Jessica W. Templer, MD

Jessica W. Templer, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Epilepsy

Secondary Specialty

  • Clinical Neurophysiology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Chicago Medical School - 2010
Residency:
Rush University Medical Center - 2014
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2015

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Clinical Neurophysiology (Certified)
  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Epilepsy (Certified)
  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology (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
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

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4.9
4.9 

189 Ratings

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March 28, 2022

5.0

Simply the best person on this planet! She truly cares about me as a patient and a person! Also she is the most knowledgeable doctor in her field and delivers information in a clear and caring way.

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March 07, 2022

5.0

She is patient and offers great advice.

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March 03, 2022

5.0

Dr Templer has excellent skills for being a doctor. She listens and is really concerned about patients. She is also very knowledgable. She makes you feel comfortable.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

Thoughtful, caring, thorough

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February 11, 2022

5.0

Dr. Templer she been the only Doctor that explain me good what I realy had of seizures. With all the check up and studys she found where I was having the seizures at. She found the way with her team to help me out to be a seizures free person. I'm seizure free for a year and almost 5month. Best Doctor I know and her team too. ♡

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February 10, 2022

5.0

Great personality, awesome advice

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February 07, 2022

5.0

Awesome Dr!

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January 31, 2022

5.0

I feel so very fortunate to be a patient of Dr. Templer's. She makes me feel involved in my care, and comfortable with each step and at every appointment.

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January 13, 2022

5.0

Dr Templer took a lot of time and really listened to me. She was thorough. Excellent bedside manner too.

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December 30, 2021

5.0

Helpful, knowledgeable, and works with my other doctors to understand the whole treatment and care plan holistically

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December 30, 2021

5.0

Paciente and kind

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December 27, 2021

5.0

Treats you like family. Incredibly knowledgeable. Good listener.

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Very helpful

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December 09, 2021

5.0

Dr Templer is incredible and answers every question with patience. She made sure I understood what my condition and situation is. I feel very very fortunate to be under her care.

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December 02, 2021

5.0

Dr. Templer’s listens to my concerns and provides recommendations based on those concerns.

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October 11, 2021

5.0

Very empathetic and understanding, providing options.

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October 04, 2021

5.0

Take the best care of her patients

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October 01, 2021

5.0

Best doctor I have ever worked with. She truly cares for her patients and goes above and beyond for them!

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September 27, 2021

5.0

Excellent medical staff. They had studied my record, listened to me and provided thoughtful advice.

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September 27, 2021

5.0

She is awesome, and I trust her.

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September 24, 2021

5.0

Very Diligent, Warming, And Professional.

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September 20, 2021

5.0

Dr Templer is the best, always happy to answer questions and speaks to patients in a way that’s easy to understand

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September 16, 2021

5.0

Love her! Understands the issues we are dealing with and responds in kind.

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September 13, 2021

5.0

Dr. Templer is very kind and reassuring. She answers EVERY question with patience and allows the patient to be involved in the decision making if situation fits. For instance she does not "tell" you what is happening/planned, she lets you be involved in the process. I cannot put into words how fortunate I feel having Dr Templer as my Doctor.

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September 13, 2021

5.0

She is an awesome Dr.

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September 09, 2021

5.0

She is the best!

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September 09, 2021

5.0

Dr Templer is thorough , timely, caring, and very friendly.

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September 09, 2021

5.0

She has been so helpful during our appts and she is very kind too.

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August 23, 2021

5.0

Very caring, responsive and on top of her game

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July 22, 2021

5.0

Dr. Templer was just who I needed today. She is so intuitive, seems to have grasped all the important stuff I was trying to say and really gave the feeling that she cared and wanted to help me. Gave great advice as to moving forward with a concise plan.

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July 22, 2021

5.0

She understands the various types of seizures. She is very professional and caring,

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July 21, 2021

5.0

I must say hands down,Microphone drop she is the “BEST� Neurologist I ever had.I must say furthermore her students the ones that I’ve seen are gonna be a force to reckon with the ones that paid attention. However Dr.Templer from the time you walk in she greets you she just kind hearted and gets to the meat and potatoes she asked about my Epilesy and was thorough She asked if any medical records it was a lot and that was the first visit I’ve been going for years now. Let’s not forget whenever it doesn’t matter If you have a seizure make sure you send it what happened through my chart and she will definitely get right back to you next day. Also she she tries to get you in depending on how bad seizure was and she monitors your medication very very well and your levels and you’re all around health and your day-to-day she’s just a all-around Neurologist especially dealing with epilepsy patient. Also she works with your primary so both of them can know what’s going on with you yeah definitely 10 stars if they have more she definitely would get them.

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June 18, 2021

5.0

Really good doctor

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June 17, 2021

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable about my care over the years that’s very important to me. I feel like she has a vested interest in my continued wellbeing.

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June 02, 2021

5.0

Dr. Templer is an extraordinary doctor who has been working with me for the past 6 or 7 years. She genuinely cares about her patients and take the time to talk with them.

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June 02, 2021

5.0

I like the way Dr. Jessica W. Templer cares for her patient. I think she did an awesome job for me as her patient even if it was just over the phone. I feel her care is genuine and she is very attentive to my health concerns, very knowledgeable of her field.

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May 08, 2021

5.0

Highly professional and superior knowledge and a brilliant sparkling personality !!!

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April 30, 2021

5.0

Dr. Templer is an amazing doctor. She’s practical, patient, understanding. I am so grateful to be under her care.

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April 29, 2021

5.0

She was very comforting answered all of my questions and addressed all of my concerns.

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April 18, 2021

5.0

Dr Templer is one of the most compassionate and kind physicians I have ever met. Her positive attitude is infectious but what I admire most is her extensive knowledge, skill and common sense.

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April 16, 2021

5.0

She had time to answer all of my wife's and my questions. She took our feedback and we were able to find a treatment plan that fit my needs as well as still treated me in a way that was medically beneficial

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April 12, 2021

5.0

Although extremely busy, she cares for my unique situation as if she had no other patients.

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April 11, 2021

5.0

Though it’s my first appointment with her, I was comfortable with her and she was very thorough. She know what she’s doing professionally.

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February 24, 2021

5.0

She is wonderful.

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February 22, 2021

5.0

She seems engaged and to sincerely care

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February 18, 2021

5.0

Dr. Templer and her staff are amazing - attentive, prompt responses, very caring, very knowledgeable

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February 16, 2021

5.0

Kind thoughtful very intelligent and always timely.she’s like family ever since my brain aneurysm surgery in 2019

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February 15, 2021

5.0

She was very friendly. I'm just very happy to hear more good news.

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February 05, 2021

5.0

Muy buena Neurologa me gusta su atención por sus paciente

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February 05, 2021

5.0

Trust her recommendations

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February 05, 2021

5.0

Excellent Doctor patient interaction. Very patient. All questions and concerns addressed.

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February 01, 2021

5.0

Dr. Templer’s Professionalism Is Just Infectious. She’s Very, Very, Diligent, Detailed, And Very Attentive.

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January 28, 2021

5.0

She asked questions that help her understand my stage in life while recommending what is best and most important for my health.

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January 28, 2021

5.0

Very knowledgeable, straight to the point and wants my condition to be fixed 100%

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January 26, 2021

5.0

Knowledge and share interest in my case

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January 18, 2021

5.0

Her professionalism.

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January 17, 2021

5.0

Love her personality.

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January 15, 2021

5.0

Dr. Templer provided exceptional care by explaining clearly her thoughts on my tumor and symptoms. She listened attentively and thoughtfully. She spent time asking thorough questions as to how I feel. She ended by ordering certain tests and explained why she was proceeding with a certain data-collection strategy. I recommend her wholeheartedly.

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January 14, 2021

4.0

Don’t know her that well yet, only had telehealth visits

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December 25, 2020

5.0

She always takes the time, interest, and care to understand my condition and provide and explain helpful next steps.

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December 21, 2020

5.0

She is good at what she do and she take good care of me.

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December 18, 2020

5.0

Dr. Jessica Templer is caring, loving doctor. She makes sure that you have enough medicine and she keeps up with patient’s visits.

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December 10, 2020

5.0

She is fantastic and cares deeply for me and you can tell she personally takes care of each of her patients

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December 08, 2020

5.0

She is kind, understanding, supportive and extremely capable.

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December 07, 2020

5.0

Very Professional, Patient, and detailed oriented.

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November 09, 2020

3.0

Seems very good but schedule is very busy

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November 05, 2020

5.0

She is a great physician.

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November 05, 2020

5.0

I really love my doctor, she understands me and my personality. She has the same goals as I do and listens to me.

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November 05, 2020

5.0

Dr. Templer has my best interests in the appointments that we have. She is extremely smart, caring, and empathetic.

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November 05, 2020

5.0

I am very happy with the Doctors that treat me and have a great deal of confidence in their advice.

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November 03, 2020

5.0

A thousand times, yes.I would not even know where to start - extremely knowledgeable p, kind, researched...amazing.

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November 03, 2020

5.0

Incredibly attentive; constantly went above and beyond (and still do) to help me treat and manage my condition.

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October 27, 2020

5.0

shes a very good doctor

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October 27, 2020

5.0

I Love them

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October 08, 2020

5.0

Dr J Templer took her time to ask questions and answer my questions Thank you

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October 05, 2020

5.0

Anyone would be lucky to have her as their Dr.

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October 05, 2020

5.0

She is very caring and attentive!

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October 01, 2020

5.0

Questions r answered quickly by her or team on my epilepsy

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October 01, 2020

5.0

Very best is always professional at every point thru process oncology Doctor is number one in my books that group cares deeply for my health, I know there's others under there care they make me feel I'm the only patient...

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September 28, 2020

5.0

She is so personable, caring , kind, funny and extremely knowledgeable! She is a great physician!

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September 28, 2020

5.0

Love love Dr Templer!

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September 18, 2020

5.0

On time. Paying attention. Clear.

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September 17, 2020

5.0

All the same detail I noted above. My care has been impeccable and I trust Dr. Templer.

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September 17, 2020

5.0

Dr Templer and all her nurses and team are amazing and so helpful. Dr Templer communicate so clearly, listens well, and has compassion and understanding for me (her patient). I always feel heard and respected while getting information that I need and that is essential to my situation. The timely responses are also something that I am so impressed by.

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September 10, 2020

5.0

Dr Templar is great and very complete

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September 04, 2020

5.0

She really cares and has helped me since the day I met her! So thankful to have her part of my team.

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September 04, 2020

5.0

Templer is amazing!! She cares and takes time to support me and answer all my questions.

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August 31, 2020

5.0

Dr. Templer was very kind. She took the time to listen & I was very talkative. My mom assisted me on the video chat & Dr. Templer welcomed her as well. When we were done I had a new prescription, an appointment, & explanations about the meds that I'm currently on & why they're making me feel the way I do.

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August 31, 2020

5.0

I just met Dr. Templer & she spent over an hour consulting with me. That says a lot about her as a physician.

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August 31, 2020

5.0

Very knowledgeable, explained everything so I could understand it, found solution for my problem!

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August 31, 2020

5.0

Explained everything clearly, laid out all options, listened, treatment plan has been successful!

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August 17, 2020

5.0

Dr Templer is an exceptionally bright and caring doctor.

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August 13, 2020

5.0

Great doctor, took time to make sure I understood and was comfortable with what she said about my treatment and care.

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July 27, 2020

5.0

The scale honestly needs to be higher when speaking of Dr.Templer she's more like a 25. Dr.Templer is the type of Neurologist/Doctor that everyone needs she goes above and beyond. She feels like family she's a genuine woman, handles everything right there so you can see it. Also if not your in constant contact MyChart when I have a seizure her team of nurses are excellent as well. They stay on It very detailed oriented. Dr. Templer will get to the root of Seizure and figure out a solution. She handles her business for me as her patient without me having to ask she does she just knows what I need. She's been a Blessing to me as her patient!

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July 27, 2020

5.0

Dr Templer is great. She is very professional and is equally approachable and caring. Her support team is also great .Dr Templar explains medical information in a manner that is easy to understand She is a good listens and doesn't rush the patient

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July 22, 2020

5.0

Dr. Templar is very knowledgeable, patient and professional. We're she's going to be helping my husband with his seizure management.

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July 20, 2020

5.0

Gives you confidence and is personable and gives you the time you need.

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July 03, 2020

5.0

Explained medical things well. Reviewed background and reasons for next path of treatment. Excellent happy bedside manner. Listen's well.

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July 03, 2020

5.0

Very thorough. Prepped us appropriately. Timely. Always very polite and accommodating.

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July 01, 2020

5.0

I love the way Dr Templer explains things and really helps me understand what she needs to communicate. She also asks helpful questions and communicates why those answers are helpful. Her nurse is also very helpful and so quick to get back to me and I appreciate that level of patient care.

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Jessica W. Templer, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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