Douglas F. Penate, MD | Northwestern Medicine

Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Adult Medicine
Cholesterol Management
Comprehensive Primary Care
Diabetes
Elder Care
Gay and Lesbian Healthcare
Heart Disease Prevention
Preventive Medicine

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 2011
Residency:: Loyola University Medical Center - 2014

Languages Spoken

Spanish

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant 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:: Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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2477 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

Extraordinary physician. Knows my medical history and has the best advice and treatment plan every time. He and his staff are responsive and caring.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Whenever I have a problem with my condition he always responds quickly and has me come in with in a timely manner or his assistant response right away. Although messages can take up to 24 hrs or more. I never have to wait always receive a response before end of day if not sooner. And I know he is extremely busy. I am very grateful for Dr. Penate

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Because Dr. Penate is thoughtful and very thorough in his care while rarely if ever running behind. I feel that he is a phenomenal doctor. I feel very fortunate that he is my PCP and I I would recommend Dr. Penate to anyone in my family and my very best friends.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

He is always very thorough and easy to talk to.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

He is very honest and capable.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Dr. Penate has been my PCP for he past four years. He's always been very helpful with my preventive care.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

Excellent doctor!

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February 10, 2026

4.0

Dr. Penate is personable.

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February 07, 2026

5.0

His manner of treating his patients is excellent!

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Excellent, Exceptional and Outstanding Professional profoundly humane and genuinely caring.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Dr. Penate is outstanding...personable guy, clear in delivery, knowledgeable and professional

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Personal care and attention. His obvious medical knowledge.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Spends a lot of time with you listens to your concerns is very easy to talk to.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Super nice and explains everything very well

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January 30, 2026

5.0

He is very professional and deeply cares about his patients. I never feel rushed.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Very good Dr

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January 22, 2026

5.0

I like him, think he gives solid practical advice, taking into consideration what I want for my health.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

He is very helpful when discussing various health concerns. Very friendly doctor who comes across like a regular person. Very educated in his profession.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

My doctor he's very professional and helpful he listens and answers all my questions that's way im give 10

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Very personable, good common sense and direct communication style. Totally trustworthy

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Dr Penate explains completely what and why he wants me to follow whatever course of treatment he is recommending. He truly cares about his patients.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Professionalism, thourgh and understanding.

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January 11, 2026

5.0

Could not be better.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Made me feel special. Focused on my needs

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Diligent and thorough, welcoming, knowledgeable

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Dr. Penate is by far the best PCP I have ever had. Dr. Penate takes the time to connect and listen, very compassionate and empathetic. I would never switch.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

Answer all question freindly and orodessiobal

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January 03, 2026

5.0

He is a good Dr and gives me the time I need with thoughtful discussion, and very good followuo

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Technical expertise; interpersonal style

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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December 30, 2025

5.0

He knows his stuff. Very knowledgeable. I trust him.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

He spends time talking to the patient

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December 22, 2025

5.0

He's well qualified, thoughtful, professional, and thorough.

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December 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Penate's personal touch is always always comforting.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

very knowledgeable

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Friendly/shares information

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Penate is incredibly knowledgeable and very relatable. I appreciate his demeanor as a physician.

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December 14, 2025

5.0

He knows our family well

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December 12, 2025

5.0

He is the best

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December 10, 2025

5.0

very detailed, took his time explaining to me how my back has been having inflammation

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December 09, 2025

5.0

very good doctor

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Superior care!

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Penate is one of the finest medical doctors I have been treated by during my seven decades of life. He is thorough, thoughtful, and listens with care and compassion. I am so grateful for Dr. Penate and his team.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Penate cares about his patients and listens to what they have to say.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

He is considerate, good listener, explains well and has friendly manners.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Penate is terrific.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Always goes over the reason he prescribed a medication. Takes time with you.

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November 26, 2025

5.0

Took time to talk with me.. down to earth.. knowledgeable and very easy to trust..

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Penate is the GOAT

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Very compassionate doctors and gives me great care

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November 25, 2025

5.0

He was kind enough to see me even though he wasn't supposed to see new patients, and talked to me about taking D3 vitamins, he recommended a bone density test, but later he said my vitamin D was fine.

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November 24, 2025

4.0

Efficient, caring and thorough,

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Dr.Douglas Penate , is Fantastic Doctor he is very knowledgeable, I felt confident in his care because he answered all my questions.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Penate engages with his patients and takes time to listen and explains in a way they can understand. He offers advise on daily habits to help his patients help themselves to a more healthy lifestyle and improve their quality of life. He is a very compassionate doctor with excellent bedside manners and assertive diagnoses and treatments.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

He is very kind, caring, answers your questions. And spends time with you.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Excellent care

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Great personality and willing to explain

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Very caring explains everything clearly

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November 14, 2025

5.0

He's really good. The best. Totally trust him. Very knowledgeable. He's a good person.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

It's the best thing there is, and the best thing I've had in Chicago.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

The most attentive doctor I ever had. Actually cares about you.

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November 12, 2025

4.0

I like him, he remembers things that we spoke about from other visits.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Penate is very professional, friendly, speaks Spanish, and does his job with excellence.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Thorough, calm

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Patient, understanding, asks questions, makes you feel at ease, is thorough, and always helpful in suggesting options.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

I recommended my wife and she's very happy after her first visit.

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November 08, 2025

5.0

Smart. Efficient. Practical. Good Person.

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November 06, 2025

5.0

As stated above. I have recommended him. He is probably the best doctor I've ever had.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Professional and emphathetic; very comfortable with him

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Penate is knowledgeable, professional, compassionate, and kind. He asks excellent questions to accurately diagnose, and his examination is thorough. Throughout the years, he has helped me improve my health, well-being, and overall quality of life.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

He's great _very patient and knowledgeable. Answers all my questions.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

He is a caring doctor.

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November 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Penate is very attentive. He spends time with you and answers any questions you might have. Most doctor's don't take the time with you that Dr. Penate does.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

Good doctor

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Definitely I recommend Dr. Douglas Penate for his professionalism, care, attitude, attention and always listen to all my concerns, he's an awesome person, worry about my necessities, always help me with my health problems.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Extremely personable and professional. Very good communication and very relatable. I am very happy and feel extremely lucky to have found someone like Dr. Penate.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

He makes me feel relaxed and listened to. He makes recommendations and explains some of the background and research for his recommendations. I never feel rushed.

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October 26, 2025

5.0

Very caring and good listener

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October 23, 2025

5.0

I appreciate how thoroughly he explains things

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October 21, 2025

5.0

A genuine human being who cares about his patients. Speaks to me in a way I can understand. Shows compassion.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Penate is one of the best Primary Care Physicians I've ever had.

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October 19, 2025

5.0

Excellent MD, very caring

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October 18, 2025

5.0

Personable and professional. And, always on schedule/

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Intelligent Knowledge Caring Skilled Good advise

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Penate is very thorough and cares about his patients.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

He listens, give time and is a great doctor

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Penate was incredibly kind and patient. He talked with me and really got to know what is going on with my health, my concerns, my healthy (and unhealthy) habits, and wanted to know the whole picture. The time he gave me was unprecedented and I am so happy that I have my care being handled by him.

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October 13, 2025

5.0

As I say, he possesses real vision. As well, he scope and depth of his knowledge of human health in several dimensions is exceptional.

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October 11, 2025

5.0

His schedule in clinic oftentimes doesn't work for me but he will work with me and will try to accommodate my availability.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Attentive, sound advice, knowledgeable, and a good memory.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Thorough, Professional and Caring

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October 08, 2025

5.0

He's very caring and explains everything in detail

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Personality , caring EXCELLENT JOB

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October 05, 2025

5.0

I believe he is truly a wonderful doctor that listens to you.

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October 01, 2025

5.0

He's the best

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September 30, 2025

5.0

As stated above. He's been my primary for nearly 10 years and I appreciate the relationship I have with him. I would recommend him highly.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Very professional

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September 30, 2025

5.0

personable and listens and cares

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor very knowledgeable.

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Disclosures

Douglas F. Penate, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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