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Rizamarie E. Empeno, MD

4.9

159 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Neurology

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine - 2019
Internship:: Temple University Hospital - 2020
Residency:: Temple University Hospital - 2023
Fellowships:: Johns Hopkins University - 2024

Languages Spoken

Tagalog

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:: Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

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4.9

4.9

159 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

43 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

43 Reviews

April 20, 2025

5.0

I am a new patient to Dr Empeno. She was very patience, knowledgeable and kind doctor. I have felt very comfortable to discuss my concerns with her.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Her care knowledge and empathy

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April 05, 2025

5.0

She is kind and empathetic . I like her attention to detail.

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April 02, 2025

5.0

She took time to listen to everything even another concern I had

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Dr Empeno is very knowledgeable and a great diagnostician and clinician. It's a bonus that she is also a very kind and caring person.

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March 31, 2025

5.0

She was so patient with me and help calmed my anxiety.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

My issues are somewhat complicated and the Dr took the time to review and assess all of my issues. Answered all of my questions and concerns.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Helped me to the fullest.

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March 21, 2025

5.0

Very easy to talk to and work through my issues. Researched my case prior to the visit.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

He answered my questions

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March 05, 2025

5.0

She listened carefully and did not dismiss my symptoms as dehydration or just say "I don't know."

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March 04, 2025

5.0

She listened attentively

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March 04, 2025

5.0

She's a great neurologist, she listens to you concerns, answers questions is caring all around great neurologist

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February 28, 2025

5.0

She spent a goodly amount of time testing the leg that is giving me problems and reviewed the findings. She has said that once she has reviewed all the data, some of which is still to be produced, she will be in a better position to complete her recommendations.

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February 20, 2025

5.0

I truly believe that the doctor can be helpful in finding out what i am suffering from, and help me heal.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Empeno was friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. She took time to explain what she was doing during the exam. She explained the tests she recommended. She was easy to talk to. I felt like she had time for me.

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February 03, 2025

5.0

She was amazing! Really listen to me and concerns.

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January 30, 2025

5.0

Shes true blue

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January 29, 2025

5.0

Very through

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January 29, 2025

5.0

She listened to what I had to say about my symptoms. She explained the results of a blood test and how the events I had experienced were further confirmations of my issue. She confirmed that an initial prescription for this condition (provided by Dr [last name] in consultation with another neurologist) was the best initial step and that I should continue it. She answered my questions about what this condition was. She explained possible outcomes, giving me hope, but also ensuring that I understood that it was too early to know exactly which path my recovery might take. She was very thorough. She said she would be monitoring my case and that if I had any concerns, comments, changes in health to reach out to her. I appreciated greatly her time spent with me and the discussion with her.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Empeno has a great deal of charm and is very thorough and patient.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Thoughtful, kind and very detailed assessment. An excellent doctor.

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January 24, 2025

5.0

Hello, I really recommend her because she does a good job as a doctor, very kind and very respectful, a 10

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Very thorough. Did not feel rushed at all.

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January 12, 2025

5.0

Hello, because you serve us very well, as it should be 10

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Pays attention thorough and friendly and explains things well

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January 06, 2025

5.0

One of the kindest and patient Doctors I have ever met.

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Empeno was very professional, collegial, conversational, and patient-centered. It was an enjoyable appointment. She did a thorough exam and history, paying particular attention to what I was saying. She's a excellent listener.

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Took time to listen to me and to explain things

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Very nice and knowlagable

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December 23, 2024

5.0

She was wonderful. Very caring and concerned for my well being. She took the time to really listen to me.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

She was thorough in her examination, listened to and answered our questions, was very good at communicating her views regarding the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.

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December 10, 2024

5.0

Very kind doctor, highly recommended

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December 10, 2024

5.0

I actually felt heard by the doctor. She was invested in my well-bring, did not talk down to me and made me feel like I actually mattered.

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Doctor was very nice and patient while spending plenty of time asking questions and examining me in order to find out the reason for my illness.

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November 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Empeno was awesome! I was a referral patient from another city 90 miles away so I was extremely happy that Dr. Empeno was very thorough in her examination and concerned about my medical issue. She took the time to answer all of my questions, further educated me on my condition, and went through all of my previous scans, MRIs, and medical history. I highly recommend her.

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November 22, 2024

5.0

Made a substantial effort to make sense of some confusing context. Was also willing to understand and validate my experience while being decisive in choosing next steps.

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November 06, 2024

5.0

She spent a lot of time with me and answered all of my questions.

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November 04, 2024

5.0

She was attentive. She listened to my concerns. She took her time with me. Thorough neurological exam.

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November 03, 2024

5.0

Very friendly- took time to answer questions etc and fill out report so I could take to my doctor appts.

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October 30, 2024

5.0

Awesome on all levels

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October 22, 2024

5.0

Professional, trying to understand my situation.

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October 15, 2024

5.0

Seems both super knowledgeable but also very caring/empathetic!

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Disclosures

Rizamarie E. Empeno, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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