Matt S. Lesniak, MD

Matt S. Lesniak, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Neurological Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Benign Brain Tumor
  • Cavernous Malformation
  • Cerebral Aneurysm
  • Glioma
  • Malignant Brain Tumor
  • Pituitary Disorders
  • Skull Base Surgery
  • Vascular Malformation/Brain

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine - 1996
Internship:
Johns Hopkins University - 1997
Residency:
Johns Hopkins University - 2003

Languages Spoken

  • German
  • Polish
  • Spanish

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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
Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

107 Ratings

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July 31, 2022

5.0

Because he care about his patients and try to do what’s best for there conditions.

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July 20, 2022

5.0

He’s terrific

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July 20, 2022

5.0

He also explained when I was first diagnosed that I may not need surgery.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Dr Lesniak has treated me for 11 years for a brain tumor. I think he is one of the top Neurological Drs. In the nation. Good bedside manner.

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July 06, 2022

5.0

Awesome personality answers all questions and honest

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor and good communications

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June 01, 2022

5.0

He's an excellent surgeon who took good care of me before, during, and after surgery.

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May 22, 2022

5.0

He was willing to listen to my reasons for seeing him and he gave thoughtful and knowledgeable answers to my questions.

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May 18, 2022

5.0

Explained everything thoroughly.

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April 17, 2022

5.0

I like Dr. Lesniak. He is reassuring and positive.

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March 30, 2022

5.0

Serviced me well, Really caring good doctor

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March 23, 2022

3.0

He was a bit sarcastic to me during our office call

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lesniak has always been thorough in explaining the diagnosis, the reason for the recommended treatment. Very patient.

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March 13, 2022

5.0

Walked away understanding the situation and appreciated his simple explanation.

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March 09, 2022

5.0

He is very professional and I hear be is the best

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March 06, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lesniak was very reassuring with his explanation of my diagnosis and his style is impeccable

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March 06, 2022

5.0

Dr.Lesniak saved my life????.he was Professional. Kind.Gental , he explained to me in detail what he would be doing to me during and after my Surgery. He's still here for me even now to explain to me what I'm going through almost 3 yrs later ?????????.

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March 02, 2022

5.0

Knew when surgery would be required, it NOT.

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February 20, 2022

5.0

Very good listener, patient and knowledgeable.

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February 20, 2022

5.0

Expert knowledge

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February 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Lesniak was approachable and got straight to the point in addressing my concerns and explaining what comes next. I greatly appreciated having the NP present as well, having a name and face (and card) for someone to call with questions. Encounters with the healthcare system sometimes feel dehumanizing, but my brief visit with Dr. Lesniak was caring and reassuring.

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December 05, 2021

5.0

Puts me at ease, precise and to the point.

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December 01, 2021

5.0

He took his time with me and explained clearly.

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December 01, 2021

5.0

Doctor Lesniak was very quick to see what the problem was. He made sure we seen the other doctor’s.

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November 23, 2021

5.0

Listen to the patient. Very well prepared, reviewed MRI images before the visit.

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November 14, 2021

5.0

Dr. Lesniak is an excellent physician, He used his experience to recommend a treatment for me and listened to my personal concerns. He organized my visit with other doctors during my visit so I would not have to make several trips to Chicago. I highly recommend Dr. Lesniak,

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November 07, 2021

5.0

Very Pleasant Demeanor and Personable!

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November 07, 2021

5.0

Very good rapport with him, he takes as much time as you need and is honest and professional

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November 03, 2021

5.0

Professional & thorough

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October 05, 2021

5.0

Excellent Surgeon. Saved my life.

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September 26, 2021

5.0

He’s always nice n professional

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September 22, 2021

5.0

Dr. Lesiak is outstanding. Words cannot describe Dr. Lesniak!!! He is phenomenal!!! A great Doctor!

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September 22, 2021

5.0

Dr. Lesniak is a good Dr. He is honest and compassionate. His nurse Shellie is such a good member if his team and is very smart!

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July 21, 2021

5.0

Highly skilled.

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July 18, 2021

5.0

Easy to talk to

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July 11, 2021

5.0

He is an excellent surgeon whose confidence helped me get through this difficult surgery.

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June 30, 2021

5.0

Dr Lesniak's expertise in brain tumor surgery was the reason I chose him. My care and surgical outcome were beyond my expectations!

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June 16, 2021

5.0

He’s very knowledgeable! Gets to the point of your problem and explains next steps. Awesome!

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June 09, 2021

5.0

Very good and understand

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May 26, 2021

4.0

Although he was not my surgeon, his follow up with me has been a good experience. I’m confident in his abilities.

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May 16, 2021

5.0

He’s an expert in his field.

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May 12, 2021

5.0

Dr. Lesniak is the expert in his field, professional, kind, and welcomes questions from his patients. I highly recommend Dr. Lesniak!

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April 14, 2021

5.0

Knew his stuff. Gave me confidence in the process

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April 11, 2021

5.0

Dr Lesniak has been so wonderful. He has been professional, kind, and caring! He has reassured me through the process of monitoring my meningioma over the past 3 years. Although I am fearful of my upcoming surgery to remove the tumor, I have confidence in his skills as a top neurosurgeon in the country.

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April 07, 2021

5.0

He is professional and takes time to answer my questions. He is also willing to do telemedicine when I’m out of town; I appreciate the convenience.

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April 04, 2021

5.0

Dr Lesniak and Staff was attentive and were available when ever I needed them

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March 14, 2021

5.0

Easy to talk to. Explained everything thoroughly. Excellent surgeon.

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March 03, 2021

5.0

He’s simply the best at what he does!

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March 03, 2021

5.0

Dr. Lesniack has been very kind to me and very honest about whether I should go ahead with surgery or not.

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February 24, 2021

5.0

I like his demeanor He gave me the test results, his concerns and would like to follow up one more time

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February 21, 2021

5.0

The best!!

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February 17, 2021

5.0

Dr. Lesniak always made sure I understood the process and procedures. He took all the time we needed to explain and answer questions (even the tough ones). I felt like I had the best care possible at the hospital. I always felt important and cared for. He’s a great surgeon. I couldn’t recommend him enough!

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February 14, 2021

5.0

Dr. Lesniak was very kind and caring. He took the time to get to know me and answered all of my questions. He was honest and sincere about my treatment plan.

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February 04, 2021

5.0

Great doctor! Straight forward and very supportive! Value his input and expertise!

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February 03, 2021

5.0

Add also the honesty and his behavior engendered trust.

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February 03, 2021

5.0

Very nice .an truthful, an I mean that,

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December 09, 2020

5.0

He was very clear as to my options for my diagnosis.

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November 23, 2020

5.0

He’s great was not rushed, explained clearly and asked if I had questions or something else to discuss.

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November 18, 2020

5.0

He’s incredibly thorough when he explains the situation. He listens and is concerned. He has a great bedside manner’s.

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November 12, 2020

5.0

Very informative and efficient

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November 12, 2020

5.0

Very informative, seemed very efficient

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November 04, 2020

5.0

He was concise in his analysis of the results of my test and in reassuring me that continued treatment would not be necessary for a while.

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November 04, 2020

5.0

I appreciate the professionalism of the entire department. I also like the fact that the people treatment me as a person and not just a number.

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October 28, 2020

5.0

Doctor Lesniak is very concerned about the patient and today,on testing and examination he seen,that he had something with his ear. We have a appointment already with a EMT.

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October 28, 2020

5.0

Because the one's that registered, are very kind and helpful.

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October 25, 2020

5.0

Medical expertise and open friendly communication.

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October 25, 2020

5.0

Medical expertise , welcoming , friendly, helpful atmosphere. A wonderful personal experience.

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October 21, 2020

5.0

Surgical success

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October 21, 2020

5.0

Excellent care and attention to detail. The whole team knows how to listen and respond appropriately. Just thanks!

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September 27, 2020

5.0

Dr. M. Lesniak is very professional, knowledgeable and caring person

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September 23, 2020

5.0

Excellent surgeon

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September 23, 2020

5.0

Excellent surgeon and staff

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September 17, 2020

5.0

I saw Dr Lesniak 2 years ago for a second opinion after a diagnosis of a pituitary adenoma. He was able to communicate with me and my family better than any physician I had seen previously. After that meeting I knew I would continue my care with him.

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September 17, 2020

5.0

I have been very impressed by the professionalism and compassion of everyone I have met in the neurology department. From the physician assistants to the receptionist to the nurse Putting in the IV for my MRI, I felt that everyone really cared about me.

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September 16, 2020

5.0

knowledgeable kind caring and I've been seeing him for a few years now. He saved my life so many times! Thank you doctor

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September 16, 2020

5.0

Very kind clean hospital and because Maciej S Lesniak is the best doctor ever!

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

  • Calidi Biotherapeutics, Inc.
  • Nanovortex, LLC

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  • Calidi Biotherapeutics, Inc.

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  • Calidi Biotherapeutics, Inc.

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  • Nanovortex, LLC

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