Douglas M. Sidle, MD

Douglas M. Sidle, MD

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Primary Specialty

Facial Plastic Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1999
Internship:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2000
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2004

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September 25, 2017

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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5.0
5.0 

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March 29, 2022

5.0

He is kind and caring and exceptional

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March 29, 2022

5.0

Always personable, professional and meticulous and trustworthy.

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March 25, 2022

5.0

An excellent physician with a great personality and terrific socks! He and his PA, Erin, are very professional.

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March 25, 2022

5.0

Personable, patient and fully explained what he was going to do

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March 22, 2022

5.0

He spent time understanding my needs and explaining options. He was warm and approachable and answered questions thoroughly.

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March 19, 2022

5.0

Friendly, takes time, listens, makes recommendations but never pushes services.

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March 18, 2022

5.0

Wonderful physician!!

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March 18, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and did a great job

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March 15, 2022

5.0

He seems very knowledgeable and you can tell he is passionate about what he does.

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March 11, 2022

5.0

Dr Sidle is the best. Professional, skilled, excellent manner, and trustworthy and nice!!

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March 10, 2022

5.0

I have had major surgery performed by Dr. Sidle & with the great care given by Erin Hoke also, before & afterward, gave me peace of mind with everything I'd been so very concerned about. I've referred other people since!

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Dr. Sidle was so kind and explained everything in detail and with lots of care. He had a great “bedside manner” and was very reassuring. I completely trust him with my care!

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Incredible outcome

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Love his confidence and professionalism. Seems to be very competent.

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March 04, 2022

5.0

Clearly one of the most technically gifted facial surgeons in this country, but equally as welcoming and patient with his patients.

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March 02, 2022

5.0

He is a fabulous surgeon (and a great guy)

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February 28, 2022

5.0

Very capable, smart and good natured

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February 25, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor

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February 22, 2022

5.0

Competent, listens well, good medical service, joyous and upbeat and kind.

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February 21, 2022

5.0

I’ve already recommended him to several friends . I’ve seen his results and they are impressive !

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February 19, 2022

5.0

So far so good. Great patient - doctor communication - great support staff also. See comments in prior response

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February 18, 2022

5.0

He is the best qualified.

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February 17, 2022

5.0

Dr. Sidle takes care of my face, and gives me great advice. He does great work.

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February 15, 2022

5.0

He really cares about his patients and does a thorough job.

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February 11, 2022

5.0

I have and will continue to recommend Dr. Sidle to family and friends. Not only is he an expert in his field, but he explains all steps carefully and clearly. I am quite pleased with the results after every visit!

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February 08, 2022

5.0

Dr Sidle is very personable and professional and a very skillful surgeon. I had no problems with my procedure or post-op recuperation and love the outcome.

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February 08, 2022

5.0

Dr Sidle and his team were all very compassionate and patient. I found them to be very knowledgeable and willing to discuss my questions.

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February 08, 2022

5.0

Every procedure I have had from Dr. Sidle is performed perfect. He has been my doctor since 2008. Read my comments in previous answer.

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February 07, 2022

5.0

I'm so happy that I'm in Dr. Sidle's care; I had melanoma on my face and he has done an amazing job in making a golf ball size hole in my face into a scar that is hardly visible. He's been very meticulous in my follow-up visits and I know the exact plan of care we have moving forward. I'd highly recommend him to anyone.

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February 03, 2022

5.0

Great attitude, takes time w/patient & doesn’t rush and doesn’t push services

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February 03, 2022

5.0

Great surgeon

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February 01, 2022

5.0

Dr Sidle is a talented surgeon, and has excellent communication skills. I had a great outcome from the procedure.

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January 31, 2022

5.0

Understanding, realistic, and kind!

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January 29, 2022

5.0

Very professional and yet personable. Very competent. Produces excellent results.

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January 28, 2022

5.0

Professional , skilled yet very friendly and approachable . Explains well and answers questions. Not rushed

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January 27, 2022

5.0

Dr. Sidle has excellent bed side manner and is a phenomenal surgeon. He made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process and I am thrilled with my surgery result. When I took my bandage off, I cried tears of happiness. He has changed my life.

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January 25, 2022

5.0

Beyond professional and concerned for my feelings. So happy with the outcome. I am me again.

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January 22, 2022

5.0

He was very down to earth and to the point.

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January 18, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor

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January 17, 2022

5.0

Friendly, informative, very considerate of my feelings and time

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January 17, 2022

5.0

Took time and and answered my questions.

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January 12, 2022

5.0

He’s the best!

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January 11, 2022

5.0

He’s great

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January 11, 2022

5.0

Very professional and welcoming, covers all questions sought

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January 11, 2022

5.0

Very professional!

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January 11, 2022

5.0

Great surgeon & amazing human being who put me at ease & went above & beyond in providing me with medical care.

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January 09, 2022

5.0

Execution on procedure. Detailed and follow through with his assistant Erin was great.

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January 01, 2022

5.0

Dr. Sidle is very personable and really listens to the patients concerns. He addresses and explains all issues in a way the average person can understand. He really takes his time at each appointment and never makes me feel rushed. I could not recommend him enough!

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December 24, 2021

5.0

Wonderful surgeon who is extremely personable, and makes people immediately comfortable. He explains everything , answers questions fully , and is honest about what he is able to achieve (or not) for patient. This was as non stressful of a surgical experience as I could have hoped for. His physician assistant, Erin Hoke, was very knowledgeable and responsive.

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December 20, 2021

5.0

He is the best!!! Talented and caring

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December 17, 2021

5.0

Great bedside manner, knowledgeable, and honest.

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December 17, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sidle was well informed, professional, helpful & supportive. His PA, Ms. Erin was very helpful & both made the visit a great experience!

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December 17, 2021

5.0

Honest, realistic, great bedside manner

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December 16, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sidle rocks!

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December 14, 2021

5.0

Very caring and continues to be Attentive after surgery is done for follow up care

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December 14, 2021

5.0

Personable doctor who is also extremely skilled and knowledgeable.

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December 13, 2021

5.0

He was very personable. He fully understood my situation. Fortunately, my records are all at Northwestern. I was very comfortable with his recommendation.

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December 11, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sidle sits down and listens to your concerns. He is very reassuring that he will fix any issues that arises.

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December 07, 2021

5.0

Professional and extremely qualified while being approachable as well as having an excellent bedside manner.

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December 02, 2021

5.0

Great guy and excellent doctor Very personable Provides top notch care

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November 22, 2021

5.0

He listens to a patient's concerns and is always kind.

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November 19, 2021

5.0

Felt immediately comfortable with Dr, Sidle and he had come highly recommended . He was thorough, and explained all of the issues in an understandable manner . I did not feel that he was “selling” or promising perfection, but rather was realistic about my surgery and what could be achieved . He listened to my concerns and addressed them in an honest and reassuring manner. He has a casual, non-arrogant demeanor and a good sense of humor which immediately puts one at ease.

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November 19, 2021

5.0

Took his time. Explained his thoughts and options. Well mannered.

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November 18, 2021

5.0

I felt very confident in Dr. Sidle and his staff

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November 16, 2021

5.0

Highly competent, patient focused and stands behind his practice 100%

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November 13, 2021

5.0

Skill Care Warmth Patient experience Professionalism

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November 09, 2021

5.0

He is very a genuine and nice doctor. Told me exactly what he was going to do during my surgery and how follow up would be. Very personable, Talented surgeon!

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November 01, 2021

5.0

Take his time very thoughtful he explained everything perfectly 👌

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November 01, 2021

5.0

He’s the Best!

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October 31, 2021

5.0

Great staff and service.

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October 29, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sidle cares about his patients.

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October 22, 2021

5.0

He was so amazing. I can’t say enough how helpful he was.

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October 21, 2021

5.0

we believe Dr Sidle and Erin are a gift to the medical world at every level! . Skill, accommodating, interested in their patients personally. We have recommended Dr Sidle and Erin to atleast 12-15 folks!

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October 19, 2021

5.0

Sidle was friendly and put me at ease during the course of the procedure. My procedure was pretty simple, so I cannot comment on his skill but I hear that he's awesome.

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October 12, 2021

5.0

Exceptional knowledge and professional care with an approachable demeanor. He is one of the best doctors I have encountered in Chicago.

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October 06, 2021

5.0

He’s very skilled, enthusiastic, & really cares about his patients & doing a great job

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October 05, 2021

5.0

Dr Sidle is thorough, professional, helpful, thoughtful, kind, considerate and brilliant, and always puts the patient first.

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October 02, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sidle is a great doctor and surgeon. A patient knows when he takes care of them -there are no worries. He is a kind, caring expert in his practice of medicine. There is no better doctor than him. I have been his patient for over 14 years.

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October 01, 2021

5.0

Dr Sidle explains each procedure in detail and communicates with the patient throughout the process

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September 30, 2021

5.0

Talented, professional and kind.

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September 28, 2021

5.0

Excellent care

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September 28, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sidle came highly recommended from a friend. He took time with me, listened, answered all questions and explained everything in detail that was important for me to know.

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September 25, 2021

5.0

Dr, Sidle was great. He took a lot of time answering all my questions, explaining the procedures I was interested in & making recommendations. He was attentive & good listener. I never felt rushed.

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September 23, 2021

5.0

I liked everything about him including his openness and thoroughness in explaining the procedure. And, he laughs easily.

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September 23, 2021

5.0

He is extremely personable, kind, funny and, of course, very skilled and knowledgeable. I was immediately put at ease and he explained everything perfectly

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September 22, 2021

5.0

He’s the Best!

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September 20, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sidle and team provide excellent care and a wonderful office experience.

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September 20, 2021

5.0

Everyone tells me how good I look. Not everyone knows I had a lower face lift, but the ones who do know tell me what a natural look I have vs., a cosmetic surgery look.

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September 16, 2021

5.0

He listens, he is friendly, and he takes time to get to know his patients.

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September 02, 2021

5.0

Dr Sidle is skilled, thoughtful and an excellent communicator and confident. I’m glad that I found him for my procedure.

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August 31, 2021

5.0

Wonderful bedside manner and he knew exactly what I wanted both aesthetically and functionally. I am super happy w my results!

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August 31, 2021

5.0

He is very personable as well as extremely knowledgeable. His chair side manner is very engaging and I felt totally comfortable.

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August 30, 2021

5.0

Polite, very knowledgeable, someone I can trust. Å“Eric? is also outstanding!!!!

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August 29, 2021

5.0

Hes the best.

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August 28, 2021

5.0

He is amazing

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August 24, 2021

5.0

I have referred many people, that are serious about getting the very best surgerie's with Dr. Sidle's recommendation's, he alway's will suggest the option's & to take plenty of time to think everything over ...[a superior specialist in his profession] & procedure's & the great aftercare after surgery!

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August 23, 2021

5.0

Dr Sidle is exceptionally personable and professional and an excellent surgeon who cares about his patients. He ensures the patient clearly understands the procedure as well as patient self care following the surgery. He is available for questions after hours in the need arises.

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August 16, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sidle is a kind man. Some doctors are very mechanical and that can be off-putting. Dr. Sidles bedside manner is exemplary. Professional and likable.

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August 12, 2021

5.0

Dr. Sidle was not only extremely professional but demonstrated such care and concern for his patient. He understood both the physical and emotional aspects of undergoing surgery and made himself available even after hours. He was patient and explained every step of the procedure before and after which was extremely comforting. I would highly recommend him both for the quality of his work and his care for the patient. Both extremely impressive.

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August 11, 2021

5.0

Thorough, friendly, competent, respectful service.

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