Robert A. Silverberg, MD

Robert A. Silverberg, MD

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Cardiology

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Practice Focus Areas

  • General Cardiology

Education

Medical Education:
MD, McGill University Faculty of Medicine - 1971
Residency:
Royal Victoria Hospital - 1975
Fellowships:
Royal Victoria Hospital - 1976
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center - 1978

Media

Meet The Doctor 1:31
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August 27, 2013

Languages Spoken

  • French

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (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 Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

96 Ratings

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106 Reviews

November 13, 2020

5.0

He is an amazing knowledgeable cardiologist with great manners

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November 13, 2020

5.0

Excellence in care

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November 11, 2020

5.0

Dr Silverberg is one top notch doctor.! He has directed my care for major heart issues for several years now. I can always count on him for the best professional and compassionate care and advice. I feel blessed to have him as my cardiologist.

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November 11, 2020

5.0

I have always received outstanding care and attention from the doctors and staff of NM Cardiology.

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November 10, 2020

5.0

Does a great job of explaining tests and results. Doesn't seem rushed

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November 10, 2020

5.0

Great care, medical expertise and explanations

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November 07, 2020

5.0

I think he's attentive and knowledgable.

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November 07, 2020

5.0

I feel that Dr. Silverberg is attentive and knowledgable.

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November 05, 2020

5.0

Very thorough and empathetic

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November 05, 2020

5.0

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October 30, 2020

5.0

Very knowledgeable and makes sure your questions are answered.

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October 30, 2020

5.0

Everyone from the calm voiced scheduler to the nurse who called me back to the doctors along the way we're awesome! Very grateful!

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October 30, 2020

5.0

Clear explanations and instructions combined with obvious empathy.

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October 29, 2020

4.0

First visit. He was very thorough.

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October 29, 2020

4.0

Great medical care.

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October 28, 2020

5.0

He always takes his time explaining things and making sure I understand. He really knows cardiology.

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October 28, 2020

5.0

I feel that the care I get is very good. I only want the best team looking after my heart health.

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October 27, 2020

5.0

Experienced, good bedside manner.

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October 27, 2020

5.0

Empathy, professionalism, clarity of patient education by Dr Silverberg

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October 18, 2020

5.0

Dr Silverberg is an extremely knowledgable physician and explains everything in words I can understand.

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October 13, 2020

5.0

Excellent Doctor

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October 13, 2020

5.0

Good environment Excellent physician (Dr Silverberg)

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October 06, 2020

5.0

knowledgeable, upbeat

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October 06, 2020

5.0

excellent organization, professionalism

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October 06, 2020

5.0

Friendly, patient with questions, understanding of personal issue

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October 06, 2020

5.0

Timely visit. Straightforward communication

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October 04, 2020

5.0

Dr. Robert Silverberg is the epitome of what a GREAT Cardiologist is all about. Over many years of being Dr. Silverberg patient he has consistently shown me is a vast knowledge as a cardiologist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Dr. Silverberg has the greatest sense of compassion, concern and demeanor when it comes to treating his patients. Dr. Silverberg ALWAYS gives each patient the HIGHEST PATIENT CARE LEVEL any patient would hope to receive at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Dr. Silverberg is a TOTALLY AWESOME CARDIOLOGIST !!!!

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October 03, 2020

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable physician with a great bedside manner

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October 03, 2020

5.0

The excellent results from my cardiac care

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October 03, 2020

5.0

Excellent doctor. Really explains in simple terms your medicine how it works. Also listens. Any question is answered.

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October 03, 2020

5.0

Great surgeons. Top notch. Explain everything. Sympathetic

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October 03, 2020

5.0

Very knowledgeable and accessible.

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October 03, 2020

5.0

The care I received was excellent.

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October 02, 2020

5.0

The entire team is professional, compassionate, and truly caring.

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October 02, 2020

5.0

Very kind, knowledgeable, and made sure I was taken care of for surgery. Always explains everything throughly .Any concerns I can always contact him.

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October 01, 2020

5.0

Exelent Doctor

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October 01, 2020

5.0

Exelent service

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September 29, 2020

5.0

He was great.

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September 29, 2020

5.0

I really like the doc. My only complaint is that a copay was requested but I'd have to go to another office and wait to get a receipt with a procedure code

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September 28, 2020

5.0

MD knowledgeable and good listener. excellent bedside manner

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September 23, 2020

5.0

He's professional and listens to my concerns and doesn't rush me

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September 23, 2020

5.0

Always professional

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September 22, 2020

5.0

He really knows his business.

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September 22, 2020

5.0

All the people I have seen there are highly competent and professional.

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September 16, 2020

5.0

Dr Silverberg is a fantastic doctor. He is always professional, informative, and very caring Physician. Thanks! :-)

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September 16, 2020

5.0

Always a pleasant, caring and informative visit at NM Cardiology! Thank you!

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September 13, 2020

5.0

He pays close attention to the details of my health.

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September 13, 2020

5.0

I like how Dr. Silverburg pays close attention to the details of my tests and asks alot of questions about my overall health.

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September 11, 2020

5.0

He is the best

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September 11, 2020

5.0

Excellent doctors friendly good support

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September 06, 2020

5.0

Met him for the first time on the tele conference. Great guy. I had a lot of respect for him.

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September 06, 2020

5.0

Very pleased with the experience.

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September 01, 2020

5.0

Very knowledgeable. Listens to concerns

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September 01, 2020

5.0

Very professional and prompt. Listened to my concerns. Very knowledgeable

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August 25, 2020

5.0

Old school...caring...

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August 25, 2020

5.0

I feel very comfortable & safe with Dr Silverberg handling my healthcare.

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August 21, 2020

5.0

Dr. Silverberg is a very kind, caring, and knowledgeable doctor. I was so happy to see Dr. Silverberg today on our Zoom call which he went out of his way to make possible. I would definitely recommend him.

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August 21, 2020

5.0

1. Very Knowledgeable and throughout .2. Explained everything so it was understandable.3. Was interested in what my concerns were.

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August 21, 2020

5.0

Very comprehensive evaluation

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August 18, 2020

5.0

Appointment was very smooth.All staff extremely helpful.Dr Silverberg answered all questions and was prompt.

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August 10, 2020

5.0

Excellent patient care.

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August 10, 2020

5.0

Excellent patient care.

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August 05, 2020

5.0

Dr Silverberg listens he's concerned & I'm convinced he has my best interest at heart. He's been my cardiologist 13 years now & without a doubt I think he's the greatest.

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August 04, 2020

5.0

Friendly, informative, quickly developed rapport, confidence builder..

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August 04, 2020

5.0

I have had good experiences at NW and as far as Dr. Silverburg, he is always direct but compassionate. He is a good listener and takes his time, answers my questions. I never feel rushed.

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August 02, 2020

5.0

He explains your care in a language that you can understand. and he cares about his patient.

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August 01, 2020

5.0

Competence, trust, patient manner, grateful to Northwestern for successful heart valve surgery and ongoing care

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July 31, 2020

5.0

First class leader in his gield

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July 31, 2020

5.0

In time professional courteous precise

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July 29, 2020

5.0

Dr. Silverberg is sharp as a tack who is the best cardiologist I could find.

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July 25, 2020

5.0

The treatment I received by Dr. Silverberg & his staff was exceptional. They answered my questions in detail and modified required medications rapidly. I am confident going forward that under Dr. Silverberg 's management my health will continue improve rapidly.and I will be in great shape within a reasonable time frame!

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July 24, 2020

5.0

Top notch doctor. I trust him completely with my heart situation.

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July 24, 2020

5.0

Everyone is extremely nice. I feel I am getting the best care from Dr. Silverberg.

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July 22, 2020

5.0

Believe he really cares @ my health

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July 22, 2020

5.0

Always treated with caring & respect

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July 21, 2020

5.0

very confident in treatment, easy to make appointments, use of MyChart is good, doctor is attentive and concerned for my health

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July 17, 2020

5.0

Quality care. Clearly discusses any health concerns, answering all questions thoroughly.

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July 17, 2020

5.0

Communication and concern for patient well-being.

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July 15, 2020

5.0

Call with doctor was preceded by call from associate who got background info. Dr Silverberg spent a lot of time and answered all questions and concerns. Very thorough

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July 12, 2020

5.0

Very nice and very informative

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July 12, 2020

5.0

Great experience

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July 12, 2020

5.0

Even though we only see each other once a year, he always remembers important things about me. He is committed to my health and cares.

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July 12, 2020

5.0

Dr. Silverberg and McCarthy are the best and saved my life. Every nurse and tech is very friendly.

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July 12, 2020

5.0

Dr. Silverberg did not rush us and answered all our questions.Dr. Was clear and kind and warm.

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July 12, 2020

5.0

I was pleased with the clarity of the zoom meeting. Dr. Silverberg spent plenty of time with us and answered all our questions.

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July 10, 2020

5.0

I believe he is a very Skilled cardiologist and is willing to discuss with his patients what their condition is and what needs to be done moving forward.

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July 10, 2020

5.0

Dr. Silverberg is a good listener, explains things, is interested in your questions and comments, and is compassionate. Plus the ancillary staff are very nice and helpful.

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July 08, 2020

5.0

Confidence in the ability and effectiveness of my provider and his team.

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July 07, 2020

5.0

He is on time and his care seems to be working

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July 01, 2020

5.0

Dr Silverberg has always been very professional and explains everything perfectly. I am thoroughly content with the service I received from Northwestern.

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July 01, 2020

5.0

Thorough, professional, personable to a 10

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June 30, 2020

5.0

I trust my physician totally and he seems to care. That I'm not just a number

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June 23, 2020

5.0

Very friendly. Seems to really care and he's one of the best heart doctors period.

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June 21, 2020

5.0

Very informative and caring.

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June 21, 2020

5.0

Best care all the time. Listens to questions and explains things so you understand.

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June 16, 2020

5.0

He is very good dr

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June 16, 2020

5.0

He explains condition and allows for multiple opportunities for questions.

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June 14, 2020

5.0

Not hurried,Not insensitive, questions answered, I felt comfortable.

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June 14, 2020

5.0

Have not needed much of this kind of care in my life. Care I have received at NM has met any expectation I could ever have. Care was thorough, opportunity to have questions answered, felt well covered.

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June 12, 2020

5.0

Quality service

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June 12, 2020

5.0

Knowledge , Professional & easy to talk to.

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June 12, 2020

5.0

Exceptionally Knowledgeable, Professional , Great Attitude, & follow up on the details!

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June 10, 2020

5.0

Great Doctor

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June 10, 2020

5.0

He treats me with respect, he answers all my questions and is very thorough. He makes sure I understand everything correctly and he doesn't rush his time with me.

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June 05, 2020

5.0

Competent. Thorough. Remembers me despite his caseload.

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June 05, 2020

5.0

Successful surgery..Great bedside manner and follow-up.

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