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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Boston University School of Medicine - 1983
Residency:: Temple University Hospital - 1986

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant 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:: Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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2155 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

4.0

He's a good listener and very intelligent

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February 25, 2026

5.0

he works with you

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February 24, 2026

5.0

This doctor is terrific; he listens to his patients before giving his opinion.

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Dr Fox is very knowledgeable, thorough, extremely efficient and clear in our discussions related to any issues I may have, and what I need to do. He responds quickly, with regard to any questions I may have. He offers a high level of medical care. Every visit is focused and beneficial.

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February 22, 2026

5.0

He is a great doctor and easy to talk to.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

he's a great doctor

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February 18, 2026

5.0

He's a good doctor. He's caring and involves you in the your care. He had a good staff working for him..

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February 18, 2026

5.0

Knows me as a person and as a patient. I feel he personally cares about me.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Dr Steve Fox The best doctor!

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Listens to you and addresses your needs.

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February 15, 2026

5.0

Smart, efficient, easy to talk to. totally trustworthy.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

He's just the best. Compassionate, thorough, friendly. I'm so glad i was able to establish care with him.

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February 07, 2026

5.0

Professional, always runs on time, and still takes the time to answer any questions I may have. Takes concerns seriously and is a great healthcare professional!

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February 05, 2026

5.0

He was very friendly and thorough. He said he was going to follow up with us after blood results in which he did. My husband really like him, made him feel very comfortable.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Dr. Steven J Fox has a way of making you feel at ease, and his bedside manner is second to none. I have never had a better.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Straight to the point, no sugar coating. Very clear and precise with details on your health needs.

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February 02, 2026

5.0

Longevity will call back professionalism personality

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February 02, 2026

5.0

See above - Dr Fox is our family doctor and he is always professional, courteous and funny. He is very detailed in over the years has always given good advice/trestment regarding the issue on hand.

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January 31, 2026

5.0

Actually knossuesws my history and can relate to my complex medical history. Explains medical issues in a manner that can be understood by laypersons. Always on time. I respect and trust this doctor.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Easy to talk to. Normal guy.

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January 28, 2026

5.0

He is being my doctor for a lot of years and I appreciate his care and kindness.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Outstanding internal medicine physician in every respect.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Professional yet friendly and easy to talk to. I feel he is very competent, he listens, doesn't rush you, answers text messages promptly and includes my thoughts in my care.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Dr. Fox is competent and efficient.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Dr Fox is very thorough and personable!

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January 15, 2026

5.0

See above. I've been seeing Dr Fox 30 years and he has a steady way about him

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Caring, accommodating, highly cognizant of patient issues and resourceful

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January 14, 2026

5.0

see above. old school doc. really cares and knowlegable.

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Very professional and thorough

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Good and clear service

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeably, thoughtful, attentive, balanced, careful, clear.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Dr Fox listens & then spends time explaining all his observations and recommendations.

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January 07, 2026

5.0

Great provider who reviews patient notes in history diligently, and takes the time to find out what the patient's concerns are. I feel very lucky to have found my way to Dr. Fox.

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Covered everything in my history. Remind ourselves of details and what next steps are, including time for colonoscopy. Good to know about preventative measures such as PCV 20.

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January 06, 2026

5.0

See above. Also funny!

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Dr. Fox is very personable, he makes the visit enjoyable. I trust him very much as he has a keen interest in my health and making sure I understand everything clearly.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

I have felt that I have received excellent support/treatment from Dr Fox and his colleagues for many years.

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Dr Fox is awesome. He listens, cares and gives you the time needed.

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December 31, 2025

5.0

He is the best!!!

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Thorough, courteous, engaging and patient..

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Explains things clearly, does not make the consultation feel rushed and is empathetic.

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December 24, 2025

5.0

Excelente and very knowledgeable

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fox is great. He's professional, but he has a great sense of humor and that helps put patients at ease.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fox is professional, knowledgeable, caring and a good communicator.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

He gives excellent care in a friendly way.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

He's thorough, and he listens without over-diagnosing or being over-prescriptive. He is great at conversation, which helps patients relax.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable, takes time with his patients

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Answer all your questions and is very knowledgeable

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December 15, 2025

5.0

He takes his time and talks to you. I felt heard and understood. Well taken care of.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Great listener Compassionate Clinically superb

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December 04, 2025

5.0

As above, great doctor-very patient and caring.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

He is comprehensive, very personable and thoughtful. He is a great physician

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December 03, 2025

5.0

He listens and responds clearly and with care.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

The best/

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Fox is is the best

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November 19, 2025

5.0

He's personable and seems invested in my health.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Fox makes a dr visit feel like a reunion with a friend. He has a wonderful bedside manner.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Proficient, professional yet friendly. Easy to talk with. Listens to questions and provides easy to follow answers and information. Quick follow up to test results. Very personable. My appointment was one of the best I've had with a physician in recent years.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fox took time to explain about my health and recommendations.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Great care, great listener and is the best I have ever had guiding my health

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November 13, 2025

5.0

A good balance between stringency and tolerance.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Smart, thorough, gives you time, and responsive.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

He is one of the best doctors I've ever met an amazing bedside manner, very patient and takes the time to listen to his patient and address any concerns they may have. I feel like even just talking to him. I come out of the office feeling better.

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Competence Empathetic Skilled listener

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Answers all questions in a thoughtful Manner. Extremely smart

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and kind

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November 10, 2025

5.0

thorough, friendly, listens

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November 10, 2025

5.0

He listens.

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November 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fox is extremely knowledgeable and very professional . Very easy to talk with. Spends time and answers and explains questions and concerns

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November 08, 2025

5.0

I felt he was very knowledgeable and thorough in my first physical with Northwestern - He had more background questions than I would've even thought of - also, went through my medical history and had several recommendations and appointments that I should make (I made them all in the next day or so - I felt no stone was left unturned and am confident in my next steps with him.

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November 08, 2025

5.0

Spends time to go over things with me, didn't rush me out.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Covered all my health problems

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November 07, 2025

5.0

He always listens to me with concern

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November 05, 2025

5.0

I am so glad I found Dr. Fox. I am increasingly impressed with the amount of time he gives me, I never feel rushed. He always thoroughly reviews my chart and medications, answers all of my questions, and includes me in care decisions. He was recommended to me by a friend and I am so glad I followed his advice.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Great communication.

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November 03, 2025

5.0

Highly knowledgeable and warm personality

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October 26, 2025

5.0

Attentive, intelligent, personable, knowlegeable... follows up quickly and thoroughly.

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October 22, 2025

5.0

He's been my doctor for 35+ years

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October 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Fox is one of the few doctors who actually listen to you and take the time to explain things to you. He promptly answers his messages if I have a question or problem. I feel that he has my best interests and I'm not just another number.

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October 21, 2025

5.0

professional, caring, efficient

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October 20, 2025

5.0

As stated above...Dr Fox is extremely thorough and focused on my Well Being. He's quite direct but highly reassuring in a personal manner.

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October 20, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and gives great sdvice

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October 16, 2025

5.0

Dr Fox listens carefully, is very thorough and spends as much time as needed with me

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Steven J. Fox MD is thorough and very knowledgeable and attentive to each of my concerns

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fox is an absolutely fantastic doctor. I've been going to him for years!

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October 14, 2025

5.0

He is very attentive and listen to me

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October 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fox is kind, caring, and a great listener.

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October 12, 2025

4.0

Dr. Fox has been my internist for almost a decade. I find I am almost always satisfied with his care and I appreciate his expertise and accessibility when I need to communicate with him.

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October 08, 2025

5.0

Very informative, and professional. He answered all my questions and explained his answers.

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October 07, 2025

5.0

patient, knowledgeable and asks all the right questions

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Very Professional!

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October 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fox is an excellent doctor: highly competent in every technical way, with a great bedside manner.

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October 05, 2025

5.0

Easy to talk to

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October 05, 2025

5.0

Excellent service totally professional and knowledgeable.

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October 01, 2025

5.0

Remembers me in great detail. Very warm, professional and knowledgeable.

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October 01, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable .

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September 29, 2025

5.0

I am 60 years old and have had MANY primary care doctors over the years. Dr. Fox is my absolute favorite. He is an attentive listener, warm, and makes my visits far less stressful. He's deeply knowledgable and has a balanced approach - doesn't over prescribe medication but offers it when necessary. He thoughtfully answers questions and I never feel rushed.

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September 29, 2025

5.0

He is the real thing.

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September 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Fox listens, takes the time to understand any problems or concerns, and thoughtfully provides the next course of action. He is my trusted provider for all things health related.

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September 29, 2025

5.0

He took his time, listened and did not appear rushed. He was also a very experienced and caring.

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Steven J. Fox, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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