Elizabeth M. Retzer, MD

Elizabeth M. Retzer, MD

4.9 
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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 2008
Residency:
University of Chicago - 2011
Fellowships:
University of Chicago - 2014
University of Chicago - 2015

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Dr Retzer is very professional and personal. She is an excellent doctor.

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Retzer is the most professional, compassionate cardiologist, she truly cares about her patients. I have had the pleasure of having her as my heart surgeon and I will recommend her to everyone.

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April 23, 2025

5.0

She is great

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April 22, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and treats me with respect.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

She is a caring doctor. She listens. I trust her.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

As I stated previously I have total confidence in Dr Retzer. It is obvious how much she cares for her patients and gave her undivided attention to all my questions and concerns. Amazing doctor.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable about treatment and a wonderful bedside manner

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Competent

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Elizabeth M. Retzer, MD is a great doctor

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April 15, 2025

5.0

She is right to the point recommends what you need to do stay in good.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Very personable, addresses your concerns and doesn't brush them away like other doctors I no longer visit. Also, great personality, listens to you

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April 07, 2025

5.0

attention to detail

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April 05, 2025

5.0

Dr Retzer was very pleasant. She addressed all my concernd.

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April 04, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant, great bedside manner which is rare, accountable when running late, and like a friend offering great advice.

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April 04, 2025

5.0

She is down to earth and extremely approachable

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April 04, 2025

5.0

She is very personable and knowledgeable.

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April 03, 2025

5.0

She listens and cares

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April 03, 2025

5.0

Great medical care. Dr. Retzer saved my life 5 years ago and I've never felt better and well cared for!

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April 03, 2025

5.0

She is great!

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Retzer is thorough, informative & very kind.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Excellent physician

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk to and explains everything

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Retzer is very attentive, profesional and cares about her patients

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March 13, 2025

5.0

Excellent experience with this doctor

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March 13, 2025

5.0

She's been helping me for many years

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Excellent and thorough communicator.

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March 07, 2025

5.0

She has a very positive approach

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March 07, 2025

5.0

She's knowledgeable, explains things well and very caring

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Efficient, knowledgeable, respectful. Answered all my questions and concerns

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March 05, 2025

4.0

She's a good physician.

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March 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Retzer is very knowledgeable, listens well, keeps me calm when I'm upset about my heart or meds.

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Explains in detail your situation

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Very Smart kind considerate & caring

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March 03, 2025

5.0

She listened and answered my questions. I loved she wasn't on her laptop the whole time.

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March 02, 2025

5.0

She told time with me, and answered my questions and concerns.

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March 01, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable. She is a very good listener and makes sure that you understand everything.

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February 28, 2025

5.0

I'm still alive 8 years later

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February 25, 2025

5.0

So friendly and always a smile! Very knowledgeable as well

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Beyond very much knowing her subject matter. She also understands people.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

She was very conscientious and explained all of my tests that I had done prior to seeing her being that I was new and she put my mind at ease that the things that I do have are not life-threatening and they are normal at a certain age.

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Wanted to have a second opinion and I highly valued what she had to say! Will continue to see her!

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February 20, 2025

5.0

Very caring person kind of doctor you would want

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February 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Retzer was very good at explaining everything and she did exactly what she said!

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February 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Is informative , makes you feel secure and good

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February 11, 2025

5.0

personable , does not sugar coat her answers

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February 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Retzer is confident and kind. She provided exactly the medical services that I required. I trust her expertise.

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January 31, 2025

5.0

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January 31, 2025

5.0

Competent and listens. Explains well.

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January 30, 2025

5.0

Saved my life and continues to protect and care

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January 30, 2025

5.0

She takes time to explain things really well, asks me lots of questions, very thorough, compassionate.

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January 27, 2025

5.0

Her friendly caring nature make you comfortable

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January 26, 2025

5.0

I had several questions and she took the time to explain.

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Retzer takes the time to explain things in terms we can understand and gives you as much time as needed to make sure we're on the same page to keep you healthy. Explaining any procedures, Tests, and next steps. I would definitely suggest her to anybody that needs a cardiologist.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Very personable. Took the time to answer all my questions. Provided details on next steps.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

and Dr. Retzer was amazing and very caring and treated me as an individual.

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January 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Retzer is highly recommended by her colleagues.

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January 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Retzer explained the procedures and reasoning for them very well. She answered all of our questions directly and professionally.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

I have confidence in Dr Retzer

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January 06, 2025

5.0

very happy patient

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January 04, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable, thorough, takes her time and explains issues.

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January 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Retzer really listens to her patients and makes sure you understand what she is telling you.

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January 02, 2025

5.0

I feel Dr. Retzer is very knowledgeable in her field. Her manner is friendly, engaging and informative. She has my complete trust.

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January 01, 2025

5.0

Good. Practical approach

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December 31, 2024

5.0

She evokes confidence and had a supportive manner. Recovery was uneventful.

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December 21, 2024

5.0

Dedicated to my overall care, showing compassion and understanding

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Spent time with me. Listened to my concerns and explained the next steps.

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December 18, 2024

5.0

She is attentive, listens and prepares for the appointment (reading charts, test results etc)

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December 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Retzer is very caring and listens to all concerns and always takes her time. Highly recommend her.

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December 16, 2024

4.0

Preliminary 1st visit went very well

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Very thorough and concerned!

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December 04, 2024

5.0

Kind and caring Dr

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December 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Retzer is the Greatest. She's professional and handles emergency situations with such professionalism,care.

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November 25, 2024

5.0

The Doctor asked and listened as I went through my history of my heart issues, this was a catchup visit as I needed to change Doctors due to a change in insurance.

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November 23, 2024

5.0

Listens well , good questions, not in a hurry, seems to care, etc

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November 21, 2024

5.0

I always have her full attention and concern.

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November 21, 2024

5.0

see above aand I love her demeanor and concerning attitude

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November 18, 2024

5.0

Good, explains things well. Calming

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November 15, 2024

5.0

Friendly and knowledgeable

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November 12, 2024

5.0

Love her. Kind smart and friendly

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November 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. Retzer is an excellent surgeon. I was very comfortable with her and my recovery time was very fast.

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November 07, 2024

5.0

She is the best.

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November 07, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable attentive caring

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November 06, 2024

5.0

She is always professional and personable. She really cares about her patients.

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November 05, 2024

5.0

Listens, take time to explain the condition treatment options in an understandable way.

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November 05, 2024

4.0

Pleasant, friendly bedside manner. Seemed very knowledgeable & gave clear explanation of my situation.

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November 05, 2024

5.0

She is the best, period! I feel I'm being taken care of completely.

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November 03, 2024

5.0

Experience and knowledge

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November 02, 2024

5.0

I have heart disease in my family history. My aunt has already made an appointment with Dr. Retzer to be seen the beginning of Jan.

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November 02, 2024

5.0

She's darn good for what ails you. When it comes to medical matters of the heart she is The Bomb.

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October 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Retzer listened to my problems and is willing to find the cause.

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October 23, 2024

5.0

Dr Retzer is the greatest cardiologist I have ever worked with. Very easy to talk to and I feel she is always looking out for me.

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October 22, 2024

5.0

She is very knowledgeable confident doctor

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October 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Retzer is my cardiologist and I believe she is invested in my heart health and ongoing care needs.

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October 22, 2024

5.0

She is very caring and friendly.

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October 21, 2024

5.0

Friendly and easy to talk to Willing to answer all your questions.

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October 19, 2024

5.0

She is a good doctor that is personable and will explain anything needed.

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October 18, 2024

5.0

She is an excellent doctor.

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October 17, 2024

5.0

She is good

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October 14, 2024

5.0

She listens and carefully answers questions. Dr. Retzer always reviews my chart and checks labs before coming into the room to discuss my care. I feel confident that she is giving me the best advice on my treatment plan. Dr. Retzer is very compassionate! I would highly recommend her.

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October 12, 2024

5.0

Caring, listens to patient concerns and questions, not rushed during visit.

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Elizabeth M. Retzer, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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