Heliodoro Medina, MD

Heliodoro Medina, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Gastroenterology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1996
Residency:
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2000
Fellowships:
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2005

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Northwestern Medicine Surgery Center

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4.9
4.9 

1024 Ratings

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85 Reviews

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85 Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

Excellent care by doctor Medina

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April 19, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and took time to explain everything.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

His bedside manner is great. He speaks clearly and straight forward. He shows care of the patient.

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Great doctor

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April 13, 2024

5.0

Very personable

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Personable and professional.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

He is a kind person and attentive to your symptoms.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

He is very friendly and at the same time he is very professional. As I stated above, he gave me a thorough explanation of the results for past procedures, he gave me helpful recommendations and he told me when I will next need a procedure.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

For such good attention also the rest of the staff

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March 22, 2024

5.0

Great doctor with great patience for questions

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Medina was so nice. His appointments were running late so I expected him to rush through my appointment time. He did not. Explained my possible issues in great detail and answered my questions, never rushed or made me feel like I had to hurry. Much appreciated.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Love this Dr. He is thorough and he LISTENS.

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March 16, 2024

5.0

Gentle and worked well with special needs daughter

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March 12, 2024

5.0

He has so much compassion and explains everything perfectly

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March 11, 2024

5.0

So polite and shows much concerned for his patients. He has a very high reputation. His actions speak of what an excellent Doctor he is.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Smart, clear, good communicator

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March 05, 2024

5.0

The Recommendations He Gives Us to Take Care of Our Health are Very Efficient, Dr.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

He is very informative and great bed side manner

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March 01, 2024

5.0

The doctor answered my questions, was patient and kind, explained things well, and did not rush.

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February 29, 2024

5.0

He was very professional he explained everything about the procedure.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Medina was very friendly and genuinely cared about my health issue. He took time to explain his thinking around my issue and provided clear next steps. Highly recommend.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor and care.

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February 13, 2024

5.0

My first doctor and friend James Wielgolewski retired and I was lucky enough to meet doctor Heliodoro Medina. 7 years ago was my 1st upper GI and colonoscopy. I had to push for this 2nd upper GI; glad I did! Doctor is very trustworthy.

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February 13, 2024

4.0

Took time to listen to my concerns.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

He is so personable and excellent at what he does.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

He has always been good to me and my family.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

The doctor and staff are very friendly, personable, speak in terms and language a patient can understand. Does not push to have tests or procedure's done that are not absolutely necessary.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Good doctor

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February 03, 2024

5.0

Listened to me and we communicated without hime behind a computer.

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February 02, 2024

5.0

He is knowledgeable , experienced, caring and very kind .

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February 02, 2024

5.0

He gave us a good explanation in my own language.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Knowledgable

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January 30, 2024

5.0

His attention to my concerns and to my long term care and steps to understand how and why.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Very Detailed in his explanations

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January 30, 2024

4.0

Today’s consult was informative & helpful. Dr. Medina is a good communicator, knowledgeable & personable, addressing questions patiently & thoroughly. This was a first visit.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Dr Medina, is very nice and caring and lot of experience.

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January 23, 2024

5.0

dr medina and susan gave me excellent care.. they took the time to explain everything to me thoroughly.. they were very enthusiastic and i felt very reassured being in their care.

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January 12, 2024

4.0

He was very warm and took the time to explain my course of medical treatment as pertaining to Parkinson’s.

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January 01, 2024

5.0

Kind, helpful, respectful, knowledgeable, patient, listens. Excellent physician!

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December 26, 2023

5.0

Excellent diagnostics. Listens to patient concerns.

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Medina provides information how it is and is always thorough. He’s friendly and funny and has the ability to relate to a patient.

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December 21, 2023

5.0

He is knowledgeable. Gives sensible, caring advice. Feel I am in very competent hands. Plus he is very likable.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

I never met him until the day of test and he acted and treated me like he knew me forever. Nurses were great

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Dr Medina is knowledgeable and very experienced, but more importantly, he is genuinely caring, compassionate, and truly dedicated to helping me be my healthiest.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Doctor actually took time and listened and helped explain everything to me.

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December 09, 2023

5.0

Very nice and friendly. Great communication.

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December 02, 2023

5.0

Dr Medina is always so friendly and upbeat.

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December 01, 2023

5.0

I trust them for myself and wouldn't hesitate to recommend to family and friend.

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December 01, 2023

5.0

He was very informative in telling me what to expect for my procedure

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November 25, 2023

5.0

Kind and listens to you when you talk.

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November 23, 2023

5.0

Communicates concisely. Professional.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

Friendly...not rushed.

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November 16, 2023

5.0

I really like Dr. Medina. He is very nice and professional. He spends a lot of time with me.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

great doctor. again

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November 09, 2023

5.0

He’s the best. Friendly, engaging and professional. Excellent!

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November 04, 2023

5.0

Very Professional

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November 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Medina is very caring and empathetic. He has great bed side manner as well.

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November 02, 2023

5.0

I have seen GI Docs from all over the Chicago metro area, and he was the only Doc that always wants to help. His staff is so nice.

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November 02, 2023

5.0

great in-depth explanation and in life examples for me to understand further

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November 02, 2023

5.0

I would recommend him 100% because he speaks my language and is very professional.

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November 02, 2023

5.0

I like the fact Dr Medina explains exactly the treatment he’s planning and what’s possibly the next step and why

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October 31, 2023

5.0

Great doctor highly recommended

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Good doctor listen to you and take care of his patients

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October 27, 2023

5.0

I was very happy with my care and their kindness.

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October 20, 2023

5.0

He is so easy to talk with. He makes you feel like he actually cares about you and not just another number and money in his pocket. He explains things well.

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October 19, 2023

5.0

I feel my health is in good care with him and he explains things well

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October 16, 2023

5.0

Very likable, good caregiver

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October 13, 2023

5.0

He is wonderful

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October 12, 2023

5.0

He is an excellent doctor

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October 11, 2023

5.0

Very detailed the correct way to have a study done, the process VERY professional, patient and personally I saw that he reviewed ALL the details of my physical situation

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October 10, 2023

5.0

He’s very thorough, takes time to answer questions.

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October 07, 2023

5.0

Essentially the same as above, plus the fact that he appears to be very capable and confident

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October 05, 2023

5.0

Kind caring friendly mannerism

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October 02, 2023

5.0

Dr Medina was prompt and took his time. He explained things well.

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September 26, 2023

5.0

Extremely professional without being stuffy.

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September 26, 2023

5.0

Complete description of everything found in the procedures, and what needs to be done.

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September 22, 2023

5.0

Dr Medina always takes plenty of time to explain things and answer all my questions. He has a pleasant manner.

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September 21, 2023

5.0

Excellent attention, professionalism, respect

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September 17, 2023

5.0

Everyone was great from the very start to finish, What an exceptional way to run a department. professional friendly, Kind. I was very impressed.

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September 15, 2023

5.0

Listen. and question

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September 15, 2023

5.0

He’s da best.

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September 12, 2023

5.0

His dedication and long time he spends with each of his patients! His truth when speaking and getting to the "heart" of what must be done to get the desired " lifestyle" back that is sorely missed by patients. Especially when the patient has a family and two grandsons that mean much to both of us .

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September 11, 2023

5.0

The doctor was very personable and thorough in his explanation of my colonoscopy. I knew I was in good hands.

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September 04, 2023

5.0

Doctor Medina is a very good doctor. Everything the patient what’s to know he explains it very well.

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September 01, 2023

5.0

Dr Medina is a skilled professional who truly takes the time to listen and thoroughly explain medical diagnoses and treatments. He is a wonderful doctor !

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