Timothy S. Garvey, MD

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1177 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Practice Focus Areas

Abnormal Pap Smear
Abnormal Periods
Colposcopy
Gay and Lesbian Healthcare
General Obstetrics
High Risk Obstetrics
Obstetrics
Preconception Counseling

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1997
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2001

Board Certifications

American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Obstetrics and Gynecology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Instructor, 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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

1177 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

96 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

96 Reviews

August 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey is very personable and caring. He and I collaborate on decisions regarding my health care, which I appreciate.

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August 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey is extremely knowledgeable, professional, explained my results to me in the most understanding way, which in turn, I left my appointment feeling relieved.

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August 29, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey is an amazing doctor. He is extremely easy to talk with and ask embarrassing personal questions. He listens patiently to all of my questions and concerns. He answers in a way to keep be from over thinking. He is really the best.

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August 27, 2023

5.0

Calmly explains things in a non judge mental way for high anxiety patients :)

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August 25, 2023

5.0

He has a calming demeanor

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August 24, 2023

5.0

Good bedside manner and was straight and to the point.

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August 22, 2023

5.0

He was very kind and knowledgeable, and he was very supportive of our family.

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August 22, 2023

5.0

The attention he has with his patients is good, very good doctor

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August 22, 2023

5.0

Friendly, caring, on time!

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August 16, 2023

5.0

The care he gives to his patients is very good.

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Excellent knowledge, great listener, great approach to the patient.

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August 15, 2023

5.0

He is an excellent doctor - heâ€™s been my gynecologist for about 15 years and Iâ€™ve had consistently thorough and good experiences with him.

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August 14, 2023

5.0

Excellent and very helpful.

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August 11, 2023

5.0

great bedside manner

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August 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey went above and beyond. He made himself available for the procedure at a time he normally wouldnâ€™t be at the hospital and made me feel very comfortable throughout the entire process.

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August 09, 2023

5.0

I really appreciated how personable he was. He didnâ€™t make me feel rushed at all. He answered all my questions, explained the reasoning behind why decisions are made, and made me feel like I was heard. I left my appointment feeling so much better about my upcoming birth. Definitely appreciated seeing him today. One of the best appts Iâ€™ve had so far in the practice.

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August 04, 2023

5.0

He was informative, kind and attentive

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August 04, 2023

5.0

I LOVE Dr. Garvey. He is always on time, so kind, and explains everything he does during exams/procedures. I have recommended him to several friends.

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August 02, 2023

5.0

He listens and explains

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August 02, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s very informed and has great customer service.

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August 01, 2023

5.0

I feel so lucky to have been connected with Dr. Garvey. He is professional, efficient and compassionate. He explains things in ways that you clearly understand and never makes you feel rushed. For us specifically, I needed a procedure and he went out of his way to make sure I was able to get scheduled in a timely manner and even made himself available for it.

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August 01, 2023

5.0

Very experienced and caring

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July 31, 2023

5.0

Excellent on multiple counts. Trust his judgement. Almost always prompt.

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July 29, 2023

5.0

Personable, understanding, great fast-talker, just like I am.

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July 28, 2023

5.0

Takes his time. Makes me feel calm. Answers all questions.

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July 28, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s great. So nice, professional and answers my questions. I feel comfortable with him.

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Although I usually only have one visit a year with Dr Garvey I always feel like it could have been last month. His attention and responsiveness to my questions are always appreciated. Sometimes I email through my chart and get quick responses ( EG. rx refill).

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Super knowledgeable, accommodating and efficient.

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July 27, 2023

5.0

Punctual, personable, professional and expertise.

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July 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey has the knowledge and patience to clarify all his patients doubts.

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July 25, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey is calm, gentle and takes time to know you as a person.

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July 24, 2023

5.0

He is very clear in his explanations.

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July 20, 2023

5.0

Friendly and professional.

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July 19, 2023

5.0

He cares.

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July 18, 2023

5.0

Approachable, knowledeable

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July 05, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and easy to talk to

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June 28, 2023

5.0

Calm, very professional!

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June 26, 2023

5.0

He's amazing. I moved out of state and still come to him for care. I feel seen by him and I trust him.

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June 22, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manner.

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June 22, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey addresses all my concerns without being dismissive, and provided reassurance that everything was fine.

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June 20, 2023

5.0

First time meeting with this doctor but answered all of our questions and discussed ultra sound thoroughly

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June 16, 2023

5.0

Very nice!

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June 15, 2023

5.0

Friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Doctor Garvey saw me quickly and he had a very pleasant bedside manner. We discussed my medical history and my concerns. I felt good about the visit when I left.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey is awesome. He cares about you as a person. He tells you to workout. Wants you to eat healthy - you can tell he cares about his patients quality of life overall.

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June 12, 2023

5.0

He was patient, knowledgable and took his time explaining things.

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June 11, 2023

5.0

Wonderful doctor, smart and kind

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June 08, 2023

5.0

I been seeing Dr. Garvey for long time and he is the greatest!!

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June 06, 2023

5.0

Kind, attentive and efficient.

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June 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey was very educational, kind, thorough, and easy to talk to. I told him I was a labor nurse and he still took the time to formally educate me on what to expect, dos and donts ect, and didnâ€™t assume that I knew everything about pregnancy ect. I really appreciated that!

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June 06, 2023

5.0

He took his time to answer questions and was very kind. I was hesitant to see a male OB but he make me very comfortable and I would see him again.

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Didnâ€™t rush and could tell he looked into my chart before speaking with me. Brought up things I should look into.

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June 04, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s responsive to my needs.

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May 31, 2023

5.0

He is easy to talk to, I feel very comfortable with him.

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May 31, 2023

5.0

He is kind and informative. Made me and my husband feel very comfortable.

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey was friendly and was reassuring when I had some concerns.

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May 31, 2023

5.0

Absolutely wonderful doctor with warm and understanding bedside manner.

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May 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey is a wonderful ObGyn. Patient, thorough, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. He makes the visits easy and efficient

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May 24, 2023

5.0

Super nice, patient, and informative.

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May 22, 2023

5.0

I worked with Tim many years ago when he was a resident in the ER. He is a good worker and doctor. He moves his case load with little delays. he explains what is going on and what the next step is in the plan of care. he gets my vote.

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May 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey is always pleasant and takes the time to ask if I have any concerns.

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May 10, 2023

5.0

Attentive care

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Excellent communicator. Compassionate.

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Very concerned about your health. Very professional.

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Personable not not over personable Professional On Time Efficient

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May 07, 2023

5.0

This was my first visit to Dr. Garvey. He was very good and asked the right questions.

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May 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey is excellent at listening to patient concerns and has a warm, kind demeanor.

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May 02, 2023

5.0

Dr Garvey has a wonderful bedside manner. Very kind and personable. He is very thorough and covers all information that is needed. He personally returns calls, which is amazing as a patient.

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April 29, 2023

5.0

Kind and knowledgeable

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April 27, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s a wonderful communicator, very thoughtful and thorough in his explanations and very professional.

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April 27, 2023

5.0

he is very knowledgeable

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April 21, 2023

5.0

He is great - easy to talk to, keeps thing short and to the point which I like, makes me feel comfortable & does a good overall job!

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April 21, 2023

5.0

Very friendly, comprehensive, explain clearly.

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April 20, 2023

5.0

Calming and caring

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April 18, 2023

5.0

Excellent !!

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April 18, 2023

5.0

So kind and compassionate. A wonderful doctor who gives great care and advice.

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April 18, 2023

5.0

He takes the time to get to know and remember me

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April 18, 2023

5.0

He was efficient, but he made sure we understood everything!

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April 17, 2023

5.0

Heâ€™s the best- easy to talk to, thorough, calm, etc

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April 04, 2023

5.0

Professional, gave all explanations that I asked him.

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April 01, 2023

5.0

Efficient and answered all of my questions. Was personable and professional.

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March 27, 2023

5.0

He is patient and makes me feel comfortable. I know he will take care of me and my baby.

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March 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey makes me feel at ease in my first pregnancy. He is knowledgable, direct, and compassionate in his communication, which I really appreciate.

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March 25, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable as well as understanding.

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March 23, 2023

5.0

Personable, welcoming, great bedside manner, knowledgeable, proactive

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March 22, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable, asked a lot of questions on medical and family history. Very friendly before, during, and after exam and helped answer all questions I had. Also confirmed Best way to communicate on continued care between visits.

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March 21, 2023

5.0

Very personable.

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March 17, 2023

5.0

He very care doctor

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March 13, 2023

5.0

He is excellent... and super responsive both pre and post procedure. I felt well taken care of.

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March 12, 2023

5.0

He is the best.

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March 10, 2023

5.0

He's a good doctor. Very kind, calm demeanor

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March 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Garvey provides clear, helpful information for my health and wellness.

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March 02, 2023

5.0

attentive, kind, explained information well

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February 28, 2023

5.0

Profesionalidad y trato amable

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February 27, 2023

5.0

He is great Dr. Always listen and give me good advices

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February 26, 2023

5.0

Been his patient for over 14 years and love his bedside manners and thoroughness

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Disclosures

Timothy S. Garvey, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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