Ayla Bakar, MD

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Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Endocrinology

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Dow University of Health Sciences - 1999
Residency:: Advocate Health Care (Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center) - 2007
Fellowships:: University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix - 2009

Languages Spoken

Urdu

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine/Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (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

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4.9

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1657 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

Dr. Bakar was friendly, thorough and took her time listening to my concerns. She explained my options as we discussed next steps in my treatment plan.

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February 22, 2026

5.0

she cares about her patients

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February 21, 2026

5.0

She is very caring

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February 20, 2026

5.0

She is very good at what she does. She is very thorough, and she is very kind.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Very good Dr.

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Ayla Bakar is very good at what she does

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Drawer. Bakar is so easy to talk to, she explains everything in detail and really provides the encouragement I need. My health has improved since coming to her and I'm so grateful.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Listens and always goes over everything

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February 16, 2026

5.0

She is very focused and efficient.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Great care!

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Very good doctor explains everything very friendly. And always smiling

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Dr Bakar truly listens and gives great advice on all aspects of taking care of your diabetes.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

The smartest, most knowledgeable and helpful doctor I have ever met.

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February 05, 2026

5.0

She is smart and funny and easy to talk to

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Dr Bakar listens and offers solutions to what is going on ... spends time and doesn't rush

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February 01, 2026

5.0

Dr Bakar is a very good doctor, Very thorough and stays on top of all aspects of your health.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

She is awesome. She listens and responds to all of your needs

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January 24, 2026

5.0

She is one of the most caring doctors i ever witnessed. She was able to diagnose me properly, and address the root cause. I will be forever grateful for her.

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January 24, 2026

5.0

She's great at what she does. She has helped reach many of my goals.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Understanding

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January 04, 2026

5.0

Intelligent, kind and easy to talk to. Sets realistic goals for me.

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Dr. listens to my concerns and suggests what I am to do next t.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

She was kind, patient, and answered all my questions.

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December 29, 2025

5.0

In addition to my answer to the previous question, I highly recommend Dr, Bakar to anyone. The Nurses & Medical Assistants in her office are very friendly, helpful, & compassionate. Keep up the great work ladies!

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December 27, 2025

5.0

Thorough and explained everything so I could understand.

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December 26, 2025

5.0

Takes time with patient. Knowledgeable

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December 23, 2025

5.0

She is awesome.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

She is easy to talk to and listens.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Bakar takes the time to discuss results so I can understand what medical wording. Great bedside manner and genuinely caring.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Very informative

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December 18, 2025

5.0

She listens, explains in great detail test results, and I never feel like she is rushing me out of her office!

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December 16, 2025

5.0

She is wonderful

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December 15, 2025

5.0

She is caring and listens. A well versed doctor.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Dr Bakar should be my personal physician for everything... She takes her time you never feel rushed and she asked great questions and makes you feel like you're the only patient in her life... I know she is extremely busy but my gratitude is unfailing for how I feel after my visit with her... Northwestern has the best because of doctors like her. And because of her, I would recommend the hospital and associated facilities and especially Dr Bakar.!!!

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December 11, 2025

5.0

I can ask her anything and she is helpful in her responses.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

She is a very good doctor

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December 10, 2025

5.0

She takes time and really listens. Very friendly.

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November 26, 2025

5.0

She truly is a great caring doctor.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Dr Bakar listened to my concerns.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

Pleasant visit, with easy solution

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November 22, 2025

5.0

I like my doctor. Very thourough and involves her patients in all dicisions.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Same as above. Doesn't overbook appointments

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November 13, 2025

5.0

She listens. She cares. She explains medical issues and lab results in an understandable way. It is really reassuring having a doctor like Dr. Bakar taking care of you.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bakar is a very special lady. I feel fortunate to have her as my doctor.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Bakar is very thorough with her patients. She takes the time to listen and I have always felt like it was a nice partnership between doctor and patient regarding my care.

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November 09, 2025

5.0

Very thorough care and everything explained well

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Very compassionate and wonderful

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Very smart, kind and helpful.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor. Takes time to explain everything thoroughly and patently

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bakar is AWESOME! She takes the time to explain everything. She is so respectful and kind.

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Wonderful doctor

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October 24, 2025

5.0

Caring & compassionate doctor

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October 21, 2025

5.0

She listened to my concerns and responded with well thought out answers.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

She shows a lot of compassion for her patients

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October 19, 2025

5.0

One of the most caring and sweetest doctors I have meet.

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Informed, educated, empathetic Staff

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October 16, 2025

5.0

I've recommended her to many. She is an excellent doctor who has a great bedside manner and is thorough.

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October 12, 2025

5.0

Already did

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Professional, experienced and should interest in my care.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Personable, easy to talk to, listened to my concerns, answered my questions. Did not feel rushed & explained the treatment plan.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Shd is very thorough

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September 26, 2025

5.0

Everything i said above and approachable sincere willing to listen to my concerns

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September 25, 2025

5.0

Takes time with her patients

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September 23, 2025

5.0

Very organized and caring professional. Easy to talk with.

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September 20, 2025

5.0

She is wonderful, gives the patient plenty of her time

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September 18, 2025

5.0

I like her level of care

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September 18, 2025

5.0

Knowleageable, patient and experienced

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September 17, 2025

5.0

She is a very caring doctor and listens to the patient. I like her and her care.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Love Dr. Bakar

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September 10, 2025

5.0

She was very personable and thorough.

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September 05, 2025

5.0

Felt that Dr Bakar took a lot of time making sure I understood my health needs and that all my questions were answered.

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September 03, 2025

5.0

Attentive, approachable, and caring.

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September 02, 2025

5.0

I think Dr. Bakar is wonderful, but don't make me wait an hour or more if my apt is at 4:20, I should not be leaving without seeing her at 5:20 because I have other obligations.

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September 01, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable, caring and listens to my concerns. She has amazing bedside manner, even though very busy. She praises me enough to make me feel very good and want to continue with my present diabetic care regimen. I simply love her and always look forward to my appointments with her.

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August 27, 2025

5.0

Compassionate, thorough care. Her service and medical expertise invikes trust of her patients!

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August 22, 2025

5.0

Because she listened and didn't try to talk over or around me.

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August 21, 2025

5.0

She cares and covers all areas of treatment

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August 19, 2025

5.0

I have

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August 19, 2025

5.0

Very friendly , knowledgeable , professional, explains everything and asks & and answers questions

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August 18, 2025

5.0

She spends time with you and makes sure you understand the directions she is giving you.

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August 18, 2025

5.0

Because she is thorough in her care of me

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August 15, 2025

5.0

She is great

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August 14, 2025

5.0

I trust her judgment

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August 14, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable. She truly cares and listens. She's a very good doctor. You are lucky to have her

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August 13, 2025

5.0

She's so considerate and loves to push me to be better every visit

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August 12, 2025

5.0

I like her and recommended her to a co worker

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August 11, 2025

5.0

Very caring

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August 10, 2025

5.0

She is wonderful and cares about her patience.

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August 10, 2025

5.0

Takes the time to know the patient and puts together a plan for care.

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August 07, 2025

5.0

She is awesome.

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August 06, 2025

5.0

Love her!

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August 05, 2025

5.0

She is thorough, compassionate, easy to talk to, and she listens.

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August 05, 2025

5.0

So smart and kind to patients.

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August 04, 2025

5.0

Same as above, she is an excellent doctor

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August 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bakar is very kind and polite. She takes the time to talk to me and listens to my concerns and what I have to say. She always asks if I have any questions and answers them professionally. It's a pleasure to be one of her patients.

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July 31, 2025

5.0

The Doctor is very professional and interested in the patient. I feel taht she understands the disease.

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July 30, 2025

5.0

She explained everything

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July 30, 2025

5.0

she cares

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July 28, 2025

5.0

Dr Bakar takes her time going over your history and best suggestions for moving forward. She is very easy to talk to and I feel that's most important for a patient to be comfortable with their Dr

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July 26, 2025

5.0

She is very thorough and provides quality care

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Ayla Bakar, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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