Insurance
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Practice Focus Areas
- Adult Medicine
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Obesity Medicine
- Preventive Medicine
- Smoking Cessation
- Travel Medicine
- Women's Health
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, Indiana University School of Medicine Bloomington - 2011
- Residency:
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Loyola University Medical Center - 2014
Media

Languages Spoken
- Hindi
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Health System Clinician, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
August 22, 2022
5.0 star star star star starShe is the absolute best. So amazing that if I was to move out of state I probably would fly back to see her. Amazingly caring , smart, non judgemental and through. She has been my doctor since 2015 and has helped me through all of my diagnosis. And there was alot. I always felt better after seeing her and that is rare. Seriously....give her a big raise. She's the best doctor you have.
August 20, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. Kansal is fantastic!!! She is VERY thorough, intelligent and a GREAT listener!!! She takes the time to provide thoughtful answers to all of my questions. Dr. Kansal is a real asset to NW Medicine!!! I would HIGHLY recommend her!!!
August 14, 2022
5.0 star star star star starI keep coming back to see Dr. Kansal because she is amazingly smart, thorough, compassionate, and truly works to "connect dots" to solve mysteries and understand the BIG picture. She is completely genuine and dependable. I feel good knowing my primary care is in her hands and I would gladly follow her wherever she may ever go. I hope NM already knows how incredible she is. Sadly, I've seen many MDs in my life, but I've never had a more hardworking, reliable, efficient, and overall wonderful PCP. I'm so fortunate to have her as my doctor. Thank you, Dr. Kansal, for everything. A+++
August 09, 2022
3.0 star star star star_border star_borderShe was very thorough, but as a fat person not interested in being called obese (and lectured on why that is a better word to use than fat which I completely disagree with) and not interested in losing weight, she spent a lot of time talking about that without even knowing that I have any conditions that are from being fat (while knowing I have a normal heart rate normal blood pressure ect just no information back from labs). She spent the longest amount of time talking about the "weight loss journey" I could take which i am not interested in. Did not make me feel cared for in a weight neutral way. Otherwise thorough and nice.
August 07, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. Kansal is extremely knowledgeable in her field and beyond her field. She makes you feel important to her and not just like a revolving door. She takes the time to listen to your concerns and has wonderful bedside manner’s.
August 01, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. Kansal was phenomenal. She took time to explain the science in a way that greatly increased my understanding of obesity. Her knowledge and communication style gave me absolute confidence in her ability to provide great care and support.
July 28, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. Kansal is thorough, professional, listens to the questions and concerns of the patient and is extremely knowledgeable and gives solid suggestions and is pro active with necessary treatments and follow ups.
June 15, 2022
5.0 star star star star starShe is an amazing physician. I can’t say enough about her friendly and down to earth demeanor. She is incredibly intelligent and so thoughtful in thinking through everything I needed today and advice for the future. I had a wonderful experience!
June 08, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. Kansal is so thorough, thoughtful and always gives me her undivided attention. I appreciate her honesty, and delivery. She always make me feel like a person, not just a patient and I trust her completely with my medical care
May 16, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDo you realize what a great human being and physician she is? Don’t lose her. I’m sure everyone wants to see her so I highly encourage you not to burn her out! I’m in health care so I know how hospitals are. She’s smart and kind.
May 14, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr. Kansal genuinely cares for her patients. Each visit with her feels personalized, I don’t feel like just another patient. I feel well cared for and she asks the right questions tailored to my lifestyle and health condition and I feel she covers everything because of it. Her chosen treatment plans are always easy to understand and makes me comfortable enough to adhere to them. She always has a great care time during each visit. Maria M., the medical assistant assigned to my visit that day, was so pleasant and professional. She made my visit a great experience from beginning to end.
May 10, 2022
5.0 star star star star starConsistent focus on patient care; keeps current to ensure offering evidence based therapies; incorporates applicable non medication based ‘therapies’ / strategies for improvement in overall health and mental wellness
May 06, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr Kansal treats me like a collaborator, she is interested in my ideas and questions and she is extremely thorough. In addition, she is a really strong advocate for me. I appreciate and value her care very much!
May 05, 2022
5.0 star star star star starI was really nervous going into the appointment because I'm very sensitive about my weight. Dr. Kansal made me feel at ease and made sure I didn't feel judged. She also took time to explain everything thoroughly in terms i could understand. Really great first impression.
May 04, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr.Kansel is a unique Dr. she demstrates concern for her staff as well as her patients. She follows up with other appointments from others Dr if I missed a appointment she have me or she go on her computer to have me set a appointment for Dr appointments I missed. She follows up with me and outside dr,Dr, may have seen.
Disclosures
Nidhi Kansal, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.
External Professional Relationships
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