Micah J. Eimer, MD

Micah J. Eimer, MD

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  • Coventry Health Care - First Health HMO, PPO and POS
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  • MultiPlan/PHCS
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  • United Healthcare

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  • Blue Choice Preferred PPO
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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1998
Internship:
University of Chicago - 1999
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2001
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2006

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August 05, 2014

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Health System Clinician, 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 Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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March 31, 2022

5.0

Dr. Eimer has a very open personality and is very friendly. This goes without saying his knowledge and professionalism. I will recommend dr. Eimer to any of my family, friends that require a cardiologist.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Dr Eimer is attentive, thoroughly professional, addresses and thoroughly answers any questions and explains every procedure. He is also bery easy to talk to.

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March 28, 2022

5.0

Ethical, gracious, skillful, trustworthy and analytical grand doctor

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March 22, 2022

5.0

He was helpful and set up all the procedures I have to do.

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Excellent Doctor. Took time and explained all questions and concerns.

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March 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Eimer is extremely knowledgeable and professional.

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March 11, 2022

5.0

Excellent care and he explains things in a way that is easy to understand.

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March 11, 2022

5.0

It was my first time seeing Dr. Eimer. I found him very easy to talk to and ask questions. He was very thoughtful in his approach. I did not feel rushed in my appointment. Overall, great experience.

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March 11, 2022

5.0

Great experience

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March 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Eimer is an exceptionally kind, caring and extremely thoughtful and compassionate Cardiologist. He defines what it is to be a Top 1% Cardiologist and extraordinary caring and extremely intelligent physician. He has exceptional interpersonal skills and this shows with his gentle, caring and core nature. He is a physician with a big and kind heart!

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March 09, 2022

5.0

He has always taken the time to explain things in my terminology. And is very kind

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March 09, 2022

5.0

Good guy

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March 09, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and helpful

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March 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Eimer is very kind and doesn’t make you feel rushed. He takes whatever time is needed to answer questions.

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March 08, 2022

5.0

He’s thorough and caring.

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March 07, 2022

5.0

Comfortable with doctor, well taken care of and detail explanations.

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March 07, 2022

5.0

He is the best! He listens, cares, we never feel rushed, he gives us lots of time with him!

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March 03, 2022

5.0

Competent and friendly

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March 02, 2022

5.0

Kind, gentle, brilliant

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February 24, 2022

5.0

Dr. Eimer is really terrific, excellent doctor. Super intelligent and great demeanor.

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February 24, 2022

4.0

Nice personality. Seemed thorough

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February 24, 2022

5.0

Professional, answers all questions, great diagnostician, and kind

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February 22, 2022

5.0

Courteous and informative.

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February 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Eimer was very professional, knowledgeable, and ready to answer all of my questions without feeling rushed in any way.

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February 18, 2022

5.0

He is a very good doctor very caring and Very thorough

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February 17, 2022

5.0

Simply put, he and his team are the best Perhaps there are other cardiologists who might be close to his level of care But, I highly doubt there are any better cardiovascular teams out there Dr Eimer attacks the best people because being the best is his MO and he has everyone on his team striving to provide the best care to every patient - every day … and They take pride in doing so and it shows

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February 16, 2022

5.0

Takes his time . I never feel he’s rushing. Answers all of my questions and makes sure I understand.

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February 16, 2022

5.0

Responsive.

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February 16, 2022

5.0

Intelligence: compassion: seriousness, but also humor; and effective care.

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February 15, 2022

5.0

Professional, polite and knowledgeable.

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February 15, 2022

5.0

Good communication thorough and to the point. Good follow up

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February 15, 2022

5.0

He explains everything, and seems truly interested in your well being.

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February 12, 2022

5.0

Very thorough, professional and kind. Took time with me. Explained things carefully.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

He’s efficient,has lots of patience, always asks if you have any questions, always walks You to front office to schedule next appt., excellent doctor.

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February 10, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, kind, thorough, pleasant.

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February 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Eimer is the best cardiologist

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February 08, 2022

5.0

Takes time to listen and answer questions

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February 07, 2022

5.0

Excellent care

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February 03, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor. Experienced and communicates very well. He listens and addresses my concerns.

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February 02, 2022

5.0

Thorough

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January 28, 2022

5.0

Very approachable. And an expert cardiologist.

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January 25, 2022

5.0

Always helpful ,kind and understanding.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Dr. Eimer is thorough and considerate. He asks lots of questions and is a great listener. He ensured that I have the right blood pressure medications and dosages - and explained clearly if/when I might need to change anything.

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January 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Eimer is so easy to talk to. Always listen and explain so it easy to understand. Never seems in a hurry. I am happy that he is my cardiologist H.H

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January 20, 2022

5.0

warm, friendly, compassionate, empathetic, highly skilled professional

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January 19, 2022

5.0

thorough exam and care

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January 17, 2022

5.0

Trusted doctor, usually on time,

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January 11, 2022

5.0

Dr Eimer is very experienced and capable and highly regarded by the internists that have treated me.

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January 10, 2022

5.0

Took plenty of time to explain and discuss my specific issues - very relatable and easy to talk too. A++

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January 04, 2022

4.0

Just started treating there recently. Want to see how long term care is. But so far so good.

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January 03, 2022

5.0

Careful and knowledgeable.

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December 27, 2021

5.0

Professional, very knowledgeable and answers any questions I may have.

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December 27, 2021

5.0

He is an outstanding physician

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December 26, 2021

5.0

He was very courteous, knew what he was doing, and sounded very experienced

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December 25, 2021

4.0

Does not appear to be in a hurry

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December 25, 2021

5.0

Attentive, kind physician who takes the time to explain issues of concern.

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December 25, 2021

5.0

Personable, professional with clear explanation. Reassuring

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December 23, 2021

5.0

Takes time doesn’t rush, very thorough and easy to talk to.

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December 23, 2021

5.0

He was thorough, personable and attentive to all my questions and concerns. Dr Eimer put me at ease from the moment our introduction visit began. In addition, personally insured my followup visits and future tests were scheduled.

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December 23, 2021

5.0

We love Dr. Eimer. He's so nice and very knowledgeable.

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December 23, 2021

5.0

Best of the best

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December 22, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable about his specialty and a very kind person

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December 21, 2021

5.0

Dr Eimer is highly skilled, personable - always listens and takes time to answer your questions and explain his thoughts about your care. He is very relatable. He includes you in planning and decision making. He really cares about you as an individual.

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Answers my questions.

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December 18, 2021

5.0

My first visit From strong recommendation from my PCP. This was primarily a precautionary visit and to establish a relationship given My multiple issues. I was treated respectfully and listened to, for sure. Everyone was professional and positive.

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December 16, 2021

5.0

Awesome! Very smart, thoughtful and genuine medical professional.

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December 16, 2021

5.0

Kind. Smart. Compassionate. Sensible.

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December 16, 2021

5.0

Outstanding person and Doctor

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Dr Eimer is an outstanding doctor!

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December 12, 2021

5.0

Satisfied with his exam & improving choice of medication

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December 11, 2021

5.0

He spent time with me and answered all my questions.

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December 10, 2021

5.0

See last question for explanations.

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December 10, 2021

5.0

He is kind caring and professional

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December 09, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable and personable. A great doctor!

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December 09, 2021

5.0

Dr Eimer is Very attentive and has a calming disposition

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December 09, 2021

5.0

Very caring, extremely professional, explains things in terms I can understand

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December 08, 2021

5.0

He is caring, thoughtful, funny and knowledgeable

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December 04, 2021

5.0

He’s the best

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December 02, 2021

5.0

Always professional and prepared.

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December 02, 2021

5.0

He’s the best! Not only knowledgeable but so personable and compassionate

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December 01, 2021

5.0

Dr Eimer is the best Doctor ever! He’s so smart and listens and really is patient focused. Smart and companionate

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December 01, 2021

5.0

He has a very caring and intelligent bed side manner.

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November 30, 2021

5.0

Great listener and talked through all recommendations.

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November 29, 2021

5.0

Always excellent care. Very smart guy!

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November 27, 2021

5.0

I think that he is an intelligent and well educated cardiologist.

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November 26, 2021

5.0

He is excellent doctor

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November 26, 2021

5.0

Dr Eimer is a great doctor and spends time necessary to doctor his patients properly and has great bedside manor!

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November 26, 2021

5.0

He is professional, communicative, and empathetic.

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November 22, 2021

5.0

He is outstanding.

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November 22, 2021

5.0

He is the best!

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November 22, 2021

5.0

Good personality and communication skills. Did not over treat like some do.

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November 21, 2021

5.0

Thorough, caring

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November 19, 2021

5.0

He has kept me alive and happy when ever I have needed his profession service.

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November 18, 2021

5.0

He is very caring and explains everything so I could understand it. He answered all my questions. He did not rush me even tho he must be very busy

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November 18, 2021

5.0

I went in with a heart condition he listened patiently, I showed him some PDFs that I recorded with my Ekg appliance. Without being alarming he set me up with the electrophysiologist who proceeded to have me into surgery within 10 days or less. Dr. Eimer is a man of action without being an alarmist and always has a great sense of humor.

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November 17, 2021

5.0

I have recommended him to my friends and they all love him

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November 15, 2021

5.0

I have already recommended him to out family and friends.

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November 15, 2021

5.0

Dr. Eimer is personable and accessible. He answers my portal questions in a timely manner as well as my phone calls.

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November 15, 2021

5.0

Human, practical, helpful, non judgemental. Discussed all options. Kind. Walks patients to waiting room.

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November 12, 2021

5.0

Very informative and good at explaining things to me.

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