is invaluable when it comes to my children!

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Very personable, relatable and put my 12 year old daughter at ease.

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January 21, 2022

5.0

Dr Ambler is a perfect for our family. She knows the questions to ask and the way to make a point/offer suggestions without being overbearing. She is always so positive and sends the right messages to my children, who have seen her since they were infants and are now 19, 17, 14, and 12.

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January 18, 2022

5.0

She has been my kids' pediatrician since they were born and we love her.

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December 27, 2021

5.0

Friendly, compassionate and knowledgeable physician. She takes the time to thoroughly exam her patients while also ensuring parents are comfortable.

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December 10, 2021

5.0

Sheâ€™s patient and thorough.

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December 03, 2021

5.0

Best pediatrician we have ever seen.

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December 01, 2021

5.0

Kind, great listener, I felt believed

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November 26, 2021

5.0

She is so very smart, kind, and relates so well to both kids and parents. Sheâ€™s the best pediatrician weâ€™ve ever seen, EASILY.

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October 28, 2021

5.0

Sheâ€™s always patient and never makes me feel like a question is dumb even though sheâ€™s heard it 1,000 times before. Was just telling my husband today I hope she never leaves!

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October 22, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable, personable, and gives us adequate time.

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October 15, 2021

5.0

Dr. Ambler is very kind and answers all of our questions! She also interacts well with our daughter.

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October 14, 2021

5.0

I love Dr. Cynthia Ambler!!! She is si very caring and sweet and takes her time with us!!! There is no better doctor than her!!! We have been with her for 17 years!!!!

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October 12, 2021

5.0

She take care our kids like her kids. Sheâ€™s so sweet and the medicine that she give us Is exactly my kids needs. Sheâ€™s the best.

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October 07, 2021

5.0

She is so kind and she always goes the extra mile for her patients. She is a good listener and you can tell she actually cares

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October 03, 2021

5.0

Dr. Ambler makes you feel like you are the only patient in the office. She doesnâ€™t rush you out or hurry your questions. She takes the time to listen to your concerns and explain everything to you.

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September 20, 2021

5.0

Iâ€™d rate higher than 10 if I could. Dr. Ambler is a phenomenal physician who not only treats her patients, but cares for the parents as well. Sheâ€™s makes the office visit not a scary situation for a young child. She is the doctor other physicians should look to for example.

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September 20, 2021

5.0

Easy to talk to, friendly, listens.

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September 17, 2021

5.0

Caring, personable, my 8 year old feels so comfortable around her.

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August 06, 2021

5.0

Love her!!!! Been seeing her for many years with 3 kids

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August 05, 2021

5.0

i actually followed her to the practice. shes been my PCP since i was born and i couldnt endorse her more highly.

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August 03, 2021

5.0

Always great with the kids

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July 21, 2021

5.0

very patient-centered, good communicator, explained and encouraging to patient and family

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Disclosures

Cynthia R. Ambler, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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