James E. Rosenthal, MD

James E. Rosenthal, MD

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Primary Specialty

Cardiology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, New York Medical College School of Medicine - 1974
Residency:
SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn - 1977
Fellowships:
SUNY Upstate Medical University - 1979

Languages Spoken

  • German

Board Certifications

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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

564 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

38 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

38 Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

He's great not in a hurry answer all my questions

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April 25, 2025

5.0

very thorough

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Thoroughness, competency, empathy

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April 04, 2025

5.0

So kind and does not rush you. He's a great doctor!!

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March 19, 2025

5.0

Very professional. I was very glad that there were no politics, let's keep that tucked away and allow everyone to be a good human in their own way.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Dr Rosenthal always gives me time, asks me questions and doesn't rush through my appointments. He seems to truly care.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

He is a great physician!

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Always had time to listen never felt rushed

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February 14, 2025

5.0

Very detailed, listens, wants you to be healthy.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

He is so involved and caring. He takes the time to know his patients, read theough and update the chart notes, and stay informed. He is fantastic!

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February 10, 2025

5.0

He goes over your entire history and listens to your concerns and answer all your questions in a manner you can understand.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Excellent consultation offering realistic reassurance, direction and understanding of my current and potential situation

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January 24, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and puts you at ease.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

The best!!

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January 10, 2025

5.0

Very professional and caring doctor. He is very concerned about his patients health

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January 04, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and knowledgeable.

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January 03, 2025

5.0

Dr Rosenthal is such an asset and wonderful counselor.

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December 27, 2024

5.0

First time meeting Dr Rosenthal and he was very patient and thorough.

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December 24, 2024

5.0

Knowledge and understanding.

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December 23, 2024

5.0

He is simply the best. Same answer above.

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December 18, 2024

5.0

I was very happy for her treatment and what she did very thoughtful and explain everything

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December 14, 2024

5.0

I've been with Dr. Rosenthal for more than four years. He has prescribed a blood thinner to help me with the possibility of heart attack and stroke. I had something different this time when I went for my appt. I had this woman from a peer health navigator study. The premise of the study is: How to help members with a mental illness get better physical care. For me, through my PCP, I've been able to get connected to specialists from Northwestern for years. I am part of this study for about 6 more months. I do receive a stipend for this. I received an EKG for the appointment today. It showed that not much has changed over the past year. This is good news. Dr. R suggested that I carry around a copy of the EKG, so if I am ever in another hospital system, I can show the staff a previous EKG and this right away gives them something to compare it to. Dr. R gave me the instructions for when I go for my cholesterol blood screenings in January. The instructions were straight forward. Dr. R asks me about my diet and finds out that I still play my guitar for a hobby. He also asks me about "the frequency of my exercises." We have talked about a wide variety of subjects. I wish him a "Happy Holidays" and he wishes me the same. I know fully that if I were to have a heart incident before my next check-up, I am welcome to call his office. There was some conversation among Dr. Rosenthal, my peer health navigator and myself. I am grateful that Dr. Rosenthal put up with having the peer health navigator in the appointment this time. The study is a IIT and Thresholds study.

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December 12, 2024

5.0

Felt very comfortable with him.

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November 27, 2024

5.0

I believe that patients receive the best of care.

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November 20, 2024

5.0

Dr Rosenthal is the most thorough and engaging doctor that I have ever been to see. And I have seen a few. He will simply takes the time it takes to understand the problem and work out a strategy. I couldn't be more pleased!!

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November 13, 2024

5.0

James E. Rosenthal, MD is the best in care. He don't rush during visit.

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November 12, 2024

5.0

Dr.Rosenthal is very thorough in his exams and documention.He is quick to respond to my questions and needs.

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November 08, 2024

5.0

Very conscious, empathic listener and caring physician

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November 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Rosenthal is very thorough. He listens and answers all your questions or concerns.

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October 29, 2024

5.0

He is one of the most through doctors that I have taking care of me.

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October 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Rosenthal is the best. I first met him two days after my surgery, and he has been my cardiologist ever since. I trust him implicitly.

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October 18, 2024

5.0

He's thorough and has a wealth of experience. (His dry sense of humor isn't too bad either)

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October 03, 2024

5.0

Always explains his methodology of treatment.

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September 24, 2024

5.0

Excellent Doctor.

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September 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Rosenthal has been my cardiologist since 2006. He is an excellent doctor, and I have complete confidence in him. He is knowledgeable, kind, patient, and doesn't rush through appointments. He gives the patient all of his time that's needed.

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September 03, 2024

5.0

Focused

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September 03, 2024

5.0

Listened, was very attentive & thorough.

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September 03, 2024

5.0

Listens and communicates with patients

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Disclosures

Industry Relationships

Ownership or Investment Interest

Faculty member and/or their immediate family have an ownership or investment interest in the following companies

  • Ameren Corp
  • AT&T, Inc.
  • Comcast Corporation
  • Consolidated Edison
  • PPL Corporation
  • Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG)
  • Starbucks Corporation
  • Verizon Communications
  • Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc.

External Professional Relationships

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