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 - Focused Practice in Central Nervous System Endovascular Surgery (Certified)
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:: Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Grayslake Ambulatory Surgery Center

Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Palos Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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534 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

36 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

36 Reviews

February 24, 2026

5.0

Dr Potts took time to give a very thorough explanation of my MRI. He was very knowledgeable and answered all of my questions. He is an excellent doctor with great bedside manor.

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February 14, 2026

5.0

Explains illness and procedures very thoroughly

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Very kind professional and explains things well.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Was very personable and explained everything in layman terms.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Dr Potts is amazing and he saved my life

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January 18, 2026

5.0

Dr. Potts seems very knowledgeable. He explained my situation in a way that i could understand. He was very compassionate, friendly and made me feel confident throughout the consultation.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

A leader in his field yet he took an inordinate amount of time to answer all of our questions and explain everything thoroughly. Very kind and compassionate _ we never felt rushed.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Excellent care

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December 01, 2025

5.0

He was very thorough, kind, answered all my questions, and did not rush me. He came up with a plan to go forward with getting answers to address my problems. Stellar!

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Potts is a brilliant physician who combines his skills and capabilities with a unique kindness and empathy for the patient that is unmatched. Dr. Potts' team ( Samantha) reflect his dedication, discipline and quiet efficiency that is a true mark of excellence.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Dr Potts took his time & explain the aneurysms I have & talked to me and about the MRA I had taken in July 2025 where my aneurysms were found Dr Potts talked about the many procedures that are available to correct aneurysms & addressed the risks & benefits ~ he answered all my questions I was very impressed with Dr Potts & all the time that Dr Potts gave me to be sure I was comfortable in understanding the aneurysm situation I have ~ He was very detailed about the different procedures that can be done to correct aneurysms & reassured me that my condition right now is something that needs to be watched and suggested an MRA again in January 2026 I'm very fortunate to have a great doctor

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Him and his team do a great job

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Potts is a kind and approachable professional. He took time to explain what was going on with my medical condition and answered all of my questions. He did not try to rush me through the appointment -- this was important to me -- I don't think a brain aneurysm compares to a broken fingernail ... and neither did he.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

After the visit I let my family know that I really like this doctor. He explained everything thoroughly to me in a way that I understood exactly what my options are.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

He is the best very knowledgeable

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October 03, 2025

5.0

Courteous knowledgeable

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Dr Potts takes an educational approach. He takes time to make sure I understand everything and know what is going on with the arteries in my brain and what the plan is.

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September 19, 2025

5.0

A real caring Doctor

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September 06, 2025

5.0

The doctor took the time to explain what was going on. Listened to what I had to say.

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August 29, 2025

5.0

I had telehealth with Dr. Potts. Even though I was on a walk, we discussed my MRI and future plans.

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August 25, 2025

5.0

He spent plenty of time with me and answered all my questions.

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August 18, 2025

5.0

He is an excellent doctor . He takes time to explain things, listens attentively

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August 18, 2025

5.0

Because Doctor Potts takes his time to explain from the start to the end and he ask you how you feel about what he's saying and what questions do you or your family have.Doctor Potts was God sent to see about me and I appreciate his compassion and Patience with me and my family

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August 17, 2025

5.0

He pays attention to my questions, and anticipates my questions. He gives straight information, He seems personable & kind (unusual for a surgeon?); only issue is trying to get to see him. I like him, he's been following me for years. However I had to get a 2nd appointment to see him this year as when scheduling my regular appointment I was not allowed to see him but only his nurse, so I had to make the 2nd.

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July 28, 2025

5.0

Took time to show me images and tests. He answered my questions. His sudent doctor was kind and caring.

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July 28, 2025

5.0

Likeable

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July 07, 2025

5.0

Outstanding and thorough a true professional who cares about his patients.

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June 30, 2025

5.0

He took the time to explain my condition,and made a point to refer me to another specialist

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June 28, 2025

5.0

Dr Potts took time to educate me on my own scans. He layed out a great plan and the follow through has been equally amazing for the next steps he recommended. The next doc office called to schedule a test and when I called to schedule scans even that person took time to make sure I understood everything.

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June 24, 2025

5.0

He explained everything thoroughly.

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June 09, 2025

5.0

See above. He has operated on me twice. There is nobody as good as he is.

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May 19, 2025

5.0

Very thoughtful and made me feel relaxed

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May 12, 2025

5.0

He holds nothing back and when you are ill you need to know the truth.

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May 06, 2025

5.0

Thorough, professional.answered all concerns

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May 05, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable, gentle, explains everything, always put your care first and an amazing neurosurgeon.

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May 03, 2025

5.0

He's very competent and easy to talk to and relate too. Felt very confident in his diagnosis.

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