Spring S. Piatek, APRN

Spring S. Piatek, APRN

Clinical Nurse Specialist

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413 ratings  Read Reviews
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Primary Specialty

Breast Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Clinical Nurse Specialist

Education

Professional Education:
MS, Northern Illinois University School of Nursing - 2013

Certifications and Licensures

  • American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) - Nurse Practitioner-Adult Gerontology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

5.0
5.0 

413 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

95 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

95 Reviews

August 30, 2023

5.0

She was wonderful. She listened to me and took the time to have a real conversation about my health rather than just tick off a checklist.

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August 26, 2023

5.0

Spring is amazing- she is the reason i would recommend nm breast surgery for care.

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August 23, 2023

5.0

Spring is warm, friendly, caring, and highly knowledgeable

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August 23, 2023

5.0

She checked me very well and answered all my questions she is an excellent doctor

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August 18, 2023

5.0

She is so caring, attentive to the things you are telling her, proactive about a rash she noticed under my breasts that she could treat, and overall a very pleasant, comforting, and warm person who makes this difficult journey easier and less stressful!

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August 17, 2023

5.0

You are so blest to have Spring! She is so on top of things and listens so intently. I feel secure to come to her. So far I am not having issues with my breasts and each day is a gift!

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August 17, 2023

5.0

I cannot recommend spring enough… she takes the time during every appointment to discuss any of my issues or concerns… she has phenomenal bedside manner, she puts her patients needs first, and cares about you and loves her job… I feel like myself and my breasts are in very good hands

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Spring is very encouraging and answers all my questions.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Professional and warm

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August 09, 2023

5.0

I have been seeing Spring for about four and a half years. I can honestly say that she always gives me her full attention and listens to everything I have to say even though I always have a lot of all questions. She is so knowledgeable in her field and is one of the kindest, compassionate providers. I feel very blessed to have her managing my care.

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August 01, 2023

5.0

Very professional and personable.

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July 28, 2023

5.0

Spring is the BEST. She truly listens and offers valuable insight and the most current recommendations for my specific situation. I feel I am in very good hands with her!

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Very nice

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Spring was amazing! It was crystal clear that she is a true specialist in breast health by the way she explained information and the complete risk assessment. She interacted with utmost professionalism while being warm and kind. I feel really fortunate to have a provider like this in my corner!

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July 26, 2023

5.0

What I see in her performance any woman would be happy to have her as an advocate!

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July 26, 2023

5.0

Caring, understanding, nonjudgmental, knowledgeable

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July 24, 2023

5.0

Spring Piatek is very knowledgeable, patient and so very kind!

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July 14, 2023

5.0

Spring is thorough, compassionate, and kind. Her examination is very comprehensive, and she seems genuinely concerned about my well being. I highly recommend her!

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July 13, 2023

5.0

I like Spring very much, she is very knowledgeable. I think she's very good at her job

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July 13, 2023

5.0

Always helpful and very very nice!

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July 10, 2023

5.0

Spring was super sweet and took the time to answer all of my questions. :) made me feel comfortable and explained everything very thoroughly.

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July 10, 2023

5.0

As previously noted, she is wonderful. So easy to talk to. So thankful to have her part of my care.

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July 07, 2023

5.0

Spring is an exemplary medical professional.

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June 30, 2023

5.0

She really took her time to explain and listen

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June 29, 2023

5.0

As above. Spent time with me and all questions were answered. Made to feel very comfortable.

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June 29, 2023

5.0

She was extremely kind. Ms. Piatek spent a good deal of time with me and answered my questions and addressed my concerns. I was provided with valuable information and suggestions for my continued well being.

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June 28, 2023

5.0

Spring was terrific to speak with as she was able to aid in piecing much of my medical background that had me misinformed. I felt comfortable in telling her my concerns and she was responsive and helpful in every way. So glad that I received an opportunity to meet with her.

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June 27, 2023

5.0

Very nice and took the time to explain everything and what my next steps would be

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Wonderful, friendly, smart! Great care!

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June 16, 2023

5.0

Personable, knowledgeable and professional, S. Piatek brings genuine caring into her practice.

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June 15, 2023

5.0

Always happy to see her. She greets with a smile and genuine warmth.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Thorough and explained things well

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Listens, very caring and up to date with the latest recommendations

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Excellent care

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June 13, 2023

5.0

She was excellent, professional and made you feel at ease. Explained everything very thoroughly.

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Thorough, friendly, and positive.

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June 08, 2023

5.0

Very good bedside manner

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June 02, 2023

5.0

Spring is the most kind and thorough provider I have ever met. She is wonderful!

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June 01, 2023

5.0

Kind, considerate, thorough!

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Extremely professional and caring

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Very nice kind and human being.

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May 24, 2023

5.0

She is so soft spoken and caring. She remembers things from past appt. She doesn’t interrupt and you just feel like she is truly your advocate. Such a nice feeling as a patient.

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May 24, 2023

5.0

Spring reviewed my medical records, and was willing to listen to my medical concerns. She provided feedback about my films.

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May 19, 2023

5.0

Thorough, knowledgeable and compassionate

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May 18, 2023

5.0

She is very professional, caring and understanding. She provides you with full details and builds a care plan that is not only in your best interest but one that you are also fully comfortable with.

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May 07, 2023

5.0

I think spring gives you lots of time and attention and care

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May 02, 2023

5.0

I am comfortable talking to her. She is patient and she answers my questions thoroughly.

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May 02, 2023

5.0

Dr Spring Piatek is wonderful! She takes the time to review and explain everything, presents a positive plan and puts my mind at ease!

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April 29, 2023

5.0

Spends time with me, and answers all my questions and concerns.

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April 28, 2023

5.0

She’s very responsive, doesn’t make you feel stupid for asking questions—even when it can be a lot of questions. Does a wonderful job of answering in a way that I can understand. Is very respectful and I feel like she really takes time to understand my health!

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April 27, 2023

5.0

She seems like a very caring and compassionate person

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April 27, 2023

5.0

She was friendly friendly easy to talk with and was very thorough in making sure I understood her. Also she treated me like she had no other patients waiting, there was no rush to get my visit over with.

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April 27, 2023

5.0

Spring is incredibly knowledgeable but very easy to talk to. She makes you feel at ease and works with you so the patient feels informed and able to make an informed decision that works for them.

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April 26, 2023

5.0

Very nice, professional, detailed information

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April 25, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly, caring

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April 21, 2023

5.0

Very caring

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April 21, 2023

5.0

Spring is extremely knowledgable, professional and consistently demonstrates her passion for her chosen field and her patients!

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April 19, 2023

5.0

Dr Piatek is very thorough in the exam and informative with future planning. She has a wonderful bedside manner

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April 19, 2023

5.0

She was very kind, answered all of my questions and explained everything very well

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April 19, 2023

5.0

Spring is caring, professional and good at what she does!!!!

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April 14, 2023

5.0

She seems to genuinely care about her patients. She takes her time with me, asks me questions and really listens.

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April 13, 2023

5.0

Spring Piatek is very compassionate, caring, professional, and intelligent. She puts her patients at ease and makes sure your understand everything. Would highly recommend her.

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April 12, 2023

5.0

Very good communication with the patient. Also took time for questions. Very pleasant.

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April 11, 2023

5.0

Very kind, professional, informative

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April 11, 2023

5.0

Listens amazingly to help the patient, helps the patient to understand not leaving the patient wondering and very considerate and heart felt.

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April 07, 2023

5.0

She truly listens and cares deeply for my well being always offering sound advice for every aspect of my health care

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April 07, 2023

5.0

Spring was genuinely kind, patient, and attentive.

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April 06, 2023

5.0

She was extremely helpful and gave me lots of information and data behind her recommendations.

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April 05, 2023

5.0

Spring Piatek is the most compassionate health care provider I have ever been to. She takes her time to listen to me, she is thorough, she is kind. She reviews all of my history and make suggestions for future care.

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April 04, 2023

5.0

Very welcoming , explains findings/ diagnostic outcomes clearly.

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April 04, 2023

5.0

She is great! She really seems like she cares and has great bedside manners.

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March 31, 2023

5.0

I cannot say enough great things about her! She is the absolute best! Thorough and answers every question, listens and truly cares! Not many physicians are like that these days! She is a joy to see & always makes you feel comfortable!!

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March 29, 2023

5.0

Spring really cares about the patient, answers my questions, the exam is tesl thorough.

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March 26, 2023

5.0

Spring was phenomenal. Very thorough, empathetic, and competent.

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March 25, 2023

5.0

Spring Piatek is a caring, reassuring, and very knowledgeable professional. My questions and concerns are answered fully—I never feel rushed during an office visit.

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March 24, 2023

5.0

Spring does a great job answering questions and explaining different treatments and tests.

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March 22, 2023

5.0

She really listens and explains everything

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March 22, 2023

5.0

She was very kind, patient and knowledgeable about everything we were discussing. She definitely wanted to make sure I understood everything and she explained everything.

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March 22, 2023

5.0

Spring is a wonderful healthcare provider. She is thorough, knowledgeable, friendly, professional & not in a hurry.

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March 22, 2023

5.0

Dr. Spring takes the time necessary with each patient. She is warm, caring, and thorough.

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March 22, 2023

5.0

She was truly concerned and cared about me and even she helped me to connect with social worker to I can get help at home so I can have better life at home(because im handicapped) She just not cured physical problems, she also touched my heart and comforted me. I’m very grateful to have her.

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March 22, 2023

5.0

Spring is amazing! So thorough and compassionate!!!

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Spring is conscientious and thorough besides calming and reassuring.

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Spring is knowledgeable, kind and caring.

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March 17, 2023

5.0

Spring is literally the kindest person I have ever met. She is a great listener and very calming in what can be a stressful experience.

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March 16, 2023

5.0

Consistently caring, and thorough!

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March 13, 2023

5.0

I really appreciate Spring bc she always makes me feel comfortable, and I feel takes her time to do a comprehensive assessment and explain testing results AND reassure with education.... compassionate and practices patients first.

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March 12, 2023

5.0

She took the necessary time with me and was very compassionate and empathetic.

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March 07, 2023

5.0

As above, she explained everything thoroughly to me, she took time to go through my mammogram results and to talk through risk from family heritage. I felt like she really took care of me today, and listened to my concerns, and appreciated that I had been through some difficult recent history that has made self-exams hard for me to do and helped me find ways to manage going forward. I really am grateful for this appointment and for Dr Piatek's time.

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March 07, 2023

5.0

She is kind and respectful

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March 06, 2023

5.0

Spring spent so much time with me and explained everything in understandable language - giving me many options and listening to my opinions

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March 03, 2023

5.0

She listens and she cares.

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February 27, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable, excellent bed side manner, and took time with answering questions and providing options.

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February 23, 2023

5.0

Excellent care from Spring

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February 22, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and patient. Explained everything very clearly and great bedside manner

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