Nidhi Kansal, MD | Northwestern Medicine

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Indiana University School of Medicine Bloomington - 2011
Residency:: Loyola University Medical Center - 2014

Languages Spoken

Hindi

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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Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 26, 2026

5.0

Please see my response to the first question which is how highly and enthusiastically I praise her and would recommend her, especially as a primary care doctor-which she is for me-smart, wise, empathetic and well versed across many areas of healthcare.

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February 25, 2026

5.0

Communication was great I have a lot of confidence in Dr Kansal She's Terrific!

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February 23, 2026

5.0

She took time to talk through medical history and preventative medicine!

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kansal has a wonderful attitude towards my wellness and makes me feel important.

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February 22, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kansal is such a wonderful PCP. She addresses all issues, listens, and educates. She is empathetic, kind, compassionate and caring. I'm always grateful for the excellent care she gives me!

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February 21, 2026

4.0

I was somewhat disappointed with my care during this appointment.

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February 21, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kansal is an excellent physician because she explains all issues thoroughly in a way that's understandable for me. Her recommendations are always on point. In addition, my experience with other staff from check-in to nursing are always positive.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Extremely detail oriented and attentive. Appointments are timely. Willing to answer questions and engage in dialogue.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Attentive to patient's needs, always ready to listen, great bed-side manners, great communication skills, great physician.

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February 15, 2026

5.0

I would tell the world how her care has not just improved my life health but elongated it.

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February 14, 2026

5.0

Very caring and dedicated MD. She wants the best for her patients! Very knowledgeable and answers all questions!

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February 14, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable. Listens

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr Kansal is very caring and I have complete trust in her to take care of my healthcare needs.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr Kansal is the best doctor I have had the pleasure to call my primary care physician my entire life. She is thorough, knowledgeable and seeks to fix the cause of my issues not just the symptoms. I feel she listens to what I say and cares deeply about my health!

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kansal was really great, I so appreciated their ability to take their time explaining to me and using data to back up our discussion. Very informative appointment and I'm looking forward to future care.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

With her specialty in weight loss and weight management, she really shines at helping clients find a path that continues to improve outcomes without shaming a patient for setbacks.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

I feel confident in her evaluation.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kansal cares about her patients (as most doctors hopefully do). However, she truly demonstrates her care and interest in her patients and their health. She is incredibly knowledgeable in the latest developments of treatment and works with her patients to to find solutions that will work for them. I see her for her sub-specialty but would be thrilled if she were my PCP.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Well informed and eager to help clients improve

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Always professional and provides easy-to-understand diagnoses and whatever next steps are necessary.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable kind . Details covered.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kansal is professional and kind. She never makes me feel rushed and she takes the time to listen to me and also to go through all health issues and explain what things mean and the options for taking care of things. I highly recommend her.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Dr is knowledgeable and made me feel at ease

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Dr Kansal is consistently sharp, thorough and trustworthy as well as she listens to me as her patient

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kansal is honest, straightforward, and genuinely caring. She takes the time to listen, explains things clearly, and makes me feel heard and supported. I trust her completely and feel very grateful to have her as my physician.

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January 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Kansal is a Godsend. She has always taken my symptoms and concerns seriously. She makes me feel listened to and like she is doing what is best for my care. I realize NM limits the time she can spend with her patients, but she makes the most of the time and is efficient and asks the right questions. She is not judgemental and is honest about what I need to do for my health. Please keep her happy because she is definitely one of your best assets.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Listens, has modern approach. However, she cannot accept new patients.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

She listens and doesn't go around the bush and tells u how it is. Very professional.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

She is thorough, listens well and is very intelligent.

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December 31, 2025

5.0

She is a good listener and supportive of her patients

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Very smart and offers excellent patient care.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kansal is the most outstanding doctor I have ever encountered.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Dr Kansal is AMAZING and thorough. She is very intelligent and explains everything so nicely. She's patient, kind, and has great bedside manner and patient care.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

See above. She's also very concerned for you.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kansal is excellent. I don't feel rushed and she answers my questions.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

She is the most authentic and passionate clinician I've had. She makes her patients feel seen and heard, and provides thoughtful, tailored care that is truly appreciated.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Kansal is tremendous! Give her a raise. She saved my life once, and she's focused on keeping me healthy!!!

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December 12, 2025

5.0

I love Dr Kansal: my humane caring professional GP!

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December 10, 2025

5.0

She is an excellent physician

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December 09, 2025

5.0

She thorough, attentive, very polite and she really care for her patients.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kansal is probably the smartest, best doctor I've ever had. She's always up to date on current medical news and actually listens to what I'm saying. I am always bragging about her. She's a joy to talk to and I trust her completely.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

She is the best in every way

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December 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kansal always provides care with empathy and explains her rationale behind her recommendations.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Brilliant physician who cares for her patients.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Very genuine and personable. Willing to spend time to talk through things, give reasoning and encourage progress.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

I had a thoughtful long consultation with Dr Kansal. Dr K shared extensive knowledge about my condition and provided a plan for recovery. Positive approach.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Thorough and discuss the options of care

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kansal is amazing. She's so sweet, explains everything very well and cares very deeply about her patients. I love that she's my PCP.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner and was thorough with explaining what was next to come.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

She is a good Dr and gives good suggestions/ advice.

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November 30, 2025

5.0

Excellent!

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November 29, 2025

5.0

Dr Kansal is a very caring, expert and empathetic physician. We appreciate her personalized care and attention to our individual situation. Thank you!

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November 26, 2025

5.0

She uses real life examples that help you to understand the best healthcare paths that you can take for your needs. Using others in the network (OBGYN, as needed in my case) to assist with patient care helped to ensure a long term relationship with Dr. Kansal and Northwestern.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kansal knows her stuff and always receive quality care w/out feeling that I'm getting a bum's rush.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Smart, great Dr bedside manner, highly intelligent in the field, very knowledgeable in answering ALl questions and really nice too!

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November 22, 2025

5.0

Attentive care

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November 20, 2025

5.0

She's attentive, she's thorough, she is extremely knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

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November 20, 2025

5.0

She is thorough and concise

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Great doctor and she explains things very simply.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

My doctor is always extremely thorough and takes the time to actually listen

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November 16, 2025

5.0

In my opinion, she does what's best for her patience

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November 14, 2025

4.0

Very knowledgeable

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November 11, 2025

5.0

I'm always recommending Dr. Kansal to my friends and family. Her bedside manner can change people's lives.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kansal is really knowledgeable and was a pleasure to meet with her.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Kansal is exceptional. She gives her patients her full attention and doesn't rush through the appointment. She provides thoughtful answers and is proactive about recommending care based on family history and changing circumstances.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

She is a best doctor

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November 08, 2025

5.0

She is caring

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Incredibly knowledgeable and provides me with the utmost care to make me feel like my concerns are being addressed

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November 03, 2025

5.0

A true professional, who diagnoses issues quickly and involves the patient when making decisions on treatment plans. Initially I was treated by Immediate Care, who did not diagnose me correctly, as I have 4 fractured ribs, which Dr. Kansal confirmed, whereby Immediate Care told me that I have 3 fractured ribs.

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Dr Nidhi Kansal is SO great!! I almost cancelled my appointment but I knew that I needed to keep my appointment w Dr Kansal. And I am SO glad that I did. She is so helpful, SO informative, so professional, so pleasant, had authentic interest and care in my well-being and helping me to get in better health. We had such a great conversation! I left so happy and grateful to have met Dr. Nidhi Kansal and have her for my primary care doctor. And then when I spoke to the same woman at the front desks tables to schedule my next appointment, she said that Dr Lansal is no longer taking new patients. I said "Thank God, I kept my appointment and consulted w Dr Kansal". The 5 of 5 star reviews that I read are true! She is a great doctor! Even my ex boyfriend saw Dr Kansal and said she is great!

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Very attentive to her patients needs. Always shows compassion and very knowledgeable on many issues.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

She demonstrated care and provided information in a non-judgmental way.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

She's fantastic! She's real, realistic yet hopeful, highly professional, and very thorough. You can tell she cares about and for her patients from the first meeting. (I have been a patient of hers for 7 years.)

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Shes been my provider for 7 years now and no complaints whatsoever.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

She's very knowledgeable and efficient

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October 18, 2025

5.0

For all of the reasons above. Great bedside manner

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Kansal is the best primary care doctor I have ever had. Dr Kansal is extremely thorough, not alarmist, up to date on all the latest research, listens, and is just an all around awesome human.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Kansal is very attentive. She takes the time to explain things and does not make the appointment feel rushed. She is also very pleasant.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

She's so smart and has an excellent bedside manner

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Kansal is by far the best PCP I have ever had. So informative, clear and explains everything very well. I am originally from the UK and have had a number of PCPs over the years there and in US. A great Doctor and great service.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Dr Kansal is very thorough, knowledgeable and consistent.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kansal is very knowledgable, thorough and she is a wealth of information and cares about the health and preventative care for her patients. She is top-notch.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

I have already recommended her to several friends!

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Incredible phycisian, who listens to the patient and gives great advice and suggestions and comes up with solutions and treatment plans, which will work for the patient! Dr. Kansal is on top of the latest medical treatments. Her diagnosis is always spot on! I consider myself very fortunate to have her as my Primary Phycisian.

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October 01, 2025

5.0

Great doctor who took the time to explain things to me.

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Dr Kansal is the best. She truly cares about her patients. She takes the time to talk to her patients and really understand them as people. I highly recommend her as your primary care physician.

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September 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Kansal is personable, informed and skilled

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September 23, 2025

5.0

I found Dr. Kansal is professional and caring while also being transparent and pragmatic without being blunt or abrasive. I think she's a terrific communicator and has a patient manner that suits me exceptionally well.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kansal is brilliant, kind, intuitive, and very helpful in relaying the big picture realities of our health care.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

So knowledgeable and explains everything.

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September 20, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, informative and very understanding. My only comment would be she talks very fast. But I really liked her and appreciated everything she shared with me.

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September 17, 2025

5.0

She is excellent doctor

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September 15, 2025

5.0

I think Dr. Kansal is an excellent physician. She asks good questions, explains things clearly and follows up with an appropriate care plan. She is responsive to any concerns I bring up.

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September 13, 2025

5.0

Attentive, feels more like a partnership

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September 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kansal is very thorough and is also very easy to talk to. She's very knowledgeable and best of all, she listens and addresses my concerns.

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September 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Kansal is phenomenal. She is brilliant, a great communicator and a caring person who has saved my life at least once. She is deeply educated and displays that knowledge in a very approachable style. My confidence in her as a great doctor is extremely high because I am always impressed with her commitment to doing what's best for me as her patient.

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September 11, 2025

5.0

She was thorough and not rushing me to make decision after explanation. Cared about cost and insurance issues

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September 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kansal is very professional. She is easy to talk to, she listens to respond. She's very smart and she knows what she's talking about. When I left a visit I definitely had more information than I did before I came to the visit.

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September 08, 2025

5.0

Technical expertise and empathetic.

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September 05, 2025

5.0

Knowledge and expertise and patient focus. Answered questions and did not rush.

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Nidhi Kansal, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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