Douglas F. Penate, MD
Primary Specialty
Internal Medicine
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Practice Focus Areas
- Adult Medicine
- Cholesterol Management
- Comprehensive Primary Care
- Diabetes
- Elder Care
- Gay and Lesbian Healthcare
- Heart Disease Prevention
- Preventive Medicine
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 2011
- Residency:
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Loyola University Medical Center - 2014
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Health System Clinician, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
August 25, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Penate listens carefully and puts me at ease so that I can effectively communicate with him. I never feel rushed. He responds in a timely manner with test results. Today's test results and his comments were availalbe on MyChart that afternoon. I leave my appointment feeling that he truly cares about my total heath.
August 08, 2023
3.0 star star star star_border star_borderSeems overloaded and distracted. Also, his office should clearly explain changes in policies (i.e., patients need to come in once a year to stay as patients). Overall, friendly demeanor.
August 02, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Penate is the best MD without a doubt. He is thorough, asks great open-ended questions and listens effectively to diagnose. He went as far as reviewing my records from 2014 to understand my symptomatology. He follows up and comments on tests results 100% of the time. And he flexes his schedule for urgent symptoms. I'm confident in his recommended treatment plan everytime.
July 12, 2023
5.0 star star star star starThe Dr. has great charisma in addition to his preparation, the humane treatment is unique and his patience is incredible and he speaks Spanish and is very accurate in his diagnoses and he cares enormously about the patients, congratulations.
June 23, 2023
3.0 star star star star_border star_borderI have been a patient at NM for a very long time. One of my doctors retired and my internist left NM a few years ago so I now see this doctor. I have seen him several times. During Covid I gave him a break. And I understand everyone is busy and have a lot going on. Never has he asked me if I had any questions before I left. In fact each time he has rushed me out before I could get a chance to try to ask any. This is frustrating. The visit time was maybe 15 minutes. Which could have been enough if everything was covered. I guess it is sign of the times or maybe I was just lucky before. My previous doctors actually seemed to care.
June 20, 2023
5.0 star star star star starI’ve been through several doctors as they have come and gone from this practice, Dr. Penate is by far the best. He spends time listening to me, knows the right questions to ask and is truly engaging in addressing concerns. I only wish I would have found him sooner.
June 02, 2023
4.0 star star star star star_borderWhile Dr. Penate is easy to talk with, however, I don't feel that I'm adequately evaluated. I only see him once a year and there are only 4 things that are touch-points. Everything else is based on blood work or urine analysis. I feel that touch is better than relying solely on blood work. I don't always believe that looking at panels/results are the best, most fool proof way to determine the status of my health. I guess I may be old fashioned in my belief about physical exams.
May 16, 2023
5.0 star star star star starHe is an excellent doctor who always cares about his patients. Dr. Douglas F. Pénate is not only limited to ordering tests and prescribing medications, he also cares about the well-being of his patients and helps us feel better.
May 15, 2023
4.0 star star star star star_borderDr Penate seems good at what he does. However, a prescription didn’t get filled last year and this year a different prescription hasn’t yet been refilled. So, I guess I’ll follow up this week.
May 04, 2023
5.0 star star star star starI started seeing dr Penate a few years ago and his experience and knowledge about certain diabetic medications have helped me keep it under control and it makes me feel safe to see him for this diagnosis.
May 02, 2023
1.0 star star_border star_border star_border star_borderDr. Douglas Penate provided one of the worst medical appointments I have ever had. I only saw him because I needed to be seen urgently due to being sick, and my PCP was booked up. He was arrogant and rude and didn't at all take the time to listen to or address my concerns regarding my illness. Simply put, not a good physician. I would not recommend him to anyone.
Disclosures
Douglas F. Penate, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.
External Professional Relationships
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