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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Bone Health
Chronic Disease Management
Dementia
Elder Care
Falls
Healthy Aging
Preventative Care

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 2018
Residency:: Vanderbilt University Medical Center - 2021
Fellowships:: Vanderbilt University Medical Center - 2022

Languages Spoken

French

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine/Geriatric Medicine - Geriatric Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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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512 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

81 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

81 Reviews

February 17, 2026

5.0

She's lovely, friendly, intelligent, great listener, answers all questions w patience! She's the BEST

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Professional and Caring.

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February 08, 2026

5.0

VERY GOOD

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February 03, 2026

5.0

As an older patient trust is so important. I trust Dr. Petrakos.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

She is very caring, has a great manner about her, and listens very well.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

Absolutely outstanding and thorough care

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January 27, 2026

5.0

The best!!! Totally one of the most caring people I have ever met!! She asks for your input as time goes along throughout one's geriatric appointment which makes the patient feel really heard and part of the decision on steps ahead. Never could one feel that they were just talked to with all decided by the doctor without their comments and input welcomed and actually heard. One thing I really appreciate is that she asks if she could record your session thus enabling her to enter notes later and not being entering and listening at the same time. Following from the above question, my brother is also totally impressed when I review my appointments and upcoming health plans and he totally agrees. My sister is in an elderly care facility downstate and never do I tell her of my NW experiences. It would be so unfair and inappropriate and she is in a respected care facility! A dream would be that many more could experience my NW care! Never do I feel upset should I find myself waiting beyond my appointment time. It only says that those before me are experiencing the extra special care I am about to receive. Certainly this is more than I could ever have dreamed of from an elderly care physician and, with each visit, I pick up a few more cards to pass on to my elderly friends.

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January 24, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable; really listens to a patient;and is very "down to earth"

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January 23, 2026

5.0

She listens carefully and follows up on my concerns either personally or has someone on her team contact

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Dr. Petrakos is the doctor I've been searching for since I moved here a year and a half ago. She is competent, kind, and takes her time with you, really listening to your concerns and responding compassionately. We elders are lucky to have such an excellent physician looking out for our well-being.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Her availability and knowledge.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

I had confidence in her.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

Her knowledge of my medical history and willingness to listen

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December 30, 2025

5.0

She listens to me and responds as if she heard me. She understands and goes with my flow.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Same as above with additionally, she was thorough when inquiring about my health history and concerns.

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December 27, 2025

5.0

The genuine care, concern and respect Dr. Petrakos shows to her patients!

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December 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Petrakos cares about her patients in Assisted Living. She goes the extra mile to communicate with me about my loved one, as does her team. Whether through the patient portal or on the phone. It's a collaborative effort to determine optimum medical treatment. Her expertise is geriatric care, plus she is a kind, compassionate person.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Petrakos is a compassionate and supportive person who happens to be a doctor . She's always prepared and willing to discuss my issues and concerns. She's a great listener and easy to talk with.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Wonderful. personable, listens, takes time to discuss issues and questions. I never feel rushed.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Doctor is very patient and willing to consider my mom's wishes for her care. She also understands the limitations and challenges with complex medical directions.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Makes you feel welcomed

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November 25, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and professional, and she is also friendly and approachable. She asks questions and really listens to the answers. She involves me in decision making as well as giving her professional opinion. I think she's really great!!

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November 18, 2025

5.0

She is reachable humble she enlightened and gave me hope she also offered guidance Ang gave or told me about options it was just the she lined things up to where you could see them clearer

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November 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Petrakos connects with patients

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November 11, 2025

5.0

She is doctor but her asking smiles, I did not feel I am a patient for my visit.

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November 01, 2025

5.0

She's thorough, and watchful. Also, personable. Responsive.

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October 31, 2025

5.0

Understanding and attentive. Very professional.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Great interaction and asked what troubled me.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Good Doctor

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring. Feel special when treated by her

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. P is extremely professional, friendly, thorough and wonderful to work with on your medical needs. She explains everything and does follow ups on care!

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October 07, 2025

5.0

As a teacher for 49 years I know a great teacher when I see one- she throughly explains everything!!!

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October 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Petrakos listens and is empathetic/supportive

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September 23, 2025

5.0

caring, knowledgeable

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Very professional as well as a good listener. Answered all my concerns and found the appropriate solution for concerns . I could not have been in better hands.

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Petrakos said that she really loves working with senior patients and her goal is to help them be the best possible version of themselves as they continue their path into the future! I am extremely happy to have her as my PCP!

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August 31, 2025

5.0

See is a fine MD and is readily availble

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August 27, 2025

5.0

She is a wonderfully compassionate physician

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August 23, 2025

5.0

Good listener

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August 19, 2025

5.0

Smart, personable, great ideas, treats me like she enjoys seeing me

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August 12, 2025

5.0

Listens, never hurries me,

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August 11, 2025

5.0

Very caring and professional. Makes sure you do what is necessary to maintain your good health. Gives you her full attention.

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Petrakos is really wonderful. Her care concern and reality is clear. Her fellow, Sarah is equally excellent. I am having a hard time with the federal funding being cut off for northwestern, especially for research programs like alzhiemers and cancer. I was grateful they listened to my concerns. I want to do more to help get the federal funding returned.

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August 04, 2025

5.0

Dr.Petrakos took the time to listen to my all my questions.

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August 04, 2025

5.0

Very professional and very real!

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August 01, 2025

5.0

Dr P is thorough & a very good listener.

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July 31, 2025

5.0

The Dr Listen

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July 27, 2025

5.0

She is kind, compassionate communicates well with the patient as well as the family and partners with everyone involved to ensure that the patient is taken care of and has all of their needs met. But moreover, she really respects the patients wishes.

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July 25, 2025

5.0

Her knowledge and sense of humor. She knows my personality and abilities.

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July 24, 2025

5.0

Answered this in first question. Outstanding!!!

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July 23, 2025

5.0

Straight forward, explained her impressions of my condition very well.

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July 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Petrakos CARES and LISTENS to her patients.

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July 17, 2025

5.0

Actually this is covered in my first answer. I was directed to her through my retiring doctor's PA, Madison Kaiser who contacted the doctor's office from whom I received a call within one-half hour ready to speak to me about the doctor and see if I was wanting to set up an appointment. Unfortunately she is extremely popular and her next open appointment may be in 6 mos. Thank you for MyChart where I can look up whenever, including late at night, and pick up an open earlier cancellation. Can't express what a dream doctor I now have!

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July 15, 2025

5.0

Her Doctor / Patient connection is a specialty. So kind , caring, goes her way to be helpful and understanding.

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July 08, 2025

5.0

I have a good feeling about her. When I failed in my first 2 attempts to set up an appointment with 2 other Geriatric Medicine doctors and succeeded with Dr. Petrakos, I believe God led me to her. It took 2 years to find the right PCP for me and this is it. Thank you, Lord, for your blessed guidance.

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July 06, 2025

5.0

Very professional, compassionate and knowledgeable doctor

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July 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Petrakos made me feel that she is very knowledgeable and you can trust her ability to take care for your help.

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July 01, 2025

5.0

She listens and more importantly she pays attention. No one knows my body after all these years better than I do. Finding a doctor who will be collaborative in medical care is imperative. I feel fortunate to have found Dr Petrakos.

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July 01, 2025

5.0

She listens

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June 30, 2025

5.0

professional caring, expertise

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June 30, 2025

5.0

Professional and kind carings

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June 24, 2025

5.0

Skillful communicator. Perceptive and nuanced.

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June 24, 2025

5.0

I feel safe

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June 21, 2025

5.0

She is knowledgable, professional, friendly and takes the time to listen to and understand my health concerns. She is the best PCP that I've ever had.

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June 19, 2025

5.0

Vast knowledge of issues affecting older adults, pleasant bedside manner, excellent follow up and follow through.

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June 19, 2025

5.0

Excellent caring doctor Spent extra time with my wife and me

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June 19, 2025

5.0

We thought she was great! We were very concerned about life after [full name] but all our fears have been put to rest. She was friendly, personable and a wonderful listener. She will be taking of our medical needs from now on.

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June 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Petrakos is a very caring and excellent physician!

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June 17, 2025

5.0

Excellent geriatrician who took the time to thoroughly get to know all my concerns and provide valuable feedback and choices for care plan.

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June 13, 2025

5.0

She is a great listener and dispenses her advice with wisdom and care.

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June 12, 2025

5.0

She knew my back story and seemed to genuinely care.

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June 10, 2025

5.0

Very human, very professional

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June 10, 2025

5.0

She's so easy to talk to! And very smart. I trust her.

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June 09, 2025

5.0

Dr Petrakos is gracious, professional, practical, knowledgeable, and kind.

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June 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Petrakos knows who I am. She listens closely, ask me questions about my health and my concerns and whether I need additional explanation. We go over every medication, discuss recommended treatment options risk and benefits. She allows enough time so I don't feel she's rushing to get to the next patient.

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June 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Petrakos is knowledgeable, informative, helpful, pleasant, and kind.

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May 21, 2025

5.0

She responds sensibly, and effectively. So far, we are getting things done very efficiently. She is also a very pleasant person.

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May 06, 2025

5.0

I am very happy to be a new patient with Dr Petrakos. She was very caring and supportive.

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May 04, 2025

5.0

She's a good doctor.

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May 03, 2025

5.0

Thorough, thoughtful, in touch with patients needs etc

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May 01, 2025

5.0

She makes me feel better just seeing her come into the room. She is friendly and seems to really care about me as a patient. Dr Petrakos listens to what I have to say about me and how I feel. She always provide answers or explanation to my questions and concerns

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Alexandra Petrakos, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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