Emily D. Szmuilowicz, MD

Emily D. Szmuilowicz, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Endocrinology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Harvard Medical School - 2002
Residency:
Mass General Brigham - 2005
Fellowships:
Brigham and Women's Hospital - 2008

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (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
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9
4.9 

480 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

28 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

28 Reviews

April 11, 2025

5.0

I have great confidence in her ability to synthesize complex data and explain my treatment options clearly. She is collaborative and very capable.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Szmuilowicz is the best endocrinologist in Chicago

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March 22, 2025

5.0

She's an excellent doctor who cares about the patient.

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March 01, 2025

5.0

She is extremely knowledgeable. Up on the latest medical information. She takes the time to explain everything and includes me in the decision making process.

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February 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. S is open and honest with you from the start and is SO reassuring. She absolutely will do everything she can to make sure you are getting the best care and feel good about plan of care moving forward.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

Very competent Doctor and very good communicator.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner, very caring

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February 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Szmuilowicz is an amazing doctor. She is kind and caring and of equal importance, is knowledgeable, competant, and thorough. I highly recommend Dr. Szmuilowicz if you are looking for the best endocrinologist.

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February 01, 2025

5.0

See above commentary. She's a excellent clinician & person

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February 01, 2025

5.0

I'm very comfortable with her

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January 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Szmuilowicz is unparalleled in the care she gives her patients, the time she takes to make sure their concerns are heard and addressed, and the knowledge she possesses in her field. I could not recommend her highly enough.

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January 19, 2025

5.0

very good physician

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January 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Szmuilowicz is very knowledgeable, thorough and cares about her patients! She wants them to be as healthy as possible.

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January 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Emily is very knowledgeable and explains my test results clearly and provides quality health care.

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January 11, 2025

5.0

After 45 years as a labor and employment lawyer, I have worked with and been cared for by many talented physicians. I have NEVER met a more dedicated and thorough MD as Dr. Emily Szmuilowicz. She consistently reviews every aspect of my care that could be relevant to my issues. Whether testing performed outside Northwestern or within. Yet she always goes the extra mile to explore a myriad of exogenous issues that could, albeit attenuated, impact my health. Her friendly and caring professional manner are truly rare and admirable. I wish there were a 100 more like her in the Chicago area, NW has a rare treasure and should congratulated on her partnership with your hospital. Best, [Patient's Name]

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December 14, 2024

5.0

She is warm and thorough. In addition, she explains test results and recommended therapies thoroughly.

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November 08, 2024

5.0

She is excellent in her field

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November 02, 2024

5.0

She is knowledgeable, compassionate and highly recommended by Dr Mehta.

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October 19, 2024

5.0

Caring and highly qualified doctor

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October 18, 2024

5.0

She cares about her patients.

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October 15, 2024

5.0

Thorough and focused and efficient and courteous

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October 04, 2024

5.0

just a good doctor and person

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September 14, 2024

5.0

Thorough and Informed

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September 11, 2024

5.0

extremely knowledgeable about diabetes. I have had type 1 for 54 years and I learn something new every time I see Dr. S.

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September 08, 2024

5.0

See above. She's fantastic.

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September 05, 2024

5.0

She is a wonderful listener and she explains things clearly.

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September 04, 2024

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and caring.

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September 03, 2024

5.0

Because she is caring, knowledgeable, seeks to determine the reason behind medical issues that arise and problem solve and the best doctor one could possibly hope for

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Disclosures

Emily D. Szmuilowicz, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

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