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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Ohio State University College of Medicine - 2012
Residency:: University of Chicago - 2015

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
On Medical Staff At:: Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

Ratings and Reviews

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3069 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

I have already recommended her to a few people.

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February 26, 2026

5.0

She is so friendly and thorough

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February 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. Esch is a very caring doctor. When I meet with her she listens so carefully and knows me so well, it's like I'm her only patient!!! (LOL-I know I'm not). She's warm, friendly and I fully trust her!

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February 25, 2026

5.0

Excellent care. Listens to and answers all questions. Dr Esch never rushes you.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Dr Esch is the best !

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February 23, 2026

5.0

She is always very cheerful, kind, and listens to you. She is very knowledgeable as a doctor.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Again - she treats us like people. not numbers!

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February 11, 2026

5.0

She is so kind and caring,and a great listener.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Great personality, knowledgeable, and listens

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February 10, 2026

5.0

She makes you feel comfortable, not rushed very tentative, easy to talk to

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Hate to recommend her since she is so busy.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Conducts thorough examinations. Listens to my concerns, easy to converse with and empathetic.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

She listens, she cares and offers appropriate care. Can't say enough about her.. wish they could clone her so other family members could become her patient!

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February 03, 2026

5.0

She goes out of her way to be an attentive listener to all her patients needs . She has the best considerate manner with her patients- myself and my Mom included. She works to find a solution if there is a medical issue going on and follows up with the patient. She is very caring and the most wonderful doctor I have ever had.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Dr esch is very attentive and compassionate. She actually listens to what her patients have to say.

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Dr Esch is a great doctor however not very accessible. I have mixed feelings. I would recommend a doctor, but the practice.

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February 02, 2026

5.0

As always she patiently listened to my concerns.

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January 31, 2026

5.0

I've been going to Dr.Esch for over 10 years, she is a true delight of a person and an amazing Doctor. Reassuring and kind and always full of information and suggestions.

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January 31, 2026

5.0

For all the reasons listed above. I hope I never lose her as my primary physician.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Wonderful care

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Very caring. Listens to your concerns. Answers questions Thorough physical exam. Did not feel rushed. Felt very comfortable throughout whole visit.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

She is an educated, kind and caring physcian

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Dr. Esch is kind, caring and thorough. Gives me helpful answers to my questions. Enjoy her personality!

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Answered questions clearly.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Pleasant. Explains things.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

She cares so much and is completely checks things out.

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January 25, 2026

5.0

She's fantastic!

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January 24, 2026

5.0

She's very easy to talk to. Doesn't rush through appointments.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Dr Esch is very personable, always listens, and is very willing to discuss your issues.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

She takes an interest in her clients to make sure that everything that needs to be discussed is discussed

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Easy to talk to and answers all questions. Give great explanations

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January 20, 2026

5.0

She has excellent Doctor Patient skills and fully addressed all my concerns and fully explained next steps and assisted in my getting follow up procedures and appointments.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

She always make me feel like we're friends , not doctor and patient.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Esch is the BEST! She takes her time to really listen to her patients, and is very thorough and knowledgeable.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

She takes the time to listen to you and discusses all concerns

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Listens to you and answers questions

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January 08, 2026

5.0

She is the best! She takes her time with her patients, listens well and asks questions and explains things well. Always joyful, helpful, intelligent

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January 07, 2026

5.0

I adore Dr.Esch! She treats me like I'm her friend, she takes all the time I need. She answers every question and she always is thorough and quick!

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Doctor listened and did not rush me at all. Worked with me on decreasing some meds and addressed all my concerns

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Dr. Esch listens and is genuinely interested in your health concerns and questions. She is thorough with her assessment.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Open and direct communication. Provides only necessary details at consumer level.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

She stays with you until you are sure of what was done

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December 30, 2025

5.0

The doctor listened and was very pleasant.

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December 21, 2025

5.0

Great Doctor and takes time to explain everything.

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December 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Esch listened, which is so important. Every patient is important

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December 20, 2025

5.0

she takes the time to answer all my questions

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December 20, 2025

5.0

She is amazingly patient and is so easy to talk to!

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December 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Esch discussed test results from my immediate care visits and developed and planned next steps and treatment.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and gives the patient ample time in the visit.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Esch was very caring and professional. Listened to my concerns.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

I felt completely at ease, and was informed of my testing results in an easy to understand manner.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Super friendly, professional and thorough

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December 16, 2025

5.0

very patient

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December 15, 2025

5.0

She explained my condition (Shingles) to me very clearly. Appreciated very much

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December 09, 2025

5.0

I have already have some friends that I recommended.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

She listens, cares, and I trust her with my care!

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Personable and willing to listen; thorough and sees "the whole person".

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Dr Esche is a wonderful, thorough, and caring individual and care provider. Very happy a friend recommended her when I needed a new primary doctor.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

She is very thorough and takes the time needed to explain things and answer questions.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Omg! Where do I start? Dr. Esch is absolutely amazing!! She is so smart and patient-centered and upbeat and reassuring and knowledgeable and more!! She is everything that I wanted in a doctor and she exceeded my expectations! I can't say enough good things about her!!

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, caring, listens well, offers good anwers for my concerns and questions.

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November 23, 2025

5.0

She is absolutely the best actor I've ever had!! I've never met a better doctor that cares so much about their patients!

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November 23, 2025

5.0

She always listens and provides her expert care . She can figure out most issues and also will direct to other specialists if needed. She has a very upbeat welcoming presence !

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November 22, 2025

5.0

She is very intelligent, caring, thorough and responsive.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Esch is a caring, knowledgeable, very thorough, and compassionate physician. She took the time to listen to my concerns. Northwestern is very lucky to have such a stellar physician on staff.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Esch has great bedside manner and her kindness is everything!

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November 18, 2025

5.0

The best!

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November 18, 2025

5.0

She is great, pleasant, listens, doesn't rush you.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

The best doctor ever

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Esch speaks clearly and explains things in layman's terms.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

This Dr. knows me and has been keeping me alive longer than I thought.

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November 15, 2025

5.0

She really takes her time with you and listens and answers all questions! She is Avery good fit.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

Dr Esch never rushes, she listens to everything before speaking and she works with me in managing my care. I feel fortunate to have her as my primary doctor.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Provides the care I want to receive from a doctor.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

She is a top drawer professional.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

She's great.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Esch is great!

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November 11, 2025

5.0

I have been with Dr.Esch since Dr. Skopec left. She is awesome.I am glad to have her for my primary care.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Esch and her team are very professional and you leave their office knowing that they care about patients.

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November 08, 2025

5.0

As I have said, Dr. Esch is very knowledgeable and helpful.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Dr esch is very thorough and takes the time to listen to your questions and takes the time to explain everything to you. I never feel rushed during appointments

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Very thorough

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November 06, 2025

5.0

She listens and cares

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Esch is a fantastic doctor who takes her time to listen to and take care of patients. She might take a little longer to wait for than some doctors ,but she's totally worth it! I wish more doctors were as kind, compassionate, and caring as she is! I highly recommend her to anyone.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Esch is the best! She truly listens and then responds, she never cuts me off in mid-sentence, she listens all the way and then we go from there. She explains everything clearly so I understand, she takes her time and is very thorough.

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November 02, 2025

5.0

She is very considerate, thorough and explains everything in detail. She is an excellent doctor.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

Needed an appt to clear me for an upcoming surgery and she was able to fit me into her schedule.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

She is simply the best. Pleasant demeanor. Thorough. Great listener.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

She is absolutely the finest, most patient, kind, caring, knowledgeable physician I have ever gone to!

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October 28, 2025

5.0

She takes time and listens

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Esch is the best!!

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October 28, 2025

5.0

She's thorough, professional caring we need to clone her

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable. So easy to discuss items with her.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

So friendly and kind. Takes the time to really listen. Never feel rushed.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Esch is the absolutely the best MD I have gone to! She is everything a great Dr. should be; patient, kind, knowledgeable and professional.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Very caring doctor

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October 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Esch is a good listener and I my leave my appointments with her having my appointments with her having my questions answered. Most of all I don't feel rushed.

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October 25, 2025

5.0

She does a very good job providing care

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Competent, caring, professional doctor.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Esch is warm,,welcoming, caring. She listens with unique insight, takes a rare interest in all aspects of my health. In this & every situation, she proves herself to be worthy of respect, trust & creates in me a desire for my optimal health. She is a highly valued physician. At my age Ive had several good doctors - she's exceptional.

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Lindsay M. Esch, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2025.

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