Matthew B. Potts, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Neurological Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of California San Francisco School of Medicine - 2007
Internship:: University of California (San Francisco) - 2008
Residency:: University of California (San Francisco) - 2013
Fellowships:: NYU Grossman School of Medicine - 2015

Board Certifications

American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate 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:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Huntley Hospital

McHenry Hospital

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Palos Hospital

Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

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432 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

52 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

52 Reviews

April 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Potts showed so much interest in my health.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

The doctor had bedside manner took time to speak with us and explained everything 100%

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Professional list as well really cares great guy

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April 06, 2024

5.0

So thorough, took his time explaining everything

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Dr. Potts was very knowledgeable, personable, and took time to show me every detail of the [procedure] and why it was recommended over an internal angiogram procedure. I felt sense of relief knowing that a [procedure] was the best approach.

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Clearly helped us better understand our current diagnosis and plan to stay on top of IT

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Very professional and approachable

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Potts is one of the best doctors I've ever met. It is a gift to have a doctor who we like everything about him. Dr. Potts had a wonderful bedside manner, he took time to explain everything in depth which really helped me to understand my disease and to face it without fear. Also, he is a wonderful person.

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March 16, 2024

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and nice. I felt at ease after my appointment .

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March 15, 2024

5.0

"I like his presentation style on what can be concerning and complex conversations."

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March 11, 2024

5.0

He is patient and care's about your worry's

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March 11, 2024

5.0

He and his student were very patient, thorough and educated me on all aspects of my medical situation, possible future care. Preventative care information and testing information and plans. They made me feel very confident of their abilities and confident of my future so that Iâ€™m watchful, knowledgeable but not anxious.

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March 08, 2024

5.0

Exemplary doctor. Explained everything in detail, in layman's terms, answering my questions before I could ask. Highly recommend Dr. Potts.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Potts is brilliant, but also has a warm and caring bedside manner. I received valuable information about me, and my previous condition and how we will proceed going forward. Dr. Potts made me feel relaxed and at ease in his presence. He is a brain surgeon, and he is the best.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

He is very easy to talk to and explained the surgery very well, also what I can expect afterwards.

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March 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Potts was able to explain my situation and options available for treatments very well. I was able to follow along and ask questions as needed. Dr Potts was very attentive, serious when he needed to be and also had a sense of humor. It was easy to talk with him.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

He was very knowledgeable, honest and easy to talk to and he answered all my questions. highly recommended!

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February 26, 2024

5.0

He very knowledgeable answered all our questions so we understood everything he told us. Great doctor and a good person

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Very good communication of issues at hand

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Very clean facility

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Exceptional, above & beyond my expectations. Dr. Potts is a fantastic surgeon & a master at his craft. He was caring, listened & gave me resolve. I definitely received the best care. Iâ€™m very happy he is my Doctor. I left with a positive attitude & feeling calm with my prognosis.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

His friendly and clear way. To explain.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Dr Potts was so kind and thorough. He answered every question without hesitation and explained everything in such detail!

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Took the time to go over everything and explained things.

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January 23, 2024

4.0

I have not yet met him personally, but our telehealth conversation was very good. He is helpful, direct, and recommended by Patricia, their nurse.

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Potts clearly explained the options for the 2nd procedure and why we need to move quickly. Appreciated his insight and patience as he explained the next steps

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Great reputation

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Dr Potts is exceptional and makes me feel at ease.

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Potts is the quintessential physician in his area of neurological surgery.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and caring

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December 18, 2023

5.0

He was knowledgeable, kind and professional. He took time to make sure I understood my scans and his recommendations for treatment.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Same as above. I frequently recommend only NW Medical/doctors to people who have had bad experiences at other medical centers, or fear surgeries that are performed at NW w/ high success rate...

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Professional & thorough

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Although the reason for visit was a scary one, we left the office very hopeful and relieved with next steps.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Supportive, kind, smart, answers questions and good teacher. Also friendly and did not feel rushed.

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Professional, likable

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Very kind get right to the point

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Competent, knowledgeable, friendly and professional.

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December 02, 2023

5.0

I feel he is knowledgeable, and communicates how I can understand

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Dr Potts was knowledgeable and caring.

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November 24, 2023

5.0

Very caring and very thorough

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November 06, 2023

5.0

His ability to put one at ease but also taking time to answer any questions one might have

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November 06, 2023

5.0

He was clear, concise, kind and professional.

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Potts engages with his patients not only with his professional expertise and knowledge but with a true sense of care. He is a truly gifted surgeon.

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Calm and compassionate. Very through in explaining issues!!

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October 24, 2023

5.0

Dr Potts was very informative. He made sure to look over all documentation to provide the best level of care for my situation. He was informative and gave me all the best options for my situation.

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October 16, 2023

5.0

Dr Potts was very thorough and very friendly

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October 09, 2023

5.0

Very personal

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October 03, 2023

5.0

I had great knowledge and did an awesome job fixing my problems.

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October 03, 2023

5.0

Was definitely prepared and familiar with my information even though never having met me. Very engaged throughout the discussion and results oriented.

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October 02, 2023

5.0

See above. Very approachable and accessible

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September 11, 2023

5.0

Clear and precise information and advice.

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Faculty member had an ownership or investment interest in the following companies

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