Sandhya R. Karna, MD

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Pediatrics

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, St Georges University School of Medicine - 1997
Residency:: Westchester Medical Center - 2000

Board Certifications

American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

875 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

57 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

57 Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

Very kind and thorough

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February 21, 2026

5.0

We love Dr karna

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February 19, 2026

5.0

She cares! Goes out of her way. Great doctor !!! My kids love her.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Karna always takes the time that is needed. Listens, gives honest opinion. Always walks in with a smile. She truly cares about her patients.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Dr. Karna is wonderful. She has such calm demeanor and is great with my kiddos.

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February 15, 2026

5.0

Dr Karna is truly wonderful. She listens, she cares, and she delivers the highest level of expertise whenever we have questions! We love her!

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February 05, 2026

5.0

She truly cares and loves the kids! She is kind, caring and listens to parents concerns!!!

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January 29, 2026

5.0

We absolutely love and adore doctor sandhya Karna. She definitely makes me feel that she cares about my kids. Always has a smile on her face and is so attentive to when it comes to talking to my children and I. Doctor [last name] was their previous doctor for about 13 years now but I loved the way doctor Karna works and i honestly will always recommend her to my friends and family. Plus my kids get super excited when they see her. Best doctor ever

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January 29, 2026

5.0

She is amazing

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January 27, 2026

5.0

I've gone to 3 different pediatricians with other hospitals and all lacked bedside manner, didn't care to explain anything and just all around horrible patient care. I have never received better care than with Dr. Karna. She is all around a great doctor, she's caring, intelligent and also makes sure I understand the care and guidance needed for my daughter. She is amazing at her job and once my second child is born I will be bringing them to Dr. Karna as well.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

She listened to my mom rambling and offered more than just your run of the mill info. So pleased with her

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January 15, 2026

5.0

We love Dr. Karna. She always takes the time to talk to us and makes us feel like we're the only one in the office. When we have questions she is great having a discussion with the answer and not just dismissing concerns.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Dr. Karna is our favorite doctor! Our 4 year old loves going to "visit" her and he is a hard one to win over. She doesn't rush through appointments and does great with making kids feel comfortable!

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January 13, 2026

5.0

My son has Dr. Karna and she is the best! She makes us feel comfortable and she can answer any questions I have confidently. I highly recommend!

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Karna is awesome! She genuinely cares about her patients, super friendly and professional!

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Karna is simply the most amazing physician! My girls love coming to see her and tell her all about what happened during the year. We are so blessed to have her as our pediatrician!

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December 08, 2025

5.0

She is the sweetest and most engaging pediatrician

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Dr karna is thorough.

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November 24, 2025

5.0

very personable, knowledgeable and truly loves what she does

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November 24, 2025

5.0

She's an outstanding dr

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November 02, 2025

5.0

She's very straight forward and to the point. She's also incredibly personable.

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October 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Karna always makes us feel so special and goes above and beyond. We always refer her to our family and friends!

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October 28, 2025

5.0

We love Dr Karna. She is such a great physician and establishes a trusting relationship with the kids and parents. She takes the time to listen and is so caring.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

My daughter has never been afraid of going to the doctor. They all do a wonderful job of making her feel safe and comfortable.

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October 13, 2025

5.0

Love Dr. Karna's energy!

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October 08, 2025

5.0

BEST DOCTOR EVER!!!

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Dr Karna is wonderful! We love that we have had her since the kids were born.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Karna is the absolute best_professional, understanding, caring, and knowledgeable.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Great beside manner and wonderful with my child.

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October 01, 2025

5.0

She listens to them and treats them like her own. We love doctor Karna

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September 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Karna is loving, attentive and very compassionate

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September 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Karna is the absolute best with communication and overall is just amazing!

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September 09, 2025

5.0

So far the best pediatrician my children have had, she is very warm and explains everything to us very calmly and gives us details about their health, we are delighted with Dr. Karna

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September 08, 2025

5.0

So personable, great with kids, made the visit so easy with my child

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September 04, 2025

5.0

She is always so kind and thorough with all of my children. She is the best!

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August 28, 2025

5.0

She goes above and beyond for my kids. She has seen them since they were newborns. My oldest is 15. I wouldn't take my kids to anyone else. In fact, I don't. When Dr. Karna isn't available, I wait to make an appointment with her.

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August 27, 2025

5.0

Very kind and patient. We never feel rushed.

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August 26, 2025

5.0

Dr Karna is the best

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August 06, 2025

5.0

She is kind, comforting, and knowledgeable

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August 04, 2025

5.0

Dr Karna is truly an amazing pediatrician! She is calm, intelligent and great with my little boy! We trust her and her team!

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August 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Karna is so patient and kind. She really listens and tries to get to the root issue.

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July 31, 2025

5.0

Attentive, and patient

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July 23, 2025

5.0

She takes her time and is not in a rush, she explains everything and is very sweet with kids.and the staff as well

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July 08, 2025

5.0

Kind, patient, and caring

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July 08, 2025

5.0

She is attentive, calm, and kind.

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July 02, 2025

5.0

She is friendly, knowledgeable and communicates well.

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June 24, 2025

5.0

She is very personable and funny

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June 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Karna is so kind and patient, she tailers each visit to the child.

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June 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Karna is amazing! She always takes time to answer all our questions, she takes time to connect with my kids so they feel comfortable with her, and she always feels like she is on our team when it comes to my kids' health.

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June 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Karna is outstanding. She takes time to answer our questions, listens to us, and my kids love her.

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June 19, 2025

5.0

She is kind and listens. Never makes you feel rushed and is so good at making the appointment fun for the kids.

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June 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Karna is patient, always takes her time, and always makes my kids feel important!

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June 04, 2025

5.0

She asks good questions and listens to the answers, gives good advice instead of just moving you along.

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May 27, 2025

5.0

Takes the time that is needed and always has given her honest opinion!

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May 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Karna makes every appointment entertaining for my son. While he is at the age of being able to put together what happens at the doctors office ( strep test most commonly for us lately with all the daycare germs he is exposed to), Dr Karna always makes it her goal to put a smile on his face, and this is a goal she has never failed! As a single mother, she has also showed an immense support to our small family. We are so grateful for Dr Karna!

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May 06, 2025

5.0

Very personable and hands on. She truly listened and gave great advice.

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May 01, 2025

5.0

Will recommend Dr. Karna time and time again. We love her!!

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Disclosures

Sandhya R. Karna, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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