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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Atherosclerosis Prevention
Echocardiography
Ischemic Heart Disease
Lipid Disorders (Cholesterol and Triglycerides)

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1991
Residency:: Loyola University Medical Center - 1995
Fellowships:: Loyola University Medical Center - 1998

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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1172 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 27, 2025

5.0

DR. PYKA IN KIND, KNOWLEDGEABLE, PATIENT AND CARING.

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Excellent and kind doctor

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April 21, 2025

5.0

Thorough and good bedside manner

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April 20, 2025

5.0

Professional

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April 19, 2025

5.0

He was very thorough

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April 19, 2025

5.0

I have already recommended to my sister

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April 17, 2025

5.0

He's attentive and helpful. Gives lots of good advice.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Loved this Cardiologist, he took all the time with me to explain all my concerns I would HIGHLY recommend him

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April 11, 2025

5.0

He is very thorough.

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April 09, 2025

5.0

Dr Pyka is very professional. He is thorough, patient, kind and well informed. I am blessed to be his patient.

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April 09, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, kind, and compassionate!

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April 04, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable, has good energy and he cares. He takes you seriously, listens and gives good advice. He is the kind of doctor I appreciate and trust.

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April 02, 2025

5.0

He was very thorough answering all of my questions. He was on time and kept me I minimal amount of time in giving me information

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April 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Pyka is very genuine professional and in tune with Th my well bring. He takes his time to listen to me and follows my journey.

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April 01, 2025

5.0

He is very good at his job and he is very nice.

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Dr Pyka is very knowledgeable personable and professional

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April 01, 2025

5.0

One of the best Cardiologist in Chicago. Listen patiently, gives very good advice. Have lots of empathy and concern for your well being.

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March 31, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka gave me clear explanations, helpful advice, and a measured prognosis that helped relieve my fears. He and his nurse were personable and welcoming to me as a first-time patient.

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March 31, 2025

5.0

He was so thoughtful and engaged the entire time. Took his time to ask tons of questions about my lifestyle and family history.

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March 29, 2025

5.0

Listened, provided good feedback

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March 21, 2025

5.0

Thorough, practical, responsive and warm.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka is very caring and answers my questions efficiently.

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March 18, 2025

5.0

He is a good doctor treating me nicely

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March 16, 2025

5.0

A patient will receive the absolute best of care. As good as it gets.

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March 12, 2025

5.0

Thoroughly reviewed my situation and developed a well-defined path for diagnosis and treatment.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

He took time to assess and answer my questions and I didn't feel rushed at all

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March 10, 2025

5.0

I am a 64 year old man who has had many doctors in my life. Dr. Pyka is as good as there is. If I was having a life threatening situation I would choose him to take care of me.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgable and personable. Found him to be very helpful.

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March 07, 2025

5.0

-very thorough and knowledgable -professional -listens to his patients -not rushed

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk with

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March 05, 2025

5.0

He is very thorough in explaining test results and how they indicate how your heart, liver and kidneys are operating well based upon those test results.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Easy to understand, explains it well.

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March 03, 2025

5.0

He is an excellent doctor. He works with you and every level and he takes his time with you so you're not pushed out.

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and very nice

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Friendly and thorough

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February 27, 2025

5.0

Makes me feel like we are friends discussing my health

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Friendly, answers questions, gave me suggestions regarding my leg/feet cramps that I hadn't heard before

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Listens. And easy to talk too.

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February 19, 2025

5.0

He has been very detailed and explained everything

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February 17, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable , kind

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February 14, 2025

5.0

great doctor

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February 10, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and professional

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February 10, 2025

5.0

He explained what my cardiac score test results and what my options were. he answered all my questions.

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February 10, 2025

5.0

straight shooter

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January 30, 2025

5.0

Dr Pyka's Professionalism & Knowledge Were Impressive

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Kind, considerate, thorough explanations. Made certain that I understood everything about my care plan.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

The Best Doctor, He listens to His Patient's needs! Great bedside manner.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Very personable, knowledge man. Wonderful dr. Recommend him highly.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

He is a good doctor, but his practice is busy....too busy....

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Great Doctor. Great bed-side manner! Answers all your questions and shows concern for all Patients!

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka was a wonderful doctor. This was my first visit with him and he made it feel as if I had been his patient for a long time. Glad I was assigned to him as a new patient. Thank your Dr. Pyka.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Dr Pyka listens, explain everything thoroughly and is totally pleasant throughout the examination

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Answers questions. Thorough examinations. Kind and caring.

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January 16, 2025

5.0

Dr Pyka warmly greeted me then went carefully over my test results and his recommendations. He's very reassuring and when I left I felt I was in good hands.

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January 16, 2025

5.0

Professionalism and knowledge

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January 15, 2025

5.0

Personable and easy to have a conversation regarding cardiovascular concerns

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Friendly knowledgable

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January 13, 2025

5.0

HE EXPLAIN TO ME CLEARLY

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January 09, 2025

5.0

He emphasizes with my Health concerns. Understands and has great knowledge of my ailment. Followed up all his previous instructions and lost more than 20 pounds! Gives great recommendations on how bets to recover and best way to avoid another episode.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Dr Pyka thoroughly explains test results, health issue, plan forward, etc. I did not feel my appointment was rushed.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

I've been coming to Dr. Pyka for several years to monitor previous heart surgery. Maintaining a healthy life style is key to keeping my heart in peak condition.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

Dr Pyka was kind, caring and thorough. He took extra time to weigh the benefits of my taking a certain medication.

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January 06, 2025

5.0

Personable, friendly, knowledgeable, interested in me as his patient, up to date on current trends in cardiology field.

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January 06, 2025

5.0

I'm very happy to have Doctor Pyka taking care of my health. He will do whatever it takes to keep your health going in the right direction.

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January 04, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk with, listens, genuinely cares about helping you.

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January 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka is an excellent doctor, with a caring attitude.

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January 03, 2025

5.0

Is concerned about your health Explains what he is doing

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January 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka was extremely thorough and not at all rushed. Took time and answered all questions. Friendly and kind.

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December 30, 2024

5.0

Very nice

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December 30, 2024

5.0

very professional.

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December 23, 2024

5.0

Efficient

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December 21, 2024

5.0

He is very patient. He explains everything well, and he listens to what you have to say.

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December 20, 2024

5.0

he is compassionate and caring and well trained

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December 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Pyka explained everything I needed to know and took the time to make sure I understood

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December 18, 2024

5.0

Very professional, thorough, courteous!

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December 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Pyka is kind and compassionate. He takes the time to speak with his patients and explains labs with his patients. He also makes a plan with the patients and is attentive to the patients needs and questions.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

Dr Pyka had gone over my past history, and had listed all my problems before he had even seen me. He was relaxed asked me questions, answered all my questions, and never made me feel hurried. He never did any typing while I was there. All in all, a great experience when I was nervous after losing my cardiologist of 30 years.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

Very happy with him

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December 11, 2024

5.0

I feel very confident in my care with Dr Pyka

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December 10, 2024

5.0

Thorough

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December 10, 2024

5.0

Good person and very knowledgeable. Promotes a healthy diet

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November 21, 2024

5.0

Good discussion and explanations

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November 20, 2024

5.0

I have already recommended him to my brother-in-law who has a heart condition and will be operated on after the first of the year.

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November 19, 2024

5.0

Knows his approach and services

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November 18, 2024

5.0

Treated me as a person as well as a patient.

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November 17, 2024

5.0

He was very thorough and professional.

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November 16, 2024

5.0

DR,Pyka is Someone I think Very High Of he is very easy to talk to He explain things to you he does not judge you about your health what so ever Always come in with a smile to see you he is also funny he also break things down for you to understand Also I Love the fact that I can Open up with Dr,Pyka about my health I'm not the only one my sister goes with me to my appointment and she also thinks that Dr,Pyka is a Good Doctor trust me it takes a lot for me to feel comfortable with Doctors I can tell you I have a couple of doctors in my life that I do trust and respect and Manfred J.Pyka is one of them All I can say is thank you for Being One of the Good Doctors in my life.

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November 11, 2024

5.0

he explained very well, listened.

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November 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Pyka made me feel confident I am getting the best care from him.

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November 05, 2024

5.0

He is very smart with great bed side manner

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November 02, 2024

5.0

Dr. pyka showed genuine concern and was a good listener to my questions questions.

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October 30, 2024

5.0

He is thorough and caring

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October 29, 2024

5.0

He listens

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October 25, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, unhurried, personable, takes time to explain

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October 25, 2024

5.0

My cardiologist demonstrates exceptional skill, knowledge, and experience in his field, often going beyond the standard level of care by tackling complex cases, such as mine.

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October 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Pyka is incredibly competent and personable. He really cares about hi patients and is so thoughtful about his recommendations.

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October 14, 2024

5.0

He knows what patients feel. Best doctor I've ever seen.

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October 11, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, easy to talk to, clear communication, caring

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October 09, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, compassionate, willing to listen. and not reluctant to remind the patient of certain "musts."

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