James E. Rosenthal, MD

James E. Rosenthal, MD

4.9 
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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 

331 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

75 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

75 Reviews

August 02, 2023

5.0

He is one of the most knowledgeable heart specical today.

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July 31, 2023

5.0

Was extremely thorough in getting familiar with my particular case and in diagnosing the medical imaging I provided.

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July 21, 2023

5.0

Dr.Rosenthal is very concerned for my heart health -he asks me a lot of questions about my health and any of my concerns . He is always on time . He reads all of my tests and explains all of them to me and let’s me know how they relate to my health . I highly recommend him for cardiac care . He’s the best .👍🏻

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July 20, 2023

5.0

Again, he's been my doc since 2005. Couldn't imagine going to anybody else.

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July 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rosenthal is very thorough and compassionate! I am blessed to have him for my physician!

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July 14, 2023

5.0

Caring and takes tune to listen

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July 11, 2023

5.0

Patient knowledge and detailed

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June 27, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and really cares

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June 27, 2023

5.0

Very thorough!!!

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June 23, 2023

5.0

I like my doctor he’s helped me get better

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June 22, 2023

5.0

Very competent and thorough Professional yet compassionate

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June 20, 2023

3.0

Doctor was very knowledgeable, but seemed rushed and more intent on asking me questions that have been asked and answered and were already in my Northwestern records. I got answers from him but would have liked to have learned more of the "whys" and "hows". I didn't learn as much as I had hoped.

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June 17, 2023

5.0

So thorough, good bedside manner, inspires confidence.

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June 16, 2023

5.0

He is the best

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May 23, 2023

5.0

He was very thorough. Had reviewed my file before our meeting and was familiar with the details of what brought me in. Then spent lengthy time assessing me. And solid plan of action for next steps.

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May 15, 2023

5.0

Very easy to communicate with

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May 11, 2023

5.0

Personable and attentive. Very knowledgeable.

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May 08, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rosenthal is the best. He actually and actively cares about his patients and their needs. More doctors should be like him.

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May 07, 2023

5.0

I am and have been very happy with the care I have received from James Rosenthal since my triple bypass in [year] He is very careful and listens well. His council is to the point and makes good common sense. I am [age] years old and doing well. Cardiac care is a lifetime endeavor once one has issues. If a person were much younger I might hesitate a bit before making an absolute recommendation because of the age difference.

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April 20, 2023

5.0

Listens to patient Helps the patient integrate the suggestions Shows concerns Very respectful

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April 20, 2023

5.0

Seasoned, knowledgeable cardio specialist who was thorough and offered sound advice.

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April 18, 2023

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, and took his time to answer my questions.

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April 17, 2023

5.0

Very thorough, answers all my questions.

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April 13, 2023

5.0

Amazing expertise, thoughtfulness, and communication skills!

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April 11, 2023

5.0

Very professional and answered all questions and concerns to my satisfaction and understanding.

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April 06, 2023

5.0

He was patient and informative

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April 04, 2023

5.0

Great care

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April 01, 2023

5.0

nice Doc to response back with you

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March 28, 2023

5.0

Excellent, comprehensive physician exam. Excellent, comprehensive communication.

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March 28, 2023

5.0

He’s a Pro!!

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March 24, 2023

5.0

The doctor was very thorough

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March 16, 2023

5.0

There is no one as thorough, competent ,and knowledgeable as him

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January 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Rosenthal was very thorough and provided solutions to my questions.

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January 17, 2023

4.0

He is very friendly and direct Answered all the questions

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January 13, 2023

5.0

He makes me feel special and his memory is amazing.

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January 10, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable

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January 10, 2023

5.0

Thorough. Kind.

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January 03, 2023

5.0

He is on top of his game

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January 03, 2023

5.0

Because I rate him as excellent

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December 31, 2022

5.0

Very thorough! Answers all my questions and concerns.

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December 31, 2022

5.0

Best doctor. So impressed! So thorough and listens. You can tell he truly cares and tries to figure out what’s going on. Great bedside manner and personable.

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December 28, 2022

5.0

A doctor I can trust who cares about my health.

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December 25, 2022

5.0

He was very friendly, thorough and informative. We trust him.

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December 22, 2022

5.0

He is a very good physician and takes time to listen to me.

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December 21, 2022

5.0

He is friendly and was willing to answer any question.

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December 20, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable, thorough, extensive expertise, great approachable demeanor.

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December 20, 2022

5.0

Caring, thorough and an expert!

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December 07, 2022

5.0

I appreciate Dr. Rosenthal's no-nonsense style. He examined my heart both with a test(ECG) and then with a body heart check. He went over my symptoms from both Afib episodes from this year. It was hard to recall my symptoms from an episode from eight months ago, but with the doctor's reassurance, I was able to recall some of the details. He placed me on a blood thinner in order for me to bypass a stroke. He ordered a cholesterol test to make sure there's not a lot of plaque(?) on my artery walls. He noted my relationship with my general internist and my oncology doctor. My doctor instructed me what to do about extra bleeding form my new medicine and we talked about the Kardia app on my smartphone. I have to follow up with his nurse to get instructions about getting the ECG read over to MyChart for potential care. Dr. Rosenthal is very personal. We had a chance to talk about my diet, which I always appreciate talking about that category. We exchanged holiday greetings, which I liked a whole lot.

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December 06, 2022

4.0

He has provided me with thorough and effective care after my By-pass surgery in 2005

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December 06, 2022

5.0

He is very thorough in his assessment. He spent 58mins talking with me during my last visit. 58 mins !

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November 29, 2022

5.0

He is thorough, caring, and responsive to all my questions.

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November 27, 2022

5.0

I feel like he truly listens to me and is concerned about every aspect of my health.

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November 21, 2022

5.0

He is the best!

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November 18, 2022

5.0

Excellent attention and familiarity even though he only sees me once a year.

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November 08, 2022

5.0

Great Doctor.

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November 06, 2022

5.0

Always very thorough with exam.Answers all my questions.Reviews medical history to current status.....

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October 29, 2022

5.0

Very thorough and knowledgeable

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October 25, 2022

5.0

Takes a careful history; makes and explains recommendations.

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October 20, 2022

5.0

Excellent attitude, very pragmatic. Took sincere interest in my situation.

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October 18, 2022

5.0

Thorough yet collaborative - he’s very good

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October 17, 2022

5.0

Excellent communicator. Detailed care plan. Regular follow-up.

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October 11, 2022

5.0

Excellent Dr! I feel very confident and comfortable in his care!

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October 07, 2022

5.0

So knowledgeable, yet personable, and it felt bad that I was taking up too much of his time, but he was eminently professional. He is a true star

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October 04, 2022

5.0

He is an excellent doctor!

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October 04, 2022

5.0

Competent, up to date.

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September 29, 2022

5.0

Thorough session

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September 29, 2022

5.0

Quick and caring

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September 27, 2022

5.0

I felt that he wanted to help me and that he was an expert. I felt confident that he knew his subject well.

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September 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Rosenthal is very thorough, kind, professional, knowledgeable, and interested in what I tell him about any concerns I may have.

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September 20, 2022

5.0

Dr Rosenthal is an my most important Dr. I have at NW. It involves me in my care so we care come up with the best remedy to keep me living a longer and healthy life.

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September 19, 2022

5.0

Great bedside manner, thorough, explained clearly.

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September 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Rosenthal is so kind and compassionate! I consider him to be a part of my family. He genuinely cares about his patients and he always takes time to answer all of my questions and concerns. I’m so thankful to Dr. Rosenthal for everything he has done to keep me healthy so I can enjoy my grandson.

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September 15, 2022

5.0

Been a patient of Dr. Rosenthal is a privilege for me. He is the most detailed oriented physician that I have ever known. For the last 18 years that I have been under his care, he has exceed my expectations and I have immense trust, respect and confidence in him.

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September 09, 2022

5.0

Very thorough, professional and not rushing and it’s my first time he really took time to get all the information about me

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September 05, 2022

5.0

Very professional with great knowledge caring doctor

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Industry Relationships

Ownership or Investment Interests

Faculty member had an ownership or investment interest in the following companies

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

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