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Cynthia E. Bender, APRN

Certified Nurse Practitioner

4.9

1348 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Cardiac Electrophysiology

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Education

Professional Education:: MSN, Northern Illinois University School of Nursing - 2005

Certifications and Licensures

American Nurses Credentialing Center - Nurse Practitioner-Family (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

1348 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

She promptly answered all my questions.

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February 26, 2026

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and helpful and good at explaining what I need to know and answering my questions.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Very clear in her comments and recommendations. On time and listened well.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

She is very caring , very prompt and getting back to and coordinating care

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Listened, knowledgeable, unhurried

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February 21, 2026

5.0

She cares and is a very good listener

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Cynthia is a gem! She is not only kind, caring and passionate, she's also professional, extremely intelligent and very helpful! I personally think she's WONDERFUL!

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February 17, 2026

5.0

She straight forward with what she's going to let you know what she thinks is better to help you get better

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Listens. Practical advice.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Appointment was on time and I was given a clear explanation of the procedure

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February 13, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring

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February 10, 2026

5.0

She is excellent, a true pleasure to have as an advisor!!

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Cynthia is brilliant and cares about her patients, going the extra mile to explain answers to questions and provides her service outside of scheduled appointments.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Totally knowledgeable and helpful!

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Cynthia is very professional, knowledgeable, thorough, and caring. She is also extremely caring.

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Thorough, professional

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January 26, 2026

5.0

She is very personable and thorough with my care.

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January 25, 2026

5.0

Cynthia Bender is very involved and works closely with you.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

She knows and remembers my medical history. She's the best!

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Very good listener, makes you feel at ease, professionally competent

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January 20, 2026

5.0

She is timely with her phone calls and addresses issues very clearly.

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable and always gives me sufficient time to discuss my needs and answer my questions.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

NP was very informative and answered all of my questions without making me feel rushed.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

She is a very smart and special PA

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Great communication explains everything in detail

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January 10, 2026

5.0

Cynthia was very thoughtful and her level of care is very much appreciated. She took the time to explain and answer my questions to detail, very knowledgeable and engaged, I never felt rushed and left confident I am in the best hands I can be. Dr. Passman and his entire team are fantastic which makes me feel calm even though we are still investigating and learning about my condition.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

She was very knowledgeable and attentive to my concerns

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Cynthia is wonderful! She is kind, considerate, calm and thorough. She answers my questions and explains everything in easy to understand terms. She is very caring and non-threatening. I look forward to my visits with her!

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Cynthia is always on top of things - most important of which is my health. I leave the visit with all of my questions and concerns answered with a great insight into what is on the horizon.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Cynthia patiently sat with me as I expressed all mY concerns and thoughts. We also made a game plan for next steps to address them.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Personable and professional; probes to ensure I understood everything and that I felt empowered to ask questions

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Empathic, professional and thorough

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Very kind

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Oh, Cynthia is the best; she is most compassionate and attentive. She asks if I have any questions, she fully responds to the questions and includes me in the discussion. Cynthia always reassures me never hesitate to contact her at any time if I have questions or need medical care.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Cynthia was very kind and very professional. She seemed very concerned about. I felt an instant rapport with her.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

She knows her stuff!!!!!

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Nurse Practioner Cynthia truly cares about my health care & expresses that at every appointment. She encouraged questions & concerns & encourages me to reach out if any questions or concerns or issues arise after my appointment.

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December 13, 2025

5.0

Very Knowledgeable, Friendly, Thoughtful.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Cynthia spent a lot of time with me and I never felt rushed. I asked all my questions and felt reassured that I was following a plan. I am thankful for her support.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

She incorporates careful, empathic listening to patient with the widest possible array of data from ekg, labs, medication review and history and consultation with colleagues to develop treatment options.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

She is knowledgeable, thorough and makes me feel like she really cares about me.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Genuine, caring, knowledgeable .

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December 01, 2025

5.0

You is very knowledgeable, helpful and professional and caring. She is wonderful!

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Bender is so welcoming to speak with about my concerns. She listens intently. Her focus on you as a patient is what separates her from most cardiologists. I know I'm in good hands with Cynthia.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and good communicator

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November 24, 2025

5.0

Last week I met Cynthia for the first time. This was, hands down, the best medical appointment of my life. She was amazing. Warm, friendly, caring, patient, funny and super smart. She spent so much time with me, making sure I understood everything that had happened with my condition historically, as well as what would likely happen going forward. Her eagerness to make sure that I had clarity and to document everything that I needed to do in an unhurried, approachable way was incredible. I love that I found her and feel so confident that I am in capable hands. She is, one hundred percent, the best of the best. Plus, she had cute shoes! : )

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November 24, 2025

5.0

She the best explains why and answers questions

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Cynthia Bender is concerned about your pacemaker and knowledgeable explaining our questions on the pacemaker.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Very caring, great provider

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Cynthia asks all the right questions and creates the opportunity for discussion and Q&A. Enables me to better understand test results and options for care.

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November 15, 2025

5.0

Cynthia is extremely knowledgeable, caring, responsive_ the best

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November 14, 2025

5.0

She listens and provides valuable feedback to my questions. Terrific at patient interaction. I've seen her for many years

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Lovely Lady with excellent bedside manner

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Please see response above.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Ver efficient and knowledgeable

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Very friendly , explained everything, worked with me to accomplish our goals

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Excellent bedside manner. Natural teacher and complete answers and possible solutions presented. I have total confidence.

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Very nice and explains things very well

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October 31, 2025

5.0

Answered all my questions and for recent stated about

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Excellent Doctor.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Excellent

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Cynthia CNP is a very caring practioner. She always makes sure that I understand the conversation about my health and asks if I have any questions. She explains things thoroughly. She is very knowledgeable, and I feel confident in her care.

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October 22, 2025

5.0

Even when a error in my appointment she tok time to see me. Very knowledgeable and explains the care.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Long term satisfaction with service

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October 21, 2025

5.0

She is thorough, knowledgeable and very empathetic.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

She is warm and caring and answers questions thoughtfully and understandably

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October 16, 2025

5.0

She is knowledgeable and is a skilled communicator. I feel very confident that I am receiving the best possible care

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bender is patient and kind! She is down to earth and is always looking for other ways to help make your individual situation, unique medically....

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October 14, 2025

5.0

She is a great communicator and extremely professional and calm. Brains and terrific bedside manner.

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Cynthia Bender is great! She truly cares about her patients and is so caring and competent!

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October 11, 2025

5.0

Excellent

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October 08, 2025

5.0

CNP, Cynthia Bender, spent the time with me to give a detailed explanation of my tests and answer my questions. She was most considerate and thoughtful in explaining my options and plans moving forward. I appreciate her concern for my well being. Thank you to everyone at NM!

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Excellent communication skills and very thorough.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bender was really helpful explaining my condition with Afib and did a great job going through the lifestyle things I can do to guard against future episodes. Very personable too.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Timely, helpful, responsive, proactive care.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

...professionalism attitude charm

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Cynthia takes the time to answer all my issues and tries to resolve them.

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October 03, 2025

5.0

Cynthia Bender is highly knowledgeable and a respectful listener. She represents the best in medical care.

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Excellent information, information, and answers to questions.

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October 01, 2025

5.0

Outstanding medical care and bedside manner!

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Very caring and concerned about my questions.

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September 25, 2025

5.0

Listened to what I said provided answers to all my questions. Great people skills

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September 24, 2025

5.0

Cynthia is part of Dr Knight's team and as previous answer

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September 22, 2025

5.0

She is amazing!!!!! So professional, efficient and very informative and kind!!! Would recommend her highly

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Care is so good

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September 19, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and friendly.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

She was extremely knowledgeable of my medical history, offered valuable information and has a great attitude and bedside manner.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Cynthia Bender explained things clearly and with compassion. I also really appreciate her desire to get to the root cause of issues by thinking holistically. She's amazing. Highly recommend her!

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Professional, thoughtful and friendly. Good listener. Interested in my questions and concerns.

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September 15, 2025

5.0

Cynthia is an amazing care provider

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September 13, 2025

5.0

Same as comments and that helps me feel at ease.

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September 08, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and straightforward

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September 08, 2025

5.0

Cynthia listened to what I said and asked relevant questions. She likes seeing patients and she truly cares about me.

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September 06, 2025

5.0

She listens and gives, to me good options.

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September 04, 2025

5.0

Very professional. Very compassionate and caring. Excellent handle on the needs of afib patients. Very responsive to written communications and phone calls.

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September 04, 2025

5.0

Cynthia Bender was terrific, very knowledgeable, patient, answered all of my questions thoroughly.

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September 02, 2025

5.0

Thorough, explained points well. Knowledgeable.

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September 02, 2025

5.0

Cynthia Bender is very pleasant, and thorough. She shows great care and compassion for her patients.

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September 01, 2025

5.0

She is caring, knowledgeable and presents the facts in a clear, concise way to help you choose the best treatment option for you

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August 27, 2025

5.0

Cynthia is always very friendly and understanding and addresses all of my questions and needs promptly via mychart.

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Disclosures

Cynthia E. Bender, APRN reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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