Daniel Pohlman, MD

Daniel Pohlman, MD

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Internal Medicine

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Rush University Medical College - 1991
Residency:
Rush University Medical Center - 1994

Board Certifications

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

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

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5.0 

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February 27, 2026

5.0

Dr. Pohlman listens to all your concerns and explains in detail your options of care. Good bedside manner. Glad to have someone with much experience and knowledge as my PCP.

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February 26, 2026

5.0

He really listens and gives practical , manageable solutions

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February 26, 2026

5.0

this was my first appointment with Dr. Pohlman, and it was not rushed at all he took the time to get to know me explained his thoughts very well and seems genuinely interested in my well-being

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February 25, 2026

5.0

This is my first visit with Dr. Pohlman and I am very impressed with his thoroughness, knowledge and professionalism. He is a good communicator who understands and listens.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Excellent professional

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February 22, 2026

5.0

Dr. Daniel Pohlman!!!!

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Terrific doctor - he cares

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February 19, 2026

5.0

I enjoyed my new patient visit with Dr. Pohlman. He was very clear and thorough, and explained things very clearly.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Dr. POHLMAN was very attentive, patient, and approachable. He took time to listen to any concerns and questions I had, then explained answered them clearly and thoroughly. Very knowledgeable.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable, caring, made me feel comfortable. Listened and was very understanding of all of my concerns, answered all of my questions. He is a wonderful doctor.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

For easy to understand and very informative and explained everything

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February 17, 2026

5.0

He explained what was going on and ordered some tests to look for the problem. To see what's wrong after a check up you can feel you trust him. Thank you.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Dr. Pohlman has been my doctor for over 30 years. He has always been an advocate for my health.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

Excellent doctor just changed from previuos doctor that left.

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February 08, 2026

5.0

Very kind Explains well.Is very thorough!

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February 07, 2026

5.0

He is very patient oriented.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Dr Pohlman asks questions and then really listens to my response and addresses my answers and concerns.

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Extremely professional and knowledgeable, above and beyond, got the roots of the problem, explained all the details and more

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Very personable. Very intelligent and knowledgeable

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February 04, 2026

5.0

I felt like I was in very good hands with Dr Pohlman

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Nice, respectful, explained everything in understandable terms. Asked questions and brought up items on medical history I overlooked. Very thorough.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

I have been his patient for over 35 years and he is knowledgeable and his bedside manners are impeccable.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

His professional standards are exemplary and deeply cares about his patients.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

A good person, very kind and a good listener to his patient...

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Very thorough- a good listener and a good explainer

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January 25, 2026

5.0

As usual my appointment was timely and professional.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

I love Dr. Pohlman. See above.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Dr Pohlman is a kind, caring, professional . He is thorough , a good listener, knowledgeable & didn't rush the office visit . I was impressed with him & feel comfortable & confident that he will provide the highest quality of care .

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January 22, 2026

5.0

took time to explain all, ask questions, concerned about overall health and wanted past records sent to review, personable bedside manners

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Doctor took time to speak with me, and addressed my concerns

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January 21, 2026

5.0

The appointment was thorough and not rushed Professional demeanor

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Dr. Pohlman takes the time to listen thoroughly and provide good solutions. I feel very comfortable in his care.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Answered all question. Very thorough examination.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

This was my first visit with the Dr. Pohlman. He was very patient and took time get to know me by asking questions and reviewing my chart. In addition he discussed my current medicines and made recommendations for supplements and vaccines all while sharing his knowledge. Overall it was a great appointment and I am extremely happy with my choice to see Dr. Pohlman.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Understood my situation and had remedies

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Very easy to talk t you and cares

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Pohlman is extremely patient and takes his time either explanations.

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January 18, 2026

5.0

Very nice doctor as well as knowledgeable. He makes you feel at ease.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Dr Daniel Pohlman is exceptional. Kind, compassionate, intelligent, treats you like a family. Gives you straight forward advice. Most importantly he listens to you.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Throughout my visit, doctor explained in clear to understand language why he suggested certain tests and left the decision to me to accept or not. Very professional in every respect.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Explained everything very well also seemed concerned about my health issues

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Honest and very smart Doctor

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Just like doctors used to be. Listens well and asks pertinent questions to make an informed diagnosis. Very professional and thorough.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

One of the best doctors I've ever met.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

They provide excellent and care.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

He knows his stuff

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Professional, personal, and thorough

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Never feels rushed Always explains things and gets me involved in the decision making process And he has great sense of humor

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January 12, 2026

5.0

great informative care from dr pohlman

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January 10, 2026

5.0

Dr. Pohlman is above excellent. Takes time, listens, thoroughly focus on his patients.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

He takes the time to check in, educate, and really makes you feel he cares

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January 08, 2026

5.0

He's been my Primary Care doctor for many years

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Very pleased. Good communications

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January 06, 2026

5.0

He's amazing ! He's so thorough, compassionate, and truly is an awesome doctor ! Thank you

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Attention to patient care is amazing!

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January 04, 2026

5.0

Great concern

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Dr Pohlman saw me on the day I called and diagnosed me with the flu. He was very thorough and went through my medical history then went on to explain that my extended issues of dizziness may be a result of my Parkinson's disease

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January 01, 2026

5.0

Had a wonderful experience with my new PCP, Dr. Pohlman. He was thorough, knowledgeable and caring. Really listened and explained everything thoroughly. So pleased.

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Very caring. Knows his stuff. Discusses health issues so I understand options

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Cares about his patients.

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner

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December 28, 2025

5.0

he is very good doctor

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December 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pohlman took the time in our first meeting to establish a baseline of my overall health and discussed prevention of serious health conditions.

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December 24, 2025

5.0

Efficient

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December 23, 2025

5.0

He talks good to on thing you need and how to use thing and how thing will work for you

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December 19, 2025

5.0

My exam was thorough. Dr. Pohlman listened to my concerns. Explained thing well.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

As previously stated: Dr. Pohlman was amazing. He listened, asked follow up questions, and explained the next steps.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

He has the patience of a saint he really lends you his ear and his time is precious day

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December 17, 2025

5.0

My PCP was exceptional thoughtful, thorough, and never made me feel rushed. He took the time to listen and was very attentive during the exam. I'm genuinely happy I chose him for my care.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

He is an excellent communicator. Listening to your problems and understanding your issues. Explains with common sense a resolution

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Same answer. He is tops in his field and listens to his patients.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Daniel Pohlman is a great Primary physician and have a great way of explaining your diagnosis so that his patients understand it.

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December 13, 2025

5.0

He takes the time to truly listen to your concerns and provides excellent diagnoses and prescriptions for next steps.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pohlman is very professional and nice. He took time to listen and advise me what to do to maintain healthy.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Daniel Pohlman is a great Medical Doctor very well educated and knowledgeable. Very polite, respectful and friendly. He takes care of his patients with complete medical care and knowledge. A wonderful person and medical doctor. I believe that he loves and gives total medical care to ALL human races.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

He listens to his patients and explains any new medication

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Very nice Very knowledgeable

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Pohlman was great!! He really took time to go over my medical history and answered all my questions.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

He wasn't rushed with me, was knowledgeable and good bedside manner.

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December 07, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable, professional and cares about his patients. He is the epitome of what a doctor should be.

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December 06, 2025

5.0

Best gp I've worked with. Easy to talk to and very thorough.

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December 06, 2025

5.0

He is very easy to talk to much like talking to a good friend. He listens and responds to all of your concerns. He is knowledgeable and professional physician. Other doctors could learn a lot from him.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

He seems to care and listens before deciding what his decisions for my Health should be. I want to continue with his guidance in my health & healing process.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Dr Pohlman was very professional and knowledgeable. He had a pleasant demeanor and listened to all my concerns.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

I followed Dr. Pohlman from RUSH. When you have an awesome doctor, you don't change. A gain for NW, a significant loss for RUSH. He's just the best.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

See note above please. Dr. Pohlman M.D. is now my wife's doctor as well as mine.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable. Explains matters well.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

He seems to be a really great and caring doctor.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Very thorough Doctor who believes in preventative medicine.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Been with him for at least 30 years. He has my total trust.

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November 28, 2025

5.0

Great physician. Listens to his patients

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November 28, 2025

5.0

Excellent Doctor

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November 26, 2025

5.0

Dr Pohlman was effective and efficient in reviewing my history and examining my chronic back pain with Sciatica pain as related to the pain l periodically experience. I will hope to get stronger in therapy to prevent so much pain from controlling my life.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

I've been with Dr.Pohlman for 10 plus years. I have a great deal of respect for him. I can be difficult at times. Dr Pohlman has a way explaining things to you about your health that gives you a better understanding of your condition and how to deal with it. His bedside manner is above and beyond. Great guy

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November 21, 2025

5.0

We were very impressed with the way he was attempting to grasp my complicated medical condition. He was a good listener and had a nice "bedside" manner.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Pohlman is a very professional, intelligent, kind, thorough clinician. He allows you to ask questions and doesn't rush you through your interview. As this was my first visit with Dr Pohlman I was very impressed and pleased!

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pohlman is above and beyond any health care provider I have ever seen. His knowledge base is very expansive and I respect his opinions without reservation.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

He understood my needs and referred me to specialists I need to see.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

He was so nice and thorough

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November 15, 2025

5.0

Always takes time with you and listens to what you have to say and explains everything

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