Oluwateniola E. Brown, MD

Oluwateniola E. Brown, MD

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Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry - 2014
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2018
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2021

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Obstetrics and Gynecology (Certified)
  • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant 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
Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital

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4.9
4.9 

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April 25, 2024

5.0

Good first impressions . Answered my questions. Gave me options. We will figure out what might work for me.

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April 25, 2024

5.0

She explained so much and I really liked her approach to my health care plan

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April 24, 2024

5.0

She seemed very knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable

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April 24, 2024

5.0

She was wonderful! She took the time to examine me, explained everything well and answered my questions. I felt heard, and cared for and my expectations for this appointment were exceeded.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Explains what is happening. Profesional.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Brown was very thorough and explained my options in details. Very patient with my questions and pleasant bedside manners.

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Loved her bedside manner.

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April 04, 2024

5.0

Doctor was very thorough and was concerned about my emotional state. Several options were discussed regarding my situation.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Not only is Dr. Brown incredibly knowledgeable and thorough, she is also very warm and caring.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Thorough, professional, great communication skills.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

See above. She was terrific

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March 25, 2024

5.0

Friendly, and very confident

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March 20, 2024

5.0

She the best

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March 20, 2024

5.0

very easy to talk to, good at explaining, could answer all my questions very confidently.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

She was amazing she explain everything to me.

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March 17, 2024

5.0

Personable, confidence inspiring.

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March 14, 2024

5.0

She is a very trained doctor and because of her patient care, she is always looking for the best for the patient, and because she always has time to answer my questions.

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. Brown and her surgery team are high niche medical professionals

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Well experience , make me feel comfortable, explained every steps to me.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Dr Brown is the best. Sympathetic, treats you with compassion and dignity. Never leaves anything unanswered. Funny and great bedside manner

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March 11, 2024

5.0

Competent, reassuring and willing to listen to my concerns.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

She was patient with me

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March 11, 2024

5.0

I received good care.

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March 08, 2024

5.0

Professional, great bedside and great results.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Dr Brown was very nice from the moment she walked in the room. She explained everything through the exam and answered my numerous questions. I would highly recommend Dr Brown.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Efficient

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March 04, 2024

4.0

she appeared interested in me and answered my questions

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February 27, 2024

5.0

because she is the best

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February 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. Brown was very personable, professional and performed [procedure] very well.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

I was satisfied with her courteous and professional behavior. Her explanations were thorough and informative.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Dr Brown is so professional she knows her stuff

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February 21, 2024

5.0

For the very reasons as cited above. Patient, having anxiety is understandably concerned regarding planned surgery: 1. With detail how so undertaken 2. What complications might occur and can be done to mitigate 3. Of options made known, what is her preference and like manner, on and on...

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Dr.Brown explain my case to me the pros and the cons

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February 21, 2024

5.0

She was excellent at helping me think through my problems and helping me arrive at a plan for a solution.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

As discussed above, Dr. Brown was so warm and caring and kept me advised during each step of the procedure.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

See above. And Nurse Kelly was great too!

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February 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Brown was very thorough, answered all my questions and concerns and she put me at ease during my appointment :)

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February 15, 2024

5.0

So knowledgeable and great bedside manner.

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February 15, 2024

5.0

She explained what she was going to do, discussed options- very knowledgeable

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Very kind, concise, and clear.

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February 14, 2024

5.0

Smart and caring

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February 09, 2024

5.0

An amazingly knowledgeable, kind and patient doctor. She listens to your concerns and discusses the issues plainly.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Brown is a great. She engages in reflective listening, throughly explains questions in a manner that I understand. She's empathic and easy to talk with.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

He treated me very well

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February 07, 2024

5.0

I repeat the attention, respect [Patient's name] the patient. Thank you

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February 05, 2024

5.0

The recuperation time for my prolapse surgery took twice as long (9 weeks) than projected.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Brown is a Jewel. She introduced herself, welcomed me, explained everything and answered all of my questions. I am so happy she's my doctor.

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February 02, 2024

5.0

Dr. Brown was amazing. So approachable, kind and informative. None of my negative experience or unexpected side effects had to do with Dr. Brown. She was very lovely throughout the whole process!

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February 01, 2024

5.0

She has great bedside manner. She is very knowledgeable, good at articulating to the patient all aspects of my treatment, understanding ,and empathetic. She has a calmness about her which is picked up by the patient, as well as she excludes confidence which is very comforting to the patient who is about to have major surgery !!!!

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January 25, 2024

5.0

She listens to my concerns, is patient, thorough and includes me in decisions about my care.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

The doctor is very nice, explained my condition very well.

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January 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Brown is not only personable, but very qualified. The last uro-gynecologist I saw recommended 12 weeks of ineffective acupuncture that my insurance didn't even cover. She never recommended botox for overactive bladder. Imagine my surprise to learn it's been used for over 20 years.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Very understanding & responsive

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Caring. Informative. Compassionate

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Very good Dr. made me very comfortable as a patient. Concerned how my recovery has gone after surgery.

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January 21, 2024

5.0

She has been helpful with my symptoms. They have come back but I am being re evaluated for further treatment

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Amazing surgeon and very caring person.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

I found Dr. Brown to be very friendly efficient and knowledgeable. She spent enough time with me and clearly explained everything to me.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

She spent time listening to my concerns and answering questions. She shared in the decision making for taking the next steps. She indicated to follow up with her in six months. Also, she stated if I had any concerns she explained how to contact her to be seen promptly.

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January 17, 2024

5.0

She is exact in her procedures, very friendly too.

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January 15, 2024

5.0

Very kind and professional.

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January 07, 2024

5.0

Explains things thoroughly and answers my questions. Doesn't rush.

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Dr Brown very confident and knowledgeable in her field of expertise.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly.

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December 26, 2023

5.0

Fantastic and compassionate. I always feel heard and that she cares and sees me as a whole person

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December 21, 2023

5.0

She spent the time explaining to me in medical and layman's terms, everything about my condition and the different options of types of surgeries she would perform on in the coming year. She had a calming and patient demeanor about her which helped keep me at ease. She also seemed very knowledgeable and confident in her care plan for my condition. I will schedule my surgery with her in 2024.

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Absolutely wonderful! Dr. Brown puts you at ease immediately. She is the rare doctor with superior knowledge and bedside manner.

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brown, simply the best, thank you very much!

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Thoroughly explained everything, answered all questions. Particular appreciated Dr Brown pointing out that this information was a lot to take in; that I needed to give myself time to digest it, and contact her with any further questions etc.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Very pleasant experience.

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December 13, 2023

4.0

Easy to talk to.

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brown is a Excellent Doctor & Surgeon : )

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December 10, 2023

5.0

Kind, understanding, professional.

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December 08, 2023

5.0

She is responsible with her patients.

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December 08, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brown listened to all my questions and concerns without making me feel rushed.

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December 08, 2023

5.0

Listens to patients. Ask insightful questions

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Very easy to talk with.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Professional and understanding of how we feel as patients..Such kindness, making us feel comfortable & taking the anxiety & stress out of the picture Thank You Dr O Brown

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Whenever I have doubts about my illnesses, she explains them to me so that I understand and she gives me her time during my appointments, very kindly.

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brown made me feel comfortable and she is a gifted surgeon.

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December 04, 2023

5.0

She was very warm and inviting and informative about everything.

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November 30, 2023

5.0

Love them

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November 30, 2023

5.0

She took time to explain exactly what she was going to do. Very friendly & put me at ease.

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November 29, 2023

5.0

Caring and explained well the situation

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November 28, 2023

5.0

Her style of care and interaction with the patient (me) is what I expect and hope to see in a doctor. With a history of the problems I was having, I greatly appreciate Doctor Brown's willingness to spend time to fully explain what had happened to the pelvic floor over time, and the available options for making the necessary repairs that could improve my health and day-to-day life.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

She was friendly and listened to my issues. Provided guidance and best solutions.

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November 24, 2023

5.0

Seems extremely well trained. Friendly and professional.

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November 22, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brown was very concerned and she will do anything to try to help me with the problem I was having if she could..

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November 20, 2023

5.0

Dr Brown is very empathetic and Professional. She helped me very very much and I appreciate it.

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November 20, 2023

5.0

She had excellent bed side manners.

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November 19, 2023

5.0

She was thorough, personable and relatable! Loved her!

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November 16, 2023

5.0

Listened and was very knowledgeable

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November 16, 2023

5.0

Dr Brown explained my options and answered my questions

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November 16, 2023

5.0

Excellent listener, clinician and caring personality

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Her professional experience in helping me with my issues

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Very pleasant and easy to talk to

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November 08, 2023

5.0

Dr. Brown explained things so that I could understand and presented me with various treatment options.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Her communication through out my pre surgical, surgical and post surgical was professional, empathetic and thorough. She took all the time I needed to work through everything. I feel like she cares. Most importantly, the surgery was successful due to her skill and dedication.

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November 03, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable, friendly and easy to understand and talk with regarding your issues.

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November 03, 2023

5.0

She put me right at ease, took her time to explain all my options and decided with me which course of treatment to go with

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Oluwateniola E. Brown, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

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