Neil J. Stone, MD

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Primary Specialty

Cardiology

Secondary Specialty

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Practice Focus Areas

  • Lipid Disorders

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1968
Residency:
Brigham and Women's Hospital - 1970
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1975

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (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 Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

5.0
5.0 

1224 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

August 30, 2022

5.0

Dr Stone is the best - I would trust him with my life

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August 30, 2022

5.0

I have been seeing Dr Stone for over 40 years. No reason to stop now.

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August 22, 2022

5.0

A very concerned and thorough individual. Dr. Stone is a VERY caring physician.

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Very personable and wonderful in explaining what he is planning.

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August 21, 2022

5.0

He is the best. He is prepared, professional, and the best in the business.

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August 18, 2022

5.0

For 30 years I’ve been in his superior care.

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Very thorough, attentive, knowledgeable and caring.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Stone is very caring and professional. He customizes care to meet your individual needs. He is always there for the patient.

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August 16, 2022

5.0

He is a great listener, provides useful advice, and is clearly at the top of his field. Thank you, Dr. Stone!

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Knowledge Kindness

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August 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. stone’s bedside manner is the best. Also, his knowledge is deep.

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August 15, 2022

5.0

Very good physician. Clear explanation of hypercholesterolemia. Listens intensely. Extremely knowledgeable and kind. For me as a 71 year old dule transplant patient he is the best.

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August 15, 2022

5.0

Simply excellent doctor!!

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August 14, 2022

5.0

Explained to me why he's going to cut down or add new meds!

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August 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Stone is the epitome of what a knowledgable, caring physician should be. I literally put my life in his capable hands and am confident in his judgement. Additionally, I observed the way he mentors medical students with respect and many clinical pearls that will make them capable physicians.

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August 13, 2022

5.0

Beyond his impressive experience and proficiency as a cardiologist, Dr. Stone's manner is patient and fully engaged, his examination is thorough and unhurried, and his explanations and advice are clear.

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August 13, 2022

5.0

he happens to be the best of the best

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August 13, 2022

5.0

He is a excellent Dr. He is very thorough on everything.

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August 12, 2022

5.0

Dr Stone cares about his patients and is very thorough with his work.

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August 12, 2022

5.0

Great doctor who works with patients to come up with a great health plan that is motivating and executable

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August 11, 2022

5.0

He’s really knowledgeable and thorough.

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Very thourough, Dr stone and his team explained every aspect of my care and the reasoning behind the decisions. The entire visit was positive

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Stone is exceedingly wise and gentle. He takes the time necessary to gather all of the information needed to make an accurate diagnosis.

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August 08, 2022

5.0

The same he was the best!!

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August 07, 2022

5.0

He spent an hour with me going over in detail my medical condition. He explained everything in a manner I fully understood. Answered all of my questions and made recommendations on next steps.

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August 07, 2022

5.0

Not only is he extremely competent , he cares about his patients

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August 06, 2022

5.0

Best doctor I have ever had. Always follows up.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

Gives me all the time needed and his follow up is more than expected. He is very thoughtful

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August 04, 2022

5.0

Dr. Stone was incredibly knowledgable and thorough. Dr. Stone provided clear explanations of my condition and care plan that cut through the typical emotional fog that can accompany stressful doctor visits, along with easy to follow action steps to improve. I appreciated understanding his process so when he could not answer a question, I knew it was because he doesn’t like speaking with authority until he has all the facts and did not want to guess when he could know when the test results come through. I also liked how Dr. Stone mentored his team through my exam, which added to my feeling of being incredibly well cared for. Thank you!

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August 04, 2022

5.0

Excellent physicianExtremely knowledgeable and top of his game Nice and very interested in patients

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August 03, 2022

5.0

He is professional and extremely knowledgeable. He’s definitely a 10 out of 10.

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August 01, 2022

5.0

Because Dr. Stone is an absolute genius and a gem.

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July 31, 2022

5.0

Compassion and level of care

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July 31, 2022

5.0

learned expert in lipid disorders

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July 30, 2022

5.0

I have seen this physician twice, and each time he has surpassed any other physician I have met with at NWM. When he entered the room (with his intern/resident), he looked me in the eyes and asked how I was. Then he asked me to remind him who I live with. He was clearly checking to make sure I had some sort of support in my life before conducting the pro-forma checklist. In a post-pandemic world, this is so important. He is warm and engaging AND the most thorough physician I've ever met. For example, in trying to narrow down a problem, he and his intern spent nearly an hour with me reviewing my history (both in mychart and through conversation). When his intern/resident moved to the computer to check basic symptom information, rather than leaving the room, Dr. Stone sat behind her to gently guide/monitor the conversation. He appears to take his roles as both a physician and mentor seriously and approaches both in an exemplary manner. Finally, Dr. Stone uses his years of expertise to think outside the box of the cardiac standard of care playbook. For example, although his specialty is cardiology, he's the doctor who suggested I may have a thyroid imbalance. Initially, I was a bit confused during the exam when he checked my Achilles reflex. In doing so, he noted the response was 'sluggish' and suggested I get my thyroid levels checked. A few weeks later, my PCP confirmed Dr. Stone's suspicion. A cardiologist that sees the body as interconnected and takes the time to check my Achilles for a hormone problem made my heart happy!

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July 30, 2022

5.0

Nice bedside manner

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July 30, 2022

5.0

He cares!!!

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July 29, 2022

5.0

He seems to be on the frontier of his field.

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July 29, 2022

5.0

He knows it like no other.

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July 28, 2022

5.0

Great experience

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Most thorough doctor I’ve ever seen. Takes the time to get to know his patients and create a reasonable and achievable plan with them. Couldn’t recommend him enough.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Dr. Stone is a really wonderful physician. He takes his time, is generous in sharing his knowledge and I feel that he truly cares for me as a whole person. He always takes everything I say seriously, which I truly appreciate -- it makes me less self-conscious about bringing concerns to him. I so appreciate his compassion and expertise.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Dr. Stone always takes his time and covers all the bases.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Dr. Stone is an outstanding physician. He has been a great asset to your hospital system for years. He is thoughtful and he keeps up with latest information. He stands out from the crowd of providers…

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July 25, 2022

5.0

He was very organized and professional

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July 20, 2022

5.0

Neil no doubt has been teaching many, many young doctors at Northwestern for years, and some of them will remain at Northwestern, using their Own skills and knowledge gained from him!

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July 19, 2022

5.0

He is the BEST 👍

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July 18, 2022

5.0

Best Doctor ever!

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July 18, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and easy to understand. Personable.

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July 16, 2022

5.0

Explain everything very nice

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July 15, 2022

3.0

Good as a Doctor, so rude as a person.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

World class cardiologist and loving man.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Very patient. Explains everything so you have a better understanding of what is happening. Does not rush thru your appointment.

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July 14, 2022

4.0

Dr Stone is extremely thorough, knowledgeable, & trustworthy. He has dramatically improved my heart health. He’s discovered things other cardiologists haven’t. I feel like he’s a top specialist on a global level. He does however struggle to discuss sensitive subjects with a modern, empathetic approach. Every time I visit, there is commentary about being overweight, and how women are always happier and feel better about themselves when they lose weight. I’m aware I’m overweight, but this kind of commentary is so outdated.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

Dr Stone is very methodical in his style of communications as well as his knowledge of the issue.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

very thorough and pleasant doctor

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Very caring. Explains clearly

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Exceptional, caring doctor

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July 12, 2022

5.0

He is a very careful, caring and thorough doctor

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July 09, 2022

5.0

Dr.Stone is a wonderful doctor..knowledgeable and concerned about his patients welfareand care

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July 08, 2022

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and responsive to personal circumstances and questions

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July 06, 2022

5.0

He is caring, thoughtful, highly experienced. I am fortunate to be under his care.

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July 03, 2022

5.0

He is a very personal Dr and is an expert in his field

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July 01, 2022

5.0

Very thorough conference

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June 30, 2022

5.0

He is the best doctor I’ve ever had… period. He cares- he’s available - he is so incredibly smart with the best bedside manner.

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June 29, 2022

5.0

He knows what he is doing He simncerely wants to help.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Thorough health evaluation of past/present condition.

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June 27, 2022

5.0

Great care! Dr. Stone is extremely thorough, caring and attentive (answers all my questions and listens to my concerns).

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June 27, 2022

5.0

Very thorough explains everything

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June 26, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable, patient oriented

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June 24, 2022

5.0

Dr Stone is not only a very intelligent cardiologist but a doctor who cares deeply for his patient and provides the best of care.

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June 22, 2022

5.0

The best there is.

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June 21, 2022

5.0

Excellent concern and professional care by Dr.Stone and his staff.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

The professionalism, intelligence and care given is rare in todays society!!!!

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Brilliant Thorough Caring Doctor!

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Dr Stone was an incredibly knowledgeable and expert diagnostician and he described in detail a treatment plan -he took time to fully analyze family history and patient history and conveyed his opinions in a respectful manner

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Efficient

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. Stone is the best.

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June 15, 2022

5.0

Emphatic Great wisdom

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June 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Neil Stone is a wonderful, caring human being...not to mention a GREAT doctor.He has saved me and is prolonging my life.

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June 11, 2022

5.0

Somehow he manages to slowly but surely change my behaviors affecting my health.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Dr.Stone was one of the most thorough doctors I’ve ever been to, he took his time getting to know my history, asking questions, and trying to understand who I was so he could treat me with an individualized plan accordingly. He was kind, humble and informative!

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June 08, 2022

5.0

He is extraordinarily knowledgeable, detailed, perceptive and the best of the best.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Very attentive to my concerns and questions. Did not rush the appointment and explained what test he was recommending.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Vert caring and knowledgeable

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Very nice , thorough, understanding, took time and explained everything

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Words are insufficient to express my gratitude for the medical care provided by Dr. Stone. His devotion to his patients and his outstanding medical treatment are unparalleled.

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June 06, 2022

5.0

He covered several topics to understand how to live a healthy life.

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Superior expertise, great caring and concern

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May 31, 2022

5.0

Careful doctor who is invested with the best care for his patients. Always responsive.

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May 30, 2022

5.0

He cares about you.

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May 27, 2022

5.0

He is a great doctor and a very special person.

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May 26, 2022

5.0

Brilliant and funny!

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May 26, 2022

5.0

He sees my entire family for their cardiac needs.

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Fine doctor

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Really attentive to my needs and concerns

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March 30, 2022

5.0

Dr stone is devoted to my health . He is methodical and detaild as well as truly caring .

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March 29, 2022

5.0

he's a whiz at cardiology.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Long experience of extremely good care and ongoing concern for my good health.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

The genuine care given.

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  • American College of Cardiology (ACC)
  • National Lipid Association

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