Alison Cromwell, MD

Alison Cromwell, MD

4.9 
1254 ratings  Read Reviews
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Internal Medicine

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 1995
Residency:
University of Chicago - 1998

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (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:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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4.9
4.9 

1254 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

She’s caring, never rushes you, takes time to explain or answer your questions

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April 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Cromwell crafts a much appreciated health care and wellness plan on a regular basis

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April 21, 2024

5.0

Excellent care for a variety of issues.

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April 21, 2024

5.0

She has been our Doctor for 25 years, and we’re hoping for another 25!

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April 20, 2024

5.0

responsive and great bedside manner

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April 20, 2024

5.0

Good doctor

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Great doctor!

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Cromwell has been and continues to be right on top of my medical needs. She’s friendly, compassionate and an expert internist.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

She is just great, hands down!!!! I am a long term “customer” and she has always served me well, through numerous health issues. Her no nonsense approach works very well for mel

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April 08, 2024

5.0

She is a good communicator and seems to care about her patients.

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April 06, 2024

5.0

she's been my primary care for 16 years. direct no nonsense personality. offers range of treatments when appropriate.

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April 05, 2024

5.0

professionalism, empathy

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Cromwell took her time reviewing my chart. She made sure she checked off everything that needs to be addressed. She took time to explain and connect with me. I’ve always appreciated that about Dr. Cromwell.

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Dr Cromwell is outstanding. I trust her and feel very cared for during our visits. She is so smart and offers great good health guidance. She is thorough and a great listener. I respect her too. All good!

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March 29, 2024

5.0

She explains my options thoroughly and includes me in the treatment plan. She is friendly and highly knowledgeable.

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March 28, 2024

5.0

Knowledge, listens to everything, has an answer/suggestion for all my concerns, mannerism

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March 27, 2024

5.0

Very satisfied

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March 04, 2024

5.0

I’m extremely lucky and grateful to have such a wonderful doctor as Dr. Cromwell

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Always excellent

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March 03, 2024

5.0

She is persoable and knows her stuff!

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February 29, 2024

5.0

Her depth of knowledge is vast and her patient care is second to none. It took me a long time to find a doctor I trust and who I felt legitimately had my best interest at heart. Dr. Cromwell is the best.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

She is the best.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

I love Dr. Cromwell. She's caring and seems to listen to my concerns

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Wish I could give her 10+++! She is so wise and skilled in her medical care. In addition, she is the kindest most patient doctor anyone could ask for.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

She’s extremely thorough and attentive and makes sure you are completely taken care of

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February 16, 2024

5.0

10 years of a doctor advice

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Cromwell was unbelievably thorough and really took the time to go over all my health concerns even though I’m not her regular patient and I was seeing her for the first time. She provided me with an unmatched level of patient care and attention. Most providers at your practice seemed very rush and antsy to get to the next patient - Not Dr. Cromwell!! She took the time to listen to me and I felt respected and genuinely cared for. Please recognize her extraordinary patient care.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Cromwell is great! She is knowledgeable, listens to my concern and explains every question I have. I feel that I am in good hand under her care.

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February 09, 2024

5.0

She listens, is knowledgable and always gives solid recommendations.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

She is vey thorough and listens to your issues I never feel rushed She treats all of my ailments

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February 08, 2024

5.0

She's attentive and competent

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Comprehensive and kind.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

She’s a wonderful doctors She’s concerned about all of my health issues.

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February 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Cromwell is takes time to listen and educate, is responsive, and develops a multipronged treatment plan with me.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

She listens and explains

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. C listens, give clear instructions, and makes time to talk over concerns.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

She is always so great about teaching you why we are following a certain treatment plan

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January 25, 2024

5.0

She takes the time for as long a visit as you need.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Responsiveness to my questions and concerns; expertise and availability

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January 23, 2024

5.0

Good doctor with a good staff

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Expertise, patience, empathy, communication skills, bedside manner, follow-through

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January 22, 2024

5.0

She spends time with you to make sure all of your issues are addressed and your questions answered.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Very smart, good listener, keeps me healthy

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Conscientious and thorough

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Extremely responsive to inquiries; deep knowledge of issues I may have; when a specialist is necessary, she promptly handles referrals to excellent specialists

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January 15, 2024

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr Cromwell for a long time and I know when I go to her she will know what my problem is has she has such an extensive knowledge in her field. She also has been able to find other problems I've had and knows right away who to refer me to to work with me on that situation. Any questions that I asked for she is always able to give me a very excellent explanation and one that any patient could understand.

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January 15, 2024

5.0

She explains options thoroughly and includes me in the decision-making process. It is obvious she keeps up with the latest developments in medication and treatment protocols.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

She’s very knowledgeable, she’s very patient and kind and takes time to understand your entire whole health situation

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Thorough and spends the needed time with you.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Cromwell is direct, knowledgeable, thorough, and efficient.

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Very through and thoughtful

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January 07, 2024

5.0

Alison explains options and involves me in my medical decisions. She is competent, compassionate and gives me enough time to explain how I am feeling.

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Great doctor!

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December 27, 2023

5.0

Very through and easy to talk to

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December 26, 2023

5.0

Extremely friendly and caring.

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December 26, 2023

5.0

Very happy with her and staff

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Cromwell is literally a life saver! Every patient is lucky to have her.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

She’s practical and thorough. She asks pertinent questions about my health and it is obvious that she cares about me.

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December 18, 2023

5.0

She is great.

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Dr. Cromwell is an outstanding doctor and I have been in her care for a very long time. She is always able to diagnose very quickly whatever problem I might be coming to see her with besides just an appointment for my annual physical exam. She also responds to me in a very timely manner when I have responded to her with an email. She also explains to me very well about different situations I've had. I recommend her highly to anyone I know.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

She will talk straight with you and listen to your concerns and thoughts.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Dr Cromwell is an excellent doctor and good communicator.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Cromwell explains options thoroughly, invites my input and is warm and supportive. She is also extremely current on the newest protocols.

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December 04, 2023

5.0

See above. Dr. Cromwell is what I hope for from Northwestern and it is very satisfying to me to have her as my doctor.

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December 01, 2023

5.0

Competency, integrity, intelligence, very thorough

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Dr. Cromwell is an exceptional Dr. Who cares for her patients!!!! I love her!

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Expertise, communication skills, superb follow-through, good listener, empathetic.

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November 18, 2023

5.0

She’s patient with you and gives you time to talk without feeling rushed. She’s very thorough with my visits.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

Takes time with patient and provides excellent care

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Thorough, informative and compassionate care!!

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Cromwell takes time to answer all my questions, explains medical issues well and follows up when necessary afterwards.

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November 10, 2023

5.0

She is the best

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November 10, 2023

5.0

SHE CARES ABOUT HER PATIENTS

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Dr. Cromwell is a caring and knowledgeable doctor who has taken care of my brother and myself for many years and we’re extremely grateful and satisfied with her services.

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November 09, 2023

5.0

Smart

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November 08, 2023

5.0

Excellent caring though care

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable. professional, committed, excellent communicator!!

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November 02, 2023

5.0

Very attentive and kind with great information

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November 02, 2023

5.0

She’s attentive and you never feel rushed

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November 01, 2023

5.0

I’ve been with Dr.Cromwell for over 20 years. I have recommended her to a number of people. My sister is now going to her and is equally happy.

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October 26, 2023

5.0

Listens and really helps

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Dr. Cromwell deserves more than a 10! She is kind, listens to her patient’s’ concerns, and provides top notch medical care. It doesn’t get better than Dr. Cromwell!

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Cromwell is through, efficient, smart and compassionate

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October 24, 2023

5.0

Attentive… thorough

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October 24, 2023

5.0

So personable, warm, genuine, informative, helpful, caring

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October 21, 2023

5.0

Dr Cromwell listens well and answers my questions directly and succinctly

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October 20, 2023

5.0

Competent

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October 19, 2023

5.0

Though caring ...really looks out for my health

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October 16, 2023

5.0

Good listener

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October 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Cromwell is so understanding and caring. Always answers any questions and makes you feel good.

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October 11, 2023

5.0

She is professional caring smart etc

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October 10, 2023

5.0

I appreciate Dr Cromwell’s thoroughness, her willingness to discuss various topics, explain treatments and options. She's great, I'm hair to have her as my GP

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October 10, 2023

5.0

She has a long term perspective on my health and medical needs. Her clear explanations of disease and treatment are very helpful to me.

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October 09, 2023

5.0

Dr Cromwell is patient, clinically adept, and thorough. I appreciate her knowledge, questions, attentiveness to all aspects of health, and follow-up (personally and with her team, including LaTasha, via MyChart).

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October 06, 2023

5.0

Incredible doctor

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October 02, 2023

5.0

Attentive

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September 22, 2023

5.0

She’s perfection

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September 22, 2023

5.0

She is an excellent doctor

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September 13, 2023

5.0

Good listener, clear explanations & instructions, personable

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Disclosures

Alison Cromwell, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

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