Swati Kulkarni, MD

Swati Kulkarni, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Breast Surgery

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Breast Cancer
  • Breast Cancer In Families
  • Breast Cancer in Men
  • Breast Cancer in Young Women
  • Lumpectomy for Breast Cancer
  • Mastectomy, Nipple Sparing
  • Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
  • Skin-Sparing Mastectomy

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Medical College of Pennsylvania - 1995
Residency:
New York Presbyterian Hospital (Cornell Campus) - 2002
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2004

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

454 Ratings

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August 29, 2022

5.0

Realmente es un Angel que ase lo mejor para sus pacientes

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August 29, 2022

5.0

She was very nice and took time to explain everything I needed to know

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Dr Kulkarni is very knowledgeableand answers any questions you have.I felt I was in very good hands.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Dr Kulkarni was very nice. No complaints.

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Nice Informative Patient

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August 22, 2022

5.0

She's through and descriptive about the issue.

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August 22, 2022

5.0

She is so thorough and kind. Very easy to talk to and answers all questions asked

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August 20, 2022

5.0

Dr Kulkarni takes her time to explain your diagnosis to you, as well as treatment options and prognosis. She is empathic and incredibly skilled. I feel very fortunate to be under her care and I’m confident in her abilities to help me beat cancer!

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August 19, 2022

5.0

Experience, knowledge, professionalism. Specializes in all things breast. Video of her on line exactly what she presented methodically to me.

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August 17, 2022

5.0

the best doctor

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Well educated Dr in her field. I left feeling confident with my diagnosis and her expert medical recommendations

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August 15, 2022

5.0

The doctor is caring knowledgeable and warm

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August 08, 2022

5.0

She is an expert in her field and highly recommended.

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August 04, 2022

5.0

She’s so awesome and takes time to explain and answer all your questions.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Es muy atenta amable y respetuosa

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July 25, 2022

5.0

Compassionate, empathic, and extremely knowledgeable! Took her time to explain everything very clearly while putting my family and I at ease. I feel confident that she is highly skilled and will take good care of me and everyone she operates on!

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July 21, 2022

5.0

I didn't know what dr to choose from the the group @ NWH for my breast issue. I went on portal & saw her picture & reviews & I can say that God sent her to me 🙏🏻🙌🏻. I was scare, lost & depressed. She is an amazing dr.

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July 21, 2022

5.0

She is a wonderful surgeon .

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July 19, 2022

5.0

She took the time during our initial visit to answer all questions...some before I even asked them :)

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July 18, 2022

5.0

I think Dr. Kulkarni is a excellent surgeon and highly recommend her.

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July 18, 2022

5.0

She was very knowledgeable, and explained things very understandably for me. She was very kind, and I felt she truly took my feats and opinions into consideration.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Very friendly and knowledgeable excellent bedside manners

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July 14, 2022

5.0

Was wonderful easy to talk to explain in a why I can understand

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Dr Kulkarmi was really the best doctor I have ever met. During the consultation she addressed all the questions I planned to ask without me asking them! She clearly discussed everything from the anesthesia to recovery, including the pathology and recommended medication regimen after surgery

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June 28, 2022

5.0

She gives close attention to you as an individual.

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June 27, 2022

5.0

muy buena

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June 23, 2022

5.0

She was very nice she covered everything she took time to show and explain everything about my images

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June 20, 2022

5.0

She comes across as very competent.

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June 20, 2022

5.0

She is very thorough and explained everything so I could understand it.

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June 20, 2022

5.0

She was very informative. We had few questions.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

She was extremely informative and caring. She even thought of the scars that would be left and avoided areas where it can be seen with low cut clothing. I love the fact that she's involved with the breast cancer research as well. That was the reason I went all out changing my network which was hell.

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May 31, 2022

5.0

Everyone has been kind and understanding. Very patient.

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May 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. Kulkarni is very nice.

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May 26, 2022

5.0

I love her but I was also left waiting for 45 mins after my appointment time to be seen

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May 23, 2022

5.0

I love her patience, knowledge and experience and also her being straight forward.

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Easy to talk to. Explains clearly.

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May 19, 2022

5.0

clear and precise with her answers.

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May 19, 2022

5.0

Also, i appreciate the opportunity to participate in Dr. K’s “ Promise” clinical trial.

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Super nice to work with and made sure I was comfortable throughout my appointments and surgery

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May 17, 2022

5.0

wonderful

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May 12, 2022

5.0

Dr. Kulkarny explained results throughly in a reassuring manner.

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May 09, 2022

5.0

Her bedside manner is very comforting during this time and I really like how she explains things and make sure you understanding what is happening and what is going to happen.

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May 09, 2022

5.0

I feel good that they care about my well-being

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April 28, 2022

5.0

Because they tell you what's going on with your body

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April 26, 2022

5.0

As written above. My experience is all about the way she treated/communicated/dealt with me

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April 25, 2022

5.0

She took the time to explain everything.

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April 25, 2022

5.0

She was personable and took time to answer questions and I did not feel rushed

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April 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Kulkarni is a true professional. From the first appointment to surgery, she explained my condition in a very concise, comprehensive way. Previously, I was told I should have an invasive surgery and when I saw her she was the only person who explained to me what my condition really meant and how it was not necessary to have such an invasive surgery. Her calming, knowledgeable presence is so important for women going through such a scary time.

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April 22, 2022

5.0

The doctored seemed nice and knowledgeable about her trade.

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April 20, 2022

5.0

Trust

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April 18, 2022

5.0

Professional and caring

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April 18, 2022

5.0

She is very compassionate and caring.

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April 14, 2022

5.0

Patient, knowledgeable and aware of patient's needs

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April 07, 2022

5.0

Detailed information, professional, patient, kind.

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April 04, 2022

5.0

Dr Kulkarni and her Intern both had a friendly bedside manner. She did not rush the examination. They explained my biopsy and mammogram results in a patient manner. They discussed my future plan of care. I felt very informed .

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April 03, 2022

5.0

Complete information

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March 28, 2022

5.0

She is a very knowledgeable doctor and patience with me. She is just a kind and reassuring doctor . I was fearful and scared of my results. I need a mammogram next Friday . I was so thankful about my results. Thank you .

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March 19, 2022

5.0

She is very compassionate in what she does. She did not make me feelLike she was taking control of my treatment but rather using her experience and knowledge to walk next to me. She listened to what I needed and worked to make a plan very customized to me.

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March 18, 2022

5.0

She was kind and explained thoroughly

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Kulkarni is great at communicating with her patient. It helps for the patient to understand the process well and build the trust.

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March 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Kulkarni took the time to share ample information to educate me on my diagnosis, explain the various medication and the related side effects, and provided her recommendation with confidence which gave me comfort.

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March 07, 2022

5.0

She seems very knowledgeable and was very thorough. She provided direction and next steps.

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March 03, 2022

5.0

Dr. Kulkarni is very knowledgeable and comprehensive.

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March 02, 2022

5.0

Thorough, knowledgeable, compassionate

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February 28, 2022

5.0

She has a beautiful charisma and compassion for the patient. Every time I see her, she spend her time , listen and explain my treatment and test results in such a way that is very easy to understand.

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February 28, 2022

5.0

Thoroughness, honesty, patience.

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February 28, 2022

5.0

Took her time to explain my diagnosis and up coming procedures

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February 25, 2022

5.0

She has always been very professional and has shown concern for my situation

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February 25, 2022

5.0

so happy

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February 21, 2022

5.0

Attentive, great bedside manners. She explained and went over everything carefully. Thoroughly explained to make sure I understood.

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February 20, 2022

5.0

I am delighted with Dr. Kulkarni. She was through and answered my questions, explained things. I feel that I am in good hands.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Kulkarni listens closely to your individual questions, and is patient in explaining. She has a depth of knowledge.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

Cheat she is competent cheese is sensitive she is smart and genuinely cares about your help

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February 14, 2022

5.0

Friendly, shows concern, answers all questions and does not rush but gives enough time for consultation.

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February 10, 2022

5.0

Seemed to care

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February 10, 2022

5.0

She is thorough and compassionate and knowledgeable. Dr Kulkarni also talks at a level that you understand which helps tremendously

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February 05, 2022

5.0

Thorough. Caring. I felt confident in her abilities

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January 31, 2022

5.0

She is an amazing surgeon/doctor/woman/educator and advocate.

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January 30, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, up-to-date, thorough

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January 27, 2022

4.0

It was a first meeting but I’m reserving judgment. She seemed a little impatient.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Eager to listen to any and all questions, and extremely thorough.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

She is a very good caring doctor.

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January 23, 2022

5.0

She was very patient and caring. Took the time to explain the procedure and answered any and all questions. I did not feel rushed at all.

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January 22, 2022

5.0

She has always made me feel at ease , she inspires confidence.

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January 20, 2022

5.0

Knowledge and care that she shares and speaks at a level you understand while being compassionate

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January 17, 2022

5.0

Outstanding, knowledgeable but needs to help patient with slow care.

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January 13, 2022

5.0

Explains everything from start to finish, listens very well! So happy I found the team I work with including the nursing and physicians assistants!

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January 10, 2022

5.0

Good bedside manner, explained in clear terms her views and the issues at hand. Took the time to answer my questions and did not make me feel rushed.

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January 10, 2022

4.0

Very personable, professional.

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January 08, 2022

5.0

She actually took notes about my condition as she was explaining my condition to me. Then she gave me the notes to take home with me.

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January 07, 2022

5.0

The Dr is very knowledgeable and very good at what she does

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January 06, 2022

5.0

Very professional and attentive towards patient.

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December 31, 2021

5.0

She is attentive and takes her time.

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December 30, 2021

5.0

Professionalism, charismatic took her time to sit with me and explains things. Made me feel very good!

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December 16, 2021

5.0

Doctor explained everything from the beginning to end and answered all my questions. Very educational and understanding! Excellent doctor

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December 10, 2021

5.0

She treats me with her Professional Skills…Always concern of My Well-Being…

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December 03, 2021

5.0

Also the best. Knowledgeable,. Explains everything well

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December 03, 2021

4.0

She is very thorough with explaining the procedures.

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December 02, 2021

5.0

Dr. Kulkarni was excellent at explaining everything that was happening, and answering questions. I knew I was in good hands. My incision was minimal and placed well, so I am optimistic about how it will appear when fully healed.

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November 29, 2021

5.0

She is the best!!

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Swati Kulkarni, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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