Leila Kia, MD

Leila Kia, MD

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Gastroenterology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Georgetown University School of Medicine - 2009
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2012
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2016

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March 24, 2020

Languages Spoken

  • Farsi
  • French
  • Spanish

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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4.9
4.9 

245 Ratings

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March 20, 2022

5.0

It's all about Dr. Kia. Her knowledge, respect, self assurance without being rude. Her knowldge.

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February 23, 2022

5.0

Very attentive,.

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February 20, 2022

5.0

Dr Kia took time yet questions were specific and relevant I felt heard and seen She allowed me choice in some of my own healthcare decisions without shaming

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February 18, 2022

5.0

She responded to my questions, took time to talk about options and set out a plan of action

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January 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Kia explained everything throughly and was very nice.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

perceived knowledge and the manner inwhich she presented herslf.

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January 19, 2022

5.0

She explained the whole visit

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January 13, 2022

5.0

She is through.

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January 12, 2022

5.0

Highly qualified and highly recommended specialist. Thorough and clear communicator.

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January 10, 2022

5.0

She has been so kind and her staff is so friendly. She takes a wholistic approach to my care. She is a breath of fresh air in a system which is about diagnosis and handing out medication.

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January 05, 2022

5.0

Very nice, thorough and responsive to needs.

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December 21, 2021

5.0

She made me feel like her only patient. I can understand why my gynecologist Dr. McNair strongly recommended her.

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November 29, 2021

5.0

Excellent dr

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November 28, 2021

5.0

She has been very detailed in follow up care, understanding of questions, and concerned about prevention not just treatment.

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November 23, 2021

5.0

Dr. Kia is excellent!! She's very knowledgeable, explains things well, and was very patient in addressing all my concerns in layman's terms that I could understand. She was also extremely responsive in an email exchange when I reached out to her on a Friday to seek guidance on an issue I was having for which needed her input going into the weekend.

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November 19, 2021

5.0

I felt confident in her replies to by questions and her knowledge of my problem

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November 17, 2021

5.0

Dr Kia is personable and professional

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November 16, 2021

5.0

Dr Kia was able to quickly and expertly assess my condition, order the right tests and prescribe the right medication; made a huge positive difference in my health; so grateful

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November 15, 2021

5.0

punctual, yet took the time to listen and make sure all my questions were answered. I trust her!

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November 05, 2021

5.0

Dr listened was very knowledgeable and understanding about my concerns

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October 27, 2021

5.0

Excellent explanation of Barrett’s esophagus and how it pertains to me and her thoughtful recommendation. She is a kind and friendly doctor.

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October 26, 2021

5.0

She turned a unhappy patient around.

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October 24, 2021

5.0

She listens and understands what you say.

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October 23, 2021

5.0

She listened to my concerns and provided feedback/suggestions with a plan.

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October 07, 2021

5.0

Highly skilled and excellent communicator

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October 03, 2021

5.0

Answered questions thoroughly..no rush... comforting...helpful...pleasant

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October 01, 2021

5.0

Doctor seeks the root cause of health issues…

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October 01, 2021

5.0

Great listening skills and understanding of my issues. Very pleasant to talk to and I felt she was very knowledgeable.

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September 30, 2021

5.0

The doctors have the knowledge to make decisions and recommendations to help me have better health.

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September 29, 2021

5.0

She took the time to listen to me and I felt like she wanted to help me Explained what she wanted to do and why.

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September 28, 2021

5.0

She knew my information before meeting me Listened to me Asked smart questions and waited for my response Impressive attention

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September 27, 2021

5.0

Dr Kia was very through and informative

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September 21, 2021

5.0

She was knowledgeable and friendly.

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August 26, 2021

5.0

Dr. Kia was informative, friendly and I didn’t feel rushed

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August 18, 2021

5.0

Dr. Kia demonstrates professionalism and great interpersonal skills. She ask questions, listens, then prescribes.

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August 17, 2021

5.0

great MD listens

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August 11, 2021

5.0

Dr. Kia is amazing. She’s thoughtful, funny, kind, thorough, and has a great bedside manner. I consider myself lucky to have her as my doctor.

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August 10, 2021

5.0

I have only met Dr. Kia once and she was attentive, friendly, down to earth, and instilled confidence. She is easy to talk to and I am comfortable with her.

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August 04, 2021

5.0

I've seen her twice, she's professional, knowledgeable and easy to speak with. Very good rapport with me

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August 04, 2021

5.0

Dr.Kia asked a lot of questions, which assured me she was gathering the information she needed. She was kind and caring.

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July 25, 2021

5.0

Very friendly and thorough physician. Always answers my questions.

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July 21, 2021

5.0

She was amazing at helping me understand what to do and what we can do to figure out what’s wrong, no rush and very super friendly and helpful!!!

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July 15, 2021

5.0

Drs at appointment were very professional and empathetic with patient. Also received timely follow up by referred services after a message was left for them after their office hours.

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July 09, 2021

5.0

Really concerned about my condition.

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June 30, 2021

5.0

She was friendly knowledgeable and remembered our conversation per phone from over a year ago. She reviewed my Medical information and discussed my future plan of care and I truly have no worries. Drive in from Indiana and it was well worth the drive. Very caring doctor snd staff.

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June 25, 2021

5.0

She knew right away what was going on with me and just got to work to help me.

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June 24, 2021

5.0

Dr Kia takes her time, carefully explaining and answering questions

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June 23, 2021

5.0

Dr. Kia took time to discuss my concerns & explained well the procedure needed.

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June 11, 2021

5.0

Easy to talk to and informative.

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June 09, 2021

5.0

Very nice, friendly, & professional

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June 06, 2021

5.0

Kind, very qualified, professional and devoted

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June 04, 2021

4.0

Dr. Kia is very kind, patient, welcoming, caring, and understanding... She is interested in how you are doing and listens........ She answers your questions and hears your concerns....

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May 20, 2021

5.0

Su profesionalismo, atención y puntualidad. Muy explícita en su tratamiento y respondiendo claramente mis dudas.

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May 07, 2021

5.0

She was nice and answered every question I had

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May 07, 2021

5.0

She seems knowledgeable, listens well, suggest other things that sounds like it’s medically necessary to be sure it’s nothing more going on. This helps me feel some level of comfort and that I’m in good hands.

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May 05, 2021

5.0

She’s thorough and has good insight.

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April 29, 2021

5.0

Good experience with celiac and professional personality.

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April 28, 2021

5.0

She is a nice lady and an excellent medical source.

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April 23, 2021

5.0

She made me feel very comfortable and she was easy to communicate with.

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April 23, 2021

5.0

SHE IS A PHYSICIAN WHO ACTUALLYCARES ABOIT HERE PATIENTS AND SHOULD BE APROFESSOR NOT ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MEDICINE HAVING BEEN CARED BY BOTH MANY TIMES.

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April 21, 2021

5.0

Very good listener and knowledgeable about her specialty.

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April 20, 2021

5.0

She took the time to review my records, listened to my concerns and gave me her recommendations in an understandable way.

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April 18, 2021

5.0

Clear communication and very easy to discuss your health concerns.

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April 18, 2021

5.0

Friendly and informative

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April 14, 2021

5.0

Very kind, knowledgeable and efficient

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April 09, 2021

5.0

She listens and is concerned for her patients

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April 02, 2021

5.0

Personable.

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April 01, 2021

5.0

She has been wonderful since I have first met her a few months ago. She is making me feel so comfortable and going above and beyond.

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April 01, 2021

5.0

Dr. Kia, was very attentive and asked questions regarding my overall health and my procedure. She listened to my concerns and symptoms. Very easy to talk to. She explained the procedure and the process.

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March 31, 2021

5.0

Her knowledge and compassion for patients

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March 26, 2021

5.0

Dr. Kia is awesome, she’s very nice and very caring and wants to help me get better. She’s very attentive and always gets back to me quickly if I need something

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March 19, 2021

5.0

Me trato súper bien y en mi idioma 😊

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March 19, 2021

5.0

Dr. Kia spent an extended amount of time with me and my mother. She was attentive. She developed a step by step plan to evaluate and determine what my condition is and how to treat it.

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March 15, 2021

5.0

Compassionate Competent Professional

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March 14, 2021

5.0

She was very nice and did not rush the appointment

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February 28, 2021

5.0

She was personable, listened and suggested some steps to take. I often just get referred to other doctors.

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February 25, 2021

5.0

Dr Kia was untuned to me as a patient. She read my file so she was familiar with some of my history. She showed genuine concern regarding my symptoms and made suggestions going forward.

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February 24, 2021

5.0

She answered all my questions and we are on a path of dealing with all my health concerns

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February 21, 2021

5.0

Personable and easy to talk with about my health concerns. She is very responsive to these concerns.

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February 19, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring

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February 17, 2021

5.0

Dr. Kia is very competent and willing to listen.

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February 15, 2021

5.0

Dr. Kia is amazing!

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January 30, 2021

5.0

She was easy to communicate with and her reactions and suggestions made sense

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January 17, 2021

5.0

De Kia is knowledgeable, caring, and warm. She looks for different alternatives to treatment besides of prescription drugs if you ask for it and in that way she pays attention to what you say and want

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January 13, 2021

5.0

Again she listened, developed a plan for me! This is something I have struggled with for a long time so it’s nice to finally have someone that is listening.

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December 30, 2020

5.0

Listened to my concerns and communicated her thoughts clearly

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December 29, 2020

5.0

Her knowledge base, her kind manner, her prompt attention in every way. Excellent experience.

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December 27, 2020

5.0

Dr Kia has been amazing from when I first talked to her. She is going above and beyond to get me an answer to my health issues. I highly recommend her!

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December 23, 2020

5.0

Took a lot of time and really listened.

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December 18, 2020

5.0

But, again the distance from the south suburbs is a hindrance. I am extremely satisfied with her attention, my ease in communicating with her, her knowledge and professionalism.

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December 09, 2020

5.0

Very knowledgeable and very professional.

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December 07, 2020

5.0

She listens to you, the patient.

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December 02, 2020

5.0

I apppreciates the inclusion of behavioral, nutritional and alternative therapies.

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November 19, 2020

5.0

Explains very clearly and makes you feel comfortable

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November 18, 2020

5.0

Dr. Kia was very thorough and kind.

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November 18, 2020

5.0

Very professional

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November 15, 2020

4.0

I really don't know her that well yet but our first meeting was good.

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November 15, 2020

4.0

Because everything about NM is good

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November 13, 2020

5.0

Professional and caring about health of her patients. Excellent communicator.

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November 11, 2020

5.0

The best hospital

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Leila Kia, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

External Professional Relationships

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