Shalini Bhattacharya, MD

Shalini Bhattacharya, MD

4.9 
743 ratings  Read Reviews
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Primary Specialty

Internal Medicine

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine - 2013
Residency:
Rush University Medical Center - 2017

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January 31, 2020

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
  • American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Health System Clinician, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

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4.9
4.9 

743 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

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100 Most Recent Reviews

March 31, 2022

5.0

I can go on record and say that she is probably the best dr I’ve ever seen in my life. Her compassion and passion for what she does is outstanding. I can’t stress enough how wonderful I think she is.

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March 28, 2022

5.0

Always super nice and friendly, listens carefully to my symptoms. She also has a plan for next steps and a blood test to make sure my organs are working out properly and are healthy.

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March 23, 2022

5.0

Very kind

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March 18, 2022

5.0

Great experience

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March 16, 2022

5.0

Great, empathetic, listens, and is very pragmatic

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March 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. Bhattacharya is very thorough and made sure she did everything she could in assisting me with lowering my blood pressure. She seemed concerned and eager to resolve the issue. She’s always very nice and respectful.

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March 15, 2022

5.0

She is kind and attentive. Listened well to my issues. She is caring and empathetic in her feedback.

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March 15, 2022

5.0

Caring, attentive and always courteous. Love Dr. Bhattacharya!

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Dr Bhattacharya is patient, thorough, they take their time and answer your questions, provide great health and wellness recommendations, and lastly their follow up has a fast turnaround with explanations.

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March 07, 2022

5.0

Took the time to listen and discuss concerns

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March 04, 2022

5.0

Absolutely loved my experience today with Dr Bhattacharya. This was one of the most thorough physicals I’ve ever had. We took care of many things like vaccines and blood word— she was excellent overall! So happy to have found her and looking forward to visiting her again.

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March 02, 2022

5.0

Preofessional, kind, compassionate

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March 01, 2022

5.0

Organized and friendly

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March 01, 2022

5.0

She is very friendly and knowledgeable.

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February 24, 2022

5.0

She is very thorough and always appears to double check results, BP readings done by battery reader appear suspect. She took a BP readings with manual cuff 1st read 153/80 2nd taken by Dr "B" 123/77!

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February 24, 2022

5.0

the doctor listens!

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February 19, 2022

5.0

She listens and wants to know all changes in your care and direct and suggest other alternatives

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February 19, 2022

5.0

She take her time with her patient. she listening to you when you have question she respond to your question.

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February 10, 2022

5.0

She was great.

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February 09, 2022

5.0

Easy to talk with. Listens/asks questions

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February 08, 2022

5.0

She’s amazing! She is responsive, kind and above all listens and addresses your concerns. She is hands down the best doctor I’ve ever worked with!

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February 08, 2022

5.0

Friendly, organized, good quality care

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February 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Bhattacharya has the best personality, is super knowledgeable, asks lots of questions, and really listens.

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February 05, 2022

5.0

She is a very caring and knowledgeable doctor. She takes the time to listen.

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February 02, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, Understanding, Efficient, Connection

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January 30, 2022

5.0

Great doctor.

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January 29, 2022

5.0

She's very friendly & professional

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January 28, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor, kind and thorough

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January 26, 2022

5.0

Patient and helpful!

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January 26, 2022

5.0

She is caring and a good listener

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January 25, 2022

5.0

This was my first time meeting Dr. Bhattacharya and she was so lovely. She was extremely attentive and listened to what I was saying and was able to give her feedback accordingly. Dr. Bhattacharya is super personable and I would highly recommend her.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

She seems to listen and care, and doesn't just check boxes.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

La Dr. es amable, me presta atención y no espero mucho para que me atienda.

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January 22, 2022

5.0

Responsive.

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January 19, 2022

4.0

She is a good doctor at times but doesn’t always hear what I’ve said and at times seems like she just wants to prescribe medication

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January 18, 2022

5.0

Very accommodating and professional

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January 17, 2022

5.0

Lovely, warm, and informativr

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January 14, 2022

5.0

warm, good listener, thorough

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January 11, 2022

5.0

She was able to response to all my concerns and was very helpful.

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January 07, 2022

5.0

She's a doctor to have patient with her patient and she don't rush you and she examine you good

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January 05, 2022

5.0

She is really nice and listens to you. Makes you feel comfortable even in slightly uncomfortable situations.

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January 01, 2022

5.0

Dr. Bhattacharya has the best bedside manner I've ever had with any physician. She's always listening and actually hearing me when I share my needs. She's understanding and attentive, all while managing the new Covid world. Her empathetic disposition sets her apart.

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January 01, 2022

5.0

Very caring and diligent

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December 26, 2021

5.0

Absolutely caring and amazing physician !

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December 26, 2021

5.0

She is a great,caring doctor.

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December 23, 2021

5.0

Great bedside care

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December 22, 2021

5.0

Timely, great bedside, thorough, kind

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December 17, 2021

5.0

She is very nice and helpful.

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December 17, 2021

5.0

She is fantastic

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December 06, 2021

5.0

She was responsive to my concerns and offered excellent information for referalls.

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December 06, 2021

5.0

She is a very good Doctor. Listens to your concerns and explains her answers very well.

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November 29, 2021

5.0

She’s accessible, thorough and has a kind bedside manner.

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November 22, 2021

5.0

She is very thorough

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November 20, 2021

5.0

She is very empathetic and compassionate.

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November 19, 2021

5.0

She is very kind and takes time to get to know her patients.

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November 06, 2021

5.0

She is a good doctor and help and any situation

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November 05, 2021

5.0

Friendly and caring.

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October 25, 2021

5.0

She is always very concerned about my health .

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October 22, 2021

5.0

She took her time to answer every single minute question we had (even though this was a late appointment), was charming and understanding of everything we were going through, and was gentle, caring, and thorough in doing a check-up on our 4-day-old baby! Her energy was so warm and she was clear and respectful in all of her communication.

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October 22, 2021

5.0

Patient, kind, attentive, knowledgeable.

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October 20, 2021

5.0

She is wonderful with kids!

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October 17, 2021

4.0

She is a great internist.

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October 12, 2021

5.0

Dr. Bhattacharya always listens to my concerns and remembers the things we’ve talked about.

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October 12, 2021

5.0

Dr. Bhattacharya is wonderful. She's kind, listens, and makes me feel important and heard. I am grateful for her guidance and knowledge and trust her and her provider staff.

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October 11, 2021

5.0

Very easy to talk to and discuss my health issues.

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September 26, 2021

5.0

Excellent care. Never feel rushed. Answers all my questions.

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September 25, 2021

5.0

She is caring and she listens so well. Doctors aren’t like this anymore and I am really very glad to have her as my PCP

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September 24, 2021

5.0

She was thorough and quick.

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September 22, 2021

5.0

Good care.

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September 21, 2021

5.0

She explained to me everything I asked. She is very nice too

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September 17, 2021

5.0

Professional

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September 14, 2021

3.0

the doctor always seems under pressure to accomplish in time.

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September 14, 2021

5.0

She takes time to listen, has great recommendations, and is non-judgemental

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September 13, 2021

5.0

Always answers my questions and puts me at ease

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September 11, 2021

0.0

Provider didn't listen and made egregiously false statements.

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September 07, 2021

5.0

Very caring and compassionate!

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September 06, 2021

5.0

Dr. Bhattacharya is kind & explains everything clearly. She listens & truly seems to care.

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September 01, 2021

5.0

Dr. Bhattacharya was kind, knowledgeable and listened intently. I would recommend her to anyone.

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August 24, 2021

5.0

She's thorough, non-judgemental, efficient, kind.

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August 23, 2021

5.0

She was helpful and concise.

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August 22, 2021

5.0

I don’t feel rushed.

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August 19, 2021

5.0

Dr. Bhattacharya is a very kind and caring doctor – she listens to all of my concerns and gives great guidance. She has always been very responsive with test results and questions via MyChart.

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August 19, 2021

5.0

Dr Bhattacharya is very thorough and she listens to what I say and remembers what I say

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August 16, 2021

5.0

Dr. Bhattacharya is attentive and professional. For my health needs she has been fantastic.

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August 11, 2021

5.0

She’s amazing doctor

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August 10, 2021

5.0

She is always patient and thorough.

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August 10, 2021

5.0

My doctor communicates clearly

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August 09, 2021

5.0

Kind and knowledgable

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August 08, 2021

4.0

Felt a little rushed. Doctor seemed unfamiliar with my chart and reason for visit.

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August 04, 2021

5.0

Dr. Bhattacharya is the best !! She makes my first every visit a pleasant experience. She was gentle ,friendly and communicated clearly.

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August 02, 2021

5.0

Shalini Bhattacharya, MD has been our family Dr for some years. She is very caring about her patients and is dedicated to us. She has seen from my grandfather, to my mom, myself and now my son. We are all pleased. Even though I have moved 45 min to an hour from her office we don't mind the travel because she makes the trip worth it. She is great, caring, focused on our medical concerns, and response very quickly through the portal. Always providing us with peace of mind and excellent service.

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August 02, 2021

5.0

Dr. Bhattacharya was very welcoming and knowledgeable. Great bedside manners!

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July 31, 2021

5.0

Listens well, shows interest, knowledgeable and personable

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July 26, 2021

5.0

Dr. B seems attentive and caring, which I appreciate!

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July 19, 2021

5.0

Attentive and knowledgeable doctor with great bedside manner. Listened to my questions and was patient.

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July 18, 2021

5.0

Shows genuine concern for her patients

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July 16, 2021

5.0

I’m a new patient to Dr. Bhattacharya, but I quite enjoy our interactions. She listens and is present. A lot of times you can tell doctors have too much on their plate and need to get through an appt. I’m sure it’s no different for her, but I didn’t feel it. She took time, listened and offered suggestions and help beyond just the medicine!

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July 16, 2021

5.0

She is a great listener and is always with a great attitude

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July 15, 2021

5.0

Listens attentively to our concerns and gives wonderful advice

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July 15, 2021

5.0

She was kind efficient and professional

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Shalini Bhattacharya, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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