Ligia N. Rioja, MD

Ligia N. Rioja, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Neurology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Rush University Medical College - 1993
Internship:
Ascension Illinois/St Francis - 1994
Residency:
Henry Ford Hospital/ Wayne State University - 1997
Fellowships:
Henry Ford Hospital/ Wayne State University - 1999

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network

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4.9
4.9 

325 Ratings

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75 Reviews

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Very professional, caring, and competent.

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Very helpful in explaining different medications. Explained it in a way I could understand

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April 18, 2025

5.0

Easy to schedule appointments on short notice, beautiful office, and excellent staff and doctors.

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April 15, 2025

5.0

I explain myself very well

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April 15, 2025

5.0

I love how she answered all my questions, and really HEARD me. She ordered necessary tests that will help solve my pain issues.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

She was attentive, asked detailed questions, she didn't rush through the exam, she genuinely CARED about my well being. She asked background questions and treated me like the person I am, NOT a cardboard cutout of my demographic.

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April 09, 2025

5.0

She listens and explains very well. Has a great bedside manner and makes you feel less anxious. Very knowledgeable.

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rioja was kind. She listened patiently and provided thorough responses to all my questions. She carefully explained my migraine condition/symptoms including causes and recommended a course of treatment.

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Informative, easy to talk with and discuss causes and remedies

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April 07, 2025

5.0

Dr Rioja listens intently. Takes you seriously and genuinely shows concern for how you're feeling. Also explains well

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April 04, 2025

5.0

I will definitely recommend her, she was so helpful with caring feedback!

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March 31, 2025

5.0

I had no complaints

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March 29, 2025

5.0

The Dr has a great bedside manner

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March 29, 2025

5.0

Dr Rioja was knowledgeable, professional and very kind.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

She was kind, thorough and professional. She obviously knew her field. She explained everything thoroughly.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

I felt Dr. Rioja actively listened and cared about my concerns. She explained things thoroughly and clearly and laid out next steps. Would highly recommend her for care.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rioja is very kind and professional. A great doctor.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Felt she is working on a solution to my problems

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March 15, 2025

5.0

She is really caring and listens to everything

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March 04, 2025

5.0

She is very thorough

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Always helpful

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February 28, 2025

5.0

Very personable and professional

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February 24, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable, thorough, explains things well and cares.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Very nice and compassionate. Very knowledgeable and explained things well.

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February 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rioja listen to my concerns and she didn't rush me. She is kind and explains medical treatments well.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

very thorough and pleasant visit

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February 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rioja took time with me and was compassionate.

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February 09, 2025

5.0

Caring

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February 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rioja took the time to listen to our concerns. She took the time to explain the process of our next steps in the journey for slowing down my husband's declining memory.

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February 08, 2025

5.0

She's knowledgeable and understood my medical concerns

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Again I really like her she was great.

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February 04, 2025

5.0

Dr Rioja was very thorough. She asked me several questions and performed several in -office tests.

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February 03, 2025

5.0

She is amazing. I regularly refer patients

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February 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rioja is not only a knowledgeable physician, but also has a unique and exceptional ability to relate to her patients if I am any examble! She is unqestionably at the top of my list for excellence among medical professionals. NW is fortunate to have her!

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February 02, 2025

5.0

Dr.Ligia Rioja is the best.She is a leader in her field of expertise. But also a doctor that actually will listen to you and take the time to educate you on your health problems and how to navigate them.I feel like she genuinely cares.

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January 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rioja is probably the best neurologist I've ever had . I've had migraines since I was 7 years old .Later in life I found Dr. Rioja. She has been so knowledgeable of new headaches I was having. Her bedside manner is amazing. She shows empathy and cares for her patients. She is up to date with treatments to help. I can go on and on about her. Basically I glad I found her .

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January 24, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner and takes time to explain and answer all of my questions. I followed her from her previous clinic to here because I think she's an amazing doctor.

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Rioja really listen to you, she cares about her patients. She is kind and understanding.

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January 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Rioja listened as I explained my symptoms. Came up with a solution and I am headache free. After nearly a month of the most excruciating headaches. Thank you a million times Dr Rioja

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January 10, 2025

5.0

Thoughtful and gets the job done

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January 10, 2025

5.0

She is a superb professional. Very pleasant and thorough. Provided comprehensive responses to my questions and concerns.

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December 27, 2024

5.0

I know I'm in good hands with Dr. Rioja.

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December 23, 2024

5.0

She was very helpful and answered every question we had. Most importantly she listened to everything we said.

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December 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Rioja is kind, compassionate and understanding.

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December 13, 2024

5.0

She listened carefully to me and took time to understand my problems. I appreciated that she offered a follow up plan for my care.

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December 09, 2024

5.0

Really like Dr Rioja. Took the time to listen to me.

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December 04, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, Caring, takes time with patient.

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Dr. Rioja couldn't be more caring and helpful. If I didn't already have a migraine doctor, I come to her for help.

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November 22, 2024

5.0

Prompt and easy to talk to about symptoms. She gave an accurate information on the issue.

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November 21, 2024

5.0

Dr.Rioja is very knowledable she takes her time to discuss any concerns you have. Hands down the best neurologist I have come across.

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November 18, 2024

5.0

Dr Rioja took the time to listen to me and then educated me on my condition.

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November 13, 2024

5.0

Best ever doctor. Deals with and answers all questions. She wants her patients to have excellent health and will work to that end.

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November 13, 2024

5.0

Very satisfied !

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and friendly

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Provides thorough evaluation and care.

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November 10, 2024

5.0

I very much liked interacting with Dr. Rioja and the way she explained to me the results of my MRI and the possible consequences. I found her very professional and caring.

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November 08, 2024

5.0

She is an expert and also humble and accommodating. She is truly the right type of human.

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November 01, 2024

5.0

She took her time and explained each of the tests.

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October 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Rioja is the reason I would return to northwestern neurology if needed. She was patient in hearing all my concerns and I appreciate that.

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October 28, 2024

5.0

She made me feel very comfortable and didn't rush. Answered all my questions

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October 25, 2024

5.0

She is a good caring doctor

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October 24, 2024

5.0

First of all, her good attention to the patient was listened to and attended to as we patients deserve. And I would recommend Dr. Ligia n. Rioja MD also because she speaks my same language: Spanish.

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October 21, 2024

5.0

She was patient and understanding.

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October 14, 2024

5.0

Excellent, thorough, caring, conscientious, intelligent

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September 27, 2024

5.0

An amazing Doctor who was kind, answered all questions and had a great personality.

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September 27, 2024

5.0

Kind, thoughtful, works hard to help.

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September 23, 2024

5.0

she listened and asked questions, explained options for medications, but mostly she cared

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September 20, 2024

5.0

Understanding. Patient. Listened.

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September 18, 2024

5.0

Understanding doctor that understands the problem and communicates clearly with the patient.

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September 17, 2024

5.0

Kind, patient, listens well and thorough

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September 16, 2024

5.0

Great specialist in area of Neurology and how she works with her patients.

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September 11, 2024

5.0

Having dealt with over 8 health professionals during the past six months. She is by far the most attentive doctor I encountered.

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September 05, 2024

5.0

She took time to explain things and was very informative

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September 05, 2024

5.0

Excellent and thoughtful care from Dr. Rioja. She really cares about her patients.

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Disclosures

Ligia N. Rioja, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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