Cathleen T. Brindl, PA-C

Certified Physician Assistant

4.9

1325 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Internal Medicine

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Education

Professional Education:: PA-C, Midwestern University - 2003

Certifications and Licensures

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

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

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4.9

4.9

1325 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 26, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable and listened well

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February 26, 2026

5.0

Cathleen Brindl, Is excellent. She is very thorough and is trying everything to help me feel better. I have alot of health issues.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Very nice presentation, knowledge helped me tremendously.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

She is amazing!

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February 24, 2026

5.0

When she took off my staples,it was not painful,she was gentle. I recommend her,for other patients.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

She is so professional

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February 17, 2026

5.0

She was informative- quick - efficient and friendly

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February 13, 2026

5.0

She provided excellent care.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Cathleen is very professional and answered every question I had.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable and helps patients identify and solve problems. Listens well.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

She was thoroughly engaged with me! Very knowledgeable about what might be wrong with me!

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Cathy is smart, kind, and takes personal interest in my health.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, thorough, caring and very personable.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Cathleen is pleasant, thorough and is easy to talk to. I would totally recommend her ! She takes her time with you and makes sure she answers all your questions

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February 02, 2026

5.0

She listened well and addressed my issue

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Cathy explains and answers questions clearly.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

She is very good & explaines what she's doing

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January 28, 2026

5.0

She was amazing! First time seeing her and it was like she's known me for 10 years. So thorough, caring, explained everything, and listened.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable intelligent very pleasant person

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January 17, 2026

5.0

Ms Brindl was very pleasant helpful and thorough, she was able to answer all my questions and prescribe a course of action.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Very professional; caring and listening to the patient' s concerns. Really like and respect AND trust her!!'n

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January 14, 2026

5.0

She was direct, honest, and caring at the same time

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January 11, 2026

5.0

knowledgable, personable, and professional

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January 09, 2026

5.0

She was very pleasant-explained things clearly.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Mrs. Cathy is a VERY POSITIVE person and very caring for personable

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January 07, 2026

5.0

She is an exemplary doctor in her work and performance; she meets expectations.

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Listens well. Very knowledgeable and informative.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

She was willing to listen to me, explain the results of her examination and answer my questions.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Very friendly, explained everything, took time not rushed.

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January 04, 2026

5.0

Very professional & highly knowledgeable, but with a human touch.

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Because she generally is concerned about her patients!! She explains things so a normal person can understand things! Very good for someone my age!! Makes it easier to understand when things are told to an old lady. LOL

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December 29, 2025

5.0

She was caring and explained everything

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Very professional and chipper

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December 28, 2025

5.0

Cathy is an excellent PA! I would highly recommend her to anyone. She is kind, smart, knowledgeable and most of all helpful!! She provided a medication that helped my issue right away!

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December 28, 2025

5.0

I always ask for Cathleen for my medical support that may arise between my annual physicals with the doctor. She is always there for me with my short notice unexpected medical situations. She is my hero that comes through with positive results. To Cathleen: pls stick with me.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Very kind & compassionate.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Cathleen is as good as if not Better than any of the Doctors I have seen with this practice for the last 40 years! Why she cannot be a Primary is beyond me and a rule that needs to be reevaluated by NW. Cathleen in knowledgeable; listens and very professional and understanding.

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December 21, 2025

5.0

personable .. am very relaxed with her in attendance.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Cathleen Brindl was great. I got a same-day appointment for my leg pain. She listened to me, examined me, and heard my concerns about my leg. She sent me for an X-ray, and was able to respond about the results quickly, before she left on vacation. She told me she was leaving for vacation, too, which was thoughtful. I have not expected further response or communication from her yet because she was considerate enough to let me know.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Cathleen Brindl PA is a good diagnostician and very thorough. She prioritizes my issues even when I don't and she asks the right questions AND doesn't make me feel dumb.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Cathi is awesome been working with her for years now and she knows what u need to do to be healthy

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Because she listens and she knows her stuff! She was very caring and knowledgeable and I really like seeing her!

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Amazing PA ! Listens to me and cheers me on.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Cathy is great. She's a great listener and has a very nice demeanor. Makes it easy to discuss your overall health.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Responsive, knowledgeable and friendly..

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November 21, 2025

5.0

She was a knowledgeable and caring PA-C. She was also a good listener and I didn't feel rushed.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Very caring and educated in her field. Loved her personality!!!

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November 20, 2025

5.0

I have found her to be a good listener, asks pertinent questions, is proactive, & has diagnosed my issues well.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

She listened, asked multiple questions, had me stretching in different areas to see where/when the pain comes up, offered possible solutions to try, seemed genuinely interested in getting to the bottom of why this pain.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Very nice

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Very personal, answered all our questions.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Cathleen Brindl, PA-C built trust through communication and explaining the what/why for each part of my physical. She listens carefully and addresses concerns.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

Incredible very knowledgeable.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Cathy is the best. I highly recommend her to everyone. She is very efficient and listens to what you say and takes time with you even if she is busy.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Her clinical skills and experience are her strongest assets.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

She listen me n ask questions and took care of me very personally to do follow up what to do. Thanks

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November 13, 2025

5.0

She was absolutely excellent

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Very thorough with her examination

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November 06, 2025

5.0

She is very helpful and she listens carefully to your concerns.

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November 06, 2025

5.0

She will give excellent care!

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Very good attention to listening to the patient and understanding of patient concerns

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November 03, 2025

5.0

She takes time to listen to what concerns the patient has and works together, with patient, to come up with the best treatment plan. A very caring person which is lacking in the medical field these days.

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November 02, 2025

5.0

Cathleen Brindl genuinely listened to my symptom concerns and set forth steps to try to help diagnose the symptoms.

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October 31, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and thorough!

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October 30, 2025

5.0

She's really helped me with my diabetes

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October 29, 2025

5.0

Cathy is compassionate and a good listener. She is able to sort through confusing and varied symptoms.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

She is very good and smart

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October 27, 2025

5.0

The provider was a breathe of fresh air first thing in the morning, very knowledgeable and thorough. Seems to be very concerned of the well being of the patient.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Cathleen Brindl is respectful & caring to her patients and has the knowledge and understanding that provides good healthcare. She also communicates well.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Cathleen was amazing. This was my first time meeting her and she put me at ease immediately. It was like talking with a friend. I have a clear path to continue my treatment as I am diabetic and I left feeling recharged and ready to move ahead amd make new strides

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and genuinely cares

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October 19, 2025

5.0

She takes her time, asks questions, and is a pleasure to work with.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

She is humble and experienced PA-C, I love her , will recommend to others.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Brindl covered all the areasthat my family especially wanted answered!!! I as the patient was checkedmfor all my what I saidm was botherig me not thosef the family !!!!!!!!!!!!!! And then she said you are fine, if any thing comes up then we will check that !!

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October 14, 2025

5.0

She is wonderful. Have see her many times over the past 7 years.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

She is easy to talk to and she listens to me

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, empathetic, and friendly.

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September 25, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and caring.

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September 24, 2025

5.0

Listened to my complaints and symptoms with complete attention. I will definitely recommend Cathleen Brindle for the care given to me.

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September 24, 2025

5.0

Ms. Brindl is very professional and caring, very knowledgeable and confident in her work.

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September 22, 2025

5.0

I was able to express my concern, as I am traveling shortly and she understood and we discussed what things might make a difference.

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September 19, 2025

5.0

She listens, and is thorough.

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September 19, 2025

5.0

Cathy is fantastic! She listens and gives great clinical advice.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Very nice and intelligent

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September 12, 2025

5.0

She was thorough and very personable.

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September 11, 2025

5.0

I trust MS Brindl came to the correct conclusion

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September 09, 2025

5.0

Ms. Brindl was really helpful in helping me understand what was going on and encouraged with her prescribed treatment. She kind of investigated the background of the contact dermatitis reactions and their allergic properties. They can fluctuate up and down and last a month. I don't get ill often, but when I do its often bizarre, so her idea to lengthen my prescription with some antiallergic support was right on. I still have a couple of weeks to go, but the turnaround was incredible and began in 2 to 3 days!

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September 08, 2025

5.0

She is nice in digonise the patient care, looks like she has skilled in her experience.

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September 03, 2025

5.0

she was very thorough and very nice

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August 29, 2025

5.0

Very, very thorough, smart and friendly. Always correct diagnosis.

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August 29, 2025

5.0

Cathleen is extremely knowledgeable and professional, she explained everything regarding my condition fully.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Listens, great manner

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August 25, 2025

5.0

Combination of caring and efficiency

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August 25, 2025

5.0

She explained everything very well and listened to my thoughts

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August 23, 2025

5.0

He is a kind person He knows how to listen and inspires a lot of confidence.

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August 19, 2025

5.0

I actually wish that Cathleen Brindl would be a full blown doctor. She has a wonderful demeanor!

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August 19, 2025

5.0

She is very caring and so happy she's my doctor

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August 15, 2025

5.0

Personable and knowledgeable.

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August 13, 2025

5.0

She sincerely made it her mission to helping find and fix my medical issues.

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Disclosures

Cathleen T. Brindl, PA-C reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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