Leonard G. Hering, MD

Leonard G. Hering, MD

4.8 
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Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1988
Residency:
Advocate Health Care (Advocate Lutheran General Hospital) - 1992

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Obstetrics and Gynecology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

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4.8
4.8 

524 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

March 31, 2022

5.0

He’s the best.

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March 30, 2022

5.0

Nice person

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hering is always patient and informative answering all my questions and concerns at every visit.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Have never had any issues with Dr Hering. Our visits are always a good time! I just feel like out of all OB’s I’ve met, he is the most confident and knowledgeable.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

He made me feel comfortable and very informative

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March 28, 2022

5.0

Caring, funny, thorough

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March 28, 2022

4.0

I am a new patient to this facility/ northwestern. Very disappointed that I have had to wait AtLeast over 30 mins before doctor herring even comes into the room. (Only my 4th time going to the office, one time i waited over a hour)! It is very frustrating, unprofessional and annoying waiting at the doctors office MUCH longer then i should be. You have an appointment time for a reason. ( and it’s not like it has only happened once, it’s every time so far)…

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March 25, 2022

5.0

Very personable and fact based. I appreciated the care given, it felt like it was okay to be hopeful and okay to be sad with him. Which I am both while waiting for results. A purgatory which society treats me different in but he wanted to see if I could smile and see how leveled I could be. Both were a huge relief instead of always being met with sadness. He made my plate feel a little less heavy, like I was less of a burden.

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March 25, 2022

5.0

He is nice, and very knowledgeable!

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March 17, 2022

5.0

He's patient and welcomes any questions I have!

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March 15, 2022

4.0

Gives good detail and pays close attention, shows he cares rather then just looking at it as a job

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March 15, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor

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March 14, 2022

5.0

He has a great bedside manner and truly cares about his patients.

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March 13, 2022

5.0

He is very accommodating and professional.

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March 10, 2022

5.0

friendly, answered all my questions, give time to me, great listener, cares for patients

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March 09, 2022

5.0

Confidence in Dr. Hering.

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March 04, 2022

5.0

Well knowledged and thurough

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March 03, 2022

5.0

Seemed caring and professional

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March 02, 2022

5.0

He is very approachable and professional.

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March 02, 2022

5.0

He takes his time with patients & ensures you have no concerns

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February 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hering is very helpful and accommodating.

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February 21, 2022

5.0

Great listening skills, gives suggestions, takes time with patients, asks for patients concerns

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February 16, 2022

5.0

He is very on point and always puts my mind at ease. Thank you Dr. Hering

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February 15, 2022

5.0

Doc was very personable and friendly. I never felt rushed and was very much encouraged to ask all my questions

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February 14, 2022

5.0

Very educational, great bedside manner

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February 07, 2022

5.0

He answers all our questions with patience.

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February 07, 2022

5.0

Dr Hering takes good care of his patients and listens and answers all concerns.

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January 29, 2022

5.0

He takes his time with you as a patient and educates about everything you should know about pregnancy.

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January 28, 2022

5.0

He provides an opportunity to ask questions, listens to anything his patients need to say. Comes with a positive and friendly personality which makes for a very comfortable environment during what can sometimes be an uncomfortable situation.

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January 27, 2022

5.0

He was always ready to answer my questions. He always makes sure I get everything that I need.

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January 25, 2022

5.0

Dr. Hering is a wonderful doctor. He us caring and really listens to your concerns.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Made me feel comfortable. Was free to ask questions

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January 19, 2022

5.0

I just love Dr. Herring. He is a wonderful caring man. He is always very thural in his exams and I feel very confident with him

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January 17, 2022

5.0

He is a very patient , caring and good listener.

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January 10, 2022

5.0

Always so kind and takes his time answering any questions that I may have ensuring that I fully understand everything.

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January 03, 2022

5.0

Dr. Leonard Hering is very accommodating and helpful.

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January 02, 2022

5.0

Es un doctor muy profesional y amable

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December 31, 2021

5.0

Doctor Hering did not make me feel rushed. Provided me ample time to ask questions and every time he gave me new information and opened the conversation up to allow me to ask more questions. He was patient, respectful and he made the appointment feel comfortable and I felt respected as a patient and a person.

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December 29, 2021

5.0

Dr. Herring is extremely kind and straight forward. He answers all my questions and truly cares about his patients.

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December 28, 2021

5.0

He’s Always so compassionate and caring! Always makes me laugh and makes me comfortable at my appointment

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December 27, 2021

5.0

He’s very knowledgeable

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December 16, 2021

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain conditions and treatment. He always treats patients with dignity and respect.

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December 14, 2021

5.0

He took time with me and explained what he was going to do. He put me at ease.

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December 10, 2021

5.0

Por su atención y amabilidad y buen trabajo

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November 22, 2021

5.0

Dr Hering has made this practice a great experience he always makes sure to answer questions and address any concerns with knowledge and kindness

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November 19, 2021

4.0

Very Good

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November 02, 2021

5.0

He spends time explaining and and seems empathetic.

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November 01, 2021

5.0

Love the whole staff and professionalism.

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October 25, 2021

5.0

Very thorough and excellent bedside manner

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October 18, 2021

5.0

Dr Hering listened to my concerns and addressed them, also was very attentive. He was very through in his care.

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October 18, 2021

4.0

He was good but I really do like Kelly Forster better. It’s not his fault, I’m just more likely to recommend her.

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October 17, 2021

5.0

Dr Hering gives exceptional care and is knowledgeable. Listens to your questions and answers thoroughly.

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October 15, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hering was so nice, with a great sense of humor. He took time explaining things and made me feel comfortable which as a first time mom is extremely important to me.

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October 08, 2021

5.0

I felt very comfortable and since it was my first time at this office and with a new Doctor that is extremely important.

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October 05, 2021

5.0

He is a very nice Dr and has patients with me!

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October 05, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hering always listens and responds to all of my concerns. I trust him to do the very best for me.

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October 05, 2021

5.0

He is the best Dr.Very nice,caring person.

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October 01, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable, professional, and personable

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September 28, 2021

5.0

The Dr. is amazing. Before he starts the exam he comes in and talks to you WHILE YOU ARE STILL DRESSED. Then you change into the gown and the exam happens. I find it comforting that he sees the need to make you feel like a person and wants all your concerns answered before your in a gown with your goods hanging out. After the exam he makes sure you are ok and says to reach out if you do not hear something within a certain amount of time. I have also sent a question through the app at night and had an answer in the morning.

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September 20, 2021

5.0

Great with patients!

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September 19, 2021

5.0

Siempre atiende muy profecional y con buen humor

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September 17, 2021

5.0

He’s so thorough and kind.

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September 03, 2021

4.0

For majority of my apts he has been fairly personable and direct with myself and my husband with any questions we have. However, there was an instance in which he became combative with both my husband and I because we were dissatisfied with having had to wait 50mins for our apt to begin and being told "He'll be with you shortly, he's just running a little behind." He continuously stated that he doesn't like to keep people waiting yet no attempt was made to communicate with us how much longer we would be waiting, there was minimal accountability for this, nor is this the first occurrence.

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September 01, 2021

5.0

He listens, understands, puts you at ease, and explains things so that a non-medical person can understand.

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August 21, 2021

5.0

He's personable, and I feel he cares for your entire health, not just the ob/gyn part.

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August 15, 2021

5.0

Very thorough.

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August 11, 2021

5.0

He is always very kind and compassionate and knowledgeable on the most recent evidence based practices

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July 30, 2021

5.0

Dr Herring always takes the time to listen and explain!

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July 27, 2021

5.0

I liked his professionalism and honesty, I thought he was very thorough and answered my questions

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July 26, 2021

5.0

He makes me feel very comfortable and he is very thorough

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July 24, 2021

5.0

Answered all of my questions in depth and gave me great details on what to watch for for preterm labor. I feel confident with Dr. Herings care and know we are in great hands.

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July 23, 2021

5.0

Sense of humor

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July 20, 2021

5.0

Dr. Hering was thorough, and had a great bed side manner. I was very happy he treated me the same day as I was in a lot of pain.

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July 19, 2021

5.0

He makes you feel comfortable and takes your mind off things

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July 18, 2021

5.0

Very thorough with exam and shows great care for his patients

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July 16, 2021

5.0

Good doctor

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July 16, 2021

5.0

Absolutely amazing, super friendly and nice.

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July 16, 2021

5.0

He really cares, very easy to be open with and talk to about any questions or concerns.

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July 14, 2021

5.0

He is extremely kind and really seems to care. I’m really happy I found him as my doctor.

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July 12, 2021

5.0

Listens, doesn't rush the visit

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July 01, 2021

5.0

He was very sincere in correcting my problems& easy to talk to & was also a good listener.

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June 29, 2021

5.0

He was really nice and made me feel comfortable and explained everything very well and in detail. I’m happy to find a doctor who seems to care. I’ll definitely continue seeing him.

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June 25, 2021

5.0

Again, personable, knowledgeable and thorough.

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June 21, 2021

5.0

Answers all of my questions thoroughly and also gives me information about future testing and what to expect in the up coming appointments.

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June 21, 2021

5.0

Professional, answered all questions, kind

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June 14, 2021

5.0

Dr Hearing knows his job very well.Good person also.

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June 04, 2021

5.0

Spend lots of time with my visit yesterday. Explained everything very well. Highly recommend him.

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June 04, 2021

5.0

He really listens to you. If you have questions he answers them in the best possible way.

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June 04, 2021

5.0

Very friendly and knowledgeable. Doesn’t mince words.

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June 03, 2021

5.0

Great doctor

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June 02, 2021

5.0

Possesses knowledge needed. Kind.

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June 01, 2021

5.0

Listens, makes good practical recommendations, always professional

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May 27, 2021

5.0

Ya conozco a este doctor y es muy bueno muy profesional y por eso es fácil de recomendarlo

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May 24, 2021

4.0

He was very informative and thoroughly explained everything to me.

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May 24, 2021

5.0

There wasn’t a wait and Dr Hering was very informative. He answered all of my questions and also took the time to go over complications that could occur in pregnancy. Made me feel at ease.

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May 20, 2021

5.0

Offers the best patient care.

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May 17, 2021

5.0

Very pleasant..makes one feel comfortable.

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May 17, 2021

5.0

The doctor explained everything to you and the staff is very polite and friendly

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May 14, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly and great bedside manner.

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May 12, 2021

5.0

He's knowledgeable and personable and can effectively break any tension due to concern or nerves with humor and reassuring facts and information.

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