Elizabeth E. Gerard, MD

Elizabeth E. Gerard, MD

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Primary Specialty

Epilepsy

Secondary Specialty

  • Clinical Neurophysiology
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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai - 2003
Internship:
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Beth Israel) - 2004
Residency:
New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) - 2007
Fellowships:
New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) - 2009

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February 14, 2014

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Clinical Neurophysiology (Certified)
  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Epilepsy (Certified)
  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate 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:
Central DuPage Hospital
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Brilliant, compassionate, so knowledgeable and yet down to earth.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Thoughtful and highly intelligent!

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July 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gerard and her team are wonderful. Very professional and helpful. Dr. Gerard is always willing to work with me and my health needs.

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Very personable & answered all of my questions

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June 25, 2022

5.0

Dr Gerard is a very caring physician and takes a personal interest in her patients. Her expertise in her field shows. She was able to slowly move me off a medication that was giving me bad side effects to a new medication works well. Heart & technical expertise is a rare combination.

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June 25, 2022

5.0

She is the best from the very beginning I started going to see her. She has been making sure all my medical needs is being closes watch and taken care. I knew she was the right doctor for me and cared for me when she was calling at night on a Sunday to check on me.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

She is an awesome doctor she listens to you and your needs and concerns

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June 03, 2022

5.0

She gives thorough exams

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May 25, 2022

5.0

I respect Dr. Gerard for the doctor she is. She has provided so much care and knowledge to me. She is an amazing neurologist who I trust. Dr. Gerard is highly skilled and dedicated to her patients.

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May 25, 2022

5.0

Friendly and Knowledgeable

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May 23, 2022

5.0

She is well versed in my medical history and makes my well-being a priority.

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gerard is an excellent physician. She listens and she knows what she's talking about. I would highly recommend her. Very pleased w/her being my neurologist.

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May 09, 2022

5.0

*Knowledgeable *Caring *Detailed *Informative *Stays currents with trends in Epilepsy Treatments *Trusting *Responsible to Patients via My Chart There not enough that I can say about the positive care I’ve received from Dr. Gerard for the past 11 years. I strongly recommend her for Women who are problematic Epileptics and need good care. Her commitment and dedication to Neurology is unwavering.

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May 08, 2022

5.0

She gave me a more thorough examination than I was expecting and was very informative and nice.

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May 04, 2022

5.0

Friendly/Knowledgeable

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May 03, 2022

5.0

Friendly, caring, professional

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April 27, 2022

5.0

Friendly and knowledgeable.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

She took time, asked great questions and answered with thorough knowledge of the subject.

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March 28, 2022

5.0

Caring seems Very helpful doctor

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March 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gerard is the best doctor I have seen my life. Patient, understanding, through, kind, careful. She treats me like a real person and an individual with unique needs and concerns.

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March 01, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gerard is great! She is willing to listen intently and take the time to get to know the individual patient and their health situation. She works with the patient to create an individual care plan.

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February 28, 2022

5.0

She is a very thorough, heart-felt, and extremely knowledge doctor and human being.

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February 28, 2022

5.0

Dr Gerard is so knowledgeable, kind and caring.

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February 25, 2022

5.0

Great bedside manner, unique point of view, seems very knowledgable.

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February 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gerard is the best! She listens and crusades to get answers and resolve issues if possible.

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February 21, 2022

5.0

Dr Gerard is amazing. She knows me. She cares about me. She is brilliant and it is easy to talk to her and to understand her.

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February 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gerard is kind, thoughtful and thorough. I feel completely safe in her care.

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January 12, 2022

5.0

She really approaches my care as a partner. I always feel like a shared decision maker and she is never paternalistic.

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January 10, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gerard and her team are exceptional. Her genuine care for my health is evident in every appointment I have with her. She works with me to understand my current health challenges, and combines that approach with the factual medical data she ensures I get to create the optimal treatment regimen. I also want to call out her nurse Liz who is likewise compassionate and incredibly responsive. I know I can count on Liz to help me however I need.

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December 11, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerard always addresses all my concerns. She is very knowledgeable. She has always been there for me when I was having a neurological problem. She is kind, sincere and always there for her patients. Dr. Gerard is excellent in what she does and I will always recommend her.

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November 29, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerard is knowledgeable, caring, and relentless to get to the source of the problem.

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November 05, 2021

2.0

Did not coordinate properly with staff at Lake Forest. MRI reading was completely off and incorrect and eEEG evaluation

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November 03, 2021

5.0

I never feel rushed. She’s so smart and I trust her

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November 01, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerard is the best physician advocate for her patients!

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November 01, 2021

5.0

Committed Experienced Trustworthy

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October 19, 2021

5.0

Knowledge and truly caring of patients.

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October 02, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerard. thoroughly goes through everything with you. She takes the time to talk about everything that is needed.

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September 27, 2021

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable, listens, and kind.

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September 25, 2021

5.0

Very caring, thorough and listens!

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September 20, 2021

5.0

Comprehensive empathetic care & fast response with NM MyChart

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June 22, 2021

5.0

She the best numerologist

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June 21, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerard is so kind and extremely knowledgeable. She consistently involves me in my plan of care, making sure I am comfortable with all treatment.

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June 15, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerard is a caring doctor that puts her heart and soul to help her patients. Ive been through many difficult situations where she was there providing excellent knowledge, support, service and care. She is very thorough in her explanations.

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June 07, 2021

5.0

She is very capable.

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June 07, 2021

5.0

Doctor really listens to family input

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June 01, 2021

5.0

Very thorough

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May 10, 2021

5.0

Over the years, my experience with Dr Gerard has been incredible. She is a good physician, good listener and is collaborative in her approach.

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May 10, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerard uses her brain

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May 07, 2021

5.0

When I was being released from the hospital, Dr. Gerard spent an hour with me and my mom. When she left the room, my mom, who is not a fan of doctors, said that Dr. Gerard was the first doctor shed met who took time to both talk and listen to you.

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April 29, 2021

5.0

She takes time to learn and speak to me, always remembering every detail. Even when things are well she asks pertinent questions to make sure Im on the best path for my neurological health. She is well informed, caring and very thorough.

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April 06, 2021

5.0

She is amazing

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April 05, 2021

5.0

She takes her time to listen to your concerns and create a clear plan for you. She is knowledgeable and easy to talk with.

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March 13, 2021

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and very caring of her patients.

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March 01, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerard has always been extremely knowledgeable, patient and understanding. She has helped me through very tough health issues and went out of her way to follow up while I was in the hospital a few years ago.

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February 19, 2021

5.0

She has followed me for several years and is acutely aware of my history and best options.

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February 16, 2021

5.0

She always listens and makes time for you. Asks follow-up questions and addresses concerns.

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February 13, 2021

5.0

She spend an entire hour with me through tele-health because I am pregnant and had a seizure. She beyond patient and caring.

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February 09, 2021

5.0

Very professional and helpful

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February 07, 2021

5.0

She cares and works with you to improve your condition.

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February 05, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerard is bright. Shes compassionate, but also firm when she needs to be. I think she takes her job seriously and I appreciate that.

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February 01, 2021

5.0

She is very thorough with her questions and answers. She listens carefully. She does not rush thru the appointment.

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January 21, 2021

5.0

Shes kind, understanding, listens to my concerns, and includes my thoughts and decisions when managing my care.

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January 19, 2021

5.0

Dr. Gerard is an excellent doctor. She is very nice and kind.

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January 13, 2021

5.0

Sr. Gerard is the best doctor Ive ever seen. Helped me on so many different levels. Got my epilepsy under control and more. Im not scared anymore. Smart woman who can really make a difference with people. And she connected me with a bunch of other doctors at NWMH. She helped change my life in a positive way!

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January 11, 2021

5.0

Dr Gerard take time with you

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January 04, 2021

5.0

She is very inquisitive about all possible conditions affecting our care. She solicits and listens to our input for medical care.

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December 01, 2020

5.0

Dr. Gerard is, without a doubt, the best doctor Ive ever had. She is an exceptional physician and a compassionate human being. She truly cares about her patients. I am grateful for her care.

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November 21, 2020

5.0

Shes perfect

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November 19, 2020

5.0

She cares and treats you with the respect and dignity that you deserve from a doctor. Dr. Gerard takes time listen and really "hear" what you have to say.

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November 18, 2020

5.0

Personable, knowledgeable, kind and an overall lovely person. Thankful for her insight and to have someone who truly cares about their patients

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November 17, 2020

5.0

Dr. Gerard is a very compatent,loyal, capable, caring Dr. I have never had better care, and concern from her, and her staff.

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November 11, 2020

5.0

She keeps her word and spends lots of time with her people.

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November 11, 2020

5.0

They were very helpful and clear. They the Appointment even when dr. Gearad didn't feel good. I'm very thankful

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November 09, 2020

5.0

Dr. Gerard was just such a joy to see today. Smart, kind, and thoughtful. I really loved her and I think she's going to work hard to help me figure out this epilepsy mystery.

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November 09, 2020

5.0

Dr. Gerard was definitely amazing! She was bright, kind, and professional. I think she is really going to help me with my epilepsy and I cannot thank her enough for her time with me today!!

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November 09, 2020

5.0

She listened to me and the issues I'm having. We went over everything even though it took some time and she didn't mind that. She cares and you can tell.

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November 09, 2020

5.0

I've had nothing but good experiences with all the staff.

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November 06, 2020

5.0

Dr. Gerard was very attentive and accommodating considering the circumstances. She allowed time for questions and concerns to be answered.

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October 13, 2020

5.0

Most caring, most knowledgeable, best doctor ever!!!!!!

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October 13, 2020

5.0

Excellent care, top notch service, best doctor ever!

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October 13, 2020

5.0

Great Neurologist Dr. Gerard, answers all my questions. Cares about patients and tells you what are your best options depending on your current status of how you feel at the moment, and any differences from the last time appointment.

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October 13, 2020

5.0

Very professional.

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September 08, 2020

5.0

Relates easily to patients and parents, vast understanding and knowledge of neurology and seizure control, listens well and provides helpful recommendations, and works collaboratively with peers.

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September 08, 2020

5.0

Dr. Elizabeth Gerard is outstanding.

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September 08, 2020

5.0

Dr. Gerard has greatly helped me in so many ways. I would absolutely recommend her. She is passionate in her work.

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September 08, 2020

5.0

Dr. Gerard is an excellent doctor. She is caring, competent and compassionate with great knowledge.

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September 01, 2020

5.0

She caresShe's highly qualifiedShe's well organized

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September 01, 2020

5.0

Dr Gerard, pure and simple.

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August 29, 2020

5.0

Dr Gerard is extremely caring and inquisitive in asking questions to help understand the issues.

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August 29, 2020

5.0

The entire department has always been prompt in providing answer to questions as well as helpful in providing care.

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August 29, 2020

5.0

She's the best doctor I have ever had. She's very knowledgeable, professional, and caring.

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August 29, 2020

5.0

She is a very knowledgeable and intelligent doctor. And take very good care in interest and her patients. I know that when I was first assigned to her when I received a call from her on a Sunday night calling to get more details on my medical history.

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August 29, 2020

5.0

It was extremely convenient during this time of COVID.

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August 28, 2020

5.0

Elizabeth Gerard is the best doctor I have had. She is knowledgeable on my condition, and communicates this knowledge to me in a way which I understand. She prioritizes helping me find an effective treatment regimen; she shows care and compassion for me as her patient. I have been seeing Dr. Gerard for a while now, and plan to see her as long as I am able.

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August 28, 2020

5.0

The entire team, including both my neurologist and the nurses, has been wonderful with communications and support.

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August 26, 2020

5.0

I've always received great care from Dr. Gerard. The virtual appointment was also super convenient!

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August 24, 2020

5.0

She is very professional and caring.

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August 24, 2020

5.0

Really listens to needs

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August 24, 2020

5.0

Excellent doctor

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August 17, 2020

5.0

Dr. Gerard is excellent. She does a good job trying to figure out why a patient has epilepsy.

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