James E. Rosenthal, MD | Northwestern Medicine

Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

General Cardiology

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

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592 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

28 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

28 Reviews

February 17, 2026

5.0

Dr Rosenthal is truly one of the best Doctors I have ever encountered!

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Excellent care, knowledge and insight.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

I regard myself as extremely fortunate to be a patient of Dr Rosenthal. His care is always detailed, thorough, reassuring, honest and compassionate. I could not ask for more.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Recently I was seen by Dr. James Rosenthal. I've seen him for three and a half years. He had the nurse do an EKG at the start of the appt. When he comes in the room, he does a complete work up of what's been done in the past, looks into recent notes from my Hematologist and asks me about current lifestyle and inquires about my medications. I am very sad that Dr. Rosenthal is leaving the Department and I'm wishing him the best in his retirement. Over the years, he's given me instructions and advice that have helped me "live my best life." He's let me know how I could have Transfer of Care. I'm still trying to take his directions. When he share his opinions, he is the top of his class. He's a great human being.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Dr. Rosenthal listens to your concerns and provides answers.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Thorough

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January 18, 2026

5.0

GREAT LISTENER AND TAKES THE TIME TO EXPLAIN EVERYTHING

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December 22, 2025

4.0

He is knowledgeable.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

He's always been good and attentive

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Highly professional and straight forward in approach. Patient and compassion at the appropriate times.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Dr Rosenthal is an exceptional cardiologist , he is competent and caring. I recommend him with no hesitation.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Phenomenal physician...!

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Excellent Doctor!

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September 30, 2025

5.0

Dr.Rosenthal is very attentive and thorough.

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September 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rosenthal is beyond thorough. This was my first visit with him and I was amazed how much time he took with me, reviewing my records as I only go to Northwestern doctors, listened to my concerns and put me completely at east. Have never been to a cardiologist and was anxious, but left feeling he is one of your best.

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September 22, 2025

5.0

His patient for 25 years

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September 10, 2025

5.0

Caring, thorough and efficient.

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August 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rosenthal is the best! He's extremely knowledgeable and listens!

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August 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Rosenthal is very professional, thorough and patient in listening before making his diagnosis.

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August 19, 2025

5.0

The best at asking questions, listening and providing next step. Glad my doctor!

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August 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rosenthal answered all my questions and very thorough

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July 08, 2025

5.0

This doctor has plenty of experience and is very thorough. I think he is very concerned with his patients overall health care as well.

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June 24, 2025

5.0

GOOD MD . Discusses questions and explains his opinion.. very important

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June 18, 2025

5.0

In addition to above, extremely knowledgeable.

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June 11, 2025

5.0

Patient centric Allows patient to participate in the care plan Exceptional listener and bedside manners Doesn't rush through the visit

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May 15, 2025

5.0

Best cardiologist I ever had

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May 10, 2025

5.0

Takes your time with you explains detail what issues to be dealing with and very concerned for my health

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May 02, 2025

5.0

He is very experienced, knowledgeable, up to date with current developments and studies, and takes the time to listen, ask questions, and answer questions.

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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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