Edward J. Ward III, MD

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Family Medicine

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Acute and Preventive Care
Adolescent Medicine
Adult Medicine
Comprehensive Primary Care
Men's Health
Pediatric Medicine
Preventive Medicine
Weight Management

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine - 1997
Residency:: Advocate Health Care (Advocate Lutheran General Hospital) - 2000

Board Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9

4.9

2426 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

Friendly, knowledgeable, willing to work with me before changing meds.

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February 25, 2026

5.0

He is very thoughtful and listens

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February 22, 2026

5.0

as above He takes all the time necessary to deal with my health at every visit.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Takes time to listen to you.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

He has a very open, and honest approach in providing the most favorable solution to insure you understand and receive the best possible medical care.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ward is very thorough & nice!!

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ward is an Excellent Family Medicine Doc, He explains everything, he answers all my Questions,,,and takes excellent care of me.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

He is thorough, honest, efficient and caring.

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February 08, 2026

5.0

Best personal physician I have ever had.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Amazing and compassionate and honest

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February 05, 2026

5.0

Caring, explanative and understanding.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable, caring, and not rushed

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Extremely experienced and knowledgeable, caring and compassionate. He's a great listener and understands issues very well. And his recommendations are right on target. Dr. Ward is an excellent physician, a friend and I trust him with my life and well being.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Dr Ward cares about his patients and provides excellent care and guidance.

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February 03, 2026

4.0

He seems to be interested in patient

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Trustworthy in assessments and diagnosis

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ward is very thorough.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Trust him

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January 28, 2026

5.0

A friendly, calming presence. Knowledgeable. Takes time to listen and explain thing in a way that's understandable to the average person. Never makes me feel rushed.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

He's very patient, answers all my questions and explains things so I understand him.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. was very understanding and explained why we were still having all the symptoms

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ward truly cares about his patients, treating them with kindness and showing great attention and good communication. I highly recommend him

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January 18, 2026

5.0

I recognized that Dr. Ward had a genuine interest in my well being both by his general manner and by his way of extracting detailed answers to his questions.

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January 17, 2026

5.0

Good listener. Diagnosis well.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Listens and is respectful.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ward has provided me with very informative information on my current health and also with information that can be used by me to improve my health. That information is very much appreciated and will be used by me to do just that.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

He always has the time to listen to you. Makes you feel good. And has recommendations. To get you to be as healthy. As possible. He knows what he is doing

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ward is top of his game, keeping up with medical developments and provides practical and empathetic guidance.

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January 11, 2026

5.0

Friendly, understanding, caring just a great doctor.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Very thorough, clear explanation, answered all my questions and kind.

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Doctor cares

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ward is always thorough during his visits.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable, thoughtful, thorough, and professional

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January 04, 2026

5.0

Very kind physician

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January 04, 2026

5.0

Very attentive to my medical needs. Doesn't recommend things I don't need. Always quick to respond to any questions I have. Very personable and friendly.

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Dr Ward takes his time and you are not rushed. Really understands your health and is very informative.

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December 28, 2025

5.0

A caring, supportive and compassionate doctor

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December 26, 2025

5.0

Thorough and listens well.

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December 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Ward is a wonderful physician

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Good doctor who cares about his people.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Good

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Dr Ward puts the care in Healthcare. Extreamly caring, professional and responsive.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Outstanding physican. I have been seeing him for over 20 years

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December 20, 2025

5.0

Understands your problems carefully and give you proper advise .

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Listens to all your concerns

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Gold Medal Dr

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December 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ward is always on top of my charts and healthcare history. This was a pre-operation visit and we went over everything to make sure the information was correct. Dr. Ward is great at explaining things so that I completely understand. I feel that I get the best care from Dr. Ward and his staff.

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December 14, 2025

5.0

ease of getting appointments

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Thorough, personable, unhurried.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Ward is great, straight talk, excellent communication.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Patient, kind, and caring in addition to being an excellent doctor.

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December 04, 2025

5.0

He listens to me and is always on time. I feel comfortable asking him questions!

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November 29, 2025

5.0

very understanding and caring

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Listen, discusses, recommends.

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November 22, 2025

5.0

Excellent Dr. Very patience in hearing our concerns and provide a very excellent care.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Ward is the best! He's knowledgeable, kind, patient and you can talk to him about anything. I've been a patient of his for over 20 years and consider myself lucky to have found a doctor like Dr Ward long ago.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Ward will take the time to listen to you.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Great doc. Listens and converses. Does not lecture. Looks for patient specific outcomes.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Professional, thorough, personable, and friendly.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Takes his time to explain things. Been going here for many years.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Very nice, listens and provides plenty of opportunity to bring up concerns and ask questions. Never acts as if he's in a hurry.

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November 15, 2025

5.0

Efficient

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Extremely in tune with my health care needs

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November 12, 2025

5.0

The best care I've ever received.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Ward is a smart, gentle soul.

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November 10, 2025

5.0

Thorough

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November 09, 2025

5.0

Great personality and advice. Cares about my well-being.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

He is very good.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Doctor Ward is awesome! My test results prove it. He is truly concerned about my health.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Caring and helpful

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Excellent service

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Very thorough

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November 01, 2025

5.0

Good Doctor, very knowledgeable

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October 29, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and compassionate.

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October 29, 2025

5.0

Dr Ward is a wonderful doctor who addresses all of my concerns then follows up with the appropriate tests to rule out possible illnesses. He also responds so quickly. I really appreciate him and his support staff.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

In all the years I've been seeing Dr. Ward he has always given me accurate advice. He's also kind, considerate and a good listener.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Nurse Ann was very professional and friendly as she prepared me for my visit with Dr. Ward. Dr. Ward was very thorough and spent a good amount of time to aqaint himself with me.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ward is quick to respond to questions whether in person or through email. Dr. Ward is also available when needed.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

I have been with Dr. Ward for many years and he has always listened and addressed any issues I've presented. As I get older, he is also very proactive in helping me avoid any problems that might arise in the future. Very happy with his care.

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ward is through and knows all about me even though I'm only in once a year. He has time to discuss any and all problems

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October 27, 2025

5.0

Listens to your concerns

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October 26, 2025

5.0

Dr ward is awesome!

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October 23, 2025

5.0

He offers very open, honest and meaningful information during your visits. He is definitely concerned about the well being of his patients.

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October 22, 2025

5.0

Been seeing him for 25 years

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Great Doctor, always concerned

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October 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ward is a critical thinker who looks out for the needs of his patients without assuming that he knows the right answer. He always listens to his patients and respects their opinions. He is timely and is very pleasant to work with.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Always prompt and helpful.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Nice guy, listens to you.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

He is a very good listener

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October 10, 2025

5.0

On time, very professional, cares about my well-being

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ward is very thorough with his evaluation and keeps pushing me to get the proper preventative care that I need. I appreciate that very much.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

He listens

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October 08, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgeable in all areas and follows through with helping patients I'm so glad that he is my doctor

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October 07, 2025

5.0

All of the staff are very nice and friendly

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ward is so professional, attentive and a good listener. He asks the right questions in order to be sure that he understands my concerns.

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October 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Edward Ward III is fantastic and awesome

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October 01, 2025

5.0

Dr Ward is 10+++++ ,He is very observant , he take the time to hear my problems and review tests to compare them and always explaines treatment if needed. He has called me at home discuss my health and I can always depend that will responde a s a p to my e mails

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October 01, 2025

5.0

We love Doctor Ward! He's patient, kind, caring and takes time to listen. He checks his MyChart messages and responds in a timely manner. Our entire family switched to Dr. Ward for primary care.

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable patient and understanding

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September 28, 2025

5.0

see previous comments + concerned

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Disclosures

Edward J. Ward III, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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