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Katherine Kovacic, PA-C

Certified Physician Assistant

4.9

489 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Pain Medicine

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Education

Professional Education:: PA-C, Midwestern University - 2006

Certifications and Licensures

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants - Physician Assistant (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group

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4.9

4.9

489 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

She's really good! I made me forget I was talking to a PA.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Listened to all my concerns and went through a number of possible options with me.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Kathy is very knowledgeable, thorough, insightful, kind, patient and pleasant. She attentively listens to our various health concerns and even politely indulges us when we occasionally drift off topic. She always provides expert medical opinion with clear, relevant and reliable information. We are very fortunate and grateful to receive her fantastic, compassionate care.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Caring, on top of everything that is going on with the patient.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

Excellent doctor and very professional

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February 13, 2026

5.0

Personable, listens

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February 09, 2026

5.0

She is the best

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February 06, 2026

5.0

She is amazing. She provided all options as we worked through alternatives. As we found limited help for me, she wasn't afraid to offer a minimally invasive procedure even though I initially said no surgery. But I considered this option and it turned out to be the right one. I'm so happy she allowed me to sort through all of this with her support and guidance. As far as I'm concerned, she is a superstar!!

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February 03, 2026

5.0

I will recommend her to everyone who may need pain management needs. She's a professional and kind which made me feel comfortable

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February 01, 2026

5.0

Extremely competent, friendly and caring.

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February 01, 2026

5.0

She understands and explains the different types of pain management plans that are available and does not pressure you to any specific one.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Katherine is very good at treating me, her knowledge and treatment I receive from her is the best.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

She always takes the time to address my concerns.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Katherine was informative, thorough and so kind. I feel very comfortable in her care.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

She is an outstanding practitioner who is extremely knowledgeable and professional. At the same time, she continues to work with me and my pain. She is encouraging me to slowly withdraw, but knows when some incident or complication slows down the progress. I am very thankful.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

See above plus nice attitude toward patient

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January 25, 2026

5.0

Intelligent caring thorough friendly

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January 24, 2026

5.0

She provides the best care for me. She listens to my thoughts and concerns

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable, patient and informed of my previous procedures before she comes in the room.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Katherine does a great job with treatments, she does an excellent job.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Took time to explain options.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

See above. She goes over and beyond in assisting her patients.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Kathy is great provider, she has lots of knowledge and I trust her 100 percent.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Not only did she listen to my concerns, but she truly seemed to understand where I was coming from and met my concerns with patience and caring. She was kind and knowledgeable, which is what you want from your medical professional!

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Absolutely a true professional. Knows her stuff and helps me think through difficult decisions. Cronic pain she is trying to resolve! I still have problems with my bicep on the left side, left back muscles way to tight as well as daily headaches.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

She was very helpful explaining questions and took time to exam me about my concerns .

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December 26, 2025

5.0

De. Kovacic is very kind and always have time to answer all my questions.

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December 25, 2025

5.0

She explained a complicated situation about the pain I have.

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December 24, 2025

5.0

I'm relieved and understand the importance of all the possible treatments that Katherine has suggested..

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Makes relaxed and comfortable, honest

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December 21, 2025

5.0

Katherine Kovacic is great, she has always done an excellent job of managing my pain.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Kathy was outstanding! She was thorough, knowledgeable and pleasant!

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Identified the pinched nerve in my neck! Gave me injections to the spine. Helped loosen up the back. Following up with more treatment. She gives me matter fact advice for this chronic pain.

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December 13, 2025

5.0

She is smart and she knows what our needs have to be.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

The best PA I have ever had.

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December 07, 2025

5.0

She is amazing and always helps guide the patient to potential solutions without judgement!

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December 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kovacic is awesome

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Very proficient and caring

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December 02, 2025

5.0

She understands the workouts I do and gave me suggestions for them

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November 30, 2025

5.0

She is pretty prompt with appointment time, but yet spends as much time needed to explain options and what to expect.

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November 29, 2025

5.0

I cannot say enough about how helpful and realistic she is about my care. She helps me to set goals and offers resources for my care as well.

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November 29, 2025

5.0

I had seen Kathy seven years ago. I was so happy she's still there. She explains everything also.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Extremely thorough and knowledgeable. Listens and explain well.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Very kind, thorough exam, listens well and knowledgeable,

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November 10, 2025

5.0

She was thorough, efficient and caring. She's sympathetic to her patients pain, and dug deep to find a solution.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

She listens and is knowledgeable.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

She really cares and she was very smart and kind. Perfect attributes for a provider

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Actively listens to what I'm saying.

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Kathy is a great problem solver. She is also very caring and encouraging

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November 02, 2025

5.0

She listen to me and was genuinely concerned. She took the time to answer all my questions.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Told me about the pinched nerve in my neck! Ordered injections that is helping listen up back muscles. That and physical therapy is helping me.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Listens, very professional, caring

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Very caring I felt well taken care of

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October 24, 2025

5.0

I feel very comfortable with the way they treat me

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October 22, 2025

5.0

Thorough, caring, supportive, knowledgeable

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Excellent patience, listening skills. Very knowledgeable and provides good treatment plans.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Professional, informed, interested and confident.

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October 11, 2025

5.0

She is compassionate, educated, professional, and has become a good friend

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Very kind and explains everything.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Very caring and nice !

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September 27, 2025

5.0

Explains treatment plan in a manner patients understands.

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September 27, 2025

5.0

She is just wonderful. She is so well prepared with my history and so knowledgeable about my car. She has excellent communication skills. She has helped me tremendously!!!!

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September 21, 2025

5.0

She is very thoughtful and a good listener

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Katherine listened to any concerns I had and explained my results and the procedure to me. I felt very comfortable.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Very kind, listens well, gives the time I need

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September 06, 2025

5.0

She is the best PA that we have ever met. She is very knowledgeable, friendly and patient.

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September 06, 2025

5.0

Very caring and professional, listens and cares

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September 06, 2025

5.0

Treats the whole person, very knowledgeable, listens well and takes the time necessary. Offered a concrete solution.

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September 06, 2025

5.0

Saw the pinched nerve on the left side of neck. Advised injections to help with daily headaches, back pain, left bicep pain.

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September 04, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, showed me MRI films and explained them as well as proposed treatment. Gave me ample time to ask questions. Pleasant!!!

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September 03, 2025

5.0

She cares about her patients and encourages me to be as independent as possible treating me dealing with pain.

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August 30, 2025

5.0

She is just wonderful and knows every aspect of your past history and has such a grasp of your current problems. She explains things so that you understand. She organizes a plan for your care. I highly recommend her.

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August 30, 2025

5.0

She could not have done anymore to try and help me.

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August 28, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and knowledgeable.

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August 24, 2025

5.0

Knows the answers.

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August 23, 2025

5.0

Best pain doc around. She is knowledgeable and gives you options at the same time.

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August 23, 2025

5.0

Katherine is compassionate, takes time to understand her patient's concerns and needs and is a problem solver.

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August 19, 2025

5.0

Katherine is very knowledgeable and answers all my questions.

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August 15, 2025

5.0

She is very nice and helpful and explains everything about the care the negative and the positive

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August 08, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to.

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Compassionate and caring

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August 05, 2025

5.0

Genuinely listened to me, and answered all my questions such a true professional

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August 04, 2025

5.0

She is wonderful answer all my questions. Very kind. Northwestern is lucky to have her.

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July 29, 2025

5.0

She responds with compassion but challenges me to get better without medication.

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July 28, 2025

5.0

She is kind and friendly. Always able to answer any questions you might have. She always takes time in her busy schedule to make you feel that your appointment matters.

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July 27, 2025

5.0

Katherine is very thorough during my exam, agreed that I could move forward. THAT WAS UNTIL I HAD ANOTHER MEDICAL ISSUE. I'll be going back as soon as I'm able.

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July 23, 2025

5.0

Katherine was extremely attentive, professional, and empathetic. She was so helpful in addressing my issues.

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July 21, 2025

5.0

The best Doctor Katherine

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July 21, 2025

5.0

She was very patient, knowledgeable, and pleasant.

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July 16, 2025

5.0

Great bedside demeanor, excellent listener

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July 16, 2025

5.0

She is a great PA, she is reason why I stay with this pain clinic, so is Dr [last name].

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July 14, 2025

5.0

Dr.Katherine Kovacic, takes her time to explain everything your body is going through, and she works with many options to have the patient at their best.

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July 08, 2025

5.0

Good listener. Pleasant. Clear feedback.

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July 07, 2025

5.0

She made me feel comfortable with what she was telling me.

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July 05, 2025

5.0

In patient so she asked my history, gaining understanding and made a couple recommendations; very thorough and easy to talk to.

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July 04, 2025

5.0

She is awesome. Very professional. Very knowledgeable.

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July 04, 2025

5.0

He gave me excellent attention.

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June 28, 2025

5.0

Same as above,Add to above her knowledge.

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June 27, 2025

5.0

Dr Kovacic listened when I described my pain and then explained my treatment options. After treatment by Dr. [last name] I am 90% better and I feel confident knowing that if necessary I have a treatment plan.

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June 25, 2025

5.0

She is easy to talk to and is a great listener! She knows what she is talking about and is very competent in her advice.

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Katherine Kovacic, PA-C reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2025.

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