Nicholas J. Tapas, MD

Nicholas J. Tapas, MD

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Pediatrics

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1994
Residency:
Advocate Health Care (Advocate Children's Hospital/Park Ridge) - 1997

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:
Central DuPage Hospital

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August 22, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tapas is caring, friendly and thorough.

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August 08, 2023

5.0

He is thorough. Answers all our questions

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August 07, 2023

5.0

Dr Tapas and the entire staff are friendly and helpful. We don't have to wait very long and everything moves quickly once we are in the exam.

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August 03, 2023

5.0

He is very caring and he listens

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August 02, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tapas is very knowledgeable and has a great bedside manner. He’s been our pediatrician since my kids were newborns and he’s never steered us wrong! He is the best!

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July 21, 2023

5.0

He’s always attentive and response to our concerns. Plus, he’s a kind person

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July 20, 2023

5.0

He has an excellent bedside manner and is very thorough. Great with kids and humorous

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July 19, 2023

5.0

He was so kind and sweet to my kids! He is very good at communicating on their levels, while also discussing things with the parent!

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Always a great experience. We feel cared for and not rushed. Everyone is so pleasant and kind to us and our kids.

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July 12, 2023

5.0

He is great with my daughter and very kind.

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July 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tapas is the best. Known him for 17 years. Knows his stuff, stays up to date, loves all my kids, funny, just a wonderful man.

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July 05, 2023

5.0

He is amazing! Listens to me and my children, always makes everyone comfortable. He is knowledgeable and I feel that we are truly getting top notch care from him

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July 02, 2023

5.0

He has a great sense of humor and puts us all at ease

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June 26, 2023

5.0

Great with kids! Excellent detail, explains everything and we never feel rushed.

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June 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Tapas is kind and honest, obviously very knowledgeable and is caring.

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June 13, 2023

5.0

He’s amazing

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June 09, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tapas is great! He takes the time to explain everything to both me as the parent and to my child. He has a wonderful bedside manner that makes everyone comfortable.

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June 06, 2023

5.0

He really cares!!!

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June 06, 2023

5.0

He listens and actually cares.

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June 01, 2023

5.0

Kind and friendly and really connects with his patients. We love him as much as our son does.

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May 30, 2023

5.0

Friendly, easy to talk to, great with kids, very knowledgeable.

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May 25, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and personable, Dr Tapas really put our concerns at ease and made us feel great!

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Dr Tapas is reassuring, kind and funny. Makes my children feel very comfortable.

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May 02, 2023

5.0

Excellent doctor. Very good with kids.

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May 01, 2023

5.0

Spends a lot of time and is thorough

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April 29, 2023

5.0

Listens to my concerns about my children

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April 18, 2023

5.0

He’s friendly and easy to talk to.

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April 16, 2023

5.0

He's great with kids

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April 15, 2023

5.0

Extraordinary provider who is genuinely kind and with exceptional bedside manner and clinical care. Thank you for all you do to care for your patients and their families.

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April 10, 2023

5.0

We love Dr. Tapas! He listens to our questions, always makes the kids feel comfortable and makes sure we know what we need to know at the end of the appointment.

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March 24, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tapas and staff are wonderful, caring, knowledgeable and compassionate.

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March 22, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tapas is extremely knowledgeable and pays close attention to detail. I plan to take all of my children to Dr. Tapas because if there is a health issue needing intervention, he delivers the news to us very gently and compassionately. That’s extremely important to me!

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March 17, 2023

5.0

Friendly

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March 16, 2023

5.0

Because he is a good doctor and nice and very very kind my kids love him

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March 07, 2023

5.0

He told us about a missed vaccine that no other Dr noticed. He is funny and made my kid feel comfortable

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March 02, 2023

5.0

Dr. TAPAS always listens

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March 01, 2023

5.0

Dr Tapas is great. My son loves his humor, and I appreciate his careful and conscientious approach.

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February 25, 2023

5.0

He listens to every concern and has a great bedside manner.

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February 24, 2023

5.0

He is a fantastic doctor with great patient care, communication, knowledge and compassion.

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February 21, 2023

5.0

Friendly caring funny

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February 21, 2023

5.0

Dr Tapas is the best doctor I have ever met.

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February 20, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tapas was kind and encouraging, didn’t rush through the appointment at all. He was thorough & my daughter felt comfortable with him.

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February 08, 2023

5.0

He is very personable and really follows through with making sure you have all the resources and words of encouragement that you need.

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February 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Tapas has been diligent in his diagnoses for our twins. He is very knowledgeable, prompt and has a great bedside manor. My husband and I feel blessed that our children are in such great care.

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February 01, 2023

5.0

Very caring and thorough. Did not rush. Answered all of our questions.

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January 26, 2023

5.0

He has provided care with passion and addressed all my concerns.

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January 11, 2023

4.0

Good

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January 09, 2023

5.0

He is super knowledgeable, friendly and really cares for my babies.

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January 03, 2023

5.0

He’s great overall

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January 02, 2023

4.0

Quick diagnosis and appropriate treatment

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December 29, 2022

5.0

Communication Pleasant demeanor On time Knowledgeable

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December 29, 2022

5.0

For your service and dedication.

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December 27, 2022

5.0

The doctor was able to see my son and got him the medical treatment he needed.

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December 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tapas is the very best doctor and cares so much about me and my family. He’s worth the long drive to get to his clinic.

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December 22, 2022

5.0

He’s funny and kind and addresses all my concerns.

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December 07, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and helpful

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December 02, 2022

5.0

Takes his time with his assessment, makes sure to answer all questions

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November 29, 2022

5.0

Dr Tapas is our absolute fav!!!

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November 29, 2022

5.0

very personal with care

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November 26, 2022

5.0

Makes sure you feel confident has a parent

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November 20, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tapas was very thorough and made sure to explain things in a way we could understand

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November 14, 2022

5.0

He is the ABSOLUTE best! My kids have LOVED him since they were little. They are about age out… they’re going to miss Dr Tapas!

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November 14, 2022

5.0

He always makes us feel like our daughter is important

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November 03, 2022

5.0

He’s a good doc, has a wonderful big view of medicine and treatments, isn’t afraid to ask for help (specialists), he’s funny and connects with the kids.

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October 28, 2022

5.0

He’s super personable with the kids. I appreciate that they get input in their care!

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October 28, 2022

4.0

He’s got a great sense of humor and is good with the kids

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October 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tapas has a great bedside manner! My son has had a few stressful medical issues and he always feels better after talking with Dr. Tapas.

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October 27, 2022

5.0

We trust Dr. Tapas immensely!!

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October 25, 2022

5.0

He is great with kids and I trust him to take great care of my kids. Plus he is a snappy dresser.

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October 24, 2022

5.0

Attitude, professionalism

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October 23, 2022

5.0

Always available when I need questions answered

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October 19, 2022

5.0

He truly is the best!!! Kids love him. I love him. And just wonderful.

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October 18, 2022

5.0

So friendly and great with the kids!

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October 12, 2022

5.0

He’s the very best doctor for our kids! We adore him.

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October 11, 2022

5.0

He is kind and caring for all of his patients. Our 3 year old is not the biggest fan of going to the doctor but Dr Tapas makes it an enjoyable experience and interacts with kids of all ages.

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October 10, 2022

5.0

Dr.Tapas is very caring. He makes sure that he listens to your concerns and give very good treatment plan.

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October 04, 2022

5.0

He's been our pediatrician for 9 years, and we are looking forward to his expertise for years to come!

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October 03, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tapas has always shown compassion and provided all my children the best possible care. He is very personable and takes whatever time is needed to ensure our children are well taken care of in every situation.

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September 27, 2022

5.0

After moving to STC, I did lots of research and interviewed numerous pediatricians. His knowledge and mannerisms are what my kids need in a doctor. I’ve referred many friends to him as well.

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September 27, 2022

5.0

He’s the best!

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September 23, 2022

5.0

He takes the time to listen and explain. He does it in a manner that makes you feel heard, validated, and walk away with a better understanding of what’s going on with your child. He’s also super friendly and caring.

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September 21, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tapas is a great doctor. Our family was instantly comfortable with him caring for our newborn, and we are transferring our older daughter to be treated by him as well (previously patient at Wheaton pediatrics)

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September 19, 2022

5.0

Very friendly, understood our concerns and can tell he has great experience with babies.

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September 19, 2022

5.0

Dr tapas is incredible. He is thorough, friendly, patient and intelligent. I have NEVER had a bad experience there. I know that care my children get is exceptional.

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September 17, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tapas the most amazing Dr we ever meet. Knowledgeable, kind , caring and attentive in all the aspects. We are thankful for him and the care he offers to our family. Our family loves Dr. Tapas

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September 17, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tapas is amazing my girls (6 & 11) love him. He makes them feel comfortable and I never have a problem when I tell them that they have a doctors appointment. This means so much to me as a parent, all I want is for my girls to feel safe and comfortable. He is the BEST!

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September 15, 2022

5.0

He’s fantastic with the kids and with us parents. So lucky to have found him so many years ago.

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September 09, 2022

5.0

Dr grumpy bear is actually a very nice man and a awesome dr.

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September 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tapas is fantastic!! Very knowledgeable, wonderful bedside manner, really listens to you. Couldn’t ask for anything else in a pediatrician. I highly recommend him.

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September 07, 2022

5.0

Caring and listens

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September 06, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tapas is wonderful

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September 03, 2022

5.0

I haven't met many doctors these days that seem to enjoy their work as much as Dr Tapas. He asked questions, listed to answers and had a great sense of humor and a great way to make my son (and me) feel at ease . Really great !

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September 01, 2022

5.0

Dr. Tapas cares about my family and goes out of his way to help us.

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Nicholas J. Tapas, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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