Karen L. Novak, APRN

Karen L. Novak, APRN

Certified Nurse Practitioner

5.0 
344 ratings  Read Reviews
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Primary Specialty

Gynecologic Oncology

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

  • Nurse Practitioner

Education

Professional Education:
MSN, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Nursing - 2000

Certifications and Licensures

  • American Nurses Credentialing Center - Nurse Practitioner-Acute Care (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

5.0
5.0 

344 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

36 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

36 Reviews

April 24, 2025

5.0

Karen is extremely compassionate and knowledgeable. I have great trust in her opinion.

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April 17, 2025

5.0

SHE SO BEAUTIFUL SWET AND HUMAN BE PERSON I LOVE HER

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Karen is wonderful. She carefully reviews results with me when I have questions.

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March 31, 2025

5.0

She let me vent.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

I have known Karen for many years. She is so competent and gentle. Very thorough

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Karen listens and laughs

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Karen always takes the time to listen to me and is very thorough.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Amazing. Everytime. Takes her time to answer questions. Very caring!

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Karen is a wonderful caring person.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Made me feel at ease, answered all my questions, gave encouragement!!

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Karen was very kind and listened to my concerns. She is a wonderful CNP.

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Karen is outstanding. Professional, provides thorough information and is understanding of my concerns.

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February 28, 2025

5.0

She was very thorough, responds to messages, explains everything in detail, if questionable contacts Dr. [ ], very happy with the care

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Caring and experienced

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January 27, 2025

5.0

She is very personable and professional. she is a great asset to NW

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Very personable and knowledgeable

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January 14, 2025

5.0

She is very educated , helpful, smart and very friendly and caring. She is the BEST!!!!

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December 31, 2024

5.0

She was amazing. Clearly loves her job.

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December 27, 2024

5.0

Helps to explain for Dr. Attentive to symptoms including emotions.

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December 25, 2024

5.0

Karen always takes time to listen to my concerns.

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Karen is very patient and kind. She is the best.

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December 16, 2024

4.0

She was really nice.

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December 14, 2024

5.0

Very excellent and very concerned with my questions

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November 27, 2024

5.0

She listened to my concerns and questions. Her explanations were easy to understand as well. She was also very professional and relatable. .

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November 26, 2024

5.0

Caring with great bedside manners,

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November 25, 2024

5.0

Just a knowledgeable nurse and a pleasant person

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November 19, 2024

5.0

Always knowledgeable, professional and very pleasant. Follow-up is outstanding.

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November 07, 2024

5.0

Highly informed, proactive, positive.

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November 03, 2024

5.0

She's wonderful!

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October 31, 2024

5.0

Excellent service.

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October 31, 2024

5.0

Karen is a compassionate care provider who takes extra time to listen and answer my questions and concerns.

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October 15, 2024

5.0

Nurse Novak is super! She works with precision and has excellent communication skills. Very good at explaining post surgery care and treatment options. She is truly patient-centered.

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October 07, 2024

5.0

She is kind and helpful.

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October 07, 2024

5.0

She takes the time to listen to my concerns.

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October 05, 2024

5.0

Professional Kind Caring upbeat friendly knowledgeable. Great person!

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September 26, 2024

5.0

Karen is a very caring and friendly person

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Disclosures

Karen L. Novak, APRN reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

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