Timothy M. Kuzel, MD

Timothy M. Kuzel, MD

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Primary Specialty

Medical Oncology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Michigan Medical School - 1984
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1987
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1990

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical 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:
Palos Hospital

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Dr.Kuzel is the BEST. Knowledgeable, compassionate, and pragmatic.

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April 24, 2025

5.0

The doctor had a great bedside manner and seemed really concerned regarding my condition. He is very likable and would definitely recommend!

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April 23, 2025

5.0

Thorough, positive, interested

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April 21, 2025

5.0

DRr. Kuzel is easy to talk to and takes a very comprehensive view in treatments. I like his style.

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April 17, 2025

5.0

Practical and good aggressive advice and treatment. Excellent approach with patients. Does a great job explaining actions and also coordinating with the balance of his team. I am 100% confident in his care.

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April 17, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable in his field.

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April 16, 2025

5.0

another treats you like family

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April 09, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable and good communication skills.

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April 06, 2025

5.0

Extremely friendly and took time with us and answered all our questions.

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April 02, 2025

5.0

He care about us as both a person and as a patient......

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April 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kuzel provides the best of care! He takes the time to listen and answer questions. His expertise in treatment options helped me reach remission from my stage IV kidney cancer.

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April 02, 2025

5.0

He's the best!

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April 01, 2025

5.0

if your having problems you'll want the doctor on your team

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April 01, 2025

5.0

He is so kind and considerate, fully answers questions in easy to understand manner.

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March 29, 2025

5.0

Dr.Kuzel is down to earth in demeanor, accessible and assuring in his wealth of knowledge.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Very understanding

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March 24, 2025

5.0

He is very skilled, thorough. He listens and communicates very well.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and on top of everything. Anticipates months down the road while also treating issues now. and just an enjoyable Dr to be around.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Dr Kuzel is honest and straightforward in his evaluation. He has wonderful communication skills as he works with patients to plan their cancer care _

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Professional, caring, knowledgeable.

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March 18, 2025

5.0

he is the best dr. that i have ever had.

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kuzel and his care team are friendly and compassionate. They take their time with me at each appointment and answer all of our questions thoroughly. Dr. Kuzel is a expert in the most advanced cancer treatment. After two immunotherapy treatments for my melanoma, my blood markers are back to normal and my two masses have dramatically shrunk. Additionally, he diagnosed a rare condition that had eluded a wide variety of doctors over the past nine months.

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March 13, 2025

5.0

Professional caring demeanor, takes the time to listen, provides an explanation so that you understand the process.

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March 12, 2025

5.0

I would recommend Dr Kuzel without hesitation. Many years ago when melanoma spread to my colon, lung and rib I credit Dr Kuzel and his staff with help of God for a great outcome. That was 11years ago.

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March 11, 2025

5.0

Discussed lab results and set next appointment

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March 06, 2025

5.0

He is the real deal. He's been treating me since Rush medical and I trust his judgement and knowledge 100%

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Good service and makes you feel comfortable working with him!!!

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Very caring and very competent

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March 05, 2025

5.0

I followed Dr. Kuzel, to the Northwestern practice from his old practice at Rush. I would not have done that if he wasn't confident and caring.

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March 01, 2025

5.0

personable and caring

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February 28, 2025

5.0

As stated, he is awesome

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February 25, 2025

5.0

I have confidence in doctor

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February 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kuzel is a wondeful Doctor who takes excellent care of me.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Very friendly and professional. Listened to all my issues

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February 12, 2025

5.0

Dr Kuzel is a brilliant doctor, yet approachable to me as a patient, oftentimes not the case in medical professionals. His demeanor puts me at ease, and I especially appreciate that he goes over all test results with me, with explanations, which helps me to understand exactly where I am in the process.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

He was completed prepared but also quickly validated a few things to humanize the session. Then he explained in enough detail for us to understand our true kidney cancer situation which very sensible actions. Again, we felt relief. He's a smart dude.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

Very attentive

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Well explained

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January 31, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kuzel took his time with me, explained everything very well. Great experience.

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January 30, 2025

5.0

He is the best.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kuzel has the best personality that goes along with his vast knowledge of oncology and hematology.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

highly respected in his field, coupled with a tremendous bedside manner.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kuzel is an amazing doctor and man. I believe he saved my life and is managing my cancer care.

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January 25, 2025

5.0

concern, friendly helpful

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January 24, 2025

5.0

Bedside manor

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Truly cares for his patients and listens carefully to them before deciding on a course of action.

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January 15, 2025

5.0

professional, efficient, and friendly

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January 15, 2025

5.0

NW is always on time, caring and extremely professional in everything they do. Their team go out of their way to make you feel comfortable

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January 14, 2025

5.0

He is very smart, thorough, caring and I feel like I'm in the absolute best hands

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Dr.Kuzel was very nice and informative.

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Kuzel was very kind, polite and thoroughly professional in his assessment of my cancerous condition.

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December 27, 2024

5.0

Explained everything thoroughly. Answered my questions and concerns.

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December 26, 2024

5.0

He's has excellent bed side manners

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December 26, 2024

5.0

Direct and very thorough in explaining procedures.

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December 24, 2024

5.0

Relaxed yet direct approach and attitude.

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December 22, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and thorough doctor. I feel comfortable with him and trust him with my health.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

He is the most knowledgeable oncologist

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December 14, 2024

5.0

Professional, compassionate, efficient, pleasant, etc.

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December 10, 2024

5.0

Very professional but also very personable. He listens well to you before determining a course of action and makes sure you are comfortable with the plan. He treats you as a person not just a patient.

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Never had a problem in a year of treatment. Compassionate care.

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December 05, 2024

5.0

He is the BEST!! No one better than him. His care for us has been amazing .

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December 03, 2024

5.0

He is a great doctor. I trust him completely.

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November 21, 2024

5.0

Very down to Earth doctor who knows how to talk to clients. He explains a step by step plan thoroughly and reassures his patients\.

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November 19, 2024

5.0

Expertise, informative, knowledgeable, kind, understanding.

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November 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Kuzel listens to your concerns and gives suggestions for our concerns.

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November 18, 2024

5.0

Very detailed and honest assessments.

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November 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kuzel is always 100% engaged in making sure I receive top notch card and attention.

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November 05, 2024

5.0

Very detailed visit

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November 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kuzel has provided excellent care throughout my cancer treatment

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November 05, 2024

5.0

exceptional expertise and bedside manner.

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October 29, 2024

5.0

always willing to listen

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October 25, 2024

5.0

Dr Kuzel was very straight forward with what has NOT been done by Dr [name] in the last 89 days. He had suggested his plan. We thought his plan was good and thought it was time to seek another opinion!

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October 23, 2024

5.0

I feel like I'm getting the best care possible Very kind, considerate and smart doctor

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October 17, 2024

5.0

Clear and precise explanation about my choices.

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October 17, 2024

5.0

Always listens first, answers all questions, very knowledgeable.

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October 15, 2024

5.0

THE ABSOLUTE BEST. He is smart, patient, caring and I feel like he is guiding me through a difficult journey

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October 11, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable in his field just a good person

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October 10, 2024

5.0

I have always felt confident in Dr Kuzel's care, and followed him from his last practice. His approachability equals his competence and he always spends the time to ensure all my questions are answered.

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October 08, 2024

5.0

Dr Kuzel is very personable and takes time to listen to to your concerns

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October 02, 2024

5.0

Professional, explains everything, caring manner, friendly

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September 26, 2024

5.0

Extremely friendly, talk directly and plainly to me about my situation and the direction he has planned for me, not over or thru me.

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September 26, 2024

5.0

He gives me his full professional attention

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September 24, 2024

5.0

He's a great Dr and I trust his judgement

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September 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kuzel, has a great bedside manner, always thoughtful and professional.

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September 19, 2024

5.0

He is extremely competent, very thorough, communicates very well and doesn't rush you out.

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September 18, 2024

5.0

Great doctor.

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September 18, 2024

5.0

professional and caring

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September 17, 2024

5.0

Knows his medical background.

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September 16, 2024

4.0

He is an excellent doctor.

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September 10, 2024

5.0

Easily the best, most caring, oncologist I have worked with. Very easy to talk to and very knowledgeable about treatments and treatment options.

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September 06, 2024

5.0

I respect and appreciate Dr Kuzel. He is competent, knowledgeable and always takes the time to address all my questions and concerns in a kind manner. I followed Dr Kuzel from his previous position at another health care system because I wouldn't want anyone else overseeing my care.

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September 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kuzel is always professional and helpful.

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September 05, 2024

5.0

He is the BEST!!! He takes his time with u and explains everything completely

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September 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Kuzel was very polite to the point. He doesn't beat around the bush and he explains everything on detail.

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September 03, 2024

5.0

Put me at ease from day one!

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