Jonathan D. Rich, MD

Jonathan D. Rich, MD

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Primary Specialty

Heart Failure and Heart Transplantation

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Practice Focus Areas

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University - 2004
Residency:
Brigham and Women's Hospital - 2007
Fellowships:
University of Chicago - 2010
University of Chicago - 2011

Media

Meet The Doctor 1:29
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March 03, 2014

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Physician Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

229 Ratings

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March 25, 2022

5.0

Took me early for my appointment. Very personable.

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March 25, 2022

5.0

Very professional.

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March 24, 2022

5.0

Very professional and thorough

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March 17, 2022

5.0

Very capable, a pleasure to talk to. Inspires confidence.

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March 17, 2022

5.0

Because he was very informative

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March 17, 2022

5.0

The best improvement to my quality of life

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March 17, 2022

5.0

Dr Rich is absolutely the best professional

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March 17, 2022

5.0

He is a nice kind understanding breaks things down to you so you can understand it so I would definitely recommend him to anyone

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March 09, 2022

5.0

I trust him.

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Rich is truly a professional and instills confidence in my treatment plan. He's encouraging, knowledgable, and tells it like it is in terms I can understand.

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February 24, 2022

5.0

He is pleasant, knowledgeable, and listens to the patient.

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February 24, 2022

5.0

He is the best cardiologist we have seen so far. Very thankful we found him

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February 22, 2022

5.0

He’s an excellent dr

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February 07, 2022

5.0

common sense care

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February 03, 2022

5.0

He knows what he is doing

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January 27, 2022

5.0

Wonderful doctor

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January 22, 2022

4.0

Experience and excellent communication skills.

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January 12, 2022

5.0

Dr Rich is a wonderful cardiologist. I get the full story, explained to me in an easy to understand “language.”

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January 10, 2022

5.0

I trust him as my cardiologist.

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January 07, 2022

5.0

Excellent bedside manner and knowledgeable. It is obvious that he cares for his patients.

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January 02, 2022

5.0

Already recommended Dr Rich on two occasions.

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December 24, 2021

5.0

I am having tests to see if he finds out my particular issues so the jury is still out

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December 20, 2021

5.0

made me feel like he can handle any problem that may arise

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December 11, 2021

5.0

Very informative and I never got the feeling I was getting smoke blown up my rear end!

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December 07, 2021

5.0

Dr. Rich’s recognition not only of me as a patient but his recognition of my humanity.

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December 06, 2021

5.0

He explained things in detail in ways no other doctor has done.

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November 17, 2021

5.0

Great doctor and takes hi time with patients for a better communication

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November 17, 2021

5.0

Dr. Rich seems very personable and extremely knowledgeable with medicines for those having extreme heart disease such as myself. He made you comfortable and communicated his intentions of changing meds if needed,to move forward.

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November 14, 2021

5.0

He is very good doctor, nice and know what he is doing.

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November 10, 2021

5.0

He cares and wants me to feel better

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November 06, 2021

5.0

Very professional

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November 03, 2021

5.0

Very comfortable being with him. He explained the situation and set out a plan that makes sense. Wonderful doctor.

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November 03, 2021

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and will listen to you and any problems you may have.

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October 20, 2021

5.0

Great Doctor

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October 19, 2021

5.0

I am very satisfied with my care

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October 09, 2021

5.0

Is very knowledgeable, professional, easy going and takes an interest his patients well being.

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October 08, 2021

5.0

A caring compassionate professional. Takes the time to make sure all my concerns are addressed. Trust him with my life.

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October 04, 2021

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr. Stuart Rich for over 37 years and was very glad to hear his son Dr. Jonathan Rich is also in his field. He is as very kind and courteous. Just like his father I feel very comfortable and will continue to see him and refer him. Happy Birthday to his father Dr. Stuart Rich! 🎂

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September 14, 2021

5.0

I appreciate the time and care he gave me, and would recommend him to others.

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September 05, 2021

5.0

What a great doctor and person. He made me feel at ease and answered all my questions in a way that I understood. Great visit.

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September 01, 2021

5.0

Great bedside manner . Very easy to talk with puts me at ease every time

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August 13, 2021

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and compassionate.

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August 08, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable and thoughtful

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August 05, 2021

5.0

He has taken great care of me for the last 3 years

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August 02, 2021

5.0

Has great listings skills. Explains options, just very confident in him.

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July 25, 2021

5.0

He is the best

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July 25, 2021

5.0

He is a good doctor.

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June 24, 2021

5.0

Strong confidence level in his skills. His approach feels engaged and gives me confidence.

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June 23, 2021

5.0

Dr. Rich was very attentive and listening to all of my mom's concerns. Didn't rush us and wanted to make sure he was there for her and what she wanted and needed done.

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June 17, 2021

5.0

Very personable. Explains well and answers questions

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June 16, 2021

5.0

Knowledge, professionalism, sensitivity to the patient.

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May 24, 2021

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable, considerate, and took action.

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May 24, 2021

5.0

Dr Rich saved my life 9 plus years ago when my heart failure was very severe after a heart attack. He is always upbeat and asks me how everything is going. He is always open for questions, and gives straight answers that I can understand. Don't let him leave! His Nurses are wonderful, kind and professional. The office seems well run.

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May 19, 2021

5.0

He is very knowledgeable, kind, with a great sense of humor. He is so smart, he put me on medication that has helped me be able to get back to the way I used to be. He is a wonderful doctor!!!

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May 16, 2021

5.0

First he was Dr McDreamy!! He was extremely kind, knowledgeable, spoke in language I could understand. Answered my questions and I knew I could trust him to do what was best for me.

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May 12, 2021

5.0

He gave us clear cut information about my medical issues.

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May 12, 2021

5.0

Easy fit to relate too

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April 30, 2021

5.0

Extremely caring and empathic. Understood my concerns and devised a plan.

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April 26, 2021

3.0

Not accomadating

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April 21, 2021

5.0

Very friendly and seemed to actually care about my health and how I feel, both physically and mentally.

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April 20, 2021

5.0

So does he

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March 25, 2021

5.0

He was very helpful ,careful, and conserning.

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March 24, 2021

5.0

The best

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March 21, 2021

5.0

he's very personable and easy to talk to.

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March 17, 2021

5.0

Dr Rich answered every question I had & I feel much better about treatment moving ahead

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February 18, 2021

5.0

Again, Dr Rich explain everything to me so I could understand.

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February 14, 2021

5.0

Very approachable and well versed.

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February 08, 2021

5.0

Thorough and personable

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February 07, 2021

5.0

Great personality, and very knowledgeable and understanding. Had a treatment plan ready to start.

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February 03, 2021

5.0

Nice, good bedside manner and care about hiss patient

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February 03, 2021

5.0

Dr Rich is knowledgeable, honest, reassuring and approachable. He cares deeply about his patients and he gave us as much time as we needed. I will be sure to recommend him to others.

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February 02, 2021

5.0

Excelente, sus atenciones, explicando y contestando todas las preguntas y preocupaciones. Primera vez con el doctor Rich y me sentí a gusto con él.

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January 24, 2021

5.0

He is an outstanding cardiologist.

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January 22, 2021

5.0

Relates well

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January 08, 2021

5.0

Our first meeting was over the phone he was very patient he asked questions a lot of questions and addressed my concerns and just seem to really focus on what I was saying and what my needs were

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January 08, 2021

5.0

I trust Dr Rich and truly believe that my heart is stronger since I have been under his care.

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January 04, 2021

5.0

He’s kind and explains everything throughly.

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December 24, 2020

5.0

He seems truly caring and is just an amazing doctor to have.

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December 16, 2020

5.0

The most professional, knowledgeable, caring cardiologist. Sensitive to the patient's needs and questions.

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December 09, 2020

5.0

Dr Rich is an incredibly talented Heart Failure Cardiologist. His bedside manner is absolutely incredible. This is something that is truly important to me. I trust him with my life. Extremely easy to talk to and he ensures all my questions or concerns are addressed!!!

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December 06, 2020

5.0

Easy to talk to cares about my well being prompt scheduling

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December 02, 2020

5.0

Honest, caring, clear and very positive personality with expert advice.

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November 20, 2020

5.0

Extreme knowledge. Logical understandable communication and a kind heart

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November 18, 2020

5.0

Listen to my concerns and gives clear explanation about my health issue

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November 08, 2020

5.0

IN SPITE OF THE FACT IT WAS A PHONE MEETING , I THOUGHT IT WAS VERY THROUGH.

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November 08, 2020

5.0

DR. RICH WAS VERY THROUGH IN HIS QUESTIONING MY CURRENT STATE OF HEALTH.

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November 06, 2020

5.0

I'm a new patient, so far so good seems to be working well

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November 06, 2020

5.0

The people I talk to at Northwestern listen! We usually get things straightened out quick. Sometimes it takes a little longer. The key is patience!

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November 03, 2020

5.0

Excellent cardiologist.

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November 03, 2020

5.0

Excellent doctors and efficient office.

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November 02, 2020

5.0

A+ Number One.

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November 02, 2020

5.0

Dr Jonathan Rich is the best. He has a lovely bedside manner and he truly cares about my well being.

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October 22, 2020

5.0

I came to see Dr Rich for a second opinion and received more information from him in one hour than I received from my prior doctor over the last year. Also, Dr Rich is optimistic and gave me hope!

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October 14, 2020

5.0

Dr. Rich is articulate and honest, he doesn't push unnecessary tests and procedures. I still do miss Stacie Ward as she always did a little extra in taking care of my whole person.

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October 14, 2020

5.0

I have been under Dr. Rich's care for a number of years. He has taken excellent care of my heart issues. I feel very confident having him for my heart failure Doctor.

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September 25, 2020

5.0

The Best

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September 16, 2020

5.0

I liked that he took his time with me and is very pleasant

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September 16, 2020

5.0

I have gotten excellent care there

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September 06, 2020

5.0

Helped to keep me alive for years

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September 06, 2020

5.0

People communicate, and are available

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