Martha T. McGraw, MD

Martha T. McGraw, MD

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Primary Specialty

Movement Disorders

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Augusta University Medical College of Georgia - 1997
Internship:
Medical College of Georgia - 1998
Residency:
Brown University - 2001
Fellowships:
Brown University - 2002
Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island - 2003

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December 14, 2016

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Health System Clinician, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

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5.0
5.0 

451 Ratings

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August 23, 2021

5.0

I already have recommended her many times to friends at my Copley Parkinsons’ class. (See my answer above.) Dr. McGraw knows so much about the disease, the medications, surgeries, etc. and she LISTENS!!!

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August 17, 2021

5.0

Doctor McGraw takes the time to really listen to the patient, explain the problems and offer real solutions

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August 17, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGraw has always been extremely thorough and taken her time with us, both to listen and to educate.

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August 13, 2021

5.0

She is very good at what she does.

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August 10, 2021

5.0

Dr McGraw is both competent and caring. She also listens to her patients

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August 10, 2021

4.0

I like the time she gives me

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July 30, 2021

5.0

Dr. Mcgraw is very knowledgeable and caring.

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July 26, 2021

5.0

She is caring and knowledgeable about Parkinsons. She also spends time with you to understand your needs and what you need to deal with this disease.

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July 20, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring

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July 20, 2021

5.0

Outstanding care.

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July 16, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGraw has been my husband’s MDS for almost ten years. His Parkinson’s journey has been a roller coaster and she has always given him outstanding care. She listens and I feel, as his primary caregiver, that we are a team.

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July 13, 2021

5.0

Very caring and concerned. Easy to talk to and speaks where I can understand.

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July 13, 2021

5.0

Dr McGraw listens and is the most caring Dr I have ever had.

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June 23, 2021

5.0

Competence, patient care

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June 22, 2021

5.0

Blends deep knowledge of PD with kind concern for the patient.

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June 10, 2021

5.0

Very comforting and knowledgeable, takes time to individualize treatment regimen, thorough, doesn’t make you feel rushed.

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June 09, 2021

5.0

I have dealt with her for some years, and have never, ever had any issues.....

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June 09, 2021

5.0

Very warm

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June 08, 2021

5.0

She takes takes time to listen. After the examination she makes good suggestions as to outcomes. Besides that she has an excellent “bedside manner�. Am pleased to have her as my Neurologist.

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June 08, 2021

5.0

She is the best, for a long time.

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June 02, 2021

5.0

She listens, takes time to understand how I feel and looks for solutions to make it better.

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June 01, 2021

5.0

Intuitive to my issues

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June 01, 2021

5.0

A caring & understanding doctor.

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May 27, 2021

5.0

Dr Martha McGraw telephoned me at 7 pm to let me know there was an opening the following morning at 8 am. They are very concerned about their patients well being. The neurological exam was extremely thorough. Dr McGraw explained everything in great deal and never rushed me when I had questions.

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May 25, 2021

5.0

Dr McGraw takes the positive time to research her medical knowledge to help you.

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May 18, 2021

5.0

she’s a physician wise beyond her years.

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May 18, 2021

5.0

She's a phenomenal doctor... very caring, compassionate, knowledgeable, and professional. You coukfn’t ask for a better physician

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May 13, 2021

5.0

She is professional in every way. Knowledge, communication, professional as it gets.

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May 12, 2021

5.0

She takes time and asks relevant questions and gives advice when I have asked for it.

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May 04, 2021

5.0

Very nice and knowledgeable

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May 03, 2021

5.0

Doesn’t rush, listens to patient.

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May 03, 2021

5.0

Dr McGraw is a knowledgeable Doctor and provides adequate information to her patient. She attentive listen to patient’s concerns in order to provide her advice. She is humble and make you feel more relax and comfortable during the medical visit.

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April 29, 2021

5.0

She explained in common language what my options would be

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April 28, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGraw is an excellent doctor. She is professional patient and compassionate. She makes me feel as though she has all the time in the world for me

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April 23, 2021

5.0

Smiles and laughter. She cares.

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April 20, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGraw is so professional, positive, and caring. She takes her time to visit with us, listen to us, and always answers our questions. She is very thorough and knowledgeable which makes us feel blessed to have such wonderful trustworthy care!

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April 18, 2021

5.0

takes the time to answer all my questions. i never feel rushed during my appointments. is very caring and understanding of parkinson’s. she is very highly recommended from several people in my support group.

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April 16, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable and Professional

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April 12, 2021

5.0

Very experienced listen and answered all the questions very nice and helpful keep up good work

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April 12, 2021

5.0

She knows a lot about Parkinson.

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April 10, 2021

5.0

I have received kind and compassionate care

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April 06, 2021

5.0

She always listens to addresses my concerns. Each time she examines me thoroughly. Dr. McGraw thinks ahead to what problems I might encounter and works to minimize them.

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March 31, 2021

5.0

Very caring and patient doctor very thorough

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March 26, 2021

5.0

Excellent doctor and very knowledgeable and expert in Parkinson’s disease

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March 26, 2021

5.0

I have referred several people to Dr. McGraw. I just tell people she is the best in the field.l

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March 25, 2021

5.0

Thorough, and concerning. Very warm and pleasant

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March 25, 2021

5.0

Personable and caring. I never feel rushed.

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March 22, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGraw is incredible! She answers every question and takes time. I never feel like I’m rushed!

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March 16, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable, empathetic, listens to me!

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March 16, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable friendly

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March 15, 2021

4.0

She is an excellent neurologist and a very kind and patient person.

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March 15, 2021

5.0

In addition to being an excellent doctor, Martha McGraw has a great personality and the ability to make “not so good news�acceptable.

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March 14, 2021

5.0

Dr, Mc Graw is the best and she is always happy and smiling. That means a lot when you are feeling a little down or having a bad day. She is very thorogh.

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March 12, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGrow is very professional and nice.

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March 08, 2021

5.0

I’ve been seeing Dr. McGraw for a number of years. She is extremely well qualified, thorough and takes an interest in all aspects of my life to set the best course of treatment.

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March 08, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGraw has been very good to me since I was diagnose with pd in 2013. She has kept me moving and in good health.

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March 08, 2021

5.0

She has been my doctor for a few years . After seeing many specialists she was the first to diagnose my disease accurately and has been treating me ever since. Always listening to me and prescribing the best possible treatment.

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March 08, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGraw is very thorough, very willing to listen and answers all of my questions.

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March 06, 2021

5.0

She is a favorite!

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March 04, 2021

5.0

Very good bedside manner. Accommodated my needs even in an emergency situation. Very gentle and very thorough.

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March 02, 2021

5.0

Friendly, personable

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March 02, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGraw is very caring, kind and thorough. Her medical assistant is also wonderful.

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February 28, 2021

5.0

She really knows what she is doing! I trust her

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February 24, 2021

5.0

I refer Dr. McGraw, as well as the entire neurology department all the time. See my answer above.

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February 19, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGraw is brilliant at tailoring treatment to each patient’s individual needs. My quality of life has improved markedly in her care.

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February 17, 2021

5.0

Caring and attentiveness

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February 15, 2021

5.0

Thoroughness, professionalism

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February 14, 2021

5.0

one of the best in the neurology science.

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February 12, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGraw is very kind and competent. She is super smart and can explain things in easy to understand language. She has a good sense of humor.

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February 10, 2021

5.0

Very competent, caring and personable.

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February 09, 2021

5.0

She is the only doctor I have ever been to who has really been an advocate for my health and well-being

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February 01, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable. Thorough. Caring. I can't imagine anyone doing it better.

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January 27, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGraw took the time to answer any thoroughly. Made me feel very comfortable.

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January 27, 2021

5.0

I think this was addressed in the above question.

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January 26, 2021

5.0

She is knowledgeable and kind. I appreciate her direct communication style. She also has a good sense of humor.

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January 25, 2021

5.0

She is keeping me in great condition!

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January 25, 2021

5.0

Very compassionate and friendly.

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January 25, 2021

5.0

Martha McGraw is the best!

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January 24, 2021

5.0

Always listens

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January 19, 2021

5.0

Highly concerned, about how much your way of living is.

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January 19, 2021

5.0

She is the best.

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January 19, 2021

5.0

Dr. McGraw has the rare combination of brilliance and warmth. I feel beyond blessed to have her as my doctor.

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January 16, 2021

5.0

Very kind, caring and most of all knowledgeable.

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January 13, 2021

5.0

A caring physician who views the whole picture.

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January 11, 2021

5.0

She has improved my quality of life

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January 08, 2021

5.0

her leadership and the staff under her

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January 04, 2021

5.0

Very thorough

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December 30, 2020

5.0

She is wonderful in caring for your health needs, she listens and responds to your concerns with ways to improve your life.

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December 21, 2020

5.0

Very friendly and knowledgeable professional

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December 14, 2020

5.0

I have confidence in Dr. McGraw.

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December 12, 2020

5.0

Again great respect for her. I have complete trust in her.

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December 08, 2020

5.0

Knowledgeable, caring, experienced good listener

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December 07, 2020

5.0

Dr McGraw has always been thoughtful in her approach to my care. Her nurse Becky is fantastic. The entire process with both of them is wonderful.

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December 07, 2020

5.0

I have had the pleasure of being a patient of Dr McGraw for over a decade. She is a professional, first and foremost. She has helped me to deal with my medical issues of upper limb spasticity, with quarterly treatments over the years, and has kept me going strong... Keep up the great work.

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December 03, 2020

5.0

Dr. McGraw is the rare combination of brilliance and kindness. I feel she truly cares about me and is committed to giving me the best care possible.

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December 02, 2020

5.0

She really knows what she’s doing! I completely trust her

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November 29, 2020

5.0

Dr McGraw really takes time to ask questions and try to figure out the best plan of action. You feel like she really cares about her patients.

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November 28, 2020

5.0

Doc very knowledgeable professional compassionate

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November 27, 2020

5.0

She is knowledgeable , kind , cheerful and gives her full attention to her patient . She encourages you to call for any problem or questions.

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November 15, 2020

5.0

She takes time with the patient, listens to the patient, makes the patient feel that he"she is important.

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  • Adamas Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
  • Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (formerly Impax Laboratories)
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  • Teva Neuroscience, Inc.
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