Matthew C. Tate, MD, PhD

Matthew C. Tate, MD, PhD

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Neurological Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Emory University School of Medicine - 2006
Professional Education:
PhD, Georgia Institute of Technology - 2002
Internship:
University of California (San Francisco) - 2007
Residency:
University of California (San Francisco) - 2012

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Neurological Surgery - Neurological Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate 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:
Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9
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48 Reviews

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April 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. Tate explained everything in detail leaving me and my sons with very few questions. He also plotted a future course of treatment.

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Tate took wonderful care of me and thoroughly communicated to me and my family, my status, each step of the way. The concern and professionalism was much appreciated.

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April 23, 2025

5.0

Confident in

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April 23, 2025

5.0

He's the best

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April 18, 2025

5.0

Excellent amiable doctor

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April 13, 2025

5.0

He doesn't speak over me and takes the time to answer my questions.

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April 09, 2025

5.0

Top notch and caring practitioner.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Same as above. Professional, and friendly. Will answer any of your concerns.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Tate and Dr. [ ] have great bedside manner. They take the time to explain everything about my scan results and my treatment plan and answer all my questions.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Tate was a remarkable in every way. (see above comment). I felt at ease an confident with my discussion dealing with my medical issue.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

GREAT!!!

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Friendly personal and straightforward

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Tate has been kind and informative since the day I met him 4 years ago. He has a wonderful bedside manner and made me feel at ease and I felt very confident under his care.

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March 09, 2025

5.0

Very particular, knowledgeable, thorough and teaches well.

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Good Doctor

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Excellent communication skills, explained his rationale for his recommendations well

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February 20, 2025

5.0

He's here to save my life

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February 20, 2025

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and compassionate. He takes time to explain options and treatments.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Answers all questions caring patient

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January 31, 2025

5.0

He cares about his patient, explains the issue well.

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January 23, 2025

5.0

He is very thorough

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Showed interest in my problem I was having at that time. Gave me Neurologists names to call if I cannot see my Neurologist in Indiana which gave me appointment in Feb 19.

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January 16, 2025

5.0

The best, explains everything clearly but very thoroughly. Gives all the options and his best recommendations based on his experience and expertise.

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January 16, 2025

5.0

He's incredibly friendly and personable, always willing to explain what's happening in terms that are easy to understand for both me and my loved ones.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

He always makes me feel comfortable, explains everything to me. I feel confident in the care I'm receiving from him.

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January 02, 2025

5.0

For the doctor's competence and care for the patient

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December 23, 2024

5.0

Asks many questions. Listens for answers. Orderly no - nonsense manner. Has the appetite and follow through to make things better.

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December 06, 2024

5.0

He is a skilled and compassionate provider

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Fantastic doctor. Takes the time to explain and answer your questions.

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November 21, 2024

5.0

I'm a huge fan of Dr. Tate. He's caring and extremely skilled. I would recommend to anyone.

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November 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Tate takes the time to explain everything and is very thorough.

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November 13, 2024

5.0

I have been impressed with his honesty as he hid nothing from me from the first encounter, through diagnosis, plan for surgery and after care. He involved me in the decision process and gave me confidence and comfort in his abilities.

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November 11, 2024

5.0

He listened to me and took me seriously and gave me explanations.

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November 07, 2024

5.0

I would definitely recommend Dr. Tate, he is a genuine and compassionate doctor. You can tell her cares about the well being of his patients, he has a calming and peaceful aura.

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November 06, 2024

5.0

Dr Tate is very courteous, attentive and knowledgeable. I feel my medical care is in good hands with him.

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October 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Tate is brilliant. He made everything clear and answered all my questions.

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October 30, 2024

5.0

I always feel that Dr. Tate takes a very good amount of time our session. He is always prepared and always ontime

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October 29, 2024

5.0

Attentive

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October 25, 2024

5.0

Caring, competent, and interested in me as a patient.

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October 18, 2024

5.0

Very compassionate doctor

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October 15, 2024

5.0

Excellent Doctor/ Patient relationship; thorough explanations; quick responsiveness

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October 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Tate takes time to listen to my concerns. He clearly explains the findings of tests, shares options available for treatment and works with the patient how to move forward with treatment

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October 05, 2024

5.0

explain and answer all my questions

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September 25, 2024

5.0

Intelligent

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September 09, 2024

5.0

Lucid, empathic, leader in the field.

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September 05, 2024

5.0

I never give 10s but he was just great. So pleased I found him.

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September 02, 2024

4.0

While it was only my first appointment with Dr. Tate, he seemed very knowledgeable and caring. I had confidence in him and his recommendations for my treatment.

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September 01, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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Faculty member and/or their immediate family have engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

  • Boston Scientific Corporation (includes Guidant Corporation)

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