Ranya N. Sweis, MD

Ranya N. Sweis, MD

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Primary Specialty

Interventional Cardiology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Duke University School of Medicine - 2002
Residency:
University of Michigan Health System - 2006
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2009
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2010

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March 03, 2014

Languages Spoken

  • Arabic

Board Certifications

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

Faculty Profile

Associate 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 Memorial Hospital

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5.0
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148 Ratings

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August 28, 2022

5.0

She is very present, energetic, empathic and caring. She also strikes me as quite bright, very expressive and open and transparent.

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Spent plenty of time with me. Brilliant, compassionate and lovely

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August 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. Sweis asks questions, listens and is very confident which brings me comfort.

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July 25, 2022

5.0

She was clear, well informed, logical and systematic in her assessment and plan. She was very personable and easy to connect with.

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable with patience and developed listening skills!!

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June 20, 2022

5.0

personable, takes time to talk to u, explains things in understandable terms.

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May 31, 2022

5.0

awesome care, good information, answers questions effectively. Process at Northwestern is very efficient

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Responsive, thorough and professional care; clarity in communications

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May 02, 2022

5.0

She was so confident that she, and the cardio team can choose the right course of action so that I can lead a normal active life.

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May 02, 2022

5.0

She was welcoming and inspires confidence. She made us feel cared for and about.

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April 29, 2022

5.0

Appreciated the time she took with me, the kindness in her approach and the willingness to answer any question in an easy to understand manner.

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April 25, 2022

5.0

I highly recommend Dr Sweis. She is very thorough, explaining things very clearly. She answered my questions and has a treatment plan that was very detailed with understanding of my family history.

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April 25, 2022

5.0

Dr. Sweis and her staff Nurse Taylor are proactive in taking care of my congenital bicuspid aorta valve and other valve issues. Dr. Sweis is just who I need to manage my heart valves and any other heart issues that come up. I am very pleased and thankful that Dr. Sweis takes good care of me and my heart!

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April 08, 2022

5.0

Good doctor

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April 04, 2022

5.0

She always takes good care of us.

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March 28, 2022

5.0

I really like her. Personable, professional, attentive, caring, concerned. Excellent!

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Attentive, informative, answered all of my questions, offered insightful recommendations.

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March 15, 2022

5.0

Professional, explains well and gets down to business

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March 15, 2022

5.0

She is a caring doctor who will go out of her way to meet the needs of her patients. She is very thorough and will make sure all the i’s are dotted and all the t’s crossed to establish a diagnosis.

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March 14, 2022

5.0

I have confidence in her

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March 14, 2022

5.0

She is good

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March 11, 2022

5.0

I've used NM and Dr. Sweiss for many years. Excellent, professional servic

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March 07, 2022

5.0

I could not have received any better results from anybody

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February 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Sweis has followed my heart health for many years & always takes the necessary amount of time to listen, advise, & prescribe. She is very conscience to consult & communicate with all other cardiac teams who care for me at Northwestern. She is a very personable & understanding physician who cares for her patients.

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February 19, 2022

5.0

I thought Dr. Ranya Sweis was very caring and intelligent and she had read/seen my previous test results before coming to the room. After answering all of my questions, she accompanied me to the check-out counter- again, a very caring gesture!

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February 14, 2022

5.0

She is very caring and thorough . She is the best

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February 12, 2022

5.0

She cares about my health

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February 07, 2022

5.0

Best Doctor I have had in years. She has excellent communication skills.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Dr. Sweis, is the best! She really cares about her patients! Very highly recommended. Super smart!

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January 17, 2022

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr.Sweis’s for quite awhile. I trust her judgement, and recommendations for my medical care.

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December 17, 2021

5.0

pleasant and very professional explaining the procedures t o solve my problem. step by step . I feel that I am in good hands

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December 10, 2021

5.0

She was very like able and patient.

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December 09, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sweis is an AMAZING doctor. I can say I have never had a doctor like her! She wants to help me in whatever way to recover from the fear and anxiety I suffer from my traumatic SCAD event, as well as provide the proper medical care to better my physical health. I'm so grateful she is my doctor.

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November 26, 2021

5.0

Doesn’t push solutions. Takes time to explain and make sure you understand and agree with the course of treatment.

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November 22, 2021

5.0

Ditto. Very knowledgeable physician who was willing to take the time for careful explanations and answers to my multitude of questions. Also, large staff from which to seek additional advice and services.

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November 22, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sweis reviewed all my information with me and answered all my questions. She took time with me and helped me set up a follow-up appointment.

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November 19, 2021

5.0

1— my personal experience. 2— She speaks in lay terms and thoroughly explains the situation. 3 — She is a good communicator.

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November 16, 2021

5.0

Same she cares. as above and she shows it.

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November 15, 2021

5.0

The best

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November 05, 2021

5.0

She’s warm and cares about her patients. She’s also very professional when it comes to her job.

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November 02, 2021

5.0

She is a grate Dr. I totally recommend her. She is very friendly and her explanation is very clear.

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October 11, 2021

5.0

Superior knowledgeable doctor who explains things well!

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September 28, 2021

5.0

She is simply the best!

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September 27, 2021

5.0

Dr Ranya is the best Doctor I have ever met. Really cares about her patients.

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September 17, 2021

5.0

Excellent skills and genuinely cares about her patients.

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September 17, 2021

5.0

Spoke to me in terms I could understand.

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August 28, 2021

5.0

Extremely personable; easy to interact with and relate to.

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August 23, 2021

5.0

She is a wonderful, professional and polite.

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August 16, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sweis listens, is informative and I feel very comfortable with her guidance.

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August 11, 2021

5.0

Expertise, pleasant deamenor and thoroughness.

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July 26, 2021

5.0

She’s a great doctor who takes time to answer any questions.

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July 23, 2021

5.0

Dr Sweis is such a lovely and experienced Dr. I was very nervous with the issues I am having and she put me right at ease. Extremely intelligent and speaks in terms that I was able to understand. Very thorough on questions and getting an action plan together which I am currently under. Wonder experience for some of the serious conditions one can deal with which is your heart.

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July 19, 2021

5.0

Outstanding.... She replaced my arotic heart valve, which was life changing. She had a wonderful bed side manner.

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July 15, 2021

5.0

She has an upbeat attitude and is efficient and thorough

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July 15, 2021

5.0

Thorough Caring Friendly Highly knowledgeable

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June 11, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sweis takes the time to ask explain issues pertinent to my conditions and exhibits genuine care for my health.

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June 08, 2021

5.0

Attentive professional person.

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May 24, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable, listened, answering questions, great follow thru

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May 17, 2021

5.0

She is the best! Answers any and all questions explains procedures so that I can understand it. Great Doctor

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May 14, 2021

5.0

She is a great doctor! Very understanding and communicates the issues and concerns very well! I trusted her judgement and recommendations from the start.

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May 10, 2021

5.0

My experience with Dr. Sweis was very positive. I liked that she was Informative about what was going to happen in the future, but also letting me know that I did not need to panic. She explained things in a way that I could easily understand.

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May 07, 2021

5.0

Very through and gives you options .

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May 04, 2021

5.0

Because she is not only an excellent surgeon but also a very caring person and I am positive all her patients feel the same way.

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May 03, 2021

5.0

Dr Sweis is a very good doctor who understands what my medical needs are after a heart attack at an early age. She came highly recommended and we could see why. I can’t say enough good things about her. Really glad I met her and had her review my medical case.

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April 24, 2021

5.0

Steadfast

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April 23, 2021

5.0

She always listen to my concerns and answers all my questions in a way that is easy to understand

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April 05, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sweis is a consummate professional. She is very cordial and expresses genuine concern for her patients. She is a great listener and very approachable.

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April 05, 2021

5.0

So nice and professional

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March 16, 2021

5.0

She is so caring and devoted to the well being of her patients.

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March 05, 2021

5.0

The Best!!!!!!

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March 01, 2021

5.0

I had a small role in training her and she is as great as I thought she would be

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February 12, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sweis is an excellent physician, most knowledgeable in her field, but at the same time explains medical conditions so that the patient understands. In addition, she exhibits compassion when relating to her patients.

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February 01, 2021

5.0

She explains everything.

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January 25, 2021

5.0

She listens, treats me as a person , is professional, and I respect her knowledge ,

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December 07, 2020

5.0

Shows interest in her patients

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December 04, 2020

5.0

I found her to be capable and also very warm and personable. She listened to my concerns about statins and we agreed on an alternative. She realized that I'm 85, in good health and don't want any extreme measures.

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November 27, 2020

5.0

Though I have only saw Dr. Sweis twice, I felt like she has been a trusted friend for a long time. Feel lucky to have her as my cardiologist.

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November 26, 2020

5.0

Shows she truly cares for her patients, never seems rushed and willing to take the time needed to answer all my questions. Explanations / course of action is clear. Feel I am in partnership in my care.

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November 02, 2020

5.0

We absolutely love Dr. Sweis. She is an excellent, and exceptional physician. Friendly and professional.

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November 02, 2020

5.0

Dr. Ranya Sweis is excellent. The level of care is amazing.

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November 02, 2020

5.0

A doctor that cares about her patients

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November 02, 2020

5.0

Good professional advise and excellent personal treatment

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October 17, 2020

5.0

The concerns Dr.Sweis shows to her patient.

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October 17, 2020

5.0

Professional and thorough.

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October 16, 2020

5.0

Took time to listen and understand my issues. Then offered a plan to address my needs.

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October 16, 2020

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, and caring service.

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October 12, 2020

5.0

Very caring, all about safety of me the patient

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October 12, 2020

5.0

The doctors were very thorogh , proffessional and friendly

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September 28, 2020

5.0

I already answered that.

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September 28, 2020

5.0

Because I like Dr. Sweis and the professional way I'm treated not only by her but by all the personnel in her office.

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September 28, 2020

5.0

She cares about her patients

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September 28, 2020

5.0

Dr. Sweis is fantastic!

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September 21, 2020

5.0

Clear directions and follow up the key to health maintenance. Best doctors

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September 21, 2020

5.0

With my chart information and tele medicine, during Covid best follow up& care for seniors

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September 21, 2020

5.0

Dr. Sweis is very thorough, pleasant, and easy to talk to. And she's very knowledgeable.

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September 21, 2020

5.0

Dr. Sweis was very pleasant and made me feel at ease. She explained and answered all my questions and concerns. Her staff also were very friendly and thorough before my phone/video conference.Dr. Sweis even explained how to use and get connected for the video conference which I've never used before this appointment.

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September 18, 2020

5.0

Personable, goes above and beyond.

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September 14, 2020

5.0

Dr. Sweis's approach, intellect, and care.

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August 24, 2020

5.0

Intelligent, compassionate, thorough, competent and professional. She explains my condition with clarity and concern. She knows my case.

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August 21, 2020

5.0

I explained in the previous message how much I respect her as a heart doctor.

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Ranya N. Sweis, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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