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Patrick E. Onkka, MD

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1353 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Rheumatology

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Ankylosing Spondylitis/Axial Spondyloarthritis
Crystal Arthritis
General Rheumatology
Polymyositis/Dermatomyositis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Scleroderma
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Vasculitis

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Indiana University School of Medicine - 2015
Residency:: Rush University Medical Center - 2018
Fellowships:: University of Chicago - 2020

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology - Rheumatology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant Professor, 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:: Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

1353 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 26, 2026

5.0

I'm rescheduling an appointment for myself since I got the date mixed up, and I'm incredibly grateful to him and his team for their excellent service. They are so attentive to their patients. Thank you so much.

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February 25, 2026

5.0

Very kind, thorough, explained his approach, offered time for questions. Great bedside manner

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Dr Onkka is very knowledgeable and compassionate professional.

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February 22, 2026

5.0

Dr Onkka is a very knowledgeable and caring person. I'm glad I found him several years ago.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Dr Onkka is wonderful. He takes time and listens to you. Extremely knowledgeable.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

He is a very kind and smart person

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Dr Onkka was very nice and thorough, and gave me far more of his time than I am used to receiving from doctor visits.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Paul Onkka was quite thorough with my consultation and examination. His questions and responses to mine were excellent.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Fantastic knowledge base and great interpersonal manner

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Dr was very thorough, explained everything extremely well, and answered all questions and gave clear instructions.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Dr. Onkka was extremely thorough and was absolutely prepared for my consultation. Very knowledgeable and personable and easy to talk to. Felt like I was chatting with my brother, in a positive way. First explained the steps of the consult but answered questions throughout. Made me feel at ease and spelled out a plan that we were both comfortable with doing.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Easy to talk to. Efficient service.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

I feel hi pay attention and try the best for me

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Dr. Onkka listens well and really cares about his patients. He is kind, super intelligent, and highly skilled. I couldn't have had a better experience from start to finish.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Dr Onkka is very thorough and compassionate. He asks questions and listens to you. He explains everything that he is going to do.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

He listens and discusses multiple options

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Professional and friendly

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Onkka is very knowledgeable about my condition and I feel I am being treated and watched over well.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Doctor is kind, thorough and informative. He makes you feel extremely comfortable and confident.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

He takes the time to listen and help me,

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Professional, always on time, never feel rushed, friendly and human.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable.

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Dr. Onkka is an excellent doctor. He listens and gives clear, supportive medical advice. He explains and discusses a medical plan. He answers all questions and responds to concerns. Any necessary follow up is discussed. I feel fortunate to have Dr. Onkka as my doctor.

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December 25, 2025

5.0

He's straight forward and speaks in understandable terms.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Onkka is very thorough and cares about his patients, ensuring the treatment plan is safe and adjusting as necessary. I'm grateful for the time and effort he puts in, and feel heard.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Fantastic doctor.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgeable, patient, and an excellent listener. He is willing to adapt to my concerns and to suggest new solutions. He makes my life much easier, and I feel my health is better since I began working with him.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

See above. He got my PMR in remission.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Is very knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely concerned about my health.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Dr Onkkar was very thorough and explained everything very well.

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December 14, 2025

5.0

I am very happy with Dr. Onkka as my rheumatologist. He has provided excellent care and treatment.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

A very kind and caring physician.

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December 06, 2025

5.0

He's done everything right so far,

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December 03, 2025

5.0

Did not rush the appointment. Asked many questions.

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November 27, 2025

5.0

He was kind and patient. He tried hard to get to the bottom of what is going on with me. He took his time and he let me ask questions.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Professional and courteous

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Good listener

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November 18, 2025

5.0

He is both patient and a good listener. He is knowledgeable about my disease.. i trust that he is providing good care as we try to manage my medical condition together.

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November 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Onkka is very patient and takes the time to explain everything. He is very responsive to all inquiries.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Very attentive, and on point. He gives me great confidence in the treatment of my condition.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Convenient, Takes my insurance, knowledgeable

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Onkka is great!! He really takes the time to explain everything and answers any question.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

He is nice and listens well. Staff says he ALWAYS runs on time. It would be nice if he was not scheduled every 15 minutes, but that is not his decision.

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Respectful and explains when question are been asked.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Kind, knowledgeable, listens well.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

I am truly grateful to have found Dr Onkka and to be under his care! Doctors like him are very rare to find,

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November 01, 2025

5.0

Dr Onkka makes you feel very important. Easy to talk about how I feel

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October 28, 2025

5.0

He was very caring and understanding what was going on with me he explained everything answered all my questions and was very friendly

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October 28, 2025

5.0

He was very thorough with his questions for a new patient. I did not feel at all rushed which happens all too frequently.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Because he sent me a message as soon my blood test was done and he explains everything very well

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October 23, 2025

5.0

He was fine. I think.

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October 22, 2025

5.0

Excellent communication skills

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October 22, 2025

5.0

He takes his time to really listen to his patients. He certainly instills a great positive vibe as far as possibility for improvements in a patients potential for healing. His explanation of procedures moving forward are very thorough. I have a great feeling of confidence in his practice.

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October 22, 2025

5.0

Love the quality of service

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October 21, 2025

5.0

He's amazing!

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October 19, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgeable, responsive and watchful of my numbers

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October 18, 2025

5.0

His competence is excellent but also he has the ability to share his knowledge with the patient in a comprehensive and succinct manner. The human, caring aspect of his care is ever present. Communication is so good and makes me feel very much involved in the plan of care.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Authentic....

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Onkka is attentive and explains everything and takes his time.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

He takes interest in his patients and try's his best to prescribe the correct Medication for my individual needs.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, kind, friendly and respectful of his time and mine.

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October 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Onkka is the best!

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Very thoughtful, considerate, and professional. Answers all my questions and great detail.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Again his really good doctor

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September 29, 2025

5.0

He remembers your information and is very caring and informative.

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September 27, 2025

5.0

He wonderful doctor and he listen to what you have to say and he try to help you as much as he can.

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September 25, 2025

5.0

I think he is thorough and he takes his time.

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Knowledge

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Onkka took the time that was need to answer all my questions about my medications.

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September 21, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and nice

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September 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Onkka is very helpful, responsive and professional.

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September 19, 2025

5.0

Dr was knowledgeable and took time to listen to concerns. He answered all my questions.

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September 18, 2025

5.0

Extremely professional and thorough. Explained why certain questions were being asked and terminology used.

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September 18, 2025

5.0

Highly recommended by other Doctors DrOnkka was kind understanding and performed blood work X-rays and was extremely knowledgeable.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Very comprehensive in his diagnostic processes.

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September 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Onkka is great healer, I would highly recommend him to my friends.

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September 14, 2025

5.0

He is a very friendly doctor that likes the way he explains everything to you.

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September 10, 2025

5.0

I feel about 90% better 2 weeks later.

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and caring. Great with patients

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September 04, 2025

5.0

Excellent care and attention.

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August 28, 2025

5.0

Dr Onkka was thorough and patient. Explained everything in detail and answered all my questions. Very kind and knowledgeable doctor.

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August 27, 2025

5.0

Dr Onkka is very knowledgeable and caring

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Does his homework. Is kind, personal and always professional. He is also a good listener!

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August 25, 2025

5.0

Thorough, patient, professional

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August 22, 2025

5.0

Kind and thoughtful.

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August 22, 2025

5.0

Compassionate and knowledgeable

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August 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Onkka is awesome! No matter what your concerns are, he will not give up on you

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August 17, 2025

5.0

very caring doctor

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August 15, 2025

5.0

Stray forward, informative and kind. Caring to the pain of the desease

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August 14, 2025

5.0

Speaks clearly and answers all questions.

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August 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Onkka is thorough and he didn't rush through my visit. Answered all my question.

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August 08, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and great with his patients

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August 08, 2025

5.0

He was great

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August 01, 2025

5.0

Very attentive , made you comfortable, patience with me , explained everything clearly.

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August 01, 2025

5.0

He is the best. So attentive. Has a wonderful bedside manner

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July 31, 2025

5.0

Very professional, responsive and friendly.

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July 31, 2025

5.0

Dr. Onkka is thorough, answers my questions, and has a wonderful, friendly manner. A seemingly small thing, like remembering the name of my cat, conveys respect and caring.

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July 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Onkka listens, provides education on my conditions, and includes me in my care plan.

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July 29, 2025

5.0

He really listened to my concerns and issues. It was a very thorough appointment and he did not try to rush me.

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Disclosures

Patrick E. Onkka, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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