Manfred J. Pyka, MD | Northwestern Medicine

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 - 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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1322 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

He explained everything and showed concerned about what I had going on

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February 26, 2026

5.0

You could not receive better care because he displays caring, compassion and patience making sure that I understand by reiterating the plan of care for my treatment plan. I highly recommend Dr. Pyka for excellent care.

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February 22, 2026

5.0

Dr. Pyka seems very knowledgeable and truly cares for my well-being.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Very professional

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Very professional Caring for patients Very personable

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Attentive, excellent bedside manner, and explained everything very clearly.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Spent the time to answer all my questions and provided explaination of results

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Dr Pyka was very professional and trustworthy to me, I felt that he was concerned about my health and if any thing should happen to me, I should contact him with my concerns.

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February 12, 2026

5.0

takes the time to go over medical questions and concerns.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

The best as usual

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February 09, 2026

5.0

He is very caring Very good bedside manner Puts me at ease

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Thorough and professional care

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January 28, 2026

5.0

Personable, thorough, practical

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Dr.Pyka is thorough in in dialogue with his patients. Atmosphere is relaxed, he reviews your entire history & reminds you of exercise & healthy nutrition as worthy goals to follow.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Great through appointment felt very comfortable

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January 27, 2026

5.0

He is very good Doctor and I felt very comfortable.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Good doctor

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January 26, 2026

5.0

He has a play that he shares with me and user sthat tellls to me in simple English that make sense and make La sure I understand the plan. Has clear instructions on the path we will take

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January 26, 2026

5.0

He is smart, kind and takes all the time necessary to take good care of my husband and I.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Great Doctor great bed-side namer! He cares for his Patients.More Doctors should be like Him!

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Great Doctor,Great bed- side manner ! He cares for his patients.More Doctors should be like Him!

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Dr Pyka is thorough and explains things completely. He makes certain that you understand what he is telling you. He is friendly and engaging.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

I have been seeing Dr. Pyka for several years now. He genuinely listens to you and makes you feel like you're talking to a caring friend. I always leave the office feeling that I'm receiving the Best Care!

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January 20, 2026

5.0

as listed above. I have recommended him on multiple occasions

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January 20, 2026

5.0

He listens to everything! He addresses all concerns!

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January 19, 2026

5.0

See above, and he is very easy to talk with because he listens to his patient.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

The Doctor was very kind and listened carefully my symptoms

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January 18, 2026

5.0

Explained alternatives to medication for Afib and why current treatment best fits me. Did so in a manner I could understand.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable Elite Level Physician with superb educational style.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

He listens and is very caring

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January 15, 2026

5.0

So nice and informative. Very easy to talk to. Explains very well. Kind.

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January 10, 2026

5.0

He gave me a very thorough examination. He really seemed to care. He put my mind at ease.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Everyone cares for the patient. They will take as much time as you need so you can understand what needs to be done for your care.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

He explained me what to do and how to make my body healthy

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December 22, 2025

5.0

He is the best! Extremely thorough!

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and listens to me

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka gives plenty of time to answer questions; he doesn't rush patients out the door.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Its important to have a good understanding between patient and dr

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December 14, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable about heart procedures.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Pyka takes his time with you and gives the best feedback and advice that you can get from him

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December 11, 2025

5.0

The time he takes with you and his proactive approach.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

He explains things very well

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December 08, 2025

5.0

very well explained

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Pyka is amazing! I've been with him for more than 20 years.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. pika is very professional and courteous. He takes his time to explain all of my concerns and how my health is doing. He also gives me helpful tips on diet and exercise. Very helpful. A great doctor.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

I felt very comfortable with Dr. Pyka. He's very knowledgeable and an excellent listener.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

He is great

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Attention to detail. He pays attention patient and really cares.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka was extremely thorough and took time to explain every aspect of recommended tests, treatments, and care. He listened and put me at ease as a first time cardiology patient. I truly appreciate his care and concern for my heart health.

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November 22, 2025

5.0

Much experience - he cares

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka is highly knowledgeable, personable and truly cares about the well being of his patients.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Very professional. Great communicator. Explained everything throughly. Answered all questions without being rushed.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

See above Love dr pyka!

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Dr Pyka is a true gem, has a ton of deep knowledge and expertise and I was treated with high levels of care and feel like I am in very good hands!

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka is EXCELLENT! He is extremely personable and knowledgeable. He took time to explain everything and did a thorough examination. I really liked him.

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Fantastic physician, compassionate and knowledgeable.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

Friendly, caring and decisive

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October 27, 2025

5.0

We LOVE Dr Pyka. He is kind and caring and extremely knowledgeable. He is patient and explains things thoroughly.

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October 26, 2025

5.0

I've been seeing him for 20 years

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October 16, 2025

5.0

His patient first approach, communication skills both in listening and educating, thoroughness in review and testing.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Great "bedside manner".

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Excellent professional

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October 09, 2025

5.0

As a new patient Dr Pyka was extremely kind and put me at ease immediately. I feel confident that I made the right choice!

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Excellent customer service.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka is an excellent cardiologist!

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September 30, 2025

5.0

He's a top guy, professional, and good to see him back healthy gave her recommendation to all my friends and family

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Listens to me. Thorough in explaining.Friendly Csring

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September 27, 2025

4.0

I appreciate that there's a mechanism in place to get follow-up appointments scheduled around the time they're supposed to be scheduled. Otherwise, he'd be completely booked all the time and we could never get an appointment. I also appreciate that unlike many of his colleagues, he's willing to be flexible about the guidelines for managing the risks to heart health. In my father's case (the patient), he had serious adverse effects after being pressured into taking statins at high doses by cardiologists citing "the guidelines." Dr. Pyka has been understanding of this and looked for other solutions.

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September 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka is awesome I've known him for many, many years and he is just so thoughtful and kind...Best Doctor!!

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September 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka focus on YOU, his patient. Always good, helpful conversations

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September 19, 2025

5.0

Great Doctor!

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September 19, 2025

5.0

He listens, he is smart and well studied, he cares about all of me, not just my heart and he gives me as much time as I need.

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September 19, 2025

5.0

He is extremely knowledgeable, and able to explain things so I can understand what and why he is thinking what's going on with my heart!

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September 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka is caring and listens to his patients!

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September 18, 2025

5.0

Kind, respectful, caring, knowledgeable physician

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September 15, 2025

5.0

Love Dr. Pyka, caring, reassuring, good listener.

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September 15, 2025

5.0

He is a brilliant doctor, with a great personality to match.

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June 30, 2025

5.0

I felt he has a lot of experience and he is very knowledgeable.

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June 17, 2025

5.0

He was very thorough and explained our issues in terms we could understand.

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June 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Pyka is caring and kind and a great doctor. We trust him completely. My family goes to him. He is the BEST!

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June 11, 2025

5.0

friendly doctor

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June 10, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, did not rush me or speak down.

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June 10, 2025

5.0

We love dr Pyka. He is the best ,

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June 09, 2025

5.0

Same as above. Additionally the medication prescribed seem to be working. My moms blood pressure was so much better these past few days and she said she feels better!

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June 09, 2025

5.0

Patient oriented with well established manners with heart expertise.

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June 09, 2025

5.0

He is incredibly knowledgeable about all things dealing with the heart but does not speak jargon.

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June 08, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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June 05, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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June 04, 2025

5.0

Have been going to him for a long time, very knowledgeable and very nice

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June 03, 2025

5.0

Very easy to have a conversation and he is very professional and knowledgeable

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June 02, 2025

5.0

He listens to you and is genuinely interested in how you are feeling he always is kind and has your health as a first priority.

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June 02, 2025

5.0

Very personable and explained everything well

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May 30, 2025

5.0

He is great

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May 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Pyka was very easy to talk to. He gave me very good information and explained things in a way I could understand.

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May 26, 2025

5.0

He is the best!

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May 22, 2025

5.0

Great manner. Confident, listens and explains. Very engaging.

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May 22, 2025

5.0

He was on time, didn't leave me waiting endlessly like other doctors I have had. He was very thorough with his explanations. He made sure that all of my questions were answered.

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May 22, 2025

5.0

He was professional, thorough, and patient.

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May 21, 2025

5.0

Highly recommended

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